オプションチェーンは、Abercrombie & Fitchの株式オプションの主要データを様々な行使価格と満期日で表示します。トレーダーはこの情報を使用して、潜在的な取引を分析し、Abercrombie & Fitchの市場センチメントを評価します。.

Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE:ANF) 株価情報, オプションチェーン

Abercrombie & Fitch

Abercrombie & Fitch Co is a specialty retailer that sells casual clothing, personal-care products, and accessories for men, women, and children. It sells direct to consumers through its stores and websites, which include the Abercrombie & Fitch, Abercrombie kids, and Hollister brands. Most stores are in the United States, but the company does have many stores in Canada, Europe, and Asia. All stores are leased. Abercrombie ships to well over 100 countries via its websites. The company sources its merchandise from dozens of vendors that are primarily located in Asia and Central America. Abercrombie has two distribution centers in Ohio to support its North American operations. It uses third-party distributors for sales in Europe and Asia.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co

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ANTOFAGASTA ORD

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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ANF, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 9 options trades for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 0% bullish and 100%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $35,854, and 8, calls, for a total amount of $256,860.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $140.0 to $145.0 for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's significant trades, within a strike price range of $140.0 to $145.0, over the past month.
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730904350_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$18.2</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$17.93</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$35.8K</td>
<td>376</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$15.8</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$35.5K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">93</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$15.3</td>
<td>$14.7</td>
<td>$14.7</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$35.2K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">49</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$15.8</td>
<td>$14.4</td>
<td>$14.8</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$32.5K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">115</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$15.8</td>
<td>$14.7</td>
<td>$14.7</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$32.3K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">137</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Abercrombie &amp; Fitch</h3>
Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co is a specialty retailer that sells casual clothing, personal-care products, and accessories for men, women, and children. It sells direct to consumers through its stores and websites, which include the Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, Abercrombie kids, and Hollister brands. Most stores are in the United States, but the company does have many stores in Canada, Europe, and Asia. All stores are leased. Abercrombie ships to well over 100 countries via its websites. The company sources its merchandise from dozens of vendors that are primarily located in Asia and Central America. Abercrombie has two distribution centers in Ohio to support its North American operations. It uses third-party distributors for sales in Europe and Asia.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Current Position of Abercrombie &amp; Fitch</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 393,960, the ANF's price is down by -1.18%, now at $136.18. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 20 days.</li>
</ul>
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A Closer Look at Abercrombie & Fitch's Options Market Dynamics

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$242.50</td>
<td>$129.7K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td>23.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$40.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>10.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$132.5K</td>
<td>14.7K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NCLH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$270.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FND</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$30.2K</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>996</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$34.1K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>594</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$35.0K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>373</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$143.00</td>
<td>$25.0K</td>
<td>46</td>
<td>228</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$78.8K</td>
<td>683</td>
<td>181</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HLT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$96.5K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>157</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on November 8, 2024. This event was a transfer of 188 contract(s) at a $242.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $129.7K, with a price of $690.0 per contract. There were 2359 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 23518 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SN#NYSE">SN</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 11 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 149 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 37 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $40.9K, with a price of $275.0 per contract. There were 1021 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 10447 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 74 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 250 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $132.5K, with a price of $530.0 per contract. There were 14795 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2798 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NCLH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 319 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $270.0K, with a price of $270.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1000 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FND (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FND#NYSE">FND</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 46 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 42 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.2K, with a price of $720.0 per contract. There were 5 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 996 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 137 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 18 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.1K, with a price of $1895.0 per contract. There were 3306 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 594 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 46 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.0K, with a price of $350.0 per contract. There were 1208 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 373 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ANF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on November 8, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $143.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.0K, with a price of $250.0 per contract. There were 46 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 228 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 4 day(s) on November 8, 2024. This event was a transfer of 60 contract(s) at a $215.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $78.8K, with a price of $1314.0 per contract. There were 683 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 181 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For HLT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLT#NYSE">HLT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 74 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 127 contract(s) at a $240.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 24 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $96.5K, with a price of $760.0 per contract. There were 1887 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 157 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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TSLA

