Commonwealth Equity Services LLC Acquires New Stake in Canada Goose Holdings

Commonwealth Equity Services LLC, an institutional investor, ventured into a new position within Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (NYSE:GOOS) during the 3rd quarter, obtaining 10,942 shares amounting to a value near $160,000. The move marked the latest in a series of recent adjustments by various institutional investors and hedge funds in their stakes in the apparel company.

Hedge Funds Alter GOOS Investments

In addition to Commonwealth's purchase, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company drastically increased its holdings in Canada Goose by 203.0% in the first quarter, now possessing 3,179,953 shares with a staggering value of $83,715,000. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. also hiked its stake by 135.6% in the second quarter, while Wasatch Advisors Inc. took on a new share position in the first quarter. Bank of America Corp DE and Norges Bank likewise bulked up their shares, partaking in the uptrend of institutional investors broadening their portfolios with Canada Goose.

Canada Goose's Market Performance

The stock debuted at $13.01 on a Friday, showing a promising upward surge of 8.5%, with a considerable tilt from its 50-day and 200-day moving averages. The market capitalization stands at $1.32 billion. The company exhibits a solid P/E ratio, and its overall financial health is reflected in its current and quick ratio stats, alongside a noteworthy debt-to-equity ratio.

In terms of earnings, Canada Goose outperformed expectations with its quarterly EPS of $0.12, prompting a positive outlook for its earnings trajectory. Despite these robust figures, the company faced mixed examinations from analysts, with a majority sustaining a neutral stance, yet some still maintain a bullish outlook.

Business and Analyst Insights

Canada Goose, renowned for its luxury apparel, operates across various global markets, experiencing significant investment interest. Analyst evaluations, however, have seen a suite of downgrades amid varied performance metrics, leading to a consensus view that mixes cautious hold ratings with selective buy signals. Average price targets and revised estimates reflect a cautious optimism intertwined with scrutinizing analysis.

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