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On Thursday, Williams Trading adjusted its stance on Canada Goose stock (GOOS:CN) (NYSE: GOOS), downgrading it from Hold to Sell and setting a price target of Cdn$10.00. The move followed the company’s fourth-quarter results, which outperformed expectations. The stock, currently trading at $10.67, has surged 17.5% in the past week. According to InvestingPro data, the RSI suggests the stock is in overbought territory, lending credence to the analyst’s view that the day’s significant rise could be attributed to short covering, with over 20% of Canada Goose’s float sold short.
The analyst remarked that the positive quarterly results seemed to be influenced more by favorable weather conditions than by any fundamental improvements within the company or brand. While InvestingPro data shows impressive gross profit margins of 68.2% and liquid assets exceeding short-term obligations with a current ratio of 2.01, the analyst pointed out that the brand’s efforts to diversify its product offerings do not align with the characteristics of a luxury brand, which typically relies on strong product appeal, branding strategy, and is less affected by weather changes.
The analyst also referred to past earnings calls, highlighting how Canada Goose management had previously cited warmer weather as a negative factor, while cold weather in China had boosted sales in the first quarter of 2024. The recent earnings calls for the third and fourth quarters of 2025 did not emphasize the impact of the colder weather, which was unusual for the period.
The downgrade comes despite the company’s strong performance in the fourth quarter of 2025, which surpassed analyst estimates. With a market capitalization of $1.03 billion and trading at a P/E ratio of 19.9, the company appears slightly undervalued according to InvestingPro Fair Value calculations. Nevertheless, the analyst’s commentary suggests skepticism about the sustainability of the company’s growth, attributing the recent success to external factors rather than strategic brand development or fundamental business strength.
Investors considering the stock will now weigh the new price target and the downgrade in the rating, as they assess the potential risks and opportunities associated with Canada Goose shares in light of the analyst’s remarks. For a deeper understanding of Canada Goose’s financial health and growth prospects, investors can access comprehensive analysis and additional ProTips through InvestingPro’s detailed research reports, available as part of their coverage of over 1,400 US equities.
In other recent news, Canada Goose Holdings Inc (NYSE:GOOS). reported fourth-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of C$0.33, surpassing the anticipated C$0.16. Revenue for the quarter rose 7.4% year-over-year to C$384.6 million, beating the forecasted C$355.05 million. Direct-to-consumer revenue saw a significant increase of 15.7%, reaching C$314.1 million, aided by growth in comparable sales and new store openings. However, wholesale revenue experienced a decline of 23.2% to C$31.8 million, attributed to a lower planned order book in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, as well as shipment timing. For the full fiscal year 2025, Canada Goose reported a revenue increase of 1.1% to C$1.35 billion, with adjusted net income rising to C$109.4 million from C$101.0 million. The company expressed confidence in its brand’s strength and its solid financial position. These developments highlight Canada Goose’s ability to connect with consumers and execute its strategy effectively.
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