Designer Brands Inc Surges After Strong Earnings Report
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 09 Dec 25
Source: TipRanks
Designer Brands Inc. saw a remarkable price increase of 36.91%, breaking above its 5-day SMA amid positive market conditions.
The company reported a third-quarter earnings per share of $0.38, significantly exceeding analyst expectations, which has boosted investor confidence. The gross margin improved to 45.1%, reflecting effective cost control measures.
This strong performance indicates a positive outlook for the company, with anticipated adjusted operating income for fiscal 2025 between $50 million and $55 million, despite a slight decline in sales projections.
Analyst Views on DBI
Wall Street analysts forecast DBI stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for DBI is 6.25 USD with a low forecast of 5.00 USD and a high forecast of 7.50 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
2 Analyst Rating
0 Buy
2 Hold
0 Sell
Hold
Current: 6.510
Low
5.00
Averages
6.25
High
7.50
Current: 6.510
Low
5.00
Averages
6.25
High
7.50
About DBI
Designer Brands Inc. is a designer, producer and retailer of footwear brands and accessories. The Company operates through three segments: the U.S. Retail segment, the Canada Retail segment, and the Brand Portfolio segment. The U.S. Retail segment operates the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW) banner through its direct-to-consumer United States stores and e-commerce site. The Canada Retail segment operates The Shoe Company, DSW, and Rubino banners through its direct-to-consumer stores and e-commerce sites in Canada. The Brand Portfolio segment is engaged in the wholesale of its branded products to retailers and international distributors; commissions for serving retailers as the design and buying agent for products under private labels; and the sale of its Vince Camuto, Keds, and Topo brands through direct-to-consumer e-commerce sites. The Company operates approximately 494 stores in the United States and 175 stores in Canada.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
