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RealReal (REAL)


Market Price (6/20/2026): $12.505 | Market Cap: $1.5 BilSector: Consumer Discretionary | Industry: Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods

RealReal (REAL)


Market Price (6/20/2026): $12.505
Market Cap: $1.5 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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Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include E-commerce & Digital Retail, Experience Economy & Premiumization, and Sustainable Consumption. Themes include Online Marketplaces, Show more.

Meaningful short interest
Short Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 14%

Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -13 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -1.9%

Expensive valuation multiples
P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 31x

Stock price has recently run up significantly
12M Rtn12 month market price return is 144%

Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -8.6%

Key risks
REAL key risks include [1] failures in its core authentication process that undermine brand trust and [2] persistent unprofitability driven by a high-cost business model.

0 Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%
1 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include E-commerce & Digital Retail, Experience Economy & Premiumization, and Sustainable Consumption. Themes include Online Marketplaces, Show more.
2 Meaningful short interest
Short Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 14%
3 Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -13 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -1.9%
4 Expensive valuation multiples
P/CFOPrice/(Cash Flow from Operations). CFO is cash before capital expenditures. is 31x
5 Stock price has recently run up significantly
12M Rtn12 month market price return is 144%
6 Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -8.6%
7 Key risks
REAL key risks include [1] failures in its core authentication process that undermine brand trust and [2] persistent unprofitability driven by a high-cost business model.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 6/18/2026

RealReal (REAL) stock has remained largely at the same level since 2/28/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Fiscal Q1 2026 performance and raised full-year guidance were met with subsequent market volatility. The RealReal exceeded analyst expectations for fiscal Q1 2026 (ended March 31, 2026), reporting revenue of $189.72 million against an expected $187.82 million and an adjusted EPS of -$0.01, significantly beating the -$0.03 estimate. Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) increased by 24% year-over-year to $606 million, and total revenue grew 19%. Adjusted EBITDA improved by $9 million to $13.1 million, achieving a 6.9% margin. Management subsequently raised its full-year 2026 guidance, projecting GMV between $2.42 billion and $2.47 billion, and adjusted EBITDA between $59 million and $67 million. Despite these positive financial results and improved outlook, the stock experienced considerable price swings immediately following the earnings release on May 7, 2026, including a notable daily decline, suggesting that some investors engaged in profit-taking or reacted to other underlying concerns.

2. Continued strategic investment in AI and operational efficiency balanced against competitive pressures. The company emphasized its ongoing expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to enhance operational efficiency, with initiatives such as "Athena intake" aiming to process approximately 50% of items by year-end and AI image-embedding for pricing being rolled out. These technological advancements are expected to improve margins and solidify RealReal's position in the luxury resale market. However, the market remains competitive, with "bears say" arguments highlighting increasing competition from other platforms, some of which do not rely on a pre-authenticated model, potentially impacting market share. The perceived benefits of these strategic investments, while positive for the long term, appear to be offset by the existing competitive landscape, leading to a largely sideways stock movement.

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Updated on 6/18/2026

RealReal (REAL) stock has remained largely at the same level since 2/28/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Fiscal Q1 2026 performance and raised full-year guidance were met with subsequent market volatility. The RealReal exceeded analyst expectations for fiscal Q1 2026 (ended March 31, 2026), reporting revenue of $189.72 million against an expected $187.82 million and an adjusted EPS of -$0.01, significantly beating the -$0.03 estimate. Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) increased by 24% year-over-year to $606 million, and total revenue grew 19%. Adjusted EBITDA improved by $9 million to $13.1 million, achieving a 6.9% margin. Management subsequently raised its full-year 2026 guidance, projecting GMV between $2.42 billion and $2.47 billion, and adjusted EBITDA between $59 million and $67 million. Despite these positive financial results and improved outlook, the stock experienced considerable price swings immediately following the earnings release on May 7, 2026, including a notable daily decline, suggesting that some investors engaged in profit-taking or reacted to other underlying concerns.

2. Continued strategic investment in AI and operational efficiency balanced against competitive pressures. The company emphasized its ongoing expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to enhance operational efficiency, with initiatives such as "Athena intake" aiming to process approximately 50% of items by year-end and AI image-embedding for pricing being rolled out. These technological advancements are expected to improve margins and solidify RealReal's position in the luxury resale market. However, the market remains competitive, with "bears say" arguments highlighting increasing competition from other platforms, some of which do not rely on a pre-authenticated model, potentially impacting market share. The perceived benefits of these strategic investments, while positive for the long term, appear to be offset by the existing competitive landscape, leading to a largely sideways stock movement.