10 Consumer Discretionary Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$81.7K</td>
<td>24.0K</td>
<td>66.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$493.0K</td>
<td>15.0K</td>
<td>8.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$50.0K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td>23.3K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CHWY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$43.7K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSCO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$35.0K</td>
<td>676</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$154.7K</td>
<td>27.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$87.8K</td>
<td>52</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APTV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$57.50</td>
<td>$33.6K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>333</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$25.0K</td>
<td>507</td>
<td>184</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on November 1, 2024. This event was a transfer of 393 contract(s) at a $250.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $81.7K, with a price of $208.0 per contract. There were 24059 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 66296 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For F (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 442 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 8500 contract(s) at a $8.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $493.0K, with a price of $58.0 per contract. There were 15001 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8500 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 78 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $50.0K, with a price of $100.0 per contract. There were 1552 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4886 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 78 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $79.0K, with a price of $790.0 per contract. There were 23369 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2376 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CHWY (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on November 8, 2024. Parties traded 561 contract(s) at a $27.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.7K, with a price of $78.0 per contract. There were 2261 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2066 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding TSCO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSCO#NASDAQ">TSCO</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 50 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 28 contract(s) at a $270.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.0K, with a price of $1250.0 per contract. There were 676 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1685 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 78 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 752 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 25 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $154.7K, with a price of $207.0 per contract. There were 27880 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1125 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ANF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 29 day(s) on November 29, 2024. This event was a transfer of 703 contract(s) at a $95.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 44 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $87.8K, with a price of $125.0 per contract. There were 52 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1087 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding APTV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APTV#NYSE">APTV</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 50 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 99 contract(s) at a $57.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 99 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.6K, with a price of $340.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 333 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For W (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 78 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.0K, with a price of $500.0 per contract. There were 507 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 184 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 36.37% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 49.98%. Currently, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch has a market capitalization of $7.09 billion. 
Buying $1000 In ANF: If an investor had bought $1000 of ANF stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $7,805.25 today based on a price of $138.80 for ANF at the time of writing.
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730314828_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Former Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) CEO Mike Jeffries has entered a plea of not guilty to allegations of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41460272/former-abercrombie-fitch-ceo-under-arrest-in-federal-sex-trafficking-investigation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sex trafficking and interstate prostitution</a>.
Attorneys submitted the plea on Jeffries&#8217; behalf in a New York federal court located on Long Island, <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gplnlq7zyo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> BBC. He sat alongside them, clad in a sharp navy blue suit, his face revealing no emotion.
Jeffries faced indictment on Wednesday for 16 federal charges involving sex trafficking and international prostitution, with allegations suggesting he utilized a network of employees, contractors, and security personnel, while leading the retailer, <a target="_blank" href="https://edition.cnn.com/2024/10/25/business/former-abercrombie-ceo-mike-jeffries-arraigned-sex-trafficking/index.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> CNN.
Jeffries, who joined Abercrombie &amp; Fitch in 1992 and led the company to its dramatic rise, stepped down in 2014 after declining performance, including 11 consecutive quarters of negative comparable-store sales.&nbsp;
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According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, ANF stock has gained over 15% in the past six months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Two Roads Shared Trust Conductor Global Equity Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGV#NYSE">CGV</a>) and&nbsp;Alpha Architect U.S. Quantitative Value ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QVAL#NASDAQ">QVAL</a>).
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/former-abercrombie-ceo-mike-jeffries-arrested-sex-trafficking/story?id=115019375" rel="noreferrer noopener">a report</a>&nbsp;from ABC News, Jeffries&#8217; partner&nbsp;Matthew Smith&nbsp;and a third man,&nbsp;Jim Jacobson, were also arrested in the investigation into possible sexual exploitation and abuse of young men.
Jacobson also entered a not guilty plea immediately after the former CEO. Meanwhile, Smith is set to make his courtroom debut in New York at a later date, BBC added.
The FBI opened an investigation into the former A&amp;F CEO last year after a <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-66889779.amp" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BBC report</a> uncovered multiple men alleging that Jeffries and Smith sexually abused them at events hosted in their New York homes and hotels worldwide.
However, Jeffries will be placed under house arrest, permitted to leave his residences in New York and Florida only for medical appointments, meetings with his lawyers, and religious gatherings.
Meanwhile, the company will report its third quarter results on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. The street view for adjusted earnings per share is pegged at $2.36, while the analyst consensus estimate for quarterly revenues stands at $1.18 billion.
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<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-25/ex-abercrombie-ceo-jeffries-pleads-not-guilty-to-us-charges?srnd=homepage-europe">https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-25/ex-abercrombie-ceo-jeffries-pleads-not-guilty-to-us-charges?srnd=homepage-europe</a>
Former Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Chief Executive Officer Mike Jeffries pleaded not guilty to running a sex-trafficking ring that coerced young men to engage in sexual acts with him in hopes of a career in modeling for the brand.

