Beyond analysts' top-and-bottom-line estimates for Crocs (CROX), evaluate projections for some of its key metrics to gain a better insight into how the business might have performed for the quarter ended September 2025.
CROX faces persistent HEYDUDE softness amid tariffs and weak U.S. demand, but core clogs, sandals and DTC growth offer some resilience.
The latest trading day saw Crocs (CROX) settling at $82.85, representing a -1.35% change from its previous close.
Crocs, Inc. is undervalued despite strong profitability, global growth, and portfolio diversification, trading at low earnings and cash flow multiples. CROX boasts industry-leading operating margins (~25%) and robust free cash flow, driven by brand power, customization, and successful capital allocation. HeyDude acquisition presents integration challenges but offers international growth potential and product diversification beyond clogs, supporting long-term expansion.
The latest trading day saw Crocs (CROX) settling at $83.76, representing a +2.48% change from its previous close.
Crocs (CROX) reached $78.99 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +1.82% change compared to its last close.
As sales weaken in China, U.S. and European brands are collaborating with local artists like Zhang Quan to appeal to young Chinese consumers.
Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ:CROX ) Goldman Sachs 32nd Annual Global Retailing Conference 2025 September 3, 2025 3:15 PM EDT Company Participants Andrew Rees - CEO, Director & Interim President for HEYDUDE Brand Conference Call Participants Kerry Burke Presentation Kerry Burke Great. Good morning, everyone.
Recent selloffs are overdone for CROX, a footwear maker with an amazing brand, strong cash flows, and a decent record of buybacks. The company has built a wide moat for its core products with unique designs favored by young fans around the world. A darker full-year outlook is largely attributable to macro weakness rather than operational problems.
Uncertainty over trade and tariffs loom over this shoe maker.
Crocs reported Q2 results nearly in line with Wall Street's expectations. Total sales growth remained positive but moderate. The provided Q3 guidance is cause for significant concern. Sales and earnings are suddenly guided to decline sharply, related largely by Crocs' management to consumer weakness. There's more to the guided weakness. Crocs' brand equity has historically been volatile, and brand equity now seems to be moving the wrong way.
CROX posts record Q2 gross profit and EPS beat on strong brand execution, but projects a sales drop for Q3 amid tariff pressures.