3. Mixed analyst sentiment and price target adjustments despite overall positive ratings. As of June 2026, analysts generally hold a "Buy" or "Strong Buy" consensus rating for The RealReal. However, there have been some adjustments to price targets within the specified period. For example, while BTIG reiterated a $17 price target on June 3, 2026, UBS adjusted its price target downwards from $16 to $14 on May 8, 2026, even after the strong fiscal Q1 2026 results. This divergence in analyst price targets, despite a largely positive sentiment, indicates a lack of overwhelming conviction for a significant upward re-rating, contributing to the stock remaining within a relatively stable trading range. Forecasts for the company's breakeven date have also shifted, moving forward to 2026 with a projected profit of $29.8 million.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 1.5% change in REAL stock from 2/28/2026 to 6/19/2026 was primarily driven by a 4.3% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).
(LTM values as of)22820266192026Change
Stock Price ($)12.2612.451.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)6937234.3%
P/S Multiple2.12.1-1.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)118120-1.2%
Cumulative Contribution1.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2026 to 6/19/2026
ReturnCorrelation
REAL1.5% 
Market (SPY)9.2%53.4%
Sector (XLY)0.5%53.7%

Fundamental Drivers

The -14.0% change in REAL stock from 11/30/2025 to 6/19/2026 was primarily driven by a -18.7% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)113020256192026Change
Stock Price ($)14.4812.45-14.0%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)6637239.0%
P/S Multiple2.52.1-18.7%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)116120-3.0%
Cumulative Contribution-14.0%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

11/30/2025 to 6/19/2026
ReturnCorrelation
REAL-14.0% 
Market (SPY)9.9%52.8%
Sector (XLY)-0.5%51.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The 120.4% change in REAL stock from 5/31/2025 to 6/19/2026 was primarily driven by a 100.7% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120256192026Change
Stock Price ($)5.6512.45120.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)61772317.2%
P/S Multiple1.02.1100.7%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)112120-6.3%
Cumulative Contribution120.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2025 to 6/19/2026
ReturnCorrelation
REAL120.4% 
Market (SPY)28.1%45.3%
Sector (XLY)10.5%41.0%

Fundamental Drivers

The 876.5% change in REAL stock from 5/31/2023 to 6/19/2026 was primarily driven by a 870.9% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120236192026Change
Stock Price ($)1.2712.45876.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)59972320.7%
P/S Multiple0.22.1870.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)100120-16.7%
Cumulative Contribution876.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2023 to 6/19/2026
ReturnCorrelation
REAL876.5% 
Market (SPY)85.7%37.0%
Sector (XLY)58.4%37.2%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
REAL Return-41%-89%61%444%44%-28%-42%
Peers Return7%-63%7%19%84%-4%-11%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%8%98%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
REAL Win Rate50%8%42%50%58%33% 
Peers Win Rate50%28%50%43%60%50% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
REAL Max Drawdown-65%-91%-55%-50%-56%-52% 
Peers Max Drawdown-45%-72%-50%-44%-40%-38% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: EBAY, ETSY, TDUP, RVLV, SFIX.
[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 6/18/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventREALS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-38.0%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven61.3%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven132 days79 days
2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind
  % Loss-28.3%-7.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven39.5%8.5%
  Time to Breakeven62 days18 days
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-48.6%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven94.5%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven127 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-36.0%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven56.3%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven35 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-89.9%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven888.4%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven1098 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-64.8%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven184.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven140 days140 days

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In The Past

RealReal's stock fell -38.0% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 61.3% gain to breakeven.

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EventREALS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-38.0%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven61.3%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven132 days79 days
2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind
  % Loss-28.3%-7.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven39.5%8.5%
  Time to Breakeven62 days18 days
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-48.6%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven94.5%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven127 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-36.0%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven56.3%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven35 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-89.9%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven888.4%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven1098 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-64.8%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven184.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven140 days140 days

Compare to EBAY, ETSY, TDUP, RVLV, SFIX

In The Past

RealReal's stock fell -38.0% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 61.3% gain to breakeven.

