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Columbia Sportswear (COLM)


Market Price (4/15/2026): $57.79 | Market Cap: $3.1 Bil
Sector: Consumer Discretionary | Industry: Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods

Columbia Sportswear (COLM)


Market Price (4/15/2026): $57.79
Market Cap: $3.1 Bil
Sector: Consumer Discretionary
Industry: Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.8%, Dividend Yield is 2.1%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.9%, FCF Yield is 7.0%

Cash is significant % of market cap
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -10%

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Outdoor Lifestyle & Recreation, and E-commerce & Digital Retail. Themes include Outdoor Apparel & Footwear, Direct-to-Consumer Brands, Show more.

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -56%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -101%

Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -0.6%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -2.4%

Key risks
COLM key risks include [1] intense competition from brands and its own wholesale customers' private-label offerings, Show more.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.8%, Dividend Yield is 2.1%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.9%, FCF Yield is 7.0%
1 Cash is significant % of market cap
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -10%
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Outdoor Lifestyle & Recreation, and E-commerce & Digital Retail. Themes include Outdoor Apparel & Footwear, Direct-to-Consumer Brands, Show more.
4 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -56%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -101%
5 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -0.6%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -2.4%
6 Key risks
COLM key risks include [1] intense competition from brands and its own wholesale customers' private-label offerings, Show more.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Columbia Sportswear (COLM) stock has gained about 5% since 12/31/2025 because of the following key factors:

1. Columbia Sportswear significantly exceeded Q4 2025 earnings expectations and provided an optimistic full-year 2026 outlook. The company reported diluted earnings per share of $1.73 for Q4 2025, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.22 by $0.51, and achieved revenues of $1.07 billion, beating analyst estimates of $1.03 billion. This strong quarterly performance was complemented by an upbeat full-year 2026 financial outlook, projecting net sales growth of 1% to 3% to a range of $3.43 billion to $3.50 billion, exceeding prior estimates, and diluted EPS of $3.20 to $3.65, which was also above analyst expectations.

2. The company maintained a robust financial position and demonstrated a commitment to shareholder returns. Columbia Sportswear ended 2025 with a strong balance sheet, boasting $791 million in cash and equivalents and no outstanding debt. In 2025, the company returned over $260 million to shareholders, comprising $201 million through share repurchases and $66 million through dividends, which likely bolstered investor confidence.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 5.4% change in COLM stock from 12/31/2025 to 4/14/2026 was primarily driven by a 9.2% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)123120254142026Change
Stock Price ($)54.8157.765.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,4243,397-0.8%
Net Income Margin (%)5.5%5.2%-4.3%
P/E Multiple16.017.59.2%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)55541.6%
Cumulative Contribution5.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/31/2025 to 4/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
COLM5.4% 
Market (SPY)-5.4%19.6%
Sector (XLY)-2.5%29.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The 11.7% change in COLM stock from 9/30/2025 to 4/14/2026 was primarily driven by a 38.8% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)93020254142026Change
Stock Price ($)51.7257.7611.7%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,4123,397-0.4%
Net Income Margin (%)6.6%5.2%-20.8%
P/E Multiple12.617.538.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)55542.1%
Cumulative Contribution11.7%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/30/2025 to 4/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
COLM11.7% 
Market (SPY)-2.9%26.7%
Sector (XLY)-2.6%36.7%

Fundamental Drivers

The -22.0% change in COLM stock from 3/31/2025 to 4/14/2026 was primarily driven by a -21.3% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)33120254142026Change
Stock Price ($)74.0957.76-22.0%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,3693,3970.9%
Net Income Margin (%)6.6%5.2%-21.3%
P/E Multiple18.817.5-6.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)57545.5%
Cumulative Contribution-22.0%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

3/31/2025 to 4/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
COLM-22.0% 
Market (SPY)16.3%47.1%
Sector (XLY)18.6%54.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The -32.6% change in COLM stock from 3/31/2023 to 4/14/2026 was primarily driven by a -42.0% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)33120234142026Change
Stock Price ($)85.7157.76-32.6%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,4643,397-1.9%
Net Income Margin (%)9.0%5.2%-42.0%
P/E Multiple17.117.52.3%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)625415.7%
Cumulative Contribution-32.6%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

