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Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jim Cramer Says Williams-Sonoma's CEO 'Moved a Ton of Manufacturing to Vietnam'
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM) is one of the 22 stocks Jim Cramer recently talked about. Coming to the company, Cramer stated: 'Laura Alber, CEO of Williams-Sonoma, moved a ton of manufacturing to Vietnam. Her stock's down more than 6% for the year, intriguing. [It] jumped more than 2% on the tariff news, but that's nothing.' An interior of a modern home with a wide selection of cookware, tools and cutlery on display. Williams-Sonoma (NYSE:WSM) sells a wide range of home products, including cookware, furniture, decor, and personalized items, through both digital and physical retail channels. Additionally, the company operates a 3-D imaging and augmented reality platform for home design. Vltava Fund stated the following regarding Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM) in its Q1 2025 investor letter: 'We sold the rest of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM) stock. This was a very profitable investment for us. How do we evaluate its feedback? We did not hold the stock for very long, only about 3-1/2 years. During that time, the stock price moved from less than $50 to more than $200. In the beginning, we could buy the shares at single digit earnings multiples. The stock price was well below our estimate of the company's value. The business itself is of very high quality, with high returns on capital, no debt, and an exemplary asset allocation. As such, we see the purchase itself as a good move and entirely in line with our investment philosophy. When we sold the shares, they were trading at about 25 times earnings. This was significantly higher than our current estimate of the company's value. Any company, however good and promising it may appear, is a good investment at a low price but a poor investment at a high price. We are always reminded of this and therefore we sold the WSM shares. So far, we see this also as a good move and entirely consistent with our investment philosophy. At the same time, however, we are aware that the large total return on this investment was only partly the result of our transactions and analysis. Luck also played a large part. We expected that WSM would do well in its business. This was confirmed, and the shares also had been objectively very cheap when we bought them. However, all of this falls far short of justifying the rapid quadrupling of the share price. We therefore do not succumb to the temptation to attribute more to our own skills than is prudent. It remains important for us to stick to our investment philosophy and investment process in our stock selection and individual transactions. On average and over the longer term, they should continue to bring us solid returns, although in individual cases or over shorter periods they may deliver returns both much better than they deserve and much poorer than they deserve.' While we acknowledge the potential of WSM as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: The Best and Worst Dow Stocks for the Next 12 Months and 10 Unstoppable Stocks That Could Double Your Money. Disclosure: None.
CTV News
03-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- CTV News
15 Useful Products That Help Make Life Way Easier
Infinity pillows, high-tech headboards, and a few other handy things you'll love having around. Life gets hard and it gets busy. If you're looking to simplify you're routine, we're here to help. We've rounded up some products you'll want in and around your home, including pans that double as steamers, ottomans with storage, and even a soap you can use in the shower and on the floors. Here are a few of our favoruite multifunctional products: 17 Practical, Handy Amazon Canada Products That You'll Be Happy You Ordered How To Build Your Meal Prep Kit For Summer Everything You Need To Make Your Own Preserves And Jams At Home Disclaimer: The prices displayed are accurate at the time of publication. We'll do our best to keep them as up-to-date as possible, but you may see slight changes.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How Is Williams-Sonoma's Stock Performance Compared to Other Retailers?
Valued at $19.4 billion by market cap, San Francisco-based Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSM) operates as a multi-channel specialty retailer of premium quality home products. The company offers various cooking, dining, home decor, and related products through its brands like Pottery Barn, West Elm, Rejuvenation, etc. Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as "large-cap stocks." WSM fits right into that category, reflecting its significant presence and influence in the specialty retail and premium home decor space. Tesla's Robotaxis Reportedly Sped and Veered Into the Wrong Lanes. Does This Crush the Bull Case for TSLA Stock? Dear Micron Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for June 25 Is United Health Stock a Buy, Hold or Sell for July 2025? Markets move fast. Keep up by reading our FREE midday Barchart Brief newsletter for exclusive charts, analysis, and headlines. WSM stock touched its all-time high of $219.98 on Jan. 30, and is currently trading 27.8% below that peak. Over the past three months alone, the stock has dropped 6.1%, significantly underperforming the SPDR S&P Retail ETF's (XRT) 8.4% gains during the same time frame. Williams' stock has plunged 14.2% on a YTD basis, underperforming XRT's 3.9% dip. However, the stock has gained 7.9% over the past year, outperforming XRT's 1.4% uptick over the past 52 weeks. To confirm WSM's downturn in 2025, the stock traded below its 50-day moving average between late February to early May. Moreover, the stock has remained below its 200-day moving average since late May. Williams-Sonoma's stock prices dropped 4.5% following the release of its lackluster Q1 results on May 22. Driven by a slight improvement in comparable store sales, the company's net revenues for the quarter increased 4.2% year-over-year to $1.7 billion. While the company's gross margins were positively impacted by efficiency gains and occupancy leverage, it took a notable hit due to merchandise margins dropping by 220 bps. Its net income for the quarter dropped 11.2% year-over-year to $231.3 million. Furthermore, the Williams' operating cash flows (OCF) were notably impacted due to a drop in deferred revenues and changes in inventory levels. Its OCF for the quarter plunged 47.6% year-over-year to $119 million, unsettling investor confidence. While WSM has underperformed its peer Home Depot, Inc.'s (HD) 7% drop in 2025, it has performed slightly better than HD's 7% gains over the past 52 weeks. Among the 18 analysts covering the WSM stock, the consensus rating is a 'Moderate Buy.' Its mean price target of $181.47 suggests a 14.2% upside potential from current price levels. On the date of publication, Aditya Sarawgi did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How Is Williams-Sonoma's Stock Performance Compared to Other Retailers?