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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Abercrombie &amp; Fitch. Our analysis of options history for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) revealed 16 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 68% of traders were bullish, while 31% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 12 were puts, with a value of $1,211,853, and 4 were calls, valued at $278,470.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $100.0 to $140.0 for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's whale trades within a strike price range from $100.0 to $140.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729693839_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$9.5</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$285.2K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>939</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$52.3</td>
<td>$51.7</td>
<td>$52.3</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$151.6K</td>
<td>60</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$129.1K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$123.4K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>634</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.1</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$123.3K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Abercrombie &amp; Fitch</h3>
Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co is a specialty retailer that sells casual clothing, personal-care products, and accessories for men, women, and children. It sells direct to consumers through its stores and websites, which include the Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, Abercrombie kids, and Hollister brands. Most stores are in the United States, but the company does have many stores in Canada, Europe, and Asia. All stores are leased. Abercrombie ships to well over 100 countries via its websites. The company sources its merchandise from dozens of vendors that are primarily located in Asia and Central America. Abercrombie has two distribution centers in Ohio to support its North American operations. It uses third-party distributors for sales in Europe and Asia.
In light of the recent options history for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Current Position of Abercrombie &amp; Fitch</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 199,532, the price of ANF is down -1.17% at $153.01. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 27 days.</li>
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<h3>What The Experts Say On Abercrombie &amp; Fitch</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $195.0.
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Former Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) CEO Michael Jeffries was arrested Tuesday as part of a criminal sex trafficking investigation by the FBI and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/09/40676137/wall-street-analysts-think-abercrombie-could-surge-27-51-read-this-before-placing-a-bet">federal prosecutors. </a>&nbsp;
The Details: According to <a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/former-abercrombie-ceo-mike-jeffries-arrested-sex-trafficking/story?id=115019375">a report</a> from ABC News, Jeffries' partner Matthew Smith and a third man, Jim Jacobson, were also arrested in the investigation into possible sexual exploitation and abuse of young men.
A separate civil lawsuit filed last year accused Jeffries of exploiting young men for sex at parties he hosted with Smith in New York, London, Venice and elsewhere. The alleged victims said they were recruited by Jacobson, who acted as a middleman.
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One of the plaintiffs in the civil case, David Bradberry, said Jeffries drove Abercrombie's success using the &#8220;oversexualization of young men.&#8221; Bradberry's lawsuit included accusations that Jeffries, Smith, Jacobson and Abercrombie &amp; Fitch lured young men with promises of making them an Abercrombie model and then coercing them perform sexual acts and take drugs.&nbsp;
An attorney for another plaintiff, Brad Edwards, told ABC News in a statement:
&#8220;As we laid out in our lawsuit, this was an Abercrombie-run, sex trafficking organization that permeated throughout the company and allowed the three individuals arrested today to victimize dozens and dozens of young, aspiring male models.&#8221;
Jeffries, who joined Abercrombie &amp; Fitch in 1992 and led the company to its dramatic rise, stepped down in 2014 after declining performance, including 11 consecutive quarters of negative comparable-store sales. 
&#8220;We will respond in detail to the allegations after the Indictment is unsealed, and when appropriate, but plan to do so in the courthouse — not the media,&#8221; Brian Bieber, an attorney for Jeffries, told ABC News.
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/25/24</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$28.4K</td>
<td>23.6K</td>
<td>38.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/25/24</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$68.0K</td>
<td>10.5K</td>
<td>34.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$97.5K</td>
<td>8.1K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$28.0K</td>
<td>18.3K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$39.3K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TCOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$33.9K</td>
<td>832</td>
<td>638</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>M</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$28.2K</td>
<td>15</td>
<td>345</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$57.0K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>293</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LEN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$177.50</td>
<td>$32.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>119</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$55.8K</td>
<td>28</td>
<td>48</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on October 25, 2024. Parties traded 178 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.4K, with a price of $160.0 per contract. There were 23663 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 38794 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on October 25, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $68.0K, with a price of $680.0 per contract. There were 10522 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 34297 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 25 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 1500 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 50 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $97.5K, with a price of $65.0 per contract. There were 8189 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1577 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding F (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 60 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 413 contract(s) at a $11.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.0K, with a price of $68.0 per contract. There were 18330 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1138 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CZR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CZR#NASDAQ">CZR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 242 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 65 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $39.3K, with a price of $605.0 per contract. There were 5177 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1069 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TCOM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCOM#NASDAQ">TCOM</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 25 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.9K, with a price of $339.0 per contract. There were 832 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 638 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For M (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/M#NYSE">M</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 60 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 332 contract(s) at a $17.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.2K, with a price of $85.0 per contract. There were 15 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 345 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 788 day(s) on December 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 43 contract(s) at a $230.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.0K, with a price of $1325.0 per contract. There were 1587 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 293 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding LEN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 25 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 77 contract(s) at a $177.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.3K, with a price of $420.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 119 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ANF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 60 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 42 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $55.8K, with a price of $1330.0 per contract. There were 28 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 48 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
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Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) short percent of float has risen 9.48% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.32 million shares sold short, which is 15.24% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.58 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729103423_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 17.21%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Short Ideas