Preserve Wealth

Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

Asset Allocation

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About RealReal (REAL)

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The RealReal, Inc. (REAL) operates a prominent online marketplace specializing in the consignment and resale of authenticated luxury goods. The company serves as a vital platform connecting individuals looking to sell their pre-owned high-end items with buyers seeking authenticated luxury products, effectively participating in the growing circular economy for luxury fashion and lifestyle.

Its extensive product offerings span a wide array of categories, including women's, men's, and children's apparel, accessories, jewelry, watches, and home and art products. A key service provided by The RealReal is the rigorous authentication of all items listed on its platform, ensuring authenticity and building buyer confidence in the secondary market. The company primarily targets affluent consumers and luxury enthusiasts across the United States who are interested in either selling their luxury possessions or purchasing authenticated pre-owned luxury items.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies for RealReal:

  • eBay for authenticated luxury goods.

  • Poshmark for designer luxury.

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The RealReal (REAL) provides the following major services and product categories:

  • Online Luxury Consignment Marketplace: Provides a platform for buying and selling authenticated, pre-owned luxury goods.
  • Luxury Apparel: Offers a wide selection of women's, men's, and kids' designer clothing, shoes, and accessories.
  • Luxury Jewelry and Watches: Features a curated collection of high-end jewelry and authenticated luxury timepieces.
  • Luxury Home and Art: Includes a diverse range of designer home decor, furniture, and fine art.

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The RealReal, Inc. primarily sells to individual consumers through its online marketplace. The company serves various categories of customers:

1. Value-Oriented Luxury Buyers: This category includes consumers who desire luxury brands and products but are looking for more accessible price points than buying new at retail. They are often savvy shoppers seeking discounts, deals, or items that have retained their value well.

2. Sustainability-Focused Consumers: As a prominent player in the circular economy, The RealReal attracts buyers who are conscious about their environmental impact. These customers prefer to purchase pre-owned items to reduce waste, extend the lifecycle of luxury goods, and promote sustainable consumption practices.

3. Fashion Enthusiasts and Collectors: This group comprises individuals actively seeking unique, vintage, rare, or hard-to-find luxury pieces that may no longer be available through traditional retail channels. They use The RealReal to discover distinctive items that enhance their personal style or add to their collections of designer apparel, accessories, jewelry, or art.

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John Koryl Chief Executive Officer

John Koryl became the Chief Executive Officer of The RealReal in February 2023. He has a robust background in e-commerce and digital strategy, having held significant leadership roles at other companies. Prior to joining The RealReal, Koryl served as President of Digital at Canadian Tire Corporation, where he was responsible for transforming their digital experiences. He also modernized Neiman Marcus' omnichannel experience as President of Stores and Online and President of Neiman Marcus Direct. Koryl has also served on the Board of Directors for Guitar Center and Petco.

Ajay Gopal Chief Financial Officer

Ajay Gopal has served as the Chief Financial Officer of The RealReal since March 2024. Before joining The RealReal, Gopal was the Chief Financial Officer at Outside Interactive, Inc., where he led the finance organization. He has extensive experience in finance leadership, having also served as CFO for Good Eggs, Helix, and StubHub. His career also includes senior leadership positions at eBay and GE Healthcare.

Rati Sahi Levesque President and Chief Operating Officer

Rati Sahi Levesque is the President and Chief Operating Officer of The RealReal. She is a co-founder of the company, joining founder Julie Wainwright in 2011 as the company's first employee. Levesque is responsible for overseeing all of the company's revenue channels, operations, authentication center, retail footprints, and its merchandising, editorial, and creative vision. Prior to co-founding The RealReal, she owned and operated Anica Boutique, a fashion-forward store in San Francisco that also had a significant online presence with e-commerce sales comprising 50% of its business. She combined her experience in consignment and e-commerce when she joined The RealReal.

Todd Suko Chief Legal Officer and Secretary

Todd Suko has served as The RealReal's Chief Legal Officer and Secretary since May 2020, and as Interim Chief People Officer since August 2025. Before joining The RealReal, Suko was the Chief Financial and Legal Officer at OneMarket Limited. He also spent nearly a decade at Harman International Industries, Inc. as Executive Vice President and General Counsel, overseeing all legal affairs. Earlier in his career, he served as Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary at UAP Holding Corp., where he also oversaw environmental health and safety and transportation functions.

