Abercrombie Is Hot Again — Here's Why Your Retail ETF Didn't Get The Memo
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 28 2025
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Source: Benzinga
Abercrombie & Fitch's Strong Performance: Abercrombie & Fitch saw a significant stock increase of over 30% after reporting better-than-expected first-quarter results, with net sales reaching $1.10 billion and a notable 23% rise in comparable sales for its Hollister brand.
Impact on ETFs and Investment Insights: Despite Abercrombie's success, its influence on broader retail-focused ETFs was minimal due to its limited weight in those funds; however, small-cap ETFs like iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF and Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF benefited from Abercrombie's strong performance, highlighting the importance of examining specific holdings within investment portfolios.
Analyst Views on IBUY
Wall Street analysts forecast IBUY stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for IBUY is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of 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.
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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.
