Ahead of Earnings, Lululemon Stock Trades Like a Discount Rack

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FactSet Research Systems shares are trading higher after RBC Capital raised its price target on the stock from $240 to $304.

RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on FactSet Research Systems, Raises Price Target to $304

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Will Lululemon (LULU) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?

Lululemon has demonstrated a strong track record of beating earnings estimates, with an average surprise of 3.22% over the last two quarters. The company has a positive Earnings ESP of +0.70% combined with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggesting a high probability of another earnings beat in its September 3, 2026 report. Stocks with this combination historically beat consensus estimates nearly 70% of the time.

lululemon Q2 Earnings Upcoming: Is It Likely to Surprise Investors?

lululemon is expected to report Q2'26 earnings decline of 42.3% with revenues at $2.5B, facing headwinds from weak North America demand, higher markdowns, tariffs, and elevated SG&A costs. The company's Power of Three X2 strategy supports growth through international expansion, particularly in China, but near-term margin contraction and cautious consumer spending remain concerns.

Should You Buy Lululemon Stock Before Sept. 3?

Lululemon faces challenging earnings next week with expected 2-3% revenue decline and 42-43% net income plunge. However, the stock's 50% decline already reflects pessimism, and incoming CEO Heidi O'Neill from Nike could catalyze a market sentiment shift starting Sept. 8. Despite near-term headwinds in athletic retail, leadership change may provide a reset opportunity.