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Ralph Lauren Corporation

Fundamental data last updated:September 22, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Consumer Cyclical

industry

Apparel - Manufacturers

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Ralph Lauren Corporation designs, markets, and distributes lifestyle products in North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company offers apparel, including a range of men's, women's, and children's clothing; footwear and accessories, which comprise casual shoes, dress shoes, boots, sneakers, sandals, eyewear, watches, fashion and fine jewelry, scarves, hats, gloves, and umbrellas, as well as leather goods, such as handbags, luggage, small leather goods, and belts; home products consisting of bed and bath lines, furniture, fabric and wallcoverings, lighting, tabletop, kitchen linens, floor coverings, and giftware; and fragrances. It sells apparel and accessories under the Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Golf Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Golf, RLX Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, and Chaps brands; women's fragrances under the Ralph Lauren Collection, Woman by Ralph Lauren, Romance Collection, and Ralph Collection brand names; and men's fragrances under the Polo Blue, Ralph's Club, Safari, Purple Label, Polo Red, Polo Green, Polo Black, Polo Sport, and Big Pony Men's brand names. The company's restaurant collection includes The Polo Bar in New York City; RL Restaurant in Chicago; Ralph's in Paris; The Bar at Ralph Lauren located in Milan; and Ralph's Coffee concept. It sells its products to department stores, specialty stores, and golf and pro shops, as well as directly to consumers through its retail stores, concession-based shop-within-shops, and its digital commerce sites. The company directly operates 504 retail stores and 684 concession-based shop-within-shops; and operates 175 Ralph Lauren stores, 329 factory stores, and 148 stores and shops through licensing partners. Ralph Lauren Corporation was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

 


VALUATION

P/E

23.76

Market Cap ($M USD)

$22.36B

Forward P/E

15.52

PEG

0.29

PRICE TO SALES

2.76

PRICE TO BOOK

7.87

EV / EBITDA

19.83

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

3.34%

DCF Value

$160.68

Graham Number

$127.14

Price to FCF

29.97

EV to FCF

31.31

Earnings Yield

4.21%

FCF Yield

3.34%

DIVIDEND

Yield

1.00%

Annual Payout

$3.65

Payout Ratio

23.00%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$15.43

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$23.61

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$9.86B

Return on Equity (ROE)

34.77%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

14.53%

Debt-to-Equity

1.05

Piotroski F-Score

8

Altman Z-Score

7.93

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

25.68%

Current Ratio

2.10

Quick Ratio

1.55

Net Debt to EBITDA

0.85

Interest Coverage

21.76

Gross Profit margin

69.87%

FCF PER SHARE

$12.23

REVENUE PER SHARE

$133.02

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

Ralph Lauren Corporation’s valuation presents a mixed picture. The market has priced the stock above its DCF Value and Graham Number, suggesting a potential overvaluation. However, the Forward P/E of 15.18 and a robust Earnings Yield of 4.19% indicate that future earnings growth is expected to be strong. The Altman Z-score of 5.96 underscores financial stability, suggesting low bankruptcy risk. Overall, while the stock appears expensive relative to its intrinsic value, its growth prospects and financial health remain solid.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the apparel manufacturing industry, Ralph Lauren is positioned to leverage AI for supply chain optimization and personalized customer experiences. The company's adaptability to tech shifts will be crucial in maintaining its competitive edge. As consumer preferences evolve, integrating AI could enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement.

The Bull Case

For value and GARP investors, Ralph Lauren offers compelling reasons to buy. The company boasts a high ROIC of 20.24%, indicating efficient capital use and strong profitability. A Piotroski F-Score of 8 suggests solid financial health, while a Gross Profit Margin of 69.65% highlights pricing power. Despite a modest FCF Yield of 3.20%, the company's ability to generate cash flow and maintain operational efficiency makes it an attractive investment.

The Bear Case

Despite its strengths, Ralph Lauren faces significant structural risks. The Price/Book ratio of 7.58 and Price/Sales ratio of 2.77 suggest the stock is trading at high valuation multiples. Additionally, the stock's proximity to its 52-week high, with only a 9.75% distance, indicates potential overextension. These factors, combined with a high Price to FCF of 31.30, raise concerns about its current valuation levels.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Buy

Average Analyst Price Target

$435.78

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

1.39

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

7.33%

Distance to 52-Week Low

29.58%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

9.80%

50-DAY SMA

$356.75

200-DAY SMA

$342.96

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