lululemon athletica inc. (lulu)
LULU — Company Overview
lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) trades on NMS as part of the Consumer Cyclical peer group (Apparel Retail).
| Ticker | LULU |
| Sector | Consumer Cyclical |
| Industry | Apparel Retail |
| Exchange | NMS |
| Market cap | $11.32B |
| Last price | $102.28 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
LULU — Business Description
LULU represents a Apparel Retail business in the Consumer Cyclical segment. lululemon athletica inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, distributes, and retails technical athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women and men under the lululemon brand in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Macau, Greece, and internationally. It offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for athletic activities, such as yoga, running, training, and other activities. The company also provides fitness-inspired accessories. It sells its products through company-operated stores; seasonal stores, pop-ups, university campus retailers, and yoga and fitness studios; outlets; Like New, a re-commerce program; and its e-commerce website. The company was founded in 1998 and is b…
Official website: https://corporate.lululemon.com.
LULU — Investment Thesis
At a high level, LULU offers exposure to Consumer Cyclical with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is contracting at roughly -4.3% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E near 8.54× suggests a value-oriented earnings multiple.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $11.32B.
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LULU — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for lululemon athletica inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 12.8% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $1.15B supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 8.54× |
| Forward P/E | 11.83× |
| Price / Sales | 1.02× |
| Price / Book | 2.38× |
| Gross margin | 54.9% |
| Operating margin | 13.2% |
| Profit margin | 12.8% |
| Return on equity | 30.9% |
| Debt / Equity | 44.69 |
| Free cash flow | $1.15B |
LULU — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) depends on demand trends in Apparel Retail and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue decline of -4.3% highlights near-term demand headwinds.
- Earnings declined -5.9% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 54.7% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 7.3% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
LULU — Competitive Position
lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Consumer Cyclical.
- Competes within Consumer Cyclical, specifically in Apparel Retail.
- Market capitalization of $11.32B places LULU among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin near 54.9% may reflect pricing power or favorable mix.
LULU — Strengths
Strengths for lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Return on equity near 30.9% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Gross margin of 54.9% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($1.15B).
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 44.69).
- Large Cap scale ($11.32B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
LULU — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) based on available data:
- Revenue contraction of -4.3% year-over-year.
- Earnings decline of -5.9% year-over-year.
- Price 55% below the 52-week high — sustained negative sentiment.
LULU — Opportunities
- Trading 7.3% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
LULU — Risks
- Negative revenue growth may signal share loss or cyclical pressure.
LULU — Summary
lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) is a large-cap Consumer Cyclical company focused on Apparel Retail, listed on NMS. Last price $102.28 with market cap $11.32B. Trailing P/E 8.54×. Revenue declined -4.3% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include return on equity near 30.9% — efficient use of shareholder capital. Key watch items include revenue contraction of -4.3% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for lululemon athletica inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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lululemon athletica inc. FAQ
What does lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) do?
lululemon athletica inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, distributes, and retails technical athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women and men under the lululemon brand in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Macau, Greece, and intern…
What is LULU's P/E ratio?
lululemon athletica inc. has a trailing P/E of 8.54× based on publicly available market data.
Does LULU pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: none reported. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is LULU in?
lululemon athletica inc. is classified in Consumer Cyclical (Apparel Retail) on NMS.
What is LULU's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $11.32B.
What are the main risks for LULU?
Key risks include negative revenue growth, among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of LULU?
Potential positives include return on equity near 30.9% — efficient use of shareholder capital, gross margin of 54.9% supports competitive unit economics.
Where can I get analyst estimates for LULU?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for lululemon athletica inc. are on the free /stocks/lulu/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.