How Is The Market Feeling About Abercrombie & Fitch?

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ANF, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 9 uncommon options trades for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 33% bullish and 44%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $348,432, and 3 are calls, for a total amount of $137,710.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $135.0 to $200.0 for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch options trades today is 324.62 with a total volume of 326.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's big money trades within a strike price range of $135.0 to $200.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729097163_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$23.1</td>
<td>$21.0</td>
<td>$23.1</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$168.6K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">103</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$16.4</td>
<td>$16.0</td>
<td>$16.24</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$64.9K</td>
<td>402</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$37.6</td>
<td>$37.0</td>
<td>$37.35</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$56.0K</td>
<td>7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$42.1</td>
<td>$41.9</td>
<td>$42.1</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$42.1K</td>
<td>26</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$41.5</td>
<td>$40.3</td>
<td>$40.75</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$40.7K</td>
<td>75</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Abercrombie &amp; Fitch</h3>
Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co is a specialty retailer that sells casual clothing, personal-care products, and accessories for men, women, and children. It sells direct to consumers through its stores and websites, which include the Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, Abercrombie kids, and Hollister brands. Most stores are in the United States, but the company does have many stores in Canada, Europe, and Asia. All stores are leased. Abercrombie ships to well over 100 countries via its websites. The company sources its merchandise from dozens of vendors that are primarily located in Asia and Central America. Abercrombie has two distribution centers in Ohio to support its North American operations. It uses third-party distributors for sales in Europe and Asia.
In light of the recent options history for Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 653,080, the price of ANF is up by 0.98%, reaching $161.81.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 34 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Abercrombie &amp; Fitch</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $195.0.
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Looking At Abercrombie & Fitch's Recent Unusual Options Activity

