Birkenstock Holding plc·Consumer Cyclical

Birkenstock announced an accelerated share repurchase program. Last week, the stock had sunk to all-time lows since its 2023 IPO.

Estimates cut on tariff, inflation and Middle East headwinds.

LONDON, UK / ACCESS Newswire / May 21, 2026 / Birkenstock Holding plc ("BIRKENSTOCK" or the "Company", NYSE:BIRK) announced today that it has entered into a $250 million accelerated share repurchase ("ASR") agreement with Goldman Sachs International ("Goldman Sachs"). "Short-term market dynamics have resulted in what we believe is a strong disconnect between our share price and the strength of our underlying fundamentals", said Oliver Reichert, CEO of Birkenstock Group and Member of the Board of Directors of the Company.

Birkenstock NYSE: BIRK reported fiscal second-quarter revenue growth within its target range on a constant-currency basis, while management said foreign exchange, tariffs, inflation and disruptions tied to conflict in the Middle East weighed on reported results and margins.

Birkenstock faces decelerating growth, weak Q2 results, and rising inventories, prompting my downgrade to neutral. BIRK demonstrates resilience with double-digit growth and gross margin improvement from increased capacity absorption, despite macroeconomic headwinds. Risks include a more promotional retail environment, B2B order pullbacks, and intensified competition from brands like CROX.

Birkenstock (BIRK) has seen its stock decline following the release of its Q2 (March) results. The company fell short of EPS expectations while facing challeng
Birkenstock Holding plc manufactures and sells footwear products. It also offers sandals, shoes, closed-toe silhouettes, skincare products, and accessories. The company sells its products through e-commerce sites and a network of owned retail stores, as well as business-to-business channels. It operates in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Europe, APMA, and internationally. Birkenstock Holding plc was founded in 1774 and is based in London, the United Kingdom. Birkenstock Holding plc is a subsidiary of BK LC Lux MidCo S.à r.l.
Consumer Cyclical
Apparel - Footwear & Accessories
6,200
2023-10-11
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