Luke Friang Technology and Product Officer

Luke Friang has served as The RealReal's Technology and Product Officer since January 2023. He previously served as the Head of Tech & Digital at Lovevery. Friang was also an original member of Zulily's executive team, where he held the position of Chief Technology and Product Officer. During his tenure at Zulily, he played a key role in helping the company achieve $1 billion in annualized revenue in less than five years and led the technology organization through a period of massive scale, including a successful IPO and subsequent acquisition by Qurate Retail Group.

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The RealReal, Inc. (REAL), an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods, faces several key business risks.

Key Risks for The RealReal (REAL):

  1. History of Losses and Path to Profitability: The RealReal has a documented history of net losses and an ongoing challenge to achieve sustained profitability. While the company has shown improvements in reducing net losses and achieving positive adjusted EBITDA in 2025, it still reported a net loss of $41.8 million in 2025, with an accumulated deficit of $1,295.6 million. The path to consistent GAAP net profitability remains a significant and potentially expensive endeavor, requiring the company to effectively manage operational costs and leverage its high gross margins.
  2. Authentication Challenges and Counterfeit Risks: The core of The RealReal's business model and its ability to maintain consumer trust rests on its rigorous authentication process for luxury goods. However, the company has faced instances where counterfeit items were sold on its platform, leading to lawsuits and questioning the efficacy of its authentication. The broader luxury resale market is highly susceptible to counterfeit products, and any failure to guarantee 100% authenticity can severely damage brand reputation, erode customer trust, and expose the company to legal and financial liabilities.
  3. Intense Competition and Economic Sensitivity: The luxury resale market is characterized by intense competition from a growing number of online and offline players. The RealReal must continuously innovate and differentiate its services to maintain its market position against established retailers and emerging platforms. Furthermore, as a provider of discretionary luxury goods, the company's financial performance is sensitive to economic conditions. Economic downturns, recessions, or shifts in consumer spending patterns can directly impact demand for luxury items, adversely affecting The RealReal's revenue and growth prospects.

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  • Luxury brands increasingly launching their own direct resale or certified pre-owned programs. This trend diverts high-value inventory directly from sellers to brands, diminishing RealReal's supply pipeline and its unique position as an authenticated third-party marketplace.
  • Consolidation among direct competitors, often backed by major luxury conglomerates. For example, Vestiaire Collective, which has investment from Kering, acquiring Tradesy. This creates larger, better-resourced rivals with potentially stronger industry ties, increasing competitive pressure on RealReal for inventory and market share.
  • AI Analysis | Feedback

    The addressable market for The RealReal's main products and services, primarily consigned luxury goods, falls within the broader luxury resale market. The global luxury resale market was valued at approximately USD 39.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach around USD 95.2 billion by 2034, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.2% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2034. Other estimates place the global market size at USD 63.19 billion in 2024, projected to grow to approximately USD 167.66 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 10.25% from 2025 to 2034. Another source estimates the global market at USD 34063.92 Million in 2026, expected to reach USD 79907.36 Million by 2035. Specifically for the U.S. market, which is a significant region for The RealReal, the luxury resale market was valued at USD 8.65 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 13.04 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 7.08%. Another report valued the United States secondhand luxury goods market at USD 8,714.44 Million in 2025 and projects it to reach USD 16,240.23 Million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 7.16% from 2026-2034.

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    The RealReal (NASDAQ: REAL) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several key initiatives:
    1. Growth in Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) from an expanding base of active buyers and consignors, with a particular focus on high-value categories. The company aims to increase its customer base and transaction volume, leveraging a "buyer-to-consignor flywheel" that reduces acquisition costs. This growth is further supported by an emphasis on categories such as fine jewelry and watches, which typically carry higher average selling prices. The RealReal reported surpassing $2 billion in GMV for 2025, demonstrating strong growth trajectory.
    2. Enhanced operational efficiency and scalability through the continued deployment of AI and automation tools. Initiatives like the AI-enabled Athena intake system and Smart Sales are crucial for improving operational efficiency, sales team productivity, and speeding up the intake-to-listing cycle times. These technological advancements enable the company to process a larger volume of items more efficiently, thereby supporting increased revenue generation and improving margins.
    3. Strategic expansion and optimization of its physical retail footprint and multi-channel experience. The RealReal continues to leverage its network of retail stores and Luxury Consignment Offices, which serve as important touchpoints for acquiring inventory from consignors and offering a browsing and shopping experience for buyers. Expanding and optimizing these physical locations contributes to broader market reach and a seamless multi-channel experience, reinforcing the company's supply acquisition and sales channels.
    4. Capitalizing on the overall growth of the luxury resale market and a fundamental shift in consumer preferences towards circular fashion. The RealReal is positioned as a leader in the authenticated luxury resale market, benefiting from increasing consumer awareness and preference for sustainable consumption. A significant percentage of consumers now consider resale value when purchasing new luxury items, providing a strong macro-level tailwind for the company's business model.

