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Under Armour Inc C (UA)

Under Armour Inc C (UA) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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12/02/2025: UA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -49.13%
Avg. Invested days 34
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.88B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 1.63
52 Weeks Range 4.62 - 10.62
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 4.62 - 10.62
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.47

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -3.9%
Operating Margin (TTM) -2.67%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.79%
Return on Equity (TTM) -9.96%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 21.98
Enterprise Value 3673205772
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value 3673205772
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.71
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 429.26
Shares Outstanding 202848000
Shares Floating 307714272
Shares Outstanding 202848000
Shares Floating 307714272
Percent Insiders 9.26
Percent Institutions 78.45

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Under Armour Inc C

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Under Armour, Inc. was founded in 1996 by Kevin Plank. Initially focused on moisture-wicking apparel, it grew rapidly, becoming a major player in athletic wear and footwear.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Apparel: Under Armour's largest segment, offering a wide range of performance and lifestyle clothing.
  • Footwear: Produces athletic shoes for various sports, including running, training, and basketball.
  • Accessories: Includes hats, bags, gloves, and other items designed to enhance athletic performance and style.
  • International: Business includes all of the above products but outside of North America.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Stephanie Linnartz is the current President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with departments such as Marketing, Sales, Product Development, and Finance.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • HeatGear Apparel: Under Armour's original moisture-wicking apparel. Competitors include Nike's Dri-FIT and Adidas's ClimaCool. Market share for performance apparel is competitive and varies by segment.
  • Charged Cushioning Footwear: Running shoes with Under Armour's proprietary cushioning technology. Competitors include Nike, Adidas, and Brooks. Market share in the running shoe category is significant but varies by region and product line.
  • Project Rock Collection: A collaboration with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, featuring apparel, footwear, and accessories. Competitors include celebrity collaborations by Nike and Adidas. Revenue data is not publicly disaggregated.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The athletic apparel and footwear industry is characterized by strong competition, evolving consumer preferences, and technological innovation. Key trends include athleisure, sustainability, and e-commerce.

Positioning

Under Armour positions itself as a performance-focused brand, targeting athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Its competitive advantages include its brand recognition, innovative products, and partnerships with athletes and sports teams.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global sports apparel market is expected to reach $220 billion by 2028. Under Armour is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through product innovation and market expansion.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Innovative product development
  • Partnerships with athletes and sports teams
  • Established e-commerce platform

Weaknesses

  • Inconsistent brand image
  • Over-reliance on the North American market
  • Marketing missteps
  • Inventory management issues

Opportunities

  • Expansion into international markets
  • Growth in the athleisure segment
  • Development of sustainable products
  • Leveraging digital marketing and social media

Threats

  • Intense competition from Nike and Adidas
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Economic downturns
  • Supply chain disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • NKE
  • ADS.DE
  • LULU

Competitive Landscape

Under Armour faces intense competition from larger and more established players like Nike and Adidas. It needs to differentiate itself through product innovation and marketing to compete effectively. Smaller than its rivals, a focus on brand image is needed.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Under Armour experienced rapid growth in its early years but has faced challenges in recent years.

Future Projections: Analyst projections vary, but generally expect moderate revenue growth in the coming years, driven by international expansion and product innovation.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include a focus on improving brand image, streamlining operations, and expanding its digital presence.

Summary

Under Armour, though once a fast-growing athletic apparel company, has faced challenges related to brand image and competition. While innovative products and athlete partnerships are strengths, its inconsistent brand messaging is a major weakness. Growth depends on effective marketing, international expansion, and navigating a competitive market dominated by Nike and Adidas.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Analyst Estimates
  • Company Press Releases

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions can change rapidly, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Market share data is based on aggregated market statistics.

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About Under Armour Inc C

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Baltimore, MD, United States
IPO Launch date 2016-04-07
Founder, President, CEO & Director Mr. Kevin A. Plank
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Apparel Manufacturing
Full time employees 6500
Full time employees 6500

Under Armour, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages developing, marketing, and distributing performance apparel, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and youth. The company provides its apparel in compression, fitted, and loose fit types. It also offers footwear products for running, training, basketball, cleated sports, recovery, and outdoor applications, as well as for casual use. In addition, the company provides accessories, which include gloves, bags, headwear, and socks; and engages in brand licensing, digital subscription, advertising, and other digital business activities. It primarily offers its products under the UNDER ARMOUR, ARMOUR, HEATGEAR, COLDGEAR, HOVR, UA, PROTECT THIS HOUSE, I WILL, ARMOUR FLEECE, and ARMOUR BRA brands. The company sells its products through wholesale channels, including national and regional sporting goods chains, independent and specialty retailers, department store chains, mono-branded Under Armour retail stores, institutional athletic departments, and leagues and teams, as well as independent distributors; and directly to consumers through Brand and Factory House stores and e-commerce websites. It operates in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The company was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.