Levi Strauss Balance Sheet Health
Financial Health criteria checks 6/6
Levi Strauss has a total shareholder equity of $2.2B and total debt of $1.0B, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 47.6%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $6.6B and $4.4B respectively. Levi Strauss's EBIT is $732.5M making its interest coverage ratio 14.4. It has cash and short-term investments of $812.0M.
Key information
47.56%
Debt to equity ratio
US$1.05b
Debt
| Interest coverage ratio | 14.4x |
| Cash | US$812.00m |
| Equity | US$2.21b |
| Total liabilities | US$4.37b |
| Total assets | US$6.57b |
Recent financial health updates
Recent updates
LEVI: Top Pick Endorsements And Guidance Shift Will Frame Balanced Return Outlook
Analysts now view Levi Strauss shares as fairly valued around a $23.00 price target, supported by recent positive views that added the stock to a Top Pick list and initiated coverage with a bullish stance. Analyst Commentary Recent research has highlighted Levi Strauss as a favored name, with the stock added to a Top Pick list and new coverage launched with a bullish stance.
LEVI: Top Pick Status And Margin Stability Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Levi Strauss higher to about $32.66 from roughly $32.11, citing fresh bullish research that points to steadier profit margins and a lower expected future P/E multiple following recent positive coverage and a Top Pick designation. Analyst Commentary Recent research has reinforced a constructive view on Levi Strauss, with bullish analysts pointing to steadier profit margins and a valuation that they see as more attractive after the latest price target revisions.Levi Strauss: Defying A Tough Retail Environment
Apr 08
Levi Strauss & Co. (LEVI): The "Denim Lifestyle" Pivot and the DTC Renaissance
Levi Strauss & Co. (LEVI) , the world’s undisputed leader in denim, closed the April 6, 2026, session at $19.65 USD on the NYSE. As of today, the company is on the cusp of its Q1 2026 earnings release, set for tomorrow morning.
LEVI: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Top Pick Endorsements
Analysts have nudged their average price target for Levi Strauss modestly higher to around $33, citing the stock's addition to a major firm’s top pick list and supportive new bullish coverage that highlights confidence in the company’s long term earnings profile and price-to-earnings (P/E) potential. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the stock’s inclusion on a top pick list as a sign that execution on the core business and brand is tracking well enough to stand out within the apparel group.LEVI: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Brand Execution And Research Support
Analysts keep their fair value estimate for Levi Strauss steady at $27.00, citing recent upbeat research that includes a Jefferies initiation with a positive view and a $1 increase in a key Street price target to $33.00, while making only minor tweaks to the discount rate and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see recent research support as consistent with the current US$27.00 fair value estimate, pointing to external targets around US$33.00 as a sign that the stock is viewed as having headroom within existing P/E assumptions.LEVI: Bullish Coverage And Brand Strength Will Support Future Margin Resilience
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Levi Strauss by about $0.87 to $32.11. This reflects updated assumptions around a slightly higher discount rate, stronger revenue growth, modestly improved profit margins, and a lower future P/E, alongside recent bullish coverage and a $1 increase in a key Street price target to $33.LEVI: Future Returns Will Be Driven By AI Productivity And Margin Execution
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Levi Strauss slightly lower to about $27, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a modestly lower future P/E multiple. The changes still point to constructive views, as highlighted by a recent bullish initiation and a $1 increase in a separate $33 target.LEVI: Higher UBS Price Objective Will Support Richer Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Levi Strauss from US$14.00 to US$23.00, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, margins and future P/E, along with recent Street research that includes a higher US$33 price target from UBS. Analyst Commentary The move in the fair value estimate to US$23 sits below the recent US$33 price target cited in Street research, which highlights a gap between more optimistic expectations and a more tempered view on execution and valuation risk.LEVI: Future Returns Will Be Driven By AI Productivity And Direct To Consumer Strength
Analysts have nudged their price target on Levi Strauss higher to US$33 from US$32, pointing to modest adjustments in fair value estimates, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions as support for the new level. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a slightly higher fair value for Levi Strauss at US$33 per share, with the move linked to fine tuning of core assumptions around growth, margins, the discount rate and future P/E levels.Estimating The Fair Value Of Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE:LEVI)
Jan 06
LEVI: Brand Strength And Casualization Trends Will Support Future Margin Resilience
