LULUConsumer Cyclical · Apparel Retail

LULU Stock Forecast: lululemon athletica, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 14 Sept 2026
$100
+1.34% on the day

The 35 Wall Street analysts covering lululemon athletica, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $105 — +4.7% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 31 of 100 as at 14 Sept 2026 — in the lower half.

Market cap
$11.1B
Ticker Nerd rank
31 / 100
Median analyst target
$105
Analysts covering
35
Revenue$2.4B−4.3% y/y
Operating income$453.7M
Net income$329.2M
Free cash flow$225.2M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 31 July 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
−0.3%
1M
−16.1%
YTD
−51.7%
1Y
−37.3%
From 52W high
−53.5%
From 52W low
+3.5%
$97
$216
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

LULU stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores lululemon athletica, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 14 Sept 2026
31 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Value
88
Quality
78
Volatility
70
Issuance
63
Revisions
39
Accruals
37
Growth
21
Size
14
Momentum
3

Value (88): The shares cost little relative to the profits and assets behind them — which can mean the market is too gloomy, or that the business really is in trouble.

Momentum (3): The shares have been drifting down relative to others.

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Wall Street

LULU stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on LULU, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$50$100$150$200$250Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26LULUHigh $255Median $105Low $44

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says35 analysts
1 Buy29 Hold5 Sell
Low $44Median $105High $255

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +4.7% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 0 moved their price target up and 15 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
9 Sept 2026BMO CapitalInitiatesUnderperform$70
9 Sept 2026CitigroupMaintainsNeutral$130$117
4 Sept 2026B of A SecuritiesMaintainsNeutral$140$122
4 Sept 2026BairdMaintainsNeutral$140$115
4 Sept 2026BarclaysMaintainsEqual-Weight$113$95
4 Sept 2026BernsteinMaintainsMarket Perform$145$115
4 Sept 2026BNP ParibasMaintainsUnderperform$88$44
4 Sept 2026BTIGReiteratesNeutral
4 Sept 2026Goldman SachsMaintainsNeutral$111$95
4 Sept 2026GuggenheimReiteratesNeutral
4 Sept 2026JP MorganMaintainsNeutral$154$95
4 Sept 2026KeybancReiteratesSector Weight
4 Sept 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainsUnderweight$93$83
4 Sept 2026NeedhamReiteratesHold
4 Sept 2026Piper SandlerMaintainsNeutral$110$80
4 Sept 2026StifelMaintainsHold$134$100
4 Sept 2026Telsey Advisory GroupMaintainsMarket Perform$122$110
4 Sept 2026Truist SecuritiesReiteratesSell$94$82
4 Sept 2026UBSMaintainsNeutral$120$106
4 Sept 2026Wells FargoMaintainsEqual-Weight$105$95

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

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Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. LULU appears on the weeks it earns a place.

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Performance

LULU vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 14 Sept 2026, lululemon athletica, Inc. returned −37.3% against +17.0% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

LULU vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
6080100120140Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26LULUS&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

LULU analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
−12.8%
Analysts raising
2
Analysts cutting
4
Fundamentals

lululemon athletica, Inc. (LULU) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
8.3×

Cheaper than 61% of US stocks

Price / sales
1.0×

Cheaper than 70% of US stocks

Price / book
2.3×

Cheaper than 40% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
5.0×

Cheaper than 53% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
−4.3%

Higher than 21% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
−11.2%

Higher than 26% of US stocks

Gross margin
60.5%

Higher than 74% of US stocks

Operating margin
13.2%

Higher than 70% of US stocks

Net margin
12.8%

Higher than 75% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
30.9%

Higher than 88% of US stocks

Return on assets
14.4%

Higher than 97% of US stocks

Dividend yield

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

lululemon athletica, Inc. (LULU) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • lululemon athletica, Inc. has a market value of $11.1B and an enterprise value of $11.9B.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 31 July 2026: $11.1B. The latest quarter shrank 4.3% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: $1.4B, a 12.8% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $12.21.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 31 July 2026: $1.4B.

  • lululemon athletica, Inc. spent $1.2B on share buybacks in the twelve months to 31 July 2026.

  • Shares outstanding: 111.7M.

