Bath and Body Works shares have fallen 8.7% over the past six months to $20.79, underperforming the S&P 500's 9% gain. The retailer's same-store sales have declined at an average annual rate of 1.9% over the last two years, signaling waning demand. Wall Street analysts project revenue will drop 1.7% in the next 12 months, while earnings per share grew at a modest 4.5% compounded annual rate over three years. The stock trades at 8.1 times forward earnings, but analysts suggest a top digital advertising platform riding the creator economy as a more compelling alternative.
Bath & Body Works Inc.Same-store sales declining and projected revenue drop indicate waning demand for Bath & Body Works products.
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