3/31/2023 to 4/14/2026
ReturnCorrelation
COLM-32.6% 
Market (SPY)63.3%39.7%
Sector (XLY)59.3%44.5%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
COLM Return13%-9%-8%7%-33%4%-29%
Peers Return14%-30%12%6%-19%-12%-33%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%-0%81%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
COLM Win Rate58%25%58%42%33%75% 
Peers Win Rate53%33%62%53%47%45% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
COLM Max Drawdown-3%-30%-19%-6%-41%-5% 
Peers Max Drawdown-11%-49%-26%-30%-47%-21% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-1%-25%-1%-2%-15%-7% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: VFC, DECK, GOOS, LULU, NKE. See COLM Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 4/14/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventCOLMS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-40.8%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven68.8%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to BreakevenNot Fully Recovered days464 days
2020 Covid Pandemic2020 Covid Pandemic  
2020 Covid Pandemic% Loss% Loss-44.5%-33.9%
2020 Covid Pandemic% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven80.0%51.3%
2020 Covid PandemicTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven319 days148 days
2018 Correction2018 Correction  
2018 Correction% Loss% Loss-17.8%-19.8%
2018 Correction% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven21.7%24.7%
2018 CorrectionTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven430 days120 days
2008 Global Financial Crisis2008 Global Financial Crisis  
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Loss% Loss-64.2%-56.8%
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven179.1%131.3%
2008 Global Financial CrisisTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven798 days1,480 days

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In The Past

Columbia Sportswear's stock fell -40.8% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 4/23/2021. A -40.8% loss requires a 68.8% gain to breakeven.

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About Columbia Sportswear (COLM)

Columbia Sportswear Company, together with its subsidiaries, designs, sources, markets, and distributes outdoor, active, and everyday lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment in the United States, Latin America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Canada. The company provides apparel, accessories, and equipment that are used in various activities, such as skiing, snowboarding, hiking, climbing, mountaineering, camping, hunting, fishing, trail running, water sports, yoga, golf, and adventure travel. It also offers footwear products that include lightweight hiking boots, trail running shoes, rugged cold weather boots for activities on snow and ice, sandals and shoes for use in water activities, and function-first fashion footwear and casual shoes for everyday use. The company sells its products under the Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, SOREL, and prAna brand names through the company owned network of branded and outlet retail stores, brand-specific e-commerce sites, and concession-based arrangements with third-parties at branded outlet and shop-in-shop retail locations, as well as through independently operated specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores, sporting goods chains, department store chains, Internet retailers, and international distributors. As of December 31, 2021, it operated approximately 455 retail stores. The company was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

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COLM is like a smaller, outdoor-focused VF Corporation (which owns The North Face and Timberland).

COLM is like Nike or Adidas, but for outdoor adventure and everyday lifestyle apparel and footwear.

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  • Apparel: Columbia Sportswear designs and distributes a wide range of outdoor, active, and everyday lifestyle clothing for various activities.
  • Footwear: The company offers diverse footwear products including hiking boots, trail running shoes, cold weather boots, water shoes, and casual shoes.
  • Accessories: Columbia Sportswear provides various accessories that complement its apparel and footwear lines.
  • Equipment: The company also offers equipment designed for outdoor and active pursuits.

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Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM) sells its products through a mixed distribution model, including a significant direct-to-consumer presence via its own retail stores and e-commerce sites. Given the operation of approximately 455 retail stores and brand-specific e-commerce, it is reasonable to categorize their major customers as individuals.

