Textile – Apparel Footwear & Accessories

($NKE) Nike’s Earnings Report Beats Consensus Estimates

Nike Inc. (NKE) reported strong fiscal 2010 third quarter results with a net income of $496 million or $1.01 per share compared to $244 million or $0.50 in the year-earlier quarter. The earnings also surpassed...

18Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SKX) Skechers U.S.A. Analyst Upgrades Stock to Outperform

We recently upgraded the recommendation on Skechers U.S.A., Inc. (SKX) the designer, marketer and distributor of footwear, to Outperform from Neutral.

We believe, Skechers’ sustained focus on new...

12Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SKX) Skechers U.S.A. – Bull of the Day

Skechers U.S.A. (SKX) is well positioned to benefit through a sustained focus on new products, opening of new retail stores and distribution channels, and a multi-brand strategy.

A healthy balance sheet...

12Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SKX) SKECHERS USA Incorporated – Consensus Estimates Continue to Soar

SKECHERS USA, Inc. (SKX) reported even better than expected fourth quarter results on Feb 17 after it had already pre-announced on Jan 12 that it would have record sales for the quarter.

SKECHERS, which...

8Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(DECK) Deckers Outdoor – Bull of the Day

The strong demand for the UGG brand product line, new product introductions and in-demand inventory has helped Deckers Outdoor (DECK) to achieve robust growth. The company’s top-line has increased at...

5Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(DECK) Deckers Outdoor’s Quarterly Report Beats Estimates

Deckers Outdoor Corporation (DECK), the maker of sheepskin boots and slippers, recently delivered better-than-expected fourth-quarter 2009 results on the heels of strong demand for the UGG brand product line,...

3Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(DECK) Deckers Outdoor Corporation – Guidance for the First Quarter and Full Year 2010

Deckers Outdoor Corporation (DECK) reported record fourth quarter results on Feb 25 that surprised on the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 20.83%.

Deckers makes the popular UGG-brand of footwear, along...

1Mar2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SKX) SKECHERS USA Incorporated – Consensus Estimates Jump Ahead of the Earnings Report

SKECHERS USA, Inc. (SKX) already announced it would post record revenue for the fourth quarter which has pushed the Zacks Consensus Estimates higher. The stock has attractive value characteristics, trading...

2Feb2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(COH) Coach Analysts Initiate Coverage at Neutral

We have recently initiated coverage on Coach, Inc. (COH), one of the leading designers and marketers of fine accessories...

27Jan2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(COH) Coach Tops Consensus Earnings Estimates

Amid a weak retail environment, Coach, Inc. (COH), the designer and marketer of fine accessories and gifts, recently reported second-quarter 2010 results that topped Zacks’ expectations.

Coach’s...

20Jan2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SKX) Skechers Sees Robust Fourth Quarter

Skechers U.S.A., Inc. (SKX) projected strong fourth-quarter 2009 results amid a challenging retail environment, and expects growth momentum to sustain in fiscal year 2010.

Skechers expects fourth-quarter...

15Jan2010 | | 0 comments | Continued

(COH) Coach, Inc. – Higher Earnings Estimates and Strong Momentum

Coach, Inc. (COH) continues to see bullish earnings forecasts on strong fundamentals and solid momentum. The full-year Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.07 per share is up 6% over the last 60 days. During the...

22Dec2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

($NKE) Nike Second Quarter Earnings Down

Nike Inc. (NKE) reported fiscal second quarter net income of $375.4 million or 77 cents per share, compared to $391 million or 81 cents per share in the year-earlier quarter. Although earnings per share decreased...

18Dec2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(DECK) Deckers Outdoor Corporation – Record Third Quarter Earnings

Deckers Outdoor Corporation (DECK) has surprised on estimates 4 quarters in a row by average of 113.42%. The UGG brand is hot and pushed sales, and earnings, higher in the third quarter.

Company...

17Dec2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SHOO) Top Performer for Wed: Steve Madden – Zacks #1 Rank Top Performers

A 5% gain for Steve Madden (SHOO) is going to be enough for this company to make the Zacks #1 Rank Top Performers List on Wednesday.

