What is Zacks Research’s Estimate for LULU Q3 Earnings?

lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) – Research analysts at Zacks Research issued their Q3 2027 earnings estimates for shares of lululemon athletica in a research report issued to clients and investors on Thursday, September 17th. Zacks Research analyst Team expects that the apparel retailer will earn $0.96 per share for the quarter. Zacks Research currently has a “Strong Sell” rating on the stock. The consensus estimate for lululemon athletica’s current full-year earnings is $9.55 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for lululemon athletica’s Q4 2027 earnings at $4.06 EPS, FY2027 earnings at $9.64 EPS, Q3 2028 earnings at $1.23 EPS, Q4 2028 earnings at $4.23 EPS, FY2028 earnings at $9.01 EPS, Q1 2029 earnings at $1.76 EPS, Q2 2029 earnings at $2.63 EPS and FY2029 earnings at $10.18 EPS.

A number of other research analysts also recently weighed in on the company. Stifel Nicolaus cut their price objective on lululemon athletica from $134.00 to $100.00 and set a “hold” rating on the stock in a research note on Friday, September 4th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft decreased their target price on lululemon athletica from $171.00 to $127.00 and set a “hold” rating for the company in a research report on Monday, June 8th. Citigroup lowered their price target on lululemon athletica from $130.00 to $117.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a report on Wednesday, September 9th. Wells Fargo & Company reduced their price objective on shares of lululemon athletica from $105.00 to $95.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, September 4th. Finally, Bank of America decreased their price objective on shares of lululemon athletica from $140.00 to $122.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a report on Friday, September 4th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-one have given a Hold rating and seven have assigned a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, lululemon athletica presently has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and a consensus price target of $110.57.

lululemon athletica Price Performance

Shares of NASDAQ:LULU opened at $103.73 on Monday. The stock has a market capitalization of $12.02 billion, a P/E ratio of 8.50, a P/E/G ratio of 2.41 and a beta of 0.87. The business has a 50-day moving average of $114.36 and a two-hundred day moving average of $129.26. lululemon athletica has a fifty-two week low of $95.35 and a fifty-two week high of $225.98.

lululemon athletica (NASDAQ:LULU) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, September 3rd. The apparel retailer reported $2.92 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.79 by $1.13. The firm had revenue of $2.42 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $2.46 billion. lululemon athletica had a net margin of 12.78% and a return on equity of 27.69%. lululemon athletica’s revenue for the quarter was down 4.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted $3.10 earnings per share. lululemon athletica has set its FY 2026 guidance at 9.480-9.730 EPS and its Q3 2026 guidance at 0.930-0.980 EPS.

Institutional Trading of lululemon athletica

A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Rexford Capital Inc. bought a new stake in shares of lululemon athletica during the first quarter worth $31,000. Gould Capital LLC acquired a new position in lululemon athletica during the 1st quarter worth about $32,000. Allied Private Wealth LLC bought a new stake in lululemon athletica during the 2nd quarter worth about $34,000. Ancora Advisors LLC bought a new stake in lululemon athletica during the 2nd quarter worth about $37,000. Finally, Cassaday & Co Wealth Management LLC bought a new position in shares of lululemon athletica in the first quarter worth about $38,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 85.20% of the company’s stock.

More lululemon athletica News

Here are the key news stories impacting lululemon athletica this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Lululemon’s quarterly earnings substantially exceeded expectations, with EPS of $2.92 versus the $1.79 consensus estimate. The results appear to have supported a rebound despite revenue of $2.42 billion falling slightly short of forecasts. Lululemon stock extends rebound as investors digest guidance cut and earnings beat
• Positive Sentiment: The recent rebound follows a major decline in LULU shares, potentially attracting value-oriented investors; the stock trades at a comparatively low valuation after falling substantially from its 12-month high. Lululemon stock heads into the open after a gain
• Neutral Sentiment: Analysts continue to assess the outlook for third-quarter earnings, with current estimates centered on the company’s previously issued guidance. Zacks Research estimate for LULU Q3 earnings
• Negative Sentiment: Management’s guidance reduction and year-over-year revenue decline point to slowing momentum, limiting the significance of the earnings beat. A bearish analysis argues that the stock could remain under pressure because a bottom may not yet have formed. Lululemon selloff analysis
• Negative Sentiment: BFA Law is investigating whether Lululemon made misleading statements about its growth and business health. The investigation does not establish wrongdoing, but it introduces litigation and reputational risk. LULU securities fraud investigation
• Negative Sentiment: Consumer discretionary stocks have lagged staples in 2026, creating an unfavorable sector backdrop for LULU. Potential competition for health-focused consumer spending from Oura’s smart-ring IPO may add another concern, although it is not a direct apparel competitor. Staples ETF widens gap over discretionary

lululemon athletica Company Profile

lululemon athletica inc. is a designer, distributor and retailer of athletic apparel, footwear and accessories. The company’s products are developed for activities including yoga, running, training, tennis and other forms of exercise, as well as everyday use. Its offerings include leggings, tops, shorts, outerwear, footwear, bags and fitness accessories for women and men.

Founded in 1998 in Vancouver, British Columbia, lululemon began as a yoga-focused apparel company and has expanded into a broader performance and lifestyle brand.