Rocky Brands Inc is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of premium footwear and apparel under brands such as Muck, XTRATUF, Rocky, Durango, Georgia Boot, Lehigh, Ranger, and the licensed brand Michelin... Show more
Rocky Brands, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of premium footwear and apparel sold under brands such as Rocky, Durango, Georgia Boot, Muck, and XTRATUF. Headquartered in Nelsonville, Ohio, the company focuses on outdoor, work, and lifestyle footwear, targeting consumers in rugged environments like hunting, fishing, construction, and farming. Its business model emphasizes direct-to-consumer retail alongside wholesale distribution, providing diversified revenue streams. In a competitive industry dominated by larger players, Rocky Brands maintains a niche in durable, weather-resistant products, which has bolstered its resilience. Strong fundamentals, including consistent sales growth in recent quarters, explain much of the recent stock price appreciation as investors reward operational momentum.
Over the last 30 days, RCKY stock advanced from a close of $38.20 to $43.84, marking a +15% gain. The movement was volatile, featuring an initial consolidation around $38-$39, followed by a sharp rally in early April amid earnings anticipation, peaking near $44 before stabilizing.
In the past quarter, shares surged +37% from $32.09 to $43.84. Performance was trend-driven with a significant mid-period spike to nearly $48, a subsequent pullback to the upper $30s, and a strong recovery, highlighting the stock's responsiveness to company-specific news.
The primary catalyst for RCKY's 30-day rally was the Q1 2026 earnings release, which highlighted a 9% year-over-year sales increase, building on prior momentum. This beat expectations and signaled sustained demand for the company's boot and apparel lines. Positive guidance reinforced investor confidence, prompting a swift price rebound from late-March lows. Analyst sentiment shifted favorably post-earnings, with focus on retail segment strength. Sector tailwinds, including seasonal demand for outdoor gear, amplified the move, though minor macroeconomic pressures like consumer spending caution introduced short-term volatility.
The quarter's +37% gain stemmed from back-to-back strong earnings reports. Q4 results earlier showed a 1.7% sales rise to $128.1 million, sparking an initial rally. This was followed by Q1's 9% growth, creating a narrative of recovery and expansion. Institutional interest grew amid improving fundamentals, while competitive positioning in workwear and outdoor footwear benefited from steady industry demand. Macro factors, such as stable interest rates supporting discretionary purchases, provided a supportive backdrop. A mid-quarter dip reflected profit-taking and broader market rotation, but cumulative earnings beats proved the dominant force.
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Investors should monitor upcoming Q2 earnings for continued sales momentum and margin updates. Industry trends in outdoor and work footwear demand, influenced by consumer spending and weather patterns, remain key. Macroeconomic indicators like interest rates and inflation will impact discretionary purchases. Strategic developments, such as brand expansions or retail partnerships, could sway sentiment. Risks include supply chain disruptions or competitive pressures, while catalysts like analyst coverage changes merit attention.
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The RSI Indicator for RCKY moved out of oversold territory on May 15, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from a downward trend to an upward trend. Traders may want to buy the stock or call options. The A.I.dvisor looked at 39 similar instances when the indicator left oversold territory. In of the 39 cases the stock moved higher. This puts the odds of a move higher at .
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on May 26, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on RCKY as a result. In of 92 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for RCKY just turned positive on May 21, 2026. Looking at past instances where RCKY's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 42 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where RCKY advanced for three days, in of 263 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 53 cases where RCKY's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
RCKY moved below its 50-day moving average on June 02, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for RCKY crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on May 04, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 16 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where RCKY declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for RCKY entered a downward trend on May 22, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued 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: P/B Ratio (1.134) is normal, around the industry mean (2.684). P/E Ratio (15.377) is within average values for comparable stocks, (52.949). RCKY's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is very low in comparison to the industry average of (1.182). Dividend Yield (0.017) settles around the average of (0.031) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.583) is also within normal values, averaging (1.734).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding 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 Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. RCKY’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable 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 Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. RCKY’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 91, placing this stock worse than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
a developer of outdoor clothing and footwear
Industry WholesaleDistributors