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Fluctuating consumer confidence, driven by underlying inflationary pressures, has significantly altered spending patterns. With disposable incomes shrinking, consumers are prioritizing essential items, causing demand for apparel and footwear to weaken. Simultaneously, retailers are grappling with rising operational costs, including increased wages and higher prices for goods and services. Efforts to pass these added costs onto consumers have only intensified the challenges for retailers.<br><br>Nonetheless, industry participants are proactively adapting to the shifting consumer landscape by focusing on robust product strategies, advancing omnichannel capabilities, making prudent capital investments and expanding their customer reach. These initiatives enable retailers to stay competitive and effectively meet evolving consumer demands, positioning them for continued success despite market challenges.<br><br>Backed by these initiatives, companies like <strong>Deckers Outdoor Corporation</strong> (<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="DECK">DECK Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/DECK" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-pos" rel="DECK" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-DECK-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">DECK</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zramodule&t=DECK&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INDUSTRYOUTLOOK_2374080_DECK&icid=COMMENTARY-Industry_Outlook-2374080-free_report-commentary_body-text-DECK" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) , <strong>Tapestry, Inc.</strong> (<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="TPR">TPR Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/TPR" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-pos" rel="TPR" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-TPR-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">TPR</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zramodule&t=TPR&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INDUSTRYOUTLOOK_2374080_TPR&icid=COMMENTARY-Industry_Outlook-2374080-free_report-commentary_body-text-TPR" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) , <strong>Abercrombie & Fitch Co.</strong> (<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="ANF">ANF Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/ANF" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-pos" rel="ANF" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-ANF-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">ANF</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zramodule&t=ANF&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INDUSTRYOUTLOOK_2374080_ANF&icid=COMMENTARY-Industry_Outlook-2374080-free_report-commentary_body-text-ANF" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) and <strong>Torrid Holdings Inc.</strong> (<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="CURV">CURV Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/CURV" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-pos" rel="CURV" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-CURV-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">CURV</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zrmodule&t=CURV&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INDUSTRYOUTLOOK_2374080_CURV&icid=COMMENTARY-Industry_Outlook-2374080-free_report-commentary_body-text-CURV" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) are better placed.<br></p><h3>About the Industry</h3> <p></p><p>The Retail - Apparel & Shoes industry encompasses the manufacturing, distribution and retailing of clothing, footwear and accessories. The industry is influenced by various factors, including fashion trends, consumer spending habits, economic dynamics and seasonal variations. Companies within the industry range from global apparel giants to domestic brands, each targeting specific market segments. The industry presents both opportunities and challenges. On one hand, it demands continuous product innovation, brand distinctiveness and effective marketing to attract customers. On the other hand, fierce competition and price sensitivity pose hurdles. Technological advancements and the rise of online retail have revolutionized the industry, with consumers increasingly seeking convenience and personalized shopping experiences.</p> <h3>4 Key Trends to Watch in the Industry</h3> <p></p><p><strong>Soft Demand May Hit Revenues:</strong> Underlying inflationary pressures and geopolitical tensions are weighing on consumer spending, a critical driver for the retail sector. The industry’s outlook is increasingly tied to consumer purchasing power, which is being strained by rising prices, squeezing family budgets and weakening demand. According to the latest report from the Commerce Department, sales at clothing and accessories stores declined by 0.2% in October on a sequential basis, reflecting the growing pressure on the sector.</p><p><strong>Pressure on Margins to Linger:</strong> The retail apparel and shoes industry is highly competitive, with companies battling for market share through pricing, product offerings and speed to market. To stay ahead, many players have been heavily investing in digital infrastructure and enhancing delivery capabilities. While these initiatives drive sales, they come with substantial costs. Increased spending on marketing, advertising and store operations is putting further pressure on margins. However, companies are actively working to offset these challenges by streamlining operations, optimizing supply chains and implementing strategic pricing strategies.