XELBConsumer Cyclical · Apparel ManufacturingThe 1 Wall Street analysts covering XCel Brands, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $5 — +474.8% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 39 of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026 — in the lower half. The Street sees upside; the factor read is a caution. That gap is the story on this page.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores XCel Brands, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Size (96): Smaller than most of the companies we track.
Value (1): The shares cost a lot relative to the profits and assets behind them.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on XELB, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +474.8% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sept 2025 | Maxim Group | Initiates | Buy | $3.00 |
| 14 Nov 2019 | DA Davidson | Assumes | Neutral | — |
| 8 Feb 2018 | DA Davidson | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 5 Aug 2014 | Wunderlich Securities | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 17 Apr 2013 | Brean Capital | Initiates | Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
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. XELB appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 78% of US stocks
Cheaper than 67% of US stocks
Cheaper than 88% of US stocks
Cheaper than 78% of US stocks
Higher than 13% of US stocks
Higher than 12% of US stocks
Higher than 99% of US stocks
Higher than 14% of US stocks
Higher than 25% of US stocks
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
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Seeking Alpha published the transcript of Xcel Brands, Inc.'s (XELB) Q2 2026 earnings call. The item consists solely of the transcript's title and source with no additional details from the call.
Why it matters — This transcript may give XELB watchers access to management's commentary and discussion of the company's second-quarter results.
XCel Brands (XELB) reported a second-quarter loss of $0.4 per share, which was wider than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a $0.38 loss and also larger than the $0.37 per-share loss from the same period a year ago. The company's results lagged revenue estimates.
Why it matters — A watcher of XELB would care because the company's quarterly loss came in below analyst expectations and worsened compared with the prior-year period.
Xcel Brands reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The GAAP net loss narrowed to $2.5 million from $4.0 million in the prior-year quarter, while EBITDA was negative $0.48 million compared with negative $0.30 million a year earlier, though it improved when adjusted for a non-recurring employee tax credit and versus the first quarter of 2026.
Why it matters — XELB watchers would care because the quarterly figures show a narrower GAAP net loss and improvements in adjusted EBITDA compared with the prior quarter, indicating the trajectory of the company's financial performance.
Xcel Brands announced it will report its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 13, 2026, and will host a conference call with the investment community on August 14, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. ET. The announcement was made on August 11, 2026, via GlobeNewswire.
Why it matters — XELB watchers will have a scheduled date and time to access the company's second quarter financial results and hear management discuss its performance.
The 1 Wall Street analysts covering XCel Brands, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $5, with estimates ranging from $5 to $5. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 1 analysts covering XCel Brands, Inc., 1 rate it a Buy, 0 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks XCel Brands, Inc. 39 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 22 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 22 Aug 2026, XCel Brands, Inc. ranks 39 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 Size (96 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 1 analysts implies +474.8% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks XCel Brands, Inc. 39 out of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering XCel Brands, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for XELB are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $5 to $5 over the next 12 months.
XCel Brands, Inc. returned -27.5% over the 12 months to 21 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Xcel Brands Inc. is a media and brand management company known for its involvement in the design, production, and marketing of consumer lifestyle products.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 14 Aug 2026): "Xcel Brands, Inc. (XELB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript". Seeking Alpha published the transcript of Xcel Brands, Inc.'s (XELB) Q2 2026 earnings call. The item consists solely of the transcript's title and source with no additional details from the call.
Xcel Brands Inc. is a media and brand management company known for its involvement in the design, production, and marketing of consumer lifestyle products. Primarily functioning within the fashion, retail, and digital sectors, Xcel Brands Inc. creates value by leveraging a digital-first model to enhance traditional retail operations. The company focuses on managing and optimizing licensed brands and direct-to-consumer distribution, servicing a variety of sectors from women's apparel to home goods. Through its dynamic approach to brand management, Xcel Brands Inc. aims to keep pace with rapid changes in consumer preferences. Collaborative partnerships with department stores and e-commerce platforms allow it to effectively market and distribute its products. Xcel's innovative business model supports the convergence of fashion and technology, facilitating quick adaptation to market trends and customer demands. Established in 2011, Xcel Brands Inc. plays a significant role in reshaping how brands interact with consumers and stay competitive in an ever-evolving retail landscape.
CEO Mr. Robert W. D'Loren CPA · 15 employees · United States · https://www.xcelbrands.com