Valued at $19.4 billion by market cap, San Francisco-based Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSM) operates as a multi-channel specialty retailer of premium quality home products. The company offers various cooking, dining, home decor, and related products through its brands like Pottery Barn, West Elm, Rejuvenation, etc. Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as "large-cap stocks." WSM fits right into that category, reflecting its significant presence and influence in the specialty retail and premium home decor space. Tesla's Robotaxis Reportedly Sped and Veered Into the Wrong Lanes. Does This Crush the Bull Case for TSLA Stock? Dear Micron Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for June 25 Is United Health Stock a Buy, Hold or Sell for July 2025? Markets move fast. Keep up by reading our FREE midday Barchart Brief newsletter for exclusive charts, analysis, and headlines. WSM stock touched its all-time high of $219.98 on Jan. 30, and is currently trading 27.8% below that peak. Over the past three months alone, the stock has dropped 6.1%, significantly underperforming the SPDR S&P Retail ETF's (XRT) 8.4% gains during the same time frame. Williams' stock has plunged 14.2% on a YTD basis, underperforming XRT's 3.9% dip. However, the stock has gained 7.9% over the past year, outperforming XRT's 1.4% uptick over the past 52 weeks. To confirm WSM's downturn in 2025, the stock traded below its 50-day moving average between late February to early May. Moreover, the stock has remained below its 200-day moving average since late May. Williams-Sonoma's stock prices dropped 4.5% following the release of its lackluster Q1 results on May 22. Driven by a slight improvement in comparable store sales, the company's net revenues for the quarter increased 4.2% year-over-year to $1.7 billion. While the company's gross margins were positively impacted by efficiency gains and occupancy leverage, it took a notable hit due to merchandise margins dropping by 220 bps. Its net income for the quarter dropped 11.2% year-over-year to $231.3 million. Furthermore, the Williams' operating cash flows (OCF) were notably impacted due to a drop in deferred revenues and changes in inventory levels. Its OCF for the quarter plunged 47.6% year-over-year to $119 million, unsettling investor confidence. While WSM has underperformed its peer Home Depot, Inc.'s (HD) 7% drop in 2025, it has performed slightly better than HD's 7% gains over the past 52 weeks. Among the 18 analysts covering the WSM stock, the consensus rating is a 'Moderate Buy.' Its mean price target of $181.47 suggests a 14.2% upside potential from current price levels. On the date of publication, Aditya Sarawgi did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CTV News
13-06-2025
- Business
- CTV News
17 Practical, Handy Amazon Canada Products That You'll Be Happy You Ordered
Useful finds for your home, handbag, pet, and beyond. If you're on the hunt for useful products that'll make your life easier without emptying your savings account, we're here to help. We've dug deep into Amazon Canada to find things that are equal parts practical and affordable. Whether you need to cure a bug bite, help your plants grow, or prep your salad, we've got your back. Here are a few useful Amazon home products worth adding to your cart: Sign up for an Amazon Prime account if Amazon Canada is your go-to site for shopping. It costs $99 a year (plus tax), but students can get it for only $49 (plus tax). If you've never tried it out, you can sign up for a 30-day trial period. I Tried The Internet's Favourite Cleaning Product, And Yes, It's All It's Cracked Up To Be The Absolute Best Laundry Drying Racks You Can Get In Canada Right Now 18 Handy Amazon Canada Products That'll Help You Save Some Money Disclaimer: The prices displayed are accurate at the time of publication. We'll do our best to keep them as up-to-date as possible, but you may see slight changes.
