
Gap Inc (GAP) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Gap Inc (GAP) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Gap Inc. reported a 3.0% year-over-year increase in total sales, reaching $3.942 billion, which surpassed market expectations. The company improved its cash reserves, ending the quarter with $2.5 billion in cash and short-term investments, reflecting a 13% increase from the previous year. Furthermore, despite the challenges posed by tariffs, Gap has demonstrated progress in brand re-establishment, achieving positive sales and gross margin results driven by growth in average unit retail (AUR).
Bears say
Gap Inc. has reported a 30 basis point decline in gross margin to 42.4%, which was worse than its guidance, indicating potential ongoing profitability challenges. Moreover, comparable sales saw a significant decline of 11% year-over-year for the current quarter, overshadowing the previous year's growth and signaling deteriorating consumer demand. Additionally, sales at the Athleta brand fell by 11.4% year-over-year, further highlighting issues within Gap's portfolio and contributing to a negative outlook on the stock's future performance.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Gap Inc and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Gap Inc (GAP) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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