VRAVera Bradley exhibits mixed signals. While it shows some positive thematic elements and historical profitability, current financial performance and technical indicators suggest a cautious approach. The company operates in a competitive consumer discretionary market with shifting trends.
Vera Bradley operates in the fashion and lifestyle accessories market, which is influenced by consumer spending habits and fashion trends. Its Pura Vida brand caters to a younger demographic with a focus on beach lifestyle and sustainability, offering some thematic appeal. However, the core Vera Bradley brand faces challenges in maintaining relevance in a highly competitive and fast-evolving fashion landscape.
Vera Bradley's financials present a mixed picture. Recent quarters show significant revenue decline and net losses, indicating operational challenges. While the balance sheet appears manageable, profitability and revenue growth are key concerns.
The stock is trading below its longer-term moving averages, indicating a bearish trend. While some short-term oscillators show neutral to bullish signals, the overall trend suggests caution. The price is also trading below its 52-week range, indicating significant downward pressure.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Consumer Discretionary Spending | 50 |
| Fashion Trend Adaptation | 40 |
| E-commerce & Digital Presence | 70 |
| Brand Diversification (Pura Vida) | 65 |
| Sustainability Initiatives | 60 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 70 |
| Profitability | 10 |
| Growth | 5 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 60 |
| Cash Flow | 15 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 20 |
| Momentum | 50 |
| Volume Confirmation | 60 |
| Support & Resistance | 30 |
| Short-term Indicators | 50 |
Stable Trading Price
The current price of $2.20 is within its daily range ($2.15-$2.2516) and shows a minor decrease of -0.45%.
Adequate Cash Position
As of Q1 2025, the company holds $30.366 million in cash equivalents, which is a significant portion of its total assets.
Negative Earnings Trend
The company has reported negative EPS surprises in multiple recent quarters (Q2 2025: -200.0%, Q1 2025: -561.54%, Q4 2024: -550.0%), indicating a consistent failure to meet earnings expectations.
Significant Net Loss
In Q1 2025, the company reported a net loss of -$62.188 million with a negative net margin of -16.7%, indicating substantial unprofitability.
September 2025
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Next Earnings Date
H: $-0.15
A: $-0.15
L: $-0.15
H: 78.52M
A: 78.52M
L: 78.52M
Vera Bradley, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs and manufactures women's handbags, luggage and travel items, fashion and home accessories, and gifts in the United States. It operates in three segments: Vera Bradley Direct, Vera Bradley Indirect, and Pura Vida. The company offers bag products, such as backpacks, totes, crossbodies, lunch bags, satchels, clutches, and baby bags; accessories, including ID holders, lanyards, wallets, wristlets, eyewear, scarves, various technology accessories, and hair accessories, as well as bracelets, rings, necklaces, tees, and hoodies under the Pura Vida brand. It also provides travel products comprising rolling luggage, cosmetics, travel and packing accessories, and travel bags, which include duffel and weekend bags; home products, such as textiles, throw blankets, beach towels, bedding, mugs, and tumblers; sleepwear, footwear, outerwear, socks, and tops under the Vera Bradley brand; and stationery, licensing, freight, merchandising, and gift card breakage services. The company sells its Vera Bradley branded products through its full-line and outlet stores in the United States; e-commerce sites, such as verabradley.com, outlet.verabradley.com, and international.verabradley.com; and its annual outlet sale in Fort Wayne, Indiana, as well as through specialty retail locations, department stores, national accounts, third party e-commerce sites, third-party inventory liquidators, and through licensing agreements. It sells its Pura Vida branded products through wholesale retailers and department stores; and its Pura Vida website, www.puravidabracelets.com. Vera Bradley, Inc. was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Roanoke, Indiana.