Birkenstock (NYSE:BIRK – Free Report) had its target price lowered by Telsey Advisory Group from $60.00 to $45.00 in a report released on Thursday morning, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Telsey Advisory Group currently has an outperform rating on the stock.
Other research analysts also recently issued reports about the stock. Sanford C. Bernstein reduced their target price on shares of Birkenstock from $55.00 to $50.00 and set a “market perform” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday, January 15th. The Goldman Sachs Group reissued a “buy” rating and set a $59.00 target price on shares of Birkenstock in a research report on Thursday, January 29th. BTIG Research reissued a “buy” rating and set a $65.00 target price on shares of Birkenstock in a research report on Thursday, January 29th. Morgan Stanley reissued a “positive” rating and set a $47.00 target price on shares of Birkenstock in a research report on Tuesday, January 27th. Finally, UBS Group reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Birkenstock in a research report on Monday, February 9th. Sixteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and three have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $57.41.
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Birkenstock Trading Up 3.2%
Institutional Inflows and Outflows
A number of hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the company. T. Rowe Price Investment Management Inc. grew its position in shares of Birkenstock by 11.9% during the 4th quarter. T. Rowe Price Investment Management Inc. now owns 11,886,454 shares of the company’s stock valued at $486,156,000 after purchasing an additional 1,264,841 shares in the last quarter. Bamco Inc. NY grew its position in shares of Birkenstock by 25.4% during the 4th quarter. Bamco Inc. NY now owns 7,966,037 shares of the company’s stock valued at $325,811,000 after purchasing an additional 1,612,236 shares in the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP grew its position in shares of Birkenstock by 30.9% during the 1st quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 4,049,787 shares of the company’s stock valued at $145,078,000 after purchasing an additional 956,167 shares in the last quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD grew its position in shares of Birkenstock by 0.9% during the 4th quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD now owns 2,950,380 shares of the company’s stock valued at $120,672,000 after purchasing an additional 25,585 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Morgan Stanley grew its position in shares of Birkenstock by 25.1% during the 4th quarter. Morgan Stanley now owns 2,797,719 shares of the company’s stock valued at $114,427,000 after purchasing an additional 562,188 shares in the last quarter. 19.93% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
More Birkenstock News
Here are the key news stories impacting Birkenstock this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Birkenstock said revenue rose in fiscal Q2, with constant-currency growth still in the double digits, and it reaffirmed full-year revenue expectations, signaling that underlying demand for its sandals remains resilient. Birkenstock Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2026 Results with Revenue Growth Of 14% In Constant FX Despite War, Tariffs and Inflation; Confirms Full-Year Target Of 13-15%
- Positive Sentiment: Two Wall Street firms kept bullish ratings on the stock despite trimming price targets, suggesting analysts still see meaningful upside from current levels. Birkenstock price target updates
- Neutral Sentiment: CEO Oliver Reichert expressed confidence in Birkenstock’s long-term outlook, which may help steady sentiment but does not change the near-term earnings picture. Birkenstock CEO Oliver Reichert Says He’s Confident of the Future
- Neutral Sentiment: Management also emphasized that tariffs, inflation, currency swings, and Middle East-related disruptions are raising costs and complicating the outlook. Birkenstock Q2 net profit falls 22% despite revenue rise
- Negative Sentiment: Quarterly earnings and revenue missed analyst estimates, and net profit fell sharply as margins were squeezed, which is the main reason the stock has faced pressure. Birkenstock shares slide after tariffs and currency swings squeeze margins
- Negative Sentiment: Several reports flagged slowing sales momentum, inventory buildup, and softer guidance concerns, reinforcing worries that profit growth may lag revenue growth. Birkenstock: Concerning Sales Slowdown And Inventory Buildup (Downgrade)
Birkenstock Company Profile
Birkenstock Group AG, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BIRK, is a global footwear manufacturer renowned for its anatomically contoured footbeds and iconic sandal designs. The company’s core product lines include classic models such as the Arizona, Boston and Madrid, alongside a range of clogs, shoes and orthotic insoles. In addition to footwear, Birkenstock offers complementary accessories, including socks and leather care products, reinforcing its commitment to foot health and comfort.
Birkenstock reaches consumers through a diversified distribution network that combines direct-to-consumer channels—such as branded retail stores and e-commerce platforms—with wholesale partnerships spanning specialty footwear retailers, department stores and select online marketplaces.
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