The company serves the following categories of individual customers:

  1. Outdoor & Adventure Enthusiasts: This category includes individuals who participate in a wide range of outdoor activities such as skiing, snowboarding, hiking, climbing, mountaineering, camping, hunting, fishing, trail running, water sports, and adventure travel. These customers seek high-performance, durable, and protective apparel, footwear, and equipment for challenging and diverse environments.
  2. Active & Sport-Specific Consumers: This segment comprises customers engaged in specific athletic pursuits like yoga and golf. They look for comfortable, functional, and specialized gear designed to enhance their performance and experience in these activities.
  3. Everyday Lifestyle & Casual Wear Users: These are consumers who purchase Columbia Sportswear products for general daily use and casual settings. They prioritize comfort, functionality, and a fashion-forward aesthetic for their everyday apparel and footwear, aligning with the company's "everyday lifestyle" offerings.

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Timothy P. Boyle, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Timothy P. Boyle has served as chief executive officer of Columbia Sportswear Company since 1988 and was appointed Chairman of the Board in 2020. His career with Columbia Sportswear began in 1971 when he joined his mother, Gert Boyle, to help run the family-owned business after his father's sudden death. Under his leadership, the company transformed from a small, struggling regional business into a multi-billion dollar global enterprise. He has spent his entire business career growing Columbia Sportswear. He previously served on the board of directors of Northwest Natural Holding Company and Craft Brew Alliance, Inc.

Jim A. Swanson, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Jim A. Swanson was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in November 2020, having joined Columbia Sportswear in 2003. Prior to his current role, he held various finance positions of increasing responsibility, including Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Vice President of Finance, Director of Strategic and Financial Planning, Finance Manager, and Global Senior Financial Analyst. Before joining Columbia Sportswear, Mr. Swanson served in financial planning and analysis, tax, and accounting roles at Freightliner Corporation, Tality Corporation (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cadence Design Systems), and as a senior tax and business advisory associate at Arthur Andersen.

Peter J. Bragdon, President

Peter J. Bragdon was appointed President of Columbia Sportswear Company in November 2025. He joined the company in 1999 as Senior Counsel and Director of Intellectual Property and has held various leadership positions, including Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel, and Secretary. In his role as President, he oversees all of the company's international businesses, as well as the Mountain Hardwear, prAna, and SOREL brands. From January 2003 through June 2004, Mr. Bragdon served as Chief of Staff in the Oregon Governor's office.

Joseph P. Boyle, President, Columbia Brand

Joseph P. Boyle was appointed President, Columbia Brand in November 2025. He is a fourth-generation member of the founding Boyle family and the son of Chairman and CEO Timothy P. Boyle. Mr. Boyle joined Columbia Sportswear in 2005 and has served in a variety of leadership capacities, including brand management, sales, planning, merchandising, and design. Before joining Columbia, he worked in a business development role for Robert Trent Jones II Golf Course Architects from 2003 to 2005.

Lisa A. Kulok, Chief Operating Officer

Lisa A. Kulok was appointed Chief Operating Officer in January 2026. Prior to this, she served as Executive Vice President, Chief Supply Chain Officer, a role she assumed in November 2020. Ms. Kulok joined Columbia Sportswear in 2008 as Senior Director of Global Planning. From 1987 to 2007, she held various leadership positions at NIKE, Inc., including USA Apparel Marketplace Planning Director and Director of Regional Planning.

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The key risks to Columbia Sportswear (COLM) primarily revolve around intense market competition, significant supply chain vulnerabilities, and the inherent seasonality of its business coupled with macroeconomic pressures.

1. Intense Competition and Evolving Consumer Preferences

Columbia Sportswear operates within a highly dynamic and competitive outdoor and active lifestyle apparel and footwear market. The company faces stiff competition from industry giants such as Nike, Adidas, Lululemon Athletica, Under Armour, and VF Corporation (which includes brands like The North Face and Timberland), as well as specialized niche brands. The industry is characterized by constantly evolving consumer tastes, with a growing demand for sustainable products and a shift towards direct-to-consumer sales, which necessitates continuous investment in brand building, product development, and marketing. Columbia Sportswear's efforts to attract younger consumers and refresh its brand image indicate the critical need to adapt to these changing preferences to maintain market share and profitability. Some of its brands, like Sorel, prAna, and Mountain Hardwear, have experienced sales declines in this competitive environment.

