In recent news, Seaport Res Ptn has shared their perspective on Tilly’s, Inc.’s future earnings for the fiscal year 2026. According to analyst M. Kummetz, the specialty retailer is anticipated to report earnings per share (EPS) of $0.20 for the year, a decrease from the previous forecast of $0.24. The consensus estimate for Tilly’s current full-year earnings stands at ($0.14) per Tillys stock share, suggesting a challenging outlook for the company.
Quarterly Earnings Review:
Looking back at Tilly’s recent earnings announcement, the specialty retailer exceeded analysts’ expectations for the quarter ending March 9th. They reported earnings per share of $0.01, surpassing the consensus estimate of ($0.03) by $0.04. Despite this positive market performance, Tilly’s experienced a negative return on equity of 1.54% and a negative net margin of 0.41%. The company generated $180.35 million in revenue for the quarter, slightly surpassing analysts’ estimates of $178.96 million.
Tillys Stock-Analyst Ratings:
Various research analysts have shared their opinions on Tillys stock as well. B. Riley lowered their price objective from $11.00 to $9.00, while William Blair maintained a “market perform” rating on the company. The consensus rating from Stock Target Advisor suggests a “Hold” position with a target price of $9.00.
Tillys Stock Price Performance:
Tillys stock opened at $6.45 on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The fifty-day moving average stands at $7.58, while the two-hundred-day moving average is $8.33. With a market capitalization of $192.73 million, Tilly’s has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of -71.66 and a beta of 1.70. Its fifty-two-week range spans from $6.40 to $10.35.
Insider Transactions:
Insider activity has also attracted attention. Fund 1 Investments, Llc, a major shareholder, acquired 150,000 shares of Tillys stock at an average cost of $7.48 per share. This insider now holds 2,435,419 shares, valued at $18,216,934.12. Over the past three months, insiders purchased a total of 998,776 shares, worth $7,343,601. Approximately 27.96% of the TLYS stock is currently owned by insiders.
Institutional Holdings:
Institutional investors have made adjustments to their positions in Tilly’s. Quantbot Technologies LP acquired a new stake in the company, while Barclays PLC increased its position. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. and UBS Group AG also grew their positions, and BNP Paribas Arbitrage SA raised its stake significantly. Currently, 58.21% of the TLYS stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
The Takeaway:
As Seaport Res Ptn weighs in on Tilly’s, Inc.’s FY2026 earnings, it’s evident that cautiousness prevails with a lowered EPS forecast. Tilly’s recent quarterly performance exceeded expectations, but challenges remain. The opinions of various analysts, insider activity, and institutional investors’ positions provide additional insights into the company’s outlook. Investors should consider these factors carefully before making any decisions related to Tillys stock.