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$26.5K</td>
<td>48.5K</td>
<td>90.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$152.0K</td>
<td>313</td>
<td>8.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$89.1K</td>
<td>29.4K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SIG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$52.0K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$119.9K</td>
<td>16.6K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LGIH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$70.0K</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>802</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YUMC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$69.8K</td>
<td>744</td>
<td>801</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$226.3K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>700</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YUM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$73.0K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>644</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$43.1K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>644</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 124 contract(s) at a $225.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 23 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.5K, with a price of $214.0 per contract. There were 48591 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 90627 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 17 day(s) on November 1, 2024. This event was a transfer of 981 contract(s) at a $97.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $152.0K, with a price of $155.0 per contract. There were 313 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8649 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 129 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 900 contract(s) at a $6.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $89.1K, with a price of $99.0 per contract. There were 29495 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2351 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SIG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIG#NYSE">SIG</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 94 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.0K, with a price of $520.0 per contract. There were 1474 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1677 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 157 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 110 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 22 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $119.9K, with a price of $1090.0 per contract. There were 16630 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1479 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LGIH (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LGIH#NASDAQ">LGIH</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 66 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $70.0K, with a price of $700.0 per contract. There were 2 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 802 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding YUMC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUMC#NYSE">YUMC</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 94 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 225 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 30 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $69.8K, with a price of $311.0 per contract. There were 744 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 801 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 248 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 178 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $226.3K, with a price of $1273.0 per contract. There were 2592 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 700 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For YUM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 469 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 85 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $73.0K, with a price of $160.0 per contract. There were 5129 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 644 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ANF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 38 day(s) on November 22, 2024. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.1K, with a price of $2159.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 644 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

