First quarter consolidated net revenues totaled $80.6 million, compared to $94.4 million last year Strong balance sheet, with cash and cash equivalents of $55.2 million, no debt, and year-over-year inventories down over 12% First quarter net loss totaled ($8.1) million, or ($0.26) per diluted share, compared to a net loss of ($4.7) million, or ($0.15) per diluted share, last year    First quarter non-GAAP net loss totaled ($6.5) million, or ($0.21) per diluted share, compared to a non-GAAP net loss of ($2.6) million, or ($0.09) per diluted share, last year  Management reconfirms guidance for fiscal year ending February 1, 2025 FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Bradley, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRA) (the “Company”) today announced its financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending February 1, 2025 (“Fiscal 2025”).

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Vera Bradley's shares have dropped 17.4% since December 2021, despite positive financial performance in the first half of fiscal year 2022. The company's revenue has been declining, but profitability has improved due to cost reductions and inventory management. Analysts expect a decline in revenue for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, but an increase in profits. The stock is considered cheap but risky.

Mon, Jun. 10, 2024

FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Bradley, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRA) (the “Company”) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Jackie Ardrey and Chief Financial Officer Michael Schwindle will present at the SHARE Series hybrid investor event hosted at the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, June 14th, 2024 at 9:35 ET.

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Vera Bradley, Inc. invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at https://bit.ly/3KnsHUp

Tue, May. 28, 2024

Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Vera Bradley VRA, expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish. Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months. Analysts have recently evaluated Vera Bradley and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $10.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $10.00 and a low estimate of $10.00. Holding firm without variation, the current average remains at the previous average price target. An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Vera Bradley. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Vera Bradley. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company. Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Vera Bradley compared to the broader market. Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Vera Bradley's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time. Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Vera Bradley's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table. Stay up to date on Vera Bradley analyst ratings. If you are interested in following small-cap stock news and performance you can start by tracking it here. Vera Bradley Inc designs women's handbags, travel items, and accessories. Each category comprises a substantial component of total sales, with the bags category comprising the most. most of the company's sales are made directly to customers through Vera Bradley's retail stores and e-commerce sites. The company also has a substantial wholesale business selling to specialty retail and department stores. Almost all company sales are in the United States. Vera Bradley uses third-party manufacturers in Asia to produce its products, and the company distributes the products through its distribution center in Indiana. The Company has three reportable segments: Vera Bradley Direct, Vera Bradley Indirect, and Pura Vida. The majority of revenue is from the Vera Bradley Direct segment. Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers. Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Vera Bradley faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -9.4% in revenue growth as of 31 January, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector. Net Margin: Vera Bradley's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -1.39%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management. Return on Equity (ROE): Vera Bradley's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -0.71%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders. Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.49%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets. Debt Management: Vera Bradley's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.31. Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks. Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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