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    Capital Allocation Decisions (2021-2025) for The RealReal, Inc. (REAL)

    Share Repurchases

    No significant share repurchase programs or activities were identified during the 2021-2025 period based on available information.

    Share Issuance

    • In February 2024, The RealReal completed debt exchange transactions, converting approximately $145.8 million of its 3.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2025 and $6.5 million of its 1.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2028 into $135.0 million of new 4.25%/8.75% PIK/Cash Senior Secured Notes due 2029 and warrants to purchase up to 7,894,737 shares of common stock.
    • In June 2025, the company paid off the remaining $26.75 million in aggregate principal amount of its 3% Convertible Senior Notes due 2025.
    • In August 2025, the company further reduced its total indebtedness by over $6 million through strategic debt exchange transactions, converting approximately $49.5 million of its 1.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2028 for additional 4.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2031.

    Inbound Investments

    No significant large inbound investments by third-parties, such as strategic partners or private equity firms, were explicitly disclosed in the provided information for the 2021-2025 period.

    Outbound Investments

    No instances of The RealReal making strategic investments in other companies or acquisitions were identified in the provided information for the 2021-2025 period.

    Capital Expenditures

    • The RealReal reported capital expenditures of approximately $15.9 million in 2021 (comprising $11.7 million in purchases of property and equipment and $4.2 million in capitalized proprietary software development costs) and approximately $8.4 million in 2022 ($5.1 million in purchases of property and equipment and $3.3 million in capitalized proprietary software development costs).
    • Capital expenditures were approximately $42.1 million in 2023, $26.1 million in 2024, and $31.5 million in 2025.
    • The company anticipates capital expenditures on property, plant, and equipment to be between 2% and 3% of total revenue for the full year 2026, primarily focusing on investments in its technology platform, logistics infrastructure, and automation, including the build-out of authentication centers and new retail stores.

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    Financials

    REALEBAYETSYTDUPRVLVSFIXMedian
    NameRealReal eBay Etsy ThredUp Revolve Stitch F. 
    Mkt Price12.45108.2473.956.0121.794.0317.12
    Mkt Cap1.548.57.10.81.60.51.5
    Rev LTM72311,6042,8643211,2721,3351,303
    Op Inc LTM-132,272408-2375-2931
    FCF LTM141,687673-3491834
    FCF 3Y Avg-261,849679-6351927
    CFO LTM492,17372510643756
    CFO 3Y Avg52,3097265433539

    Growth & Margins

    REALEBAYETSYTDUPRVLVSFIXMedian
    NameRealReal eBay Etsy ThredUp Revolve Stitch F. 
    Rev Chg LTM17.2%12.5%3.2%20.4%10.0%4.7%11.3%
    Rev Chg 3Y Avg7.0%5.8%2.9%4.4%5.2%-6.5%4.8%
    Rev Chg Q18.5%19.5%3.1%14.6%15.6%4.7%15.1%
    QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM4.3%4.5%0.7%3.3%3.8%1.2%3.6%
    Op Inc Chg LTM73.8%-1.1%-0.4%32.0%32.5%59.0%32.2%
    Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg55.6%1.3%3.3%35.6%53.9%47.7%41.6%
    Op Mgn LTM-1.9%19.6%14.3%-7.1%5.9%-2.1%2.0%
    Op Mgn 3Y Avg-9.1%20.6%13.8%-12.7%4.2%-5.3%-0.5%
    QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM1.6%-0.9%0.7%-0.1%-0.1%0.5%0.2%
    CFO/Rev LTM6.7%18.7%25.3%3.0%5.0%2.8%5.9%
    CFO/Rev 3Y Avg0.3%21.7%25.9%1.6%3.7%2.6%3.2%
    FCF/Rev LTM1.9%14.5%23.5%-1.0%3.9%1.4%2.9%
    FCF/Rev 3Y Avg-4.8%17.4%24.3%-2.1%3.0%1.4%2.2%