</p><p><strong>Brand Enhancement & Capital Discipline:</strong> Industry players are increasingly focused on deepening consumer engagement through innovative products, personalized experiences, and enhanced digital and data analytics capabilities. The introduction of new styles, customization options and revamped store environments is designed to attract and retain shoppers. Efforts to strengthen brand portfolios through targeted marketing, strategic acquisitions, innovation and partnerships are expected to continue supporting growth in the sector. Additionally, companies are taking steps to bolster their financial health, including managing inventory more effectively, closing underperforming stores, optimizing capital expenditures and improving operational efficiency.</p><p><strong>Diversification & Digitization Key to Growth:</strong> As consumer shopping behaviors evolve, companies are adapting by integrating both in-store and online operations. They are developing omnichannel capabilities, implementing loyalty and marketing programs, and enhancing supply chains to offer faster delivery options such as doorstep delivery, curbside pickup, and buy online, pick up in-store. At the same time, investments in store renovations, improved checkout processes and mobile point-of-sale systems are helping to maintain relevance. To align with consumer preferences and the shift toward online shopping, companies are continually replenishing shelves with popular merchandise and increasing investments in digital technologies.</p> <h3>Zacks Industry Rank Indicates Bleak Prospects</h3> <p></p><p>The Zacks Retail - Apparel And Shoes industry is a group within the broader Zacks <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/industry-rank/sector/retail-wholesale-3">Retail – Wholesale</a> sector. The industry currently carries a Zacks Industry Rank #135, which places it in the bottom 46% of more than 250 Zacks industries.<br><br>The group’s <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/industry-rank/industries/">Zacks Industry Rank</a>, which is the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates drab near-term prospects. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1. <br><br>The industry’s positioning in the bottom 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries is a result of the negative earnings outlook for the constituent companies in aggregate. Looking at the aggregate earnings estimate revisions, it appears that analysts are losing confidence in this group’s earnings growth potential. Since the beginning of February 2024, the industry’s earnings estimate has declined by 16.1%.<br><br>Before we present a few stocks that you may want to consider for your portfolio, let’s take a look at the industry’s recent stock-market performance and valuation picture.</p> <h3>Industry vs. Broader Market</h3> <p></p><p>The Zacks Retail - Apparel And Shoes industry has underperformed both the broader Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector and the Zacks S&P 500 composite over the past year.<br><br>The industry has advanced 16.3% over this period compared with the S&P 500’s growth of 30%. Meanwhile, the broader sector has risen 30.6%.</p><h3 style="text-align: center;">One-Year Price Performance</h3><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/price(143).jpg"></p><p> </p><h3>Industry's Current Valuation</h3> <p></p><p>Based on forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E), which is commonly used for valuing retail stocks, the industry is currently trading at 15.92X compared with the S&P 500’s 22.28X and the sector’s 23.94X.<br><br>Over the last five years, the industry has traded as high as 36.25X and as low as 8.03X, with the median being at 15.28X, as the chart below shows.</p><h3 style="text-align: center;">Price-to-Earnings Ratio (Past 5 Years)</h3><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/valuation(35).jpg"></p> <h3>4 Stocks Worth Considering</h3> <p></p><p><strong>Deckers:</strong> The company’s diverse brand portfolio, financial strength and strategic growth initiatives make it a promising investment. Driven by HOKA and UGG’s impressive growth, balanced channel performance and successful global expansion, Deckers shows a well-executed strategy. The company’s focus on innovation, expanding its consumer reach and leveraging strong market trends positions it favorably for sustained success. <br><br>The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Deckers’ current fiscal sales and earnings per share (EPS) suggests growth of 13.6% and 12.6%, respectively, from the year-ago reported figure. This global leader in designing, marketing and distributing innovative footwear, apparel and accessories has an average trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 41.1%. Shares of this Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) company have surged 72.5% in the past year. <span style="pd4ml-display: none; pd4ml-visibility: hidden;"> You can see <strong><a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/buy-list/?ADID=zp_1link&ICID=zpi%20_1link">the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here</a></strong>. </span></p><h3 style="text-align: center;">Price and Consensus: DECK</h3><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/deck(17).jpg"></p><p><strong>Tapestry:</strong> The company’s strategic focus on geographic expansion, operational efficiency and digital innovation lays a strong foundation for sustained growth. The company’s ability to navigate diverse global markets reflects its resilience and adaptability in leveraging regional opportunities. Its disciplined cost management, combined with efficiency-driven margin improvements, supports sustainable profitability without compromising innovation or investments. 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