Summary
- Lands’ End has outperformed the S&P 500 in 2025, but faces declining revenues and free cash flow over the past five years.
- LE’s valuation metrics are broadly in line with peers, with mixed performance on key ratios and a C+ valuation grade versus competitors.
- Long-term debt has been reduced by nearly 50% over a decade, while cash and short-term investments remain flat.
- I rate LE a ‘hold’ due to balanced risks and limi…
Summary
- Lands’ End has outperformed the S&P 500 in 2025, but faces declining revenues and free cash flow over the past five years.
- LE’s valuation metrics are broadly in line with peers, with mixed performance on key ratios and a C+ valuation grade versus competitors.
- Long-term debt has been reduced by nearly 50% over a decade, while cash and short-term investments remain flat.
- I rate LE a ‘hold’ due to balanced risks and limited near-term catalysts, advising close monitoring of revenue, FCF, and liquidity.
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Introduction
The share price of Lands’ End, Inc. (LE) is up over 25% since January 2025, outperforming the S&P 500 (SPY) by approximately 8% during the same time period. While the share price has more
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