LGIH

YUMC

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$25.1K</td>
<td>41.1K</td>
<td>60.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$25.4K</td>
<td>35.2K</td>
<td>28.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$34.0K</td>
<td>48.1K</td>
<td>8.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$26.4K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$75.5K</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
<td>891</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YUMC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$42.50</td>
<td>$41.3K</td>
<td>551</td>
<td>686</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ULTA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
<td>$167.1K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>595</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$92.4K</td>
<td>9.4K</td>
<td>260</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$205.2K</td>
<td>291</td>
<td>239</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YUM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$26.0K</td>
<td>490</td>
<td>130</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 4 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 109 contract(s) at a $225.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.1K, with a price of $230.0 per contract. There were 41106 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 60596 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 4 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.4K, with a price of $127.0 per contract. There were 35286 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 28760 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 95 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 250 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.0K, with a price of $136.0 per contract. There were 48107 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8937 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 97 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.4K, with a price of $273.0 per contract. There were 5042 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3237 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CZR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CZR#NASDAQ">CZR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 95 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $75.5K, with a price of $755.0 per contract. There were 6919 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 891 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding YUMC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUMC#NYSE">YUMC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 32 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 486 contract(s) at a $42.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 33 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.3K, with a price of $85.0 per contract. There were 551 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 686 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ULTA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 167 contract(s) at a $370.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 38 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $167.1K, with a price of $1000.0 per contract. There were 1670 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 595 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For W (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 95 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 328 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 63 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $92.4K, with a price of $282.0 per contract. There were 9455 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 260 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ANF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 67 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 135 contract(s) at a $160.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $205.2K, with a price of $1520.0 per contract. There were 291 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 239 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For YUM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 249 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 130 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.0K, with a price of $200.0 per contract. There were 490 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 130 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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Burlington Stores, Inc.&#39;s (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/burl#NYSE">BURL</a>) strong sales growth in the second quarter of 2024, driven by an aggressive store expansion strategy, robust comparable sales performance and operational efficiencies, positions the company for sustained success.
Enhanced inventory management and operational efficiencies have boosted profitability. The company&#39;s revised guidance for fiscal 2024 reflects confidence in its continued strong performance, with expectations for improved margins and earnings.
Investments in supply-chain upgrades and automation position Burlington for sustained long-term growth. The company remains well-positioned to provide continued value to both consumers and investors, solidifying its market presence and competitive advantage.
<h2>BURL Achieves Growth on Store Expansion &amp; Improved Margins</h2>
Burlington achieved a remarkable 13% growth in total sales in the second quarter due to rapid store expansion. The company added 36 stores, raising its total store count to 1,057. This expansion is expected to continue, with plans to open 100 stores and relocate 30 by the end of 2024.
Sales at these new locations exceeded expectations, typically generating about $7 million in their first full year of operation. Burlington&#39;s continued focus on growing its store footprint underscores its ability to scale revenues and enhance its market presence across the United States.
Burlington&#39;s comparable store sales (comp sales) grew 5% year over year, surpassing its guidance of flat to 2%. A key driver of this success has been the company&#39;s emphasis on full-price selling, which rose 7%, enabling Burlington to reduce markdowns and increase margins. By reducing clearance sales and focusing on full-price goods, the company improved profitability and showcased its ability to deliver value to consumers.
BURL also made significant strides in improving its margins. The company&#39;s gross margin rose by 110 basis points, reaching 42.8% in the second quarter primarily due to faster inventory turnover and fewer markdowns. Operational efficiencies in distribution centers helped offset inflationary pressures, while supply-chain improvements contributed to a 160-basis-point expansion in the operating margin.
<h2>Burlington&#39;s Strong Outlook for FY24</h2>
BURL, which shares space with Skechers (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/skx#NYSE">SKX</a>), Steven Madden, Ltd. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/shoo#NASDAQ">SHOO</a>) and Abercrombie (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/anf#NYSE">ANF</a>), updated its fiscal 2024 guidance, signaling a stronger outlook. Total sales are expected to rise 9-10%, up from the previously mentioned 8-10%. Comparable store sales are projected to grow 2-3%, an improvement from the earlier stated 0-2%.
The adjusted operating margin is forecast to increase 50-70 basis points, higher than the prior stated 40-60 basis points. Adjusted earnings per share are expected to be $7.66-$7.96, up from the previously stated $7.35-$7.75.
For the third quarter, Burlington anticipates a total sales increase of 10-12%, with comparable sales growth of 0-2% and an adjusted EBIT margin improvement of 60-80 basis points. In the fourth quarter, comparable sales are forecast to be flat or rise up to 2%, with total sales growth expected to be 5-7%.
<h2>Synopsis of SKX, SHOO &amp; ANF</h2>
Skechers is focused on expanding its direct-to-consumer segment and growing international sales. The company plans to invest in store openings, enhance omnichannel capabilities and build a second distribution center in China. These initiatives align with its long-term strategy to improve operational efficiency and expand customer reach. For fiscal 2024, Skechers expects sales between $8.88 billion and $8.98 billion, suggesting an increase from the $8 billion reported in fiscal 2023. It anticipates earnings per share between $4.08 and $4.18, indicating a rise from the $3.49 recorded in fiscal 2023.
Steven Madden&#39;s recovery in the U.S. wholesale footwear business signals a positive shift toward normalized inventory levels and renewed growth with key retail partners. This recovery underscores the brand&#39;s strength in its primary market and highlights its ability to overcome past challenges. With this improvement, the company is well-positioned for sustainable growth in its core business. Steven Madden&#39;s solid business framework enables it to capitalize on market opportunities and enhance stakeholder value. For 2024, SHOO expects revenue growth of 11-13% from that reported in 2023, with adjusted earnings projected at $2.55-$2.65 per share, implying growth from the $2.30 recorded in 2023.
Abercrombie is on track to achieve its 2024 target of demonstrating sustainable, profitable growth. The company expects to continue benefiting from strength in its brands, driven by its focus on delivering high-quality, on-trend assortments for new and retained customers across regions and brands. It has also been focused on making strategic investments across stores, digital and technology, which are slated to aid the company in the long term. Backed by the strong first-half fiscal 2024 results, Abercrombie raised its sales and operating margin views for the fiscal 2024. It anticipates net sales for fiscal 2024 to increase 12-13% from the $4.3 billion reported in the prior year. It earlier expected net sales growth of 10% for the fiscal 2024.
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Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 3.1% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.87%. Currently, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch has a market capitalization of $7.05 billion. 
Buying $1000 In ANF: If an investor had bought $1000 of ANF stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $4,118.54 today based on a price of $137.93 for ANF at the time of writing.
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Abercrombie & Fitch 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

