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

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VRA Stock Chart & Stats

$3.35
$0.05(1.36%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$3.35
$0.05(1.36%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improving Cash GenerationPositive operating and free cash flow provide internal funding for inventory, stores and digital investment. The improvement strengthens liquidity and flexibility, although its durability depends on converting recent cost and working-capital gains into earnings.
Margin And Cost DisciplineGross-margin expansion and lower SG&A indicate recurring operational levers rather than reliance solely on demand growth. Sustained mix, freight, duty and cost improvements could materially reduce losses and support a durable profitability recovery.
Brand And Direct-Channel TractionImproving direct comparable sales and successful new products support Vera Bradley’s brand relevance and customer engagement. A stronger DTC mix can improve customer data, assortment control and margins, reducing dependence on third-party retailers.
Bears Say
Persistent UnprofitabilityThe company has not consistently converted gross profit into positive earnings, with losses in several recent periods. Continued unprofitability limits reinvestment capacity, weakens returns and makes the turnaround dependent on sustained execution.
Fragile Wholesale GrowthWholesale growth currently benefits from collaborations and shipments that may not repeat at the same scale. If underlying retailer demand remains flat, the company may face channel volatility and less diversified revenue growth.
Inventory And Assortment Execution RiskInventory reduction improves working capital, but discontinued products and the reserve show that assortment decisions remain a risk. Further liquidation or rebuilding core ranges could pressure margins, cash conversion and brand consistency.

Vera Bradley News

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 $95.27M.
      When is Vera Bradley’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Vera Bradley’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 15, 2026 which is in 6 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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