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Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. (RL)
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Aug 16, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.
Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. (RL-N) has shown impressive performance this year with significant stock growth and a remarkable long-term rally, outperforming the S&P over the past four years. Despite recent market volatility and macroeconomic concerns related to inflation, experts highlight the company's strategic positioning as a luxury brand which enhances its pricing power and profit margins. The brand is successfully shifting towards direct-to-consumer sales while actively targeting younger consumers and expanding into accessories. Nonetheless, while there were mixed reactions to their recent investor day and financial targets, many believe that RL's growth strategies, particularly in key markets, will sustain its positive trajectory in the long term.
Is up 32% this year in a tricky year for apparel stocks. The stock has ripped since Taylor Swift announced her engagement (her and fiance were wearing RL). But Wall Street didn't love RL's investor day yesterday, falling 2.7% today. The new financial targets look disappointing, but RL promised steady margin expansion. Their share buyback plan is on schedule. More important is their plan to achieve growth: better marketing and customer retention, focusing on areas like menswear and women's outerwear; focusing on key cities to grow, and Asian strategy (key area of growth). The targets were not stunning, but still impressive and attainable. Trades at only 20x PE, despite a big run this year. RL should be trading a premium vs. the S&P. He remains bullish.
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Premium contentRL reported in the last week of May an impressive Q4 earnings and revenue beat. On a constant-currency basis, earnings rose 9% YOY. True, North American revenues slipped 3% while comp store sales declined 4% and e-commerce shed 3%. However, the overall North American wholesale business gained 11%. European revenues were -1% YOY, but the stores advanced 8% and online business rose 6%. Take note of Asia with revenues jumping 13% YOY with 20% growth in traditional stores and 19% in the digital business. Adjusted operating expenses increased 3%. EPS clocked in at $0.90, easily beating the expected the $0.61 forecast.
Premium contentRalph Lauren Corporation is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, footwear & accessories, home, fragrances and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps and Club Monaco, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.
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Premium contentA past pick from summer 2020 when we started turning the corner on the pandemic All apparel got lifted by the Pfizer vaccine in November. Great management and trading at 14x next year's earnings. Managers have made good moves in direct-to-consumer sales.
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Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. (RL) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. stock symbol?
Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. is a American stock, trading under the symbol RL (previously RL-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (RL). It is usually referred to as NYSE:RL or RL
Is Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 3 stock analysts issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on RL (previously RL-N on Stockchase). 3 analysts recommended to BUY and 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is BUY. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Polo Ralph Lauren Corp..
Is Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. a good investment or a top pick?
Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. was recommended as a Top Pick by Jim Cramer - Mad Money on 2026-07-29. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Polo Ralph Lauren Corp..
Why is Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. stock dropping?
Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for Polo Ralph Lauren Corp..
Is Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. worth watching?
Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. is followed by 9 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. stock price?
On 2026-08-17, Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. (RL) stock closed at a price of $381.02.
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Is up 25% this year, but has recently pulled back from highs. He's long owned it. Over 4 years, RL has rallied 280%, beating the S&P's 77%. Earnings have doubled the past 3 fiscal year, and boasts 17% same-store sales growth. But rising inflation is making the market worry about the consumer. Today, the Fed chief was not tough on inflation, which triggered a market sell-off. But don't sell RL based on macro reasons. RL has been positioning itself as a luxury brand to protect it from swings in the wider economy. RL has more pricer power than ever which translates to wider margins. RL is making a big push into direct-to-consumer sales and expanding into accessories and to younger consumers. Buy ahead of earnings.