In the last three months, 9 analysts have published ratings on Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
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<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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Analysts have recently evaluated Abercrombie &amp; Fitch and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $190.78, accompanied by a high estimate of $220.00 and a low estimate of $147.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 0.25% lower than the prior average price target of $191.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728072148_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Abercrombie &amp; Fitch. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
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<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$194.00</td>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
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<td>Corey Tarlowe</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
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<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Alexandra Steiger</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$147.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
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<td>Mauricio Serna</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$193.00</td>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$208.00</td>
<td>$208.00</td>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$208.00</td>
<td>$208.00</td>
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<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$194.00</td>
<td>$167.00</td>
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</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Abercrombie &amp; Fitch. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Abercrombie &amp; Fitch compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ANF/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Abercrombie &amp; Fitch analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Better</h2>
Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co is a specialty retailer that sells casual clothing, personal-care products, and accessories for men, women, and children. It sells direct to consumers through its stores and websites, which include the Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, Abercrombie kids, and Hollister brands. Most stores are in the United States, but the company does have many stores in Canada, Europe, and Asia. All stores are leased. Abercrombie ships to well over 100 countries via its websites. The company sources its merchandise from dozens of vendors that are primarily located in Asia and Central America. Abercrombie has two distribution centers in Ohio to support its North American operations. It uses third-party distributors for sales in Europe and Asia.
<h3>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 July, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 21.24%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 11.74%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 11.65% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 4.42%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Abercrombie &amp; Fitch's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.74, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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In-Depth Examination Of 9 Analyst Recommendations For Abercrombie & Fitch

Abercrombie & Fitch shares are trading higher after JP Morgan maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised its price target from $194 to $195. Also, the stock is moving on continued strength following the dockworker strike tentative agreement.

JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss maintains Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $194 to $195.

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JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Abercrombie & Fitch, Raises Price Target to $195

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Shares of apparel-related companies are trading higher after the dockworkers reached a deal to suspend their strike after they reached a tentative agreement.

