Where Does RealReal Stock Rank Among Competitors?
With RealReal surging 38% in a Day, it makes sense to re-evaluate vs its peers. Consistently assessing alternatives is core to a sound investment approach. Here is how RealReal (REAL) stock stacks up against its peers in size, valuation, growth and margin.
- REAL’s operating margin of -6.7% is negative, lower vs its peer; HBI has 13.1%.
- REAL’s revenue growth of 12.7% in the last 12 months is strong, outpacing HBI.
- REAL gained 311.7% in the past year, outperforming its peer, and currently trades at a PE of -49.9
As a quick background, RealReal operates an online marketplace providing consigned luxury goods, including women’s, men’s, kids’ jewelry, and watches in the United States.
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| REAL | HBI | |
|---|---|---|
| Market Cap ($ Bil) | 1.8 | 2.3 |
| Revenue ($ Bil) | 0.6 | 3.5 |
| PE Ratio | -49.9 | 6.9 |
| LTM Revenue Growth | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| LTM Operating Margin | -6.7% | 13.1% |
| LTM FCF Margin | -4.6% | -0.2% |
| 12M Market Return | 311.7% | -18.7% |
Why does this matter? REAL just went up 52.1% in a month – peer comparison puts stock performance, valuation, and financials in context – highlighting whether it is truly outperforming, lagging behind, and above all – can this continue? Read Buy or Sell REAL Stock to see if RealReal holds up as a quality investment. Furthermore, there is always a risk of fall after a strong rally – see how the stock has dipped and recovered in the past through REAL Dip Buyer Analysis lens.
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Revenue Growth Comparison
| LTM | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REAL | 12.7% | 9.3% | -9.0% | 29.0% |
| HBI | 4.5% | -3.6% | -5.8% | -43.2% |
Operating Margin Comparison
| LTM | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REAL | -6.7% | -9.4% | -22.4% | -31.2% |
| HBI | 13.1% | 5.3% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
PE Ratio Comparison
| LTM | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REAL | -49.9 | -8.8 | -1.2 | -0.6 |
| HBI | 6.9 | -8.9 | -88.2 | -17.5 |
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