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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
Direct-to-consumer ModelOwning retail and e‑commerce channels gives Vera Bradley durable control over pricing, margins, customer data and brand storytelling. This structure supports higher long‑run gross margin capture, better customer lifetime value management, and faster feedback for product innovation versus pure wholesale models.
Direct Segment Sequential ImprovementSequential stabilization in the direct business indicates product and merchandising initiatives are resonating with core customers. Sustained improvement in owned channels suggests the company can rebuild top‑line momentum through product‑led marketing and tighter operations, providing a credible path to scale revenue recovery.
Inventory Reduction And Outlet PilotA 24% inventory reduction materially lowers markdown risk and working capital drag, improving margin sustainability. Coupled with positive Outlet 2.0 pilot feedback, this signals a durable improvement in inventory management and channel profitability that can reduce future write‑downs and support cash flow recovery.
Bears Say
Negative Cash GenerationPersistent negative operating and free cash flow erodes liquidity and constrains the company's ability to fund operations, marketing and product investment internally. Over months this elevates refinancing risk and increases dependence on external capital, limiting strategic flexibility during a turnaround.
Deep Net Losses And Contracting SalesA roughly -34% net margin and falling revenue reflect structural profitability shortfalls: current gross margins and cost structure fail to cover operating expenses. Without sustained revenue recovery or structural cost reductions, losses will continue to erode capital and hinder reinvestment necessary for long‑term growth.
Rising Leverage And Eroded EquityDebt rising relative to a shrinking equity base reduces financial resilience. Higher leverage increases interest and covenant risk, and a dwindling equity cushion limits the firm's ability to absorb further losses or pursue strategic initiatives, making execution of transformation plans more challenging.

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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 $3.41 in the past 12 months.
    What is Vera Bradley’s market cap?
    Vera Bradley’s market cap is $72.68M.
      When is Vera Bradley’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Vera Bradley’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 12, 2026 which is in 8 days.
        How were Vera Bradley’s earnings last quarter?
        Vera Bradley released its earnings results on Dec 11, 2025. The company reported -$0.3 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$0.11 by -$0.19.
          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 0.01.
              How many shares outstanding does Vera Bradley have?
              Vera Bradley has 27,955,023 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Vera Bradley’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Vera Bradley reported an EPS of -$0.3 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$0.11. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -16.279%.
                  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., together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and sells women's handbags, luggage and travel items, fashion and home accessories, and gifts. It operates through three segments: Vera Bradley Direct, Vera Bradley Indirect, and Pura Vida. The company offers bag products, such as totes, crossbodies, satchels, clutches, backpacks, baby bags, and lunch bags; accessories, including wallets, wristlets, eyeglass cases, scarves, and various technology accessories; bracelets, rings, and necklaces under Pura Vida brand name; and travel products consisting of rolling luggage, cosmetics, and travel and packing accessories, as well as travel bags comprising duffel and weekend bags. It also provides home products that include throw blankets, beach towels, and comforters, as well as items, such as mugs and tumblers; apparel/footwear comprising sleepwear, footwear, cotton face masks, outerwear, socks, and scarves; and stationery and merchandising products, as well as freight, licensing, and gift card breakage services. The company sells its Vera Bradley branded products through its full-line and factory outlet stores in the United States; and verabradley.com, an online outlet site, as well as its annual outlet sale in Fort Wayne, Indiana. As of January 29, 2022, it operated 70 full-line and 75 factory outlet stores. The company sells its Pura Vida branded products through wholesale retailers, as well as through Pura Vida websites, including www.puravidabracelets.com, www.puravidabracelets.eu, and www.puravidabracelets.ca. It also sells its Vera Bradley branded products to approximately 1,800 specialty retail locations, department stores, national accounts, third party e-commerce sites, and third-party inventory liquidators, as well as through licensing agreements. Vera Bradley, Inc. was incorporated in 1982 and is headquartered in Roanoke, Indiana.

                    Vera Bradley (VRA) Earnings & Revenues

                    VRA Earnings Call

                    Q3 2025
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                    The earnings call reflects a period of transformation for Vera Bradley, Inc. with several positive developments such as improvements in the direct business segment, inventory management, and successful product launches. However, significant challenges remain, including revenue declines, increased net loss, and issues in the indirect segment. The company is making strategic efforts to improve outcomes through initiatives like Project Sunshine and Outlet 2.0, but the financial setbacks present considerable hurdles.View all VRA earnings summaries
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