Burlington Stores (BURL) shares soared 12.5% in the last trading session to close at $246.86. The move was backed by solid volume with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This compares to the stock's 6.8% loss over the past four weeks.U.S. stocks staged their biggest rally yesterday, after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all nations except China. Burlington has demonstrated strong momentum through its refined merchandising strategy, enhanced sto ...

Burlington Stores, Inc.’s (BURL) shares are currently trading 26.6% below its 52-week high of $298.89 reached on Nov. 25, 2024, making investors contemplate their next moves. Over the past year, BURL stock has gained 12.6%, outperforming the Zacks Retail-Discount Stores industry’s 7.7% growth. The company’s initiatives, including enhancing merchandising capabilities and optimizing store operations, have supported it to outperform the broader Retail-Wholesale sector’s growth of 3.3%.  The S&P 500 index decli ...

Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) is currently trading at a low price-to-sales (P/S) multiple, which is below the average of the Zacks Retail-Discount Stores industry and Retail-Wholesale sector. With a forward 12-month P/S of 1.33, BURL is priced lower than the industry average of 1.70 and the sector average of 1.51.This makes the BURL stock undervalued relative to its industry peers, presenting an attractive opportunity for investors seeking exposure to the sector. Furthermore, Burlington’s  Value Score of A ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 For the transition period from to FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 BURLINGTON STORES, INC. For the fiscal year ended February 1, 2025 (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) OR Commission File Number 001-36107 Delaware 80-0895227 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Securities registered pursuant to Sectio ...

Group 1 - The core argument questions the resilience of consumer spending, which has been a key driver of the economy from 2021 through last year, following a significant spending increase in Q4 [1] - Bulls attribute the recent slowdown in consumer spending to bad weather in January and a natural cooling-off period after the holiday season [1]

Core Insights - Burlington Stores, Inc. reported strong fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 results, with both sales and earnings exceeding expectations, leading to an 8.7% increase in share price [1][4]. Financial Performance - Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) reached $4.07, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.76, and increased by 11.2% from $3.66 in the previous year [4]. - Total sales amounted to $3,277.1 million, a 4.8% increase year-over-year, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3,261 million [4]. - Comparable store sales rose by 6% compared to the same period last year [4]. Margin Analysis - Gross margin improved to 42.9%, up 30 basis points from the previous year [5]. - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 8.8% to $451 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 13.8%, up 50 basis points [6]. - Adjusted EBIT was $359.5 million, reflecting a 9.9% increase from $327.1 million in the prior year, with an adjusted EBIT margin of 11%, also up 50 basis points [6]. Operational Developments - The company expanded its footprint with new store openings and relocations, aligning with its long-term financial goals [3]. - Product sourcing costs rose to $217 million from $210 million in the previous year [6]. Liquidity and Debt Position - Burlington ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $994.7 million and long-term debt of $1.54 billion [7]. - The company had $1.82 billion in liquidity, including $995 million in unrestricted cash [7]. - Share repurchase activity included the buyback of 218,443 shares for $61 million, with $263 million remaining under the current authorization [8]. Future Guidance - For Q1 fiscal 2025, total sales are expected to grow by 5-7%, with comparable store sales projected to remain flat [11]. - For fiscal 2025, total sales are anticipated to increase by 6-8%, with comparable store sales expected to rise between 0% and 2% [12]. - Adjusted EPS for fiscal 2025 is projected to range between $8.70 and $9.30, compared to $8.35 in the prior year [12].

In an era where consumer confidence is being tested by inflation and rising living costs, off-price retailers like Burlington Stores and Ross Stores are doubling down on strategies that emphasize value and flexibility. Both companies have adapted to increased demand for discounts by balancing quality, strategic assortments, pricing and store growth.Read more: Trade and Tariffs Worries Drive Decline in Consumer ConfidenceBurlington Elevates Product AssortmentsFor Burlington Stores, the strategy of “elevating ...

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Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 6, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants David Glick - Group Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer Michael O'Sullivan - Chief Executive Officer Kristin Wolfe - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Matthew Boss - JPMorgan Ike Boruchow - Wells Fargo Lorraine Hutchinson - Bank of America John Kernan - TD Cowen Alex Straton - Morgan Stanley Brooke Roach - Goldman Sachs Operato ...

Shares of discount retailer Burlington Stores (BURL 11.47%) soared on Thursday. Following the release of strong fourth-quarter results, the stock opened 13.4% higher and backed down to an 11.5% overnight gain by 11 a.m. ET.Burlington's sales numbers rose in a shorter quarterBurlington's fourth-quarter sales rose 4.8% year over year, in line with the consensus analyst target of $3.28 billion. That's a robust increase, since the year-ago period was 14 weeks long, but this quarter only reflected 13 weeks of bu ...