    Valuation

    REALEBAYETSYTDUPRVLVSFIXMedian
    NameRealReal eBay Etsy ThredUp Revolve Stitch F. 
    Mkt Cap1.548.57.10.81.60.51.5
    P/S2.14.22.52.41.20.42.2
    P/Op Inc-110.721.317.4-33.520.7-19.1-0.8
    P/EBIT-41.019.117.2-39.020.7-19.1-1.0
    P/E-22.823.825.0-35.724.2-28.50.5
    P/CFO30.622.39.879.424.514.723.4
    Total Yield-4.4%5.3%4.0%-2.8%4.1%-3.5%0.6%
    Dividend Yield0.0%1.1%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
    FCF Yield 3Y Avg-6.4%5.7%12.0%-2.3%2.2%5.2%3.7%
    D/E0.30.10.40.10.00.10.1
    Net D/E0.20.10.20.0-0.2-0.20.0

    Returns

    REALEBAYETSYTDUPRVLVSFIXMedian
    NameRealReal eBay Etsy ThredUp Revolve Stitch F. 
    1M Rtn31.9%-8.8%21.4%40.1%16.8%25.9%23.7%
    3M Rtn44.1%22.0%40.0%84.4%-1.4%26.7%33.3%
    6M Rtn-19.8%28.6%36.1%-19.7%-24.8%-22.8%-19.7%
    12M Rtn144.1%41.4%33.7%-28.5%4.4%5.5%19.6%
    3Y Rtn732.8%154.3%-23.1%132.9%36.7%8.0%84.8%
    1M Excs Rtn36.8%-7.0%26.4%46.4%16.5%29.7%28.0%
    3M Excs Rtn21.5%6.1%21.5%65.9%-18.2%8.2%14.9%
    6M Excs Rtn-24.8%23.0%27.3%-32.2%-32.8%-34.8%-28.5%
    12M Excs Rtn115.4%16.3%10.2%-50.3%-19.2%-21.2%-4.5%
    3Y Excs Rtn548.0%78.9%-92.0%61.3%-42.1%-87.2%9.6%

    Comparison Analyses

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    Financials

    Segment Financials

    Revenue by Segment
    $ Mil20252024202320222021
    Single Segment693600549  
    Consignment revenue   385302
    Direct revenue   159121
    Shipping services revenue   6045
    Total693600549603468


    Net Income by Segment
    $ Mil20252024
    Single Segment-42-134
    Total-42-134


    Price Behavior

    Price Behavior
    Market Price$12.45 
    Market Cap ($ Bil)1.5 
    First Trading Date06/28/2019 
    Distance from 52W High-26.3% 
       50 Days200 Days
    DMA Price$10.55$11.89
    DMA Trendupdown
    Distance from DMA18.0%4.7%
     3M1YR
    Volatility79.8%78.0%
    Downside Capture192.02269.57
    Upside Capture225.02302.87
    Correlation (SPY)53.0%44.6%
    REAL Betas & Captures as of 5/31/2026

     1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
    Beta0.692.442.782.682.862.20
    Up Beta1.904.494.684.133.271.61
    Down Beta3.983.131.461.802.081.63
    Up Capture-176%58%134%177%704%20873%
    Bmk +ve Days13283667141432
    Stock +ve Days8192555120368
    Down Capture186%127%284%239%189%114%
    Bmk -ve Days7132757109318
    Stock -ve Days12213768126364

    [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 REAL
    REAL141.7%77.9%1.45-
    Sector ETF (XLY)12.3%18.4%0.4940.9%
    Equity (SPY)26.5%12.4%1.6144.9%
    Gold (GLD)24.2%27.5%0.7717.8%
    Commodities (DBC)19.8%18.8%0.83-8.6%
    Real Estate (VNQ)11.0%13.7%0.5226.8%
    Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-40.0%42.5%-1.0824.5%

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    Based On 5-Year Data
    Annualized
    Return
    Annualized
    Volatility
    Sharpe
    Ratio
    Correlation
    with REAL
    REAL-9.4%97.4%0.33-
    Sector ETF (XLY)7.1%23.8%0.2650.2%
    Equity (SPY)13.5%17.1%0.6246.5%
    Gold (GLD)17.1%18.3%0.767.1%
    Commodities (DBC)7.5%19.4%0.298.1%
    Real Estate (VNQ)1.9%18.9%0.0037.1%
    Bitcoin (BTCUSD)11.0%54.2%0.4025.1%