  • Trailing P/E: 8.3×; forward P/E: 11.4× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • lululemon athletica, Inc. employs 39,000 people $284K of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 31 July 2026 · market figures as at 15 Sept 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

LULU vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelApparel Retail
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
LULUlululemon athletica, Inc.$11.1B
31
BURLBurlington Stores, Inc.$14.6B
53
GAPGap, Inc.$7.3B
71
URBNUrban Outfitters, Inc.$6.6B
72
VSXYVictoria's Secret & Co.$6.0B
86
ANFAbercrombie & Fitch Co.$6.0B
75
BOOTBoot Barn Holdings, Inc.$4.4B
42

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News

Latest LULU news & analysis

lululemon: A Fall From Grace, But I'm Still Holding On (Rating Downgrade)

Seeking Alpha · 15 Sept 2026negative

lululemon reported weak Q2 results with revenue down 3.2% year over year and core leggings sales declining 20%, while performance was partly supported by one-time tariff refunds. Guidance was sharply cut, with Q3 EPS expected below $1, and the company downgraded its rating amid deteriorating margins and comps in the Americas.

Why it matters — A LULU watcher would care because the report raises concerns about the sustainability of the company's premium positioning and competitive moat after significant deterioration in its core Americas business.

Lululemon Stock Falls to $100: Has It Become a Bargain Buy?

The Motley Fool · 14 Sept 2026negative

Lululemon's stock fell to $100, and the company's sales have been declining, potentially dropping 11% in the current quarter. New CEO Heidi O'Neill took over this month with numerous challenges to address.

Why it matters — Investors watching Lululemon will want to see how the new CEO tackles the company's ongoing sales decline and whether the stock's drop signals deeper operational issues.

LULU INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Announces an Investigation into lululemon athletica inc. and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

PRNewsWire · 14 Sept 2026negative

Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC announced an investigation into potential claims on behalf of purchasers of lululemon athletica inc. and is encouraging affected investors to contact the firm.

Why it matters — A law firm investigation into potential claims signals possible legal or disclosure concerns that LULU investors should monitor.

LULU Shareholders: Lululemon Growth Issues Trigger Securities Fraud Investigation for Investors – Contact BFA Law if You Lost Money

GlobeNewsWire · 14 Sept 2026negative

Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announced a securities fraud investigation into lululemon athletica inc., citing growth issues, and is contacting investors who lost money. The investigation was announced via a press release on Sept. 14, 2026.

Why it matters — A Lululemon shareholder would care because the company now faces a securities fraud investigation tied to its growth performance, which raises legal and reputational considerations.

Lululemon's Founder Is Getting Divorced. What It Will Mean for His Fortune.

WSJ · 13 Sept 2026neutral

Lululemon founder Chip Wilson is getting divorced and does not have a prenuptial agreement. In Canada, without such an agreement, assets are typically split in half between spouses, which could affect his personal fortune.

Why it matters — A LULU watcher would care because a major portion of Wilson's wealth tied to his stake in the company could be divided in the divorce settlement, potentially affecting his holdings and influence.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about LULU stock

What is the LULU stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 35 Wall Street analysts covering lululemon athletica, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $105, with estimates ranging from $44 to $255. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is LULU stock a buy right now?

Of the 35 analysts covering lululemon athletica, Inc., 1 rate it a Buy, 29 a Hold and 5 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks lululemon athletica, Inc. 31 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 14 Sept 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank LULU?

As at 14 Sept 2026, lululemon athletica, Inc. ranks 31 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Value (88 of 100).

Will LULU stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 35 analysts implies +4.7% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks lululemon athletica, Inc. 31 out of 100 as at 14 Sept 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the LULU stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering lululemon athletica, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for LULU are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $44 to $255 over the next 12 months.

How has LULU stock performed over the past year?

lululemon athletica, Inc. returned -37.3% over the 12 months to 14 Sept 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does lululemon athletica, Inc. do?

lululemon athletica inc. is a technical athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories company focused on performance-oriented products for yoga, running, training, and everyday activewear.

What is the latest news on LULU?

The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 15 Sept 2026): "lululemon: A Fall From Grace, But I'm Still Holding On (Rating Downgrade)". lululemon reported weak Q2 results with revenue down 3.2% year over year and core leggings sales declining 20%, while performance was partly supported by one-time tariff refunds. Guidance was sharply cut, with Q3 EPS expected below $1, and the company downgraded its rating amid deteriorating margins and comps in the Americas.

Company

About lululemon athletica, Inc.

lululemon athletica inc. is a technical athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories company focused on performance-oriented products for yoga, running, training, and everyday activewear. The company designs, distributes, and retails clothing and gear for women and men, with an assortment that includes tops, bottoms, outerwear, and fitness-inspired accessories. Its current business spans company-operated stores, direct-to-consumer e-commerce, and select wholesale and other channels, giving it a broad retail presence across North America, Asia, Europe, and other international markets. lululemon athletica inc. serves customers looking for functional, premium athletic wear that blends sport, comfort, and lifestyle use, making it a recognized name in the global athleisure market.

CEO Ms. Meghan C. Frank · 39,000 employees · Canada · https://corporate.lululemon.com