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Vera Bradley (VRA)
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Vera Bradley (VRA) Price & Analysis

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VRA Stock Chart & Stats

$2.88
-$0.15(-3.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$2.88
-$0.15(-3.90%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating and free cash flow provides a durable liquidity buffer to fund working capital, inventory reshaping, and modest store/marketing initiatives. This cash-generation trend supports operational execution even while GAAP earnings remain negative, improving runway for strategic recovery.
Gross Margin Expansion & Cost DisciplineMeaningful gross-margin improvement driven by favorable mix and lower freight/duties, coupled with material SG&A cuts, signals structural operating-leverage gains. If sustained, these margin and cost efficiencies materially improve cash conversion and make a durable path toward profitability more realistic over several quarters.
Inventory Discipline & Direct-Channel MomentumLeanest inventory levels since 2011 reduce working-capital drag and markdown risk, while stronger direct-channel comps show improving product-market fit. Together these trends support steadier gross margins, fewer clearance losses, and more predictable fulfillment economics over the next several quarters.
Bears Say
Persistent Negative ProfitabilityDespite margin and cash-flow improvements, the business remains unprofitable on a trailing basis, producing negative ROE and inconsistent earnings. Sustained net-income improvement is required to restore capital efficiency, enable reinvestment, and fully convert cash-flow gains into durable shareholder value.
Wholesale Growth FragilityA material portion of wholesale upside came from one-off collaborations (e.g., Target, Bath & Body Works). Reliance on episodic partnerships raises the risk of revenue volatility and complicates inventory and margin planning unless recurring wholesale demand is established.
Tariff & Macro UncertaintyUncertainty around tariffs and persistent macro pressures can structurally squeeze gross margins and suppress discretionary demand. Policy and consumer-cost shocks can persist across multiple quarters, making margin and revenue targets harder to predict and adding downside risk to the recovery plan.

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VRA FAQ

What was Vera Bradley’s price range in the past 12 months?
Vera Bradley lowest stock price was $1.39 and its highest was $4.39 in the past 12 months.
    What is Vera Bradley’s market cap?
    Vera Bradley’s market cap is $110.91M.
      When is Vera Bradley’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Vera Bradley’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 02, 2026 which is in 71 days.
        How were Vera Bradley’s earnings last quarter?
        Vera Bradley released its earnings results on Jun 11, 2026. The company reported -$0.09 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.33 by $0.24.
          Is Vera Bradley overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Vera Bradley’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Vera Bradley pay dividends?
            Vera Bradley does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Vera Bradley’s EPS estimate?
            Vera Bradley’s EPS estimate is -0.08.
              How many shares outstanding does Vera Bradley have?
              Vera Bradley has 28,438,251 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Vera Bradley’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Vera Bradley reported an EPS of -$0.09 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -$0.33. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.805%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Vera Bradley?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in VRA
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Vera Bradley

                    Vera Bradley, Inc., including its affiliated companies, specializes in the design, manufacturing, and sale of a diverse range of women's products, such as handbags, travel gear, various fashion and home accessories, and gifts. The company's operations are structured into three main divisions: Vera Bradley Direct, Vera Bradley Indirect, and Pura Vida. Under the Vera Bradley brand, the product catalog is extensive, featuring numerous bag types like totes, crossbody bags, satchels, clutches, backpacks, baby bags, and lunch bags. The accessories line includes wallets, wristlets, eyeglass cases, scarves, and technology-related items. For travel, they provide rolling luggage, cosmetic organizers, various packing accessories, and larger duffel or weekend bags. Their home collection encompasses throw blankets, beach towels, comforters, and drinkware like mugs and tumblers. Additionally, they offer apparel and footwear such as sleepwear, different shoe styles, cotton face masks, outerwear, socks, and scarves. The company also handles stationery, merchandising, freight services, licensing, and gift card breakage services. Through its Pura Vida segment, Vera Bradley offers an assortment of jewelry, including bracelets, rings, and necklaces. Vera Bradley branded merchandise is distributed directly to consumers via its 70 full-line stores and 75 factory outlet stores across the United States (as of January 29, 2022). Sales also occur through its official website, verabradley.com, an associated online outlet site, and an annual outlet event in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Indirectly, these products are available at approximately 1,800 specialty retail locations, department stores, national accounts, third-party e-commerce platforms, inventory liquidators, and through licensing agreements. Pura Vida branded goods are sold via wholesale partnerships and dedicated online portals, including puravidabracelets.com, puravidabracelets.eu, and puravidabracelets.ca. Vera Bradley, Inc. was established in 1982 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Roanoke, Indiana.

                    Vera Bradley (VRA) Earnings & Revenues

                    VRA Earnings Call

                    Q1 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                    The call communicated clear and measurable operational progress across revenue, gross margin (up 430 bps), SG&A reduction ($5.6M) and inventory management (down 26%), plus product and marketing momentum and digital/wholesale initiatives. However, the company remains unprofitable this quarter, with negative cash flow and exposure to macro headwinds and some one-off wholesale collaboration effects. On balance, the improvements are substantive and recurring levers (margin expansion, cost discipline, inventory control, product-market fit) appear to be driving a sustainable recovery trajectory.View all VRA earnings summaries
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