2. Supply Chain Vulnerabilities

Columbia Sportswear's global supply chain is exposed to multiple risks, including the impacts of climate change and geopolitical factors like tariffs. Climate change, with its potential for intensifying natural disasters and higher average temperatures, poses a risk to manufacturing productivity, which could lead to reductions in production and profitability. The company's reliance on manufacturing in various countries, notably Vietnam and China, makes it susceptible to political risks, import limitations, fluctuations in raw material costs, labor availability, and transportation expenses. Tariffs, particularly in the U.S., have significantly increased input costs, impacted gross margins, and led to cautious inventory ordering from retailers. Furthermore, the concentration of footwear production among a limited number of manufacturers enhances the bargaining power of these suppliers. There are also ongoing challenges related to identifying and addressing risks of forced labor and child labor within its supply chain.

3. Seasonality of Business and Macroeconomic Headwinds

A substantial portion of Columbia Sportswear's sales is concentrated in the third and fourth quarters, making its business inherently seasonal and vulnerable to unpredictable weather conditions and shifts in consumer shopping patterns. Beyond seasonality, the company is highly dependent on consumer discretionary spending, which can be negatively impacted by volatile economic conditions such as inflation, rising interest rates, and fears of recession. These macroeconomic headwinds have contributed to subdued consumer demand and cautious retailer behavior, particularly in the U.S. market, leading to challenges and even sales declines in certain periods.

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Columbia Sportswear Company operates in several significant addressable markets related to outdoor, active, and everyday lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment.

Addressable Markets:

  • Global Outdoor Apparel Market: The global outdoor apparel market was valued at approximately USD 16.57 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 26.6 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2026 to 2033. Another source estimated the global outdoor apparel market size at USD 18.66 billion in 2025, projected to grow to USD 30.46 billion by 2034. North America held the largest share of the outdoor apparel market in 2021.
  • U.S. Outdoor Apparel Market: The U.S. outdoor apparel market is poised for sustainable growth.
  • Global Activewear Market: The global activewear market was estimated at USD 404 billion in 2024. It is projected to grow from USD 430.3 billion in 2025 to USD 786.6 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 6.9%. Another report valued the global activewear market at USD 434.7 billion in 2025, with a projection to reach USD 675.5 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.02%.
  • U.S. Activewear Market: The U.S. activewear market was valued at approximately USD 135.1 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 6.8% between 2025 and 2034. In 2024, the U.S. activewear market generated a revenue of USD 128.51 billion and is expected to reach USD 198.58 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2025 to 2030. The U.S. accounted for 31.6% of the global activewear market in 2024.
  • Global Outdoor Footwear Market: The global outdoor shoes market is estimated to be valued at approximately USD 30 billion annually. Another report indicates the global outdoor footwear market size was USD 18.67 billion in 2025, with a projected CAGR of 6.8% from 2025 to 2033. The global outdoor shoes market size was recorded at USD 15.47 billion by the end of 2025, projected to reach USD 23.29 billion by 2033.
  • U.S. Outdoor Footwear Market: Retail sales revenue for outdoor footwear in the U.S. totaled USD 5.15 billion in 2025.
  • Global Sports Equipment Market: The global sports equipment market size was valued at USD 388.22 billion in 2024. It is projected to reach USD 695.93 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2025 to 2033. Another source states the global sports equipment market size was valued at USD 448.18 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 978.24 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 9.06%.
  • U.S. Sports Equipment Market: The U.S. sports equipment market generated a revenue of USD 107.93 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 208.34 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 8.9% from 2026 to 2033. The U.S. accounted for 26.3% of the global sports equipment market in 2025.