The shoe retailer, which is on the lookout for acquisitions, has...

9Dec2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(ICON) Iconix Brand Group Renews Three Licenses

Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (ICON) announced yesterday that it has renewed three separate direct-to-retail license agreements for its Candie’s, Fieldcrest and Waverly brands.

The exclusive multi-year...

8Dec2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(WWW) Wolverine World Wide Inc. – Bullish Forecasts and Solid Momentum

Wolverine World Wide Inc. (WWW), which has outperformed the market over the past year, continues to see a higher Zacks Consensus Estimate. Analysts lifted current full-year earnings forecasts by 4% in the...

4Dec2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(NKE) As The Bulls Run Wild – Here Are Three Ways to Protect Your Profits

by Marc Lichtenfeld, Healthcare Expert
Friday, December 4, 2009: Issue #1151

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4Dec2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

($NKE) Nike Increases Quarterly Dividend

Nike Inc. (NKE), the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories, has recently increased its quarterly dividend by 8% to 27 cents per share...

23Nov2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(COH) Coach, Incorporated – Bullish Forecasts – Solid Income

Coach, Inc. (COH) recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share, which translates into an industry-leading yield of 1%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate continues to see upward revisions, rising 2%...

23Nov2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SKX) Sketchers USA Inc. – Beat Expectations in 4 of 4 Quarters by 195%

Sketchers USA Inc. (SKX) reported third-quarter results on Oct 21 that came in far ahead of expectations on strong international sales and margin expansion.

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17Nov2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(CROX) Crocs Sued by Porsche for Trademark Infringement

Crocs Inc. (CROX), a leading manufacturer of footwear, faces a lawsuit from Porsche Automobile Holding SE for alleged infringement of trademark.

In its lawsuit, Porsche has alleged that Crocs has used...

11Nov2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SHOO) Steve Madden Limited – Posted Record Sales in the Third Quarter

Steve Madden Limited (SHOO) is hot. The company posted record sales in the third quarter and has raised 2009 earnings guidance each of the last 3 quarters. SHOO is attractively...

8Nov2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(COH) Coach, Inc – Bullish Forecasts – Favorable Industry Comparisons

Coach, Inc. (COH) recently reported fiscal first quarter results. Earnings per share of 44 cents surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 13%. The company has delivered...

27Oct2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(COH) Coach Tops Earnings Consensus

Amid a weak retail environment, Coach, Inc. (COH), the designer and marketer of fine accessories and gifts, recently reported first-quarter 2010 results that topped expectations.

Coach’s quarterly earnings of 44 cents a share surpassed the Zacks Consensus...

20Oct2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(NKE) Nike Sales Continue to Plummet

Nike Inc. (NKE), a leading global sportswear and equipment supplier company, has witnessed an unrelenting decline in sales due to the continued economic downturn plaguing the retail industry.

The company reported a decrease in future orders for the...

26Aug2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SHOO) Steve Madden Limited – Value – Zacks Rank Buy

Steve Madden Ltd. (SHOO) is parlaying a strong brand known for its trendy, yet affordable footwear styles, into profit. The company has surprised on estimates 3 out of 4 quarters by an average of 7.38%. Analysts expect year-over-year earnings growth of 13.41%.

Company...

5Jun2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(SHOO) Steve Madden Ltd. – Momentum – Zacks Rank Buy

Steve Madden Ltd. (SHOO) pre-reported excellent first-quarter results last week that were far ahead of expectations, giving the company’s share price a very nice boost.

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29Apr2009 | | 0 comments | Continued

(DECK) Deckers Outdoor – surprised on estimates 4 consecutive quarters by an average of 26.12%

Deckers Outdoor Corporation (DECK) is that rare value stock that is also aggressively growing. Bill Wilton, Zacks Aggressive Growth Editor, discussed Deckers’ record third-quarter results on Oct 27.

The company is running on all cylinders. It has surprised on...

12Nov2008 | | 0 comments | Continued