Williams Trading raises target for VF Corporation stock to USD 22
Published on 10/18/2026 at 13:33 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSAnalyst targets and earnings date
- Williams Trading raised its target to USD 22 from USD 20 on October 15, 2026.
- Fiscal first-quarter revenue fell 5.2 percent year over year to USD 1.67 billion.
- VF Corporation had a USD 6.6 billion market value as of October 16, 2026.
VF Corporation (ISIN US9182041080) drew a higher analyst target on October 15, 2026, when Williams Trading lifted its view from USD 20 to USD 22 while keeping a Buy rating, according to Investing.com. VF Corporation has scheduled its second-quarter fiscal 2027 results for October 28, 2026, according to the company's investor-relations page.
Three dated catalysts
The latest target increase followed two earlier developments. On July 29, 2026, VF Corporation reported fiscal first-quarter revenue of USD 1.67 billion and a GAAP net loss of USD 97.15 million, according to Nasdaq. On October 12, 2026, Barclays raised its target from USD 23 to USD 24 while keeping an Overweight rating, as reported by Markets Insider. Williams Trading's October 15 action is the most recent of the three.
What does the target change mean?
The central question is whether the valuation shift can be supported by a better operating trend. Fiscal first-quarter revenue declined 5.2 percent from USD 1.76 billion in the prior-year quarter, while the reported GAAP net loss narrowed from USD 116.41 million to USD 97.15 million, according to Nasdaq. Williams Trading pointed to improving trends at Vans and Altra but also noted softer Timberland conditions, making the October report important for the balance between growth and margin recovery.
Dates investors can track
The next scheduled company event is the second-quarter fiscal 2027 earnings release on October 28, 2026. The company also plans a conference call on that date, according to the investor-relations page. VF Corporation's business spans outdoor, active and workwear apparel, footwear and accessories, with brands including The North Face, Timberland and Vans.
Valuation sets the backdrop
VF Corporation had a market capitalization of USD 6.6 billion as of October 16, 2026. Its 52-week range was USD 12.46 to USD 22.27 on the same date, placing the latest US closing price of USD 16.85 within that interval. The upcoming report will test whether the recent analyst optimism is supported by revenue, brand performance and profitability figures.
VF Corporation stock facts
- Company: V.F. Corporation
- ISIN: US9182041080
- Ticker: VFC
- Primary exchange: NYSE
- Market capitalization: USD 6.6 billion (as of October 16, 2026)
- 52-week range: USD 12.46-22.27 (as of October 16, 2026)
- Sector / Industry: Consumer Cyclical / Apparel - Manufacturers
- Next earnings date: October 28, 2026
Market context: Market report S&P 500.