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Columbia Sportswear (COLM) is strategically focused on several key drivers to fuel its revenue growth over the next 2-3 years, primarily under its "ACCELERATE" growth strategy. Here are the expected drivers of future revenue growth: * International Market Expansion: Columbia Sportswear is prioritizing significant growth in international markets, particularly the Latin America, Asia Pacific (LAAP) and Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) regions. These regions have demonstrated robust growth, with LAAP seeing double-digit percentage growth and EMEA experiencing high-single-digit constant currency growth in Q1 2025. This international momentum is expected to continue to offset headwinds in the U.S. market. * Product Innovation and Elevation: The company plans to drive revenue through the creation of new and differentiated products, including expanding its premium Titanium product line and introducing new collections such as the Amaze Puff insulated jacket and Rock Pant for Fall 2025. Enhancements to the Omni-MAX footwear collection are also planned, all aimed at offering functional and innovative gear. * Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) and Omni-channel Enhancement: Columbia Sportswear is investing in a digitally-led, omni-channel global distribution network. This involves optimizing its e-commerce platform, Columbia.com, for a seamless online shopping experience, and strategically opening a limited number of branded stores in high-traffic North American malls to showcase its brand identity and enhance consumer experiences. * Targeting a Younger, More Active Consumer Base and Brand Revitalization: The "ACCELERATE" strategy is designed to elevate the Columbia brand and attract a younger, more active demographic. This includes refining the company's segmentation framework to better identify growth opportunities within this target group, supported by a refreshed creative strategy and increased marketing investments (to 6.5% of sales in 2025, up from 5.9% in 2024). * Strategic Partnerships and Enhanced Marketplace Presence: Columbia is committed to collaborating with its strategic retail partners to enhance in-store presentations and reinforce brand messaging. This focus on elevating the physical retail experience alongside digital efforts is part of the broader strategy to amplify marketplace excellence and attract new customers.

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Share Repurchases

  • In the 12 months ended December 31, 2025, Columbia Sportswear repurchased common stock for a total of $201.1 million.
  • As of December 31, 2025, $426.5 million remained available under its stock repurchase authorization.
  • In 2024, the company repurchased common stock for an aggregate of $317.8 million, with $627.6 million remaining available under authorization at year-end.

Share Issuance

  • Columbia Sportswear's shares outstanding decreased from 65.22 million in 2021 to 53.68 million in 2025, indicating net share repurchases rather than issuances over this period.

Outbound Investments

  • Columbia Sportswear has not completed any acquisitions over the last five years (2020–2025).

Capital Expenditures

  • Capital expenditures totaled $66.2 million for the 12 months ended December 31, 2025, increasing from $59.8 million in 2024 and $54.6 million in 2023.
  • For 2026, capital expenditures are planned to be in the range of $65 million to $75 million, which is roughly in-line with the run rate of the past several years.
  • The primary focus for capital expenditures includes significant investments in commerce platforms to improve global retail platforms and information technology systems, supporting the growth of the Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) segment.

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Peer Comparisons

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Financials

COLMVFCDECKGOOSLULUNKEMedian
NameColumbia.VF Deckers .Canada G.Lululemo.Nike  
Mkt Price57.7618.80107.8111.47160.6044.2050.98
Mkt Cap3.17.315.51.118.865.411.4
Rev LTM3,3979,5835,3751,46011,10346,5237,479
Op Inc LTM2365111,280792,2112,807896
FCF LTM2173109291869221,048616
FCF 3Y Avg4106039851391,3834,185794
CFO LTM2834671,0132161,6021,694740
CFO 3Y Avg4707651,0741812,0574,870920

Growth & Margins

COLMVFCDECKGOOSLULUNKEMedian
NameColumbia.VF Deckers .Canada G.Lululemo.Nike  
Rev Chg LTM0.9%-0.3%9.2%10.4%4.9%-2.7%2.9%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-0.6%-6.2%14.7%8.4%11.2%-2.7%3.9%
Rev Chg Q-2.4%1.5%7.1%14.2%0.8%0.1%1.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM-0.8%0.4%2.5%6.3%0.3%0.0%0.4%
Op Mgn LTM6.9%5.3%23.8%5.4%19.9%6.0%6.5%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg8.2%4.8%22.9%8.3%22.2%9.3%8.8%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-0.5%0.4%0.3%-0.6%-2.1%-0.5%-0.5%
CFO/Rev LTM8.3%4.9%18.8%14.8%14.4%3.6%11.4%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg13.7%7.8%22.7%13.3%19.9%9.9%13.5%
FCF/Rev LTM6.4%3.2%17.3%12.7%8.3%2.3%7.3%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg12.0%6.1%20.8%10.1%13.5%8.5%11.0%