Mid-cap stocks present a compelling investment opportunity due to their balanced risk, growth potential from expected interest rate cuts, strong earnings growth, which enhance long-term performance and diversification. Therefore, considering strong mid-cap stocks like Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF), PVH (PVH), and Semtech (SMTC), which are expected to soar by 25% or more, could be wise. Keep reading... Mid-cap stocks offer a balance between small caps' higher risk and large caps' stability, making them attractive in uncertain markets. With expected interest rate cuts improving financial conditions, investors may find growth potential in mid-caps like Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ANF/">ANF</a>), PVH Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PVH/">PVH</a>), and Semtech Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SMTC/">SMTC</a>), which analysts predict could rally over 25%.
In the past decade, mid-cap stocks have outperformed large-cap peers in earnings growth, fueled by innovation and streamlined business models. Despite their strong cash flows and profit margins, mid-caps are currently trading at a discount compared to historical averages. As earnings growth in the resilient U.S. economy extends beyond mega-cap tech, mid-cap stocks are gaining momentum.
The global economy is projected to grow by 3.2% in 2024 and <a href="https://www.spglobal.com/ratings/en/research/articles/240926-economic-research-global-economic-outlook-q4-2024-so-far-so-smooth-can-it-last-13261690">3.1% in 2025</a>, though outcomes will vary by region. In the U.S., GDP growth is forecasted at <a href="https://www.conference-board.org/research/us-forecast">2.4% for 2024</a>; however, slowing momentum and elevated prices could limit growth to 1.7% in 2025. Interest rates are expected to decrease to just above 3% as inflation moves closer to the Fed's target.
Therefore, focusing on high-quality mid-caps with competitive advantages can yield strong long-term performance with reduced volatility. These stocks are poised to deliver robust returns, making them appealing for diversification. Given these favorable trends, let's explore the fundamentals of the highlighted mid-cap stocks.
Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ANF/">ANF</a>)
Valued at $7.30 billion by market cap, ANF and its subsidiaries operate as an omnichannel retailer internationally. The company offers an assortment of apparel, personal care products, and accessories for men, women, and kids under the Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, Abercrombie Kids, Hollister, and Gilly Hicks brands. It sells products through its stores and various wholesale channels.
On August 15, 2024, ANF announced a partnership with Haddad Brands to expand global distribution for Abercrombie kids. The agreement adds new channels and introduces infant and toddler products to the brand's line.
In terms of the trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/l/levered-free-cash-flow.asp">levered FCF</a> margin, ANF's 9.86% is 95% higher than the 5.06% industry average. Its 14.39% trailing-12-month EBIT margin is 79.9% higher than the 8% industry average. Likewise, the stock's 1.60x trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio is 60.7% higher than the 0.99x industry average.
For the second quarter that ended on August 3, 2024, ANF's net sales increased 21.2% year-over-year to $1.13 billion. Its operating income grew 95.5% year-over-year to  $175.63 million. Similarly, its net income attributable to ANF was $133.17 million, or $2.50 per share, up 134.1% and 127.3% over the prior-year quarter.
For the quarter ending October 31, 2024, ANF's EPS and revenue are expected to increase 31.8% and 11.1% year-over-year to $2.41 and $1.17 billion, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, ANF's stock has gained 158.8% to close the last trading session at $142.37. The average analyst price target of $186.43 indicates a <a href="https://www.tipranks.com/stocks/anf/forecast">31% upside potential</a>.
It's no surprise that ANF has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
It has an A grade for Quality and a B for Growth. Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry, it is ranked #11 out of 59 stocks. To see ANF's Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ANF/">click here</a>.
PVH Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PVH/">PVH</a>)
Valued at $5.43 billion by market cap, PVH operates as an apparel company in the United States and internationally. The company operates through its Tommy Hilfiger North America, Tommy Hilfiger International, Calvin Klein North America, Calvin Klein International, and Heritage Brands Wholesale segments.
In terms of the trailing-12-month gross profit margin, PVH's 59.52% is 60.3% higher than the 37.13% industry average. Its 13.64% trailing-12-month EBITDA margin is 19.7% higher than the 11.39% industry average. Also, the stock's 10.53% trailing-12-month EBIT margin is 31.7% higher than the 8% industry average.
In the second quarter that ended on August 4, 2024, PVH's total revenue amounted to $2.07 billion. Its earnings before interest and taxes rose 21.4% year-over-year to $173.90 million. The company's net income stood at $158 million, up 67.7% year-over-year, while its net income per common share for the quarter grew 86.7% from the prior-year value to $2.80.
Street expects PVH's EPS for the quarter ending January 31, 2025, to increase marginally year-over-year to $3.73. Its revenue for the quarter ending April 30, 2024, is expected to rise 1.3% year-over-year to $1.98  billion. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 31.6% to close the last trading session at $97.06. The average analyst price target of $128.36 indicates a <a href="https://www.tipranks.com/stocks/pvh/forecast">32.3% upside potential</a>.
PVH's strong fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Value and a B for Quality. It is ranked #6 in the Fashion &amp; Luxury industry. Beyond what we stated above, we also have given PVH grades for Growth, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. Get all the PVH ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PVH/">here</a>.
Semtech Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SMTC/">SMTC</a>)
SMTC designs, develops, manufactures, and markets analog and mixed-signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms. It provides signal integrity products and video products for broadcast applications, as well as video-over-IP technology for professional audio and video applications.
On September 25, 2024, SMTC announced a collaboration with Traxmate to provide a hybrid IoT asset-tracking solution. This combines Traxmate's AI-enhanced location services with SMTC's LoRa Edge platform for seamless indoor and outdoor tracking.
On September 24, 2024, SMTC announced the release of a one-channel LoRaWAN hub reference design and evaluation kit, enabling cost-effective small-scale network deployments for SMB and smart home applications.
In terms of the trailing-12-month gross profit margin, SMTC's 49.83% is marginally higher than the 49.69% industry average.
SMTC's net sales for the fiscal second quarter that ended July 28, 2024, were $215.36 million. Its non-GAAP operating income came in at $30.54 million. Similarly, its non-GAAP net income attributable to common stockholders and non-GAAP EPS stood at $8.11 million and $0.11, respectively. Moreover, its adjusted EBITDA rose 3.8% year-over-year to $40.54 million.
Analysts expect SMTC's EPS for the quarter ending October 31, 2024, to increase considerably year-over-year to 0.23. Its revenue for the same quarter is expected to grow 15.5% year-over-year to $232.06 million.
Over the past nine months, the stock has gained 101.8% to close the last trading session at $42.43. The average analyst price target of $55.60 indicates a <a href="https://www.tipranks.com/stocks/smtc/forecast">31% upside potential</a>.
SMTC's POWR Ratings reflect its solid prospects. SMTC has a B grade for Growth. Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/semiconductor-wireless-chip/">Semiconductor &amp; Wireless Chip</a> industry, it is ranked #49 out of 92 stocks. To access SMTC's additional ratings for Value, Momentum, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SMTC/">click here</a>.
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