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Model output · Signal date 2026-11-06
Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) Stock Forecast Nov. 6, 2026
Analysis updated on Nov. 6, 2026 (UTC) · Alpha · vs marketSwitch to Total · NYSE
Rating · 90D
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Alpha
Rank in coverage
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Rank correlation · 90D
12.0%
Spearman, 357 dates
Market Cap
$22.75B
large-cap · #2 of 6 peers
Summary
Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) stock forecast summary
Our AI scores Ralph Lauren Corp every trading day against every stock it covers. Create a free account and follow it to see its rating and price target.
Ralph Lauren Corp is a large-cap company with a market capitalization of $22.75B. It ranks number 2 by market capitalization among the 6 Men's & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments issuers in our coverage with a current forecast.
For RL, the Spearman rank correlation between our 90-day forecasts and the returns that followed is 12.0%, measured on 357 forecast dates between 2022-08-19 and 2026-08-07 on this stock's own recent history. A rank correlation runs from -100% to +100%: it measures whether higher forecasts were followed by higher returns, and a value near zero or below means the model has shown little skill on this stock. On the 30-day forecasts the same correlation is 10.0%, measured on 400 forecast dates between 2022-08-19 and 2026-10-07. Across our coverage, the out-of-sample test on 4629 stocks from 2025-01-06 to 2026-08-04 produced a positive net return in 92.9% of rebalance periods (factor-neutral book, net of estimated costs). Full backtest report
Expected return relative to the market over the horizon: a positive alpha means the model expects the stock to beat the market, whatever the market does. Ratings: strong buy ≥ +3.1%, buy ≥ +1.5%, sell < -0.5%, strong sell < -1.8% (top 15%, next 20%, middle 30%, next 20%, bottom 15% of the 2026-11-06 signals)
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Cross-section · 2026-11-06
How RL ranks among 5150 stocks
90D Alpha forecasts of every company scored, cut into five relative ratings at the 15th, 35th, 65th and 85th percentiles (dashed lines).
Fundamentals · 2026-09-26
Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) fundamentals
Trailing twelve months. The industry median and the rank (1 = highest) are taken over the Men's & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments peers listed below that report each metric.
Valuation & Market
| Metric | RL | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $22.75B | 2/6 |
| P/E Ratio | 20.87x | – |
| P/B Ratio | 8.33x | 2/6 |
| EPS | $18.29 | – |
| Book Value/Share | $45.82 | – |
Profitability & Margins
| Metric | RL | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| ROE | 47.0% | – |
| ROA | 16.6% | – |
| ROIC | 24.8% | 2/5 |
| Gross Margin | 68.3% | 1/6 |
| Operating Margin | 15.9% | 2/6 |
| Net Margin | 14.3% | – |
| EBT Margin | 15.8% | 2/6 |
| Tax Rate | 20.5% | – |
Financial Health
| Metric | RL | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.97x | 1/6 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.38x | 1/6 |
| D/E Ratio | 1.82x | 3/6 |
| Financial Leverage | 2.82x | 3/5 |
| Interest Coverage | 28.4x | 1/5 |
| Working Capital | $1.90B | 1/6 |
Cash Flow
| Metric | RL | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $1.45B | 2/6 |
| OCF Growth YoY | 28.0% | 5/6 |
Operational Efficiency
| Metric | RL | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory Turnover | 2.1x | 4/6 |
| Days Inventory | 172 days | 3/6 |
| Payables Period | 74 days | 4/6 |
Income Statement
| Metric | RL | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Income | $1.42B | 2/6 |
| Net Income | $1.28B | – |
| SG&A Expense | $4.54B | 2/6 |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $2.45B | 4/6 |
Dividend & Shareholder Information
| Metric | RL | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 60M | – |
| Net Income Growth | 50.1% | – |
| EPS Growth | 46.1% | 1/5 |
Balance Sheet Highlights (USD millions)
| Total Current Assets | $3.86B | 50.1% of assets |
| Cash & Short-term Investments | $1.43B | 18.5% of assets |
| Accounts Receivable | $568M | 7.4% of assets |
| Inventory | $1.15B | 14.9% of assets |
| Total Liabilities | $4.98B | 64.6% of assets |
| Short-term Debt | $1.46B | 19.0% of assets |
Quarterly Financial Reports
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Industry Peers · Men's & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments
Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) industry peers
Companies classified under the same SEC industry code as Ralph Lauren Corp (Men's & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments): 6 common-stock issuers with a forecast this week, one row per issuer, largest first. This is a classification match, not a curated list of competitors.
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News
Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) stock news
Ralph Lauren (RL) Q2 2027 earnings top estimates, outlook raised
While Europe is in a tough spot, the brand continues to grow around the world and in its many product categories.
Ralph Lauren Corp. Profit Climbs In Q2
The company's earnings totaled $296.6 million, or $4.87 per share. This compares with $207.5 million, or $3.32 per share, last year. Excluding items, Ralph Lauren Corp. reported adjusted earnings of ...
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Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) stock forecast FAQ
What is the Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) stock forecast?
Our AI scores Ralph Lauren Corp every trading day against every stock it covers. Create a free account and follow it to see its rating and price target.
How accurate are Ralph Lauren Corp stock predictions?
For RL, the Spearman rank correlation between our 90-day forecasts and the returns that followed is 12.0%, measured on 357 forecast dates between 2022-08-19 and 2026-08-07 on this stock's own recent history. A rank correlation runs from -100% to +100%: it measures whether higher forecasts were followed by higher returns, and a value near zero or below means the model has shown little skill on this stock. On the 30-day forecasts the same correlation is 10.0%, measured on 400 forecast dates between 2022-08-19 and 2026-10-07. Across our coverage, the out-of-sample test on 4629 stocks from 2025-01-06 to 2026-08-04 produced a positive net return in 92.9% of rebalance periods (factor-neutral book, net of estimated costs). Full backtest report
How often are Ralph Lauren Corp forecasts updated?
Ralph Lauren Corp forecasts are refreshed on trading days as the daily model run completes. The forecast on this page was produced on Nov. 6, 2026.
Which companies are Ralph Lauren Corp's industry peers?
6 issuers in our coverage, RL included, share the SEC industry code Men's & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments. The largest are: Cintas Corp (CTAS), V F Corp (VFC), Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB), Pvh Corp. /De/ (PVH), Oxford Industries Inc (OXM).
This analysis is generated automatically using our proprietary AI systems and should not be considered personalized investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research and consider consulting a financial advisor before making investment decisions.