Valuation

COLMVFCDECKGOOSLULUNKEMedian
NameColumbia.VF Deckers .Canada G.Lululemo.Nike  
Mkt Cap3.17.315.51.118.865.411.4
P/S0.90.82.90.81.71.41.2
P/EBIT13.113.111.514.38.523.313.1
P/E17.532.914.951.811.929.123.3
P/CFO11.015.715.35.211.738.613.5
Total Yield7.8%5.0%6.7%1.9%8.4%3.4%5.8%
Dividend Yield2.1%1.9%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg9.5%8.1%5.1%12.7%3.2%3.8%6.6%
D/E0.20.70.00.70.10.20.2
Net D/E-0.10.5-0.10.4-0.00.00.0

Returns

COLMVFCDECKGOOSLULUNKEMedian
NameColumbia.VF Deckers .Canada G.Lululemo.Nike  
1M Rtn4.5%17.8%7.0%6.6%1.8%-18.1%5.6%
3M Rtn4.9%-3.8%6.0%-15.0%-24.2%-32.9%-9.4%
6M Rtn13.6%31.2%8.6%-15.0%-5.0%-33.8%1.8%
12M Rtn-12.6%70.7%0.6%46.7%-38.2%-18.2%-6.0%
3Y Rtn-30.8%-8.9%38.5%-38.0%-56.4%-62.9%-34.4%
1M Excs Rtn-0.5%12.7%1.9%1.5%-3.3%-23.2%0.5%
3M Excs Rtn6.9%-4.0%6.0%-13.9%-23.0%-32.1%-8.9%
6M Excs Rtn13.0%36.6%7.1%-17.3%-10.5%-37.7%-1.7%
12M Excs Rtn-42.4%35.9%-33.9%20.1%-69.7%-49.0%-38.1%
3Y Excs Rtn-100.9%-73.8%-24.8%-106.8%-125.6%-130.8%-103.9%

Comparison Analyses

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Apparel, Accessories and Equipment2,6872,6772,6612,3891,868
Footwear681811803737634
Total3,3693,4873,4643,1262,502


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$57.76 
Market Cap ($ Bil)3.1 
First Trading Date03/27/1998 
Distance from 52W High-15.2% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$58.35$55.31
DMA Trenddownup
Distance from DMA-1.0%4.4%
 3M1YR
Volatility42.7%39.2%
Downside Capture0.050.60
Upside Capture50.4470.42
Correlation (SPY)20.1%35.6%
COLM Betas & Captures as of 3/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.140.540.700.851.090.85
Up Beta1.161.001.020.831.180.99
Down Beta0.381.511.481.151.040.83
Up Capture-105%25%32%83%69%30%
Bmk +ve Days7162765139424
Stock +ve Days7172857113374
Down Capture64%6%27%66%118%98%
Bmk -ve Days12233358110323
Stock -ve Days15253569139373

