Comparing Apparel Retailers’ Valuation
As of April 11, 2018, apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) had a 12-month forward PE (price-to-earnings) ratio of ~36.0x, much higher than peers’ and the S&P 500’s. American Eagle Outfitters (AEO), Urban Outfitters (URBN), and Gap (GPS) had ratios of 14.8x, 17.0x, and 11.6x, respectively, while the S&P 500’s ratio was 16.9x.