Analysts have made a small adjustment to their fair value estimate for Levi Strauss to about $32.98. This reflects a blend of recent buy initiation and positive brand commentary, alongside ongoing questions about spending and margins that are influencing updated price targets.LEVI: Brand Strength And Margin Resilience Will Drive Upside Ahead
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Levi Strauss from $24.82 to $33.00 per share, citing a strengthening brand, resilient gross margins despite tariff and spending headwinds, and a constructive setup for continued beat-and-raise potential. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are increasingly constructive on Levi Strauss, highlighting a combination of brand strength, margin resilience, and conservative guidance that underpins the recent reset higher in fair value estimates.LEVI: Future Returns Will Be Driven By International And Direct To Consumer Strength
Analysts have nudged their price target for Levi Strauss slightly higher to about $27 from roughly $26.80 as they grow more confident in the brand's competitive strength, direct-to-consumer momentum, and the company's ability to manage near term margin headwinds while benefiting from enduring denim and casualization trends. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a generally constructive stance on Levi Strauss, with multiple firms raising price targets into the mid to high $20s and highlighting durable brand momentum, direct to consumer growth, and manageable macro and cost headwinds.LEVI: Future Performance Will Be Driven By 60% International Revenue Strength
Levi Strauss saw its analyst price target increase to $27. Analysts cited continued brand strength, momentum in strategic initiatives, and better-than-expected revenue and margin trends as key drivers for the upward revision.LEVI: Future Will Be Driven By Strong Brand Momentum And International Sales
Levi Strauss's analyst price target has increased to approximately $27. Analysts cite strong brand momentum, resilient gross margin performance, and optimism around international growth as key drivers behind the new valuation.Brand Strength And Global Reach Will Drive Momentum Amid Mixed Outlook
Levi Strauss's analyst price target has increased modestly to $26.79 per share, as analysts point to ongoing brand strength and manageable near-term headwinds that support a positive outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent street research shows a mixed but overall positive sentiment among analysts regarding Levi Strauss, reflecting both optimism and caution around the company’s near-term prospects and longer-term positioning.International Markets And DTC Focus Will Reshape Retail Landscape
Levi Strauss received an increase in analyst price target, rising from $24.23 to $26.46 per share. Analysts cited strong recent earnings, robust direct-to-consumer growth, and manageable tariff-related margin headwinds as reasons for their upward revisions.International Markets And DTC Focus Will Reshape Retail Landscape
Levi Strauss’s analyst price target was raised to $24.23, reflecting strong direct-to-consumer growth, positive gross margin trends, and ongoing strategic execution, supported by raised annual guidance and conservative management outlooks. Analyst Commentary Stronger North America direct-to-consumer growth, supported by positive currency tailwinds and higher gross margin from improved product mix and full-priced selling.Returns Are Gaining Momentum At Levi Strauss (NYSE:LEVI)
Aug 19Are Investors Undervaluing Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE:LEVI) By 35%?
Jul 27Levi Strauss (NYSE:LEVI) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Jun 25A Piece Of The Puzzle Missing From Levi Strauss & Co.'s (NYSE:LEVI) 37% Share Price Climb
May 09Returns On Capital Are Showing Encouraging Signs At Levi Strauss (NYSE:LEVI)
May 05Levi Strauss & Co. Has Finally Gone On Sale, If Just Barely (Rating Upgrade)
Apr 08Levi Strauss: Uncertain U.S. Macro Backdrop Makes Me Concerned
Feb 06Levi Strauss Wants To Grow MSD Next Year But Trades At 15x Earnings, Unattractive
Jan 30Levi Strauss: Grab The Dip And 3% Dividend Yield, As Apparel Shopping Looks Strong
Nov 28
Accelerating Direct-to-Consumer Strategy And Global Expansion Fuels Brand Growth
Levi Strauss is focusing on direct-to-consumer operations and international expansion to increase profitability, market share, and revenue.Levi Strauss - Decent Return Since 2022, But Not Outperforming (Rating Downgrade)
Oct 03Financial Position Analysis
Short Term Liabilities: LEVI's short term assets ($2.9B) exceed its short term liabilities ($1.8B).
Long Term Liabilities: LEVI's short term assets ($2.9B) exceed its long term liabilities ($2.5B).
Debt to Equity History and Analysis
Debt Level: LEVI's net debt to equity ratio (10.8%) is considered satisfactory.
Reducing Debt: LEVI's debt to equity ratio has reduced from 145.8% to 47.6% over the past 5 years.
Debt Coverage: LEVI's debt is well covered by operating cash flow (65.6%).
Interest Coverage: LEVI's interest payments on its debt are well covered by EBIT (14.4x coverage).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/01 21:46 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/01 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/11/30 |
Data Sources
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Analyst Sources
Levi Strauss & Co. is covered by 21 analysts. 14 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Adrienne Yih-Tennant | Barclays |
| Paul Kearney | Barclays |
| Laurent Vasilescu | BNP Paribas |