Research Analysts Set Expectations for ANF Q3 Earnings

Abercrombie & Fitch Company (NYSE:ANF) – Stock analysts at Zacks Research increased their Q3 2027 EPS estimates for Abercrombie & Fitch in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, March 18th. Zacks Research analyst Team now anticipates that the apparel retailer will post earnings of $2.61 per share for the quarter, up from their prior estimate of $2.41. Zacks Research has a “Hold” rating on the stock. The consensus estimate for Abercrombie & Fitch’s current full-year earnings is $10.62 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for Abercrombie & Fitch’s Q3 2028 earnings at $2.70 EPS and FY2029 earnings at $12.25 EPS.

ANF has been the topic of a number of other reports. Telsey Advisory Group reissued an “outperform” rating and set a $125.00 target price on shares of Abercrombie & Fitch in a research report on Wednesday, March 4th. The Goldman Sachs Group began coverage on Abercrombie & Fitch in a report on Thursday, December 11th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $120.00 price target for the company. Morgan Stanley raised their price objective on Abercrombie & Fitch from $78.00 to $95.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, November 26th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their price objective on Abercrombie & Fitch from $102.00 to $114.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, March 5th. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group lowered their price objective on Abercrombie & Fitch from $135.00 to $130.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, March 4th. Seven research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and five have given a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $118.80.

Abercrombie & Fitch Stock Performance

NYSE:ANF opened at $87.82 on Thursday. The firm’s 50-day moving average is $94.95 and its 200-day moving average is $92.64. The company has a market cap of $4.03 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 8.33 and a beta of 1.17. Abercrombie & Fitch has a 52-week low of $65.40 and a 52-week high of $133.11.

Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE:ANF) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, March 4th. The apparel retailer reported $3.68 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.56 by $0.12. The firm had revenue of $1.67 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.67 billion. Abercrombie & Fitch had a net margin of 9.63% and a return on equity of 36.36%. The business’s revenue was up 5.4% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $3.57 EPS. Abercrombie & Fitch has set its Q1 2026 guidance at 1.200-1.300 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 10.200-11.000 EPS.

Insider Transactions at Abercrombie & Fitch

In related news, CEO Fran Horowitz sold 103,200 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Thursday, January 22nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $98.53, for a total value of $10,168,296.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 605,303 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $59,640,504.59. This represents a 14.57% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. Insiders have sold a total of 350,000 shares of company stock valued at $34,661,358 over the last three months. Corporate insiders own 2.29% of the company’s stock.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Abercrombie & Fitch

Large investors have recently modified their holdings of the stock. SG Americas Securities LLC lifted its position in shares of Abercrombie & Fitch by 486.9% during the 2nd quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC now owns 12,923 shares of the apparel retailer’s stock worth $1,071,000 after buying an additional 10,721 shares during the period. AE Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in Abercrombie & Fitch in the third quarter valued at $4,227,000. Retirement Systems of Alabama grew its position in Abercrombie & Fitch by 9.0% in the third quarter. Retirement Systems of Alabama now owns 157,175 shares of the apparel retailer’s stock valued at $13,446,000 after acquiring an additional 12,942 shares during the period. Valeo Financial Advisors LLC raised its stake in Abercrombie & Fitch by 10,469.4% during the second quarter. Valeo Financial Advisors LLC now owns 993,101 shares of the apparel retailer’s stock worth $82,278,000 after acquiring an additional 983,705 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Renaissance Group LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Abercrombie & Fitch by 30.3% during the second quarter. Renaissance Group LLC now owns 42,035 shares of the apparel retailer’s stock valued at $3,483,000 after acquiring an additional 9,780 shares during the period.

Key Stories Impacting Abercrombie & Fitch

Here are the key news stories impacting Abercrombie & Fitch this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Zacks bumped multiple mid‑ and long‑term EPS forecasts (Q2/Q3/Q4 lifts and FY2027–FY2029 increases, e.g., FY2028 to $11.33 and FY2029 to $12.25), signaling improved profit expectations that can support higher valuation over time. Is Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks maintained a “Hold” rating despite the estimate revisions; commentary pieces also revisit valuation and broker views rather than signaling a clear buy/sell catalyst, so sentiment is mixed rather than decisively bullish. Abercrombie (ANF) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks trimmed near‑term quarterly estimates (notably Q1 2027 from $1.45 to $1.29 and a slight cut to Q1 2028), which can pressure the stock in the short run as investors reprice nearer‑term growth risk. The unchanged Hold rating amplifies that restraint. MarketBeat ANF coverage

Abercrombie & Fitch Company Profile

Abercrombie & Fitch Co (NYSE: ANF) is an American specialty retailer that designs, markets and sells casual apparel and accessories for men, women and children. Founded in 1892 by David T. Abercrombie and Ezra Fitch, the company evolved from an outdoor gear outfitter to a global lifestyle brand renowned for its relaxed, preppy aesthetic. Its product assortment includes tops, bottoms, outerwear, intimates, swimwear, fragrances and personal care items.

The company operates under multiple brand names, including Abercrombie & Fitch, Abercrombie Kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each targeting distinct consumer segments from teens to young adults.