Burlington Stores (BURL) Earns $356 Target as Overweight Rating Reaffirmed

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On February 23, JPMorgan raised its price target on Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) to $356 from $316 while maintaining an Overweight rating as part of a broader retail earnings preview.

During the third-quarter 2025 earnings call, management provided detailed guidance underscoring stable sales performance and margin expansion. Fourth-quarter comparable store sales guidance was maintained at 0% to 2%, with total sales expected to increase 7% to 9%. Adjusted EBIT margin guidance for the fourth quarter was raised to reflect a 30 to 50 basis point expansion. For full-year 2025, Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) expects comparable store sales growth of 1% to 2%, total sales growth of approximately 8%, and EBIT margin expansion of 60 to 70 basis points despite tariff-related pressures. Third-quarter total sales increased 7%, reaching the high end of prior guidance. Burlington also announced plans to open 110 net new stores in 2026, exceeding prior expectations and reflecting a strong development pipeline. Consistent margin improvement, disciplined cost control, and an accelerating store expansion strategy strengthen Burlington’s long-term earnings trajectory and reinforce the investment case within off-price retail.

Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) operates off-price retail locations offering branded apparel, footwear, accessories, and home goods at compelling value. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Burlington Township, New Jersey, the company leverages opportunistic buying and lean inventory management to drive traffic and margin resilience.

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