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with COLM
COLM-10.2%39.1%-0.19-
Sector ETF (XLY)24.8%19.4%1.0243.7%
Equity (SPY)24.2%12.9%1.4936.1%
Gold (GLD)53.4%27.6%1.55-4.5%
Commodities (DBC)26.8%16.2%1.472.4%
Real Estate (VNQ)18.7%13.8%1.0039.4%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-6.8%42.9%-0.0519.2%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with COLM
COLM-10.1%31.4%-0.29-
Sector ETF (XLY)6.9%23.7%0.2555.7%
Equity (SPY)11.1%17.0%0.5053.5%
Gold (GLD)22.5%17.8%1.033.3%
Commodities (DBC)11.7%18.8%0.5112.1%
Real Estate (VNQ)3.9%18.8%0.1148.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)5.8%56.5%0.3220.3%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with COLM
COLM1.0%32.5%0.11-
Sector ETF (XLY)12.7%22.0%0.5357.0%
Equity (SPY)14.0%17.9%0.6754.8%
Gold (GLD)14.3%15.9%0.75-0.9%
Commodities (DBC)8.8%17.6%0.4218.1%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.4%20.7%0.2349.5%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)67.7%66.9%1.0713.8%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date3312026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity3.4 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 315202616.3%
Average Daily Volume0.7 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest4.8 days
Basic Shares Quantity53.7 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares6.3%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
2/3/202614.4%8.7%5.2%
10/30/2025-3.6%-1.4%6.7%
7/31/2025-12.9%-9.9%-1.0%
5/1/2025-4.2%8.0%-1.1%
2/4/2025-5.7%-8.8%-2.4%
10/30/20245.6%9.9%14.9%
7/25/2024-1.1%2.4%8.9%
4/25/20241.3%3.2%6.7%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive91112
# Negative151312
Median Positive4.7%7.8%7.1%
Median Negative-4.2%-7.2%-5.8%
Max Positive15.1%9.9%17.9%
Max Negative-22.5%-16.9%-14.9%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
12/31/202502/25/202610-K
09/30/202511/06/202510-Q
06/30/202508/07/202510-Q
03/31/202505/08/202510-Q
12/31/202402/27/202510-K
09/30/202411/07/202410-Q
06/30/202408/01/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/26/202410-K
09/30/202311/02/202310-Q
06/30/202308/08/202310-Q
03/31/202305/04/202310-Q
12/31/202202/23/202310-K
09/30/202211/03/202210-Q
06/30/202208/04/202210-Q
03/31/202205/05/202210-Q

Recent Forward Guidance [BETA]

Latest: Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 2/3/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
Q1 2026 Revenue747.00 Mil753.00 Mil759.00 Mil-26.5% Lower NewActual: 1.02 Bil for Q4 2025
Q1 2026 Operating Margin2.1%2.5%2.9%-69.3%-5.6%Lower NewActual: 8.15% for Q4 2025
Q1 2026 EPS0.290.330.37-72.3% Lower NewActual: 1.19 for Q4 2025
2026 Revenue3.43 Bil3.46 Bil3.50 Bil3.4% Higher NewActual: 3.35 Bil for 2025
2026 Revenue Growth1.0%2.0%3.0%   
2026 Operating Income211.00 Mil227.00 Mil243.00 Mil30.5% Higher NewActual: 174.00 Mil for 2025
2026 Operating Margin6.2%6.55%6.9%   
2026 EPS3.23.423.6526.8% Higher NewActual: 2.7 for 2025
2026 Free Cash Flow300.00 Mil315.00 Mil330.00 Mil   
2026 Capital Expenditures65.00 Mil70.00 Mil75.00 Mil   

Prior: Q3 2025 Earnings Reported 10/30/2025

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
Q4 2025 Revenue1.01 Bil1.02 Bil1.04 Bil12.2% Higher NewActual: 913.00 Mil for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 Operating Margin7.2%8.15%9.1%-1.8%-0.2%Lower NewActual: 8.3% for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 EPS1.041.191.348.2% Higher NewActual: 1.1 for Q3 2025
2025 Revenue3.33 Bil3.35 Bil3.37 Bil-0.4% LoweredGuidance: 3.37 Bil for 2025
2025 Operating Income163.00 Mil174.00 Mil185.00 Mil   
2025 EPS2.552.72.85   

Insider Activity

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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Kulok, LisaEVP Chief Supply Chain OfficerDirectSell1201202554.625,262287,410315,267Form
2Bragdon, Peter JPresidentDirectBuy1114202554.4030016,3201,426,531Form
3Bragdon, Peter JEVP, CAO, Gen. CounselDirectBuy812202549.8730014,9611,246,052Form
4Babson, Stephen E DirectSell513202565.942,776183,0498,460,695Form
5Simmons, Sabrina DirectSell505202560.5096858,564419,386Form