Crocs Inc is engaged in the design, development, marketing, distribution, and sale of casual lifestyle footwear accessories for men, women, and children... Show more
Crocs, Inc. is a global casual footwear company headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, best known for its iconic foam clogs. The business operates two principal brands: the core Crocs brand, anchored by the Classic Clog and an expanding product-diversification lineup, and HEYDUDE, a lightweight, comfort-focused footwear label acquired in 2022. The company sells through direct-to-consumer channels, including company-operated stores and e-commerce, as well as a network of wholesale and retail partners across North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. Investors follow CROX closely for its strong cash generation, aggressive share-repurchase program, and its ability to sustain brand momentum while managing HEYDUDE's turnaround.
Over the last 30 days, Crocs shares advanced approximately 28.8%, rising from a closing level near $118.09 in early October to around $152 in early November. The bulk of that gain occurred in a single session on October 29, 2026, when the stock surged roughly 25% after the company reported third-quarter results that exceeded expectations and raised its full-year outlook.
Across the last quarter, the trajectory was choppier. After trading above $141 in early August, shares pulled back into a trough near $109 in early September, recovered to the mid-$120s by late September, and then drifted lower again ahead of earnings. Measured from early August levels near $135 to the early November price near $152, the stock has risen about 13% over the quarter, with the recent earnings-driven breakout representing the dominant catalyst for the multi-month advance.
The primary driver of the 30-day move was Crocs' third-quarter 2026 earnings report, released on October 29, 2026. The company reported revenue of $1.04 billion, up 4.6% year over year and ahead of the consensus estimate of roughly $1.0 billion. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $3.69, a 26.4% increase from $2.92 a year earlier and well above the consensus of approximately $3.31.
Investors also responded to stronger-than-expected guidance. For the fourth quarter, management projected revenue growth of 7% to 9% and adjusted EPS of $3.25 to $3.45, with the midpoint above analyst estimates. For the full year, Crocs raised its adjusted EPS guidance to a range of $14.45 to $14.65, up from $13.70 to $14.00, and increased its revenue growth outlook to approximately 3% from a prior range of 1% to 2%. This marked the company's third consecutive upward revision to its full-year outlook.
Additional supportive factors included the return to growth of the HEYDUDE brand, which posted revenue up 6.1% to $170 million, and a double-digit international revenue increase for the core Crocs brand. The company also repurchased approximately 2.0 million shares for $250 million during the quarter, underscoring continued capital returns.
The broader quarterly narrative centered on Crocs' efforts to stabilize growth across both brands while defending profitability. Heading into the quarter, investor sentiment was tempered by concerns about slowing demand and the HEYDUDE brand's extended sales declines, which contributed to the stock's pullback into the $109 area in early September. The shares subsequently recovered as the market anticipated improving fundamentals.
The decisive turn came with the Q3 report, which showed growth across brands, channels, and geographies, along with margin expansion. Adjusted operating margin improved to 22.3% from 20.8% a year earlier, and HEYDUDE returned to growth for the first time in several quarters. Combined with the raised full-year guidance and continued share buybacks, these results shifted sentiment decisively, sending the stock to levels not seen in roughly five years and anchoring the quarterly advance.
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Looking ahead, several factors are likely to shape Crocs' share performance. Investors will monitor the company's fourth-quarter results to confirm that the raised guidance is achievable, particularly the projected 7% to 9% revenue growth and the HEYDUDE brand's ability to sustain its return to growth. International demand for the core Crocs brand, product-diversification momentum, and the performance of new launches through the holiday shopping season are also key areas of focus.
On the macro side, consumer discretionary spending, foreign-exchange fluctuations, and tariff-related dynamics remain relevant risks. Competitive pressure in the casual footwear market and the pace of share repurchases will also factor into sentiment. Analysts will be watching whether the company can sustain margin expansion while reinvesting in brand marketing and product innovation.
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CROX saw its Momentum Indicator move above the 0 level on October 14, 2026. This is an indication that the stock could be shifting in to a new upward move. Traders may want to consider buying the stock or buying call options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 79 similar instances where the indicator turned positive. In 60 of the 79 cases, the stock moved higher in the following days. The odds of a move higher are at 76%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for CROX just turned positive on October 15, 2026. Looking at past instances where CROX's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in 33 of 45 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 73%.
CROX moved above its 50-day moving average on October 28, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for CROX crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on October 23, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In 15 of 21 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 71%.
Following a +1.91% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where CROX advanced for three days, in 201 of 274 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 73%.
The RSI Indicator has been in the overbought zone for 2 days. Expect a price pull-back in the near future.
The Stochastic Oscillator has been in the overbought zone for 1 day. Expect a price pull-back in the near future.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where CROX declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 77%.
CROX broke above its upper Bollinger Band on October 29, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 25 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 35 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. CROX’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 41 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: CROX's P/B Ratio (5.302) is slightly higher than the industry average of (2.868). P/E Ratio (13.515) is within average values for comparable stocks, (12.082). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.030) is also within normal values, averaging (0.949). Dividend Yield (0.067) settles around the average of (0.054) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.460) is also within normal values, averaging (1.162).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 90 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 90 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. CROX’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 89, placing this stock worse than average.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of 95 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
a retailer of footwear for men, women and children
Industry WholesaleDistributors