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    Based On 10-Year Data
    Annualized
    Return
    Annualized
    Volatility
    Sharpe
    Ratio
    Correlation
    with REAL
    REAL-8.1%93.9%0.30-
    Sector ETF (XLY)12.6%22.1%0.5250.0%
    Equity (SPY)15.3%18.0%0.7346.0%
    Gold (GLD)12.3%16.1%0.635.2%
    Commodities (DBC)5.9%18.0%0.2611.1%
    Real Estate (VNQ)5.3%20.7%0.2237.8%
    Bitcoin (BTCUSD)60.0%66.8%1.0025.7%

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    Short Interest

    Short Interest: As Of Date5292026
    Short Interest: Shares Quantity17.3 Mil
    Short Interest: % Change Since 51520263.3%
    Average Daily Volume3.0 Mil
    Days-to-Cover Short Interest5.7 days
    Basic Shares Quantity119.5 Mil
    Short % of Basic Shares14.5%

    Earnings Returns History

    Updated 6/10/2026
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     Forward Returns
    Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
    5/7/2026-17.3%-24.6%-25.8%
    2/26/2026-1.0%-8.2%-30.8%
    11/10/202538.1%26.5%27.2%
    8/7/202516.2%42.8%49.4%
    5/8/2025-30.7%-27.7%-16.0%
    2/20/2025-18.8%-18.0%-21.7%
    11/4/202420.0%23.3%101.6%
    8/6/2024-23.2%-13.2%-26.5%
    ...
    SUMMARY STATS   
    # Positive121412
    # Negative131113
    Median Positive15.7%21.4%25.6%
    Median Negative-17.3%-18.0%-24.6%
    Max Positive55.9%120.3%119.8%
    Max Negative-30.7%-28.4%-30.8%
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     Forward Returns
    Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
    5/7/2026-17.3%-24.6%-25.8%
    2/26/2026-1.0%-8.2%-30.8%
    11/10/202538.1%26.5%27.2%
    8/7/202516.2%42.8%49.4%
    5/8/2025-30.7%-27.7%-16.0%
    2/20/2025-18.8%-18.0%-21.7%
    11/4/202420.0%23.3%101.6%
    8/6/2024-23.2%-13.2%-26.5%
    5/7/20247.9%13.8%0.3%
    2/29/202455.9%120.3%119.8%
    11/7/202324.2%36.6%41.6%
    8/8/202315.2%13.1%22.6%
    5/9/2023-7.2%-3.8%28.8%
    2/28/202310.4%21.5%-13.3%
    11/8/2022-4.5%60.0%24.1%
    8/9/20221.6%10.5%-29.8%
    5/10/2022-22.0%-15.9%-30.4%
    2/23/202211.3%17.6%16.0%
    1/5/20224.9%2.2%-24.6%
    11/8/202118.7%21.3%2.7%
    8/9/2021-18.0%-20.3%-26.9%
    5/10/2021-19.1%-28.4%-7.1%
    2/22/2021-13.2%-1.5%-21.1%
    11/9/2020-12.6%-19.6%-8.2%
    8/6/2020-0.7%11.9%1.2%
    SUMMARY STATS   
    # Positive121412
    # Negative131113
    Median Positive15.7%21.4%25.6%
    Median Negative-17.3%-18.0%-24.6%
    Max Positive55.9%120.3%119.8%
    Max Negative-30.7%-28.4%-30.8%

    SEC Filings

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    03/31/202605/07/202610-Q
    12/31/202502/26/202610-K
    09/30/202511/10/202510-Q
    06/30/202508/07/202510-Q
    03/31/202505/08/202510-Q
    12/31/202402/21/202510-K
    09/30/202411/04/202410-Q
    06/30/202408/06/202410-Q
    03/31/202405/07/202410-Q
    12/31/202303/01/202410-K
    09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
    06/30/202308/08/202310-Q
    03/31/202305/09/202310-Q
    12/31/202202/28/202310-K
    09/30/202211/08/202210-Q
    06/30/202208/09/202210-Q
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    03/31/202605/07/202610-Q
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    09/30/202511/10/202510-Q
    06/30/202508/07/202510-Q
    03/31/202505/08/202510-Q
    12/31/202402/21/202510-K
    09/30/202411/04/202410-Q
    06/30/202408/06/202410-Q
    03/31/202405/07/202410-Q
    12/31/202303/01/202410-K
    09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
    06/30/202308/08/202310-Q
    03/31/202305/09/202310-Q
    12/31/202202/28/202310-K
    09/30/202211/08/202210-Q
    06/30/202208/09/202210-Q
    03/31/202205/10/202210-Q
    12/31/202102/28/202210-K
    09/30/202111/08/202110-Q
    06/30/202108/09/202110-Q
    03/31/202105/10/202110-Q
    12/31/202003/01/202110-K
    09/30/202011/10/202010-Q
    06/30/202008/10/202010-Q
    03/31/202005/07/202010-Q
    12/31/201903/11/202010-K
    09/30/201911/05/201910-Q
    06/30/201908/14/201910-Q

    Insider Activity

    Updated 5/22/2026
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    #OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
    Value
    Value of
    Held Shares
    Form
    1Madan, Gopal AjayChief Financial OfficerDirectSell52220269.2535,023323,96310,593,822Form
    2Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell52220269.2512,077111,7121,752,588Form
    3Suko, Todd AChief Legal Officer and SecretDirectSell52220269.2517,353160,5155,599,894Form
    4Friang, Luke ThomasChief Product & Tech OfficerDirectSell52220269.2521,183195,9434,908,753Form
    5Sahi, Levesque RatiChief Executive OfficerDirectSell52220269.2581,194751,04414,626,803Form
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    #OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
    Value
    Value of
    Held Shares
    Form
    1Madan, Gopal AjayChief Financial OfficerDirectSell52220269.2535,023323,96310,593,822Form
    2Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell52220269.2512,077111,7121,752,588Form
    3Suko, Todd AChief Legal Officer and SecretDirectSell52220269.2517,353160,5155,599,894Form
    4Friang, Luke ThomasChief Product & Tech OfficerDirectSell52220269.2521,183195,9434,908,753Form
    5Sahi, Levesque RatiChief Executive OfficerDirectSell52220269.2581,194751,04414,626,803Form
    6Madan, Gopal AjayChief Financial OfficerDirectSell32020269.2951,585479,22510,955,762Form
    7Madan, Gopal AjayChief Financial OfficerDirectSell224202610.7231,381336,40412,056,902Form
    8Friang, Luke ThomasChief Product & Tech OfficerDirectSell224202610.7219,609210,2085,141,912Form
    9Suko, Todd AChief Legal Officer and SecretDirectSell224202610.7245,947492,5526,009,235Form
    10Sahi, Levesque RatiChief Executive OfficerDirectSell224202610.72121,3991,301,39715,895,391Form
    11Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell224202610.7216,962181,8331,824,930Form
    12Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell1209202514.4543,926634,7312,705,011Form
    13Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell1209202514.1917,874253,6723,280,170Form
    14Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell1209202514.455558,0213,598,768Form
    15Madan, Gopal AjayChief Financial OfficerDirectSell1128202514.7328,520420,01417,025,767Form
    16Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell1128202514.4659,789864,2503,607,289Form
    17Suko, Todd AChief Legal Officer and SecretDirectSell1128202514.1072,9331,028,6478,554,217Form
    18Madan, Gopal AjayChief Financial OfficerDirectSell1121202513.0630,196394,36015,471,033Form
    19Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell1121202513.0622,426292,8844,040,007Form
    20Friang, Luke ThomasChief Product & Tech OfficerDirectSell1121202513.0618,619243,1646,520,401Form
    21Sahi, Levesque RatiChief Executive OfficerDirectSell1121202513.0697,0361,267,29020,950,565Form
    22Suko, Todd AChief Legal Officer and SecretDirectSell1121202513.0631,611412,8408,873,526Form
    23Suko, Todd AChief Legal Officer and SecretDirectSell1120202514.0875,6931,065,68210,010,929Form
    24Baird, Gilbert L IiiGrey LionSell1119202513.217,686,442  Form
    25Lo, Steve MingChief Accounting OfficerDirectSell1114202514.2713,542193,2444,734,329Form
    26Sahi, Levesque RatiChief Executive OfficerDirectSell81820257.94260,1712,065,41414,313,789Form
    27Sahi, Levesque RatiChief Executive OfficerDirectSell81820257.78151,1191,175,62716,050,736Form
    28Lynch, Chatelle AileenChief People OfficerDirectSell81420257.4651,455383,6954,575,382Form
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