Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) Factsheet
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Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-08-27. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 19.2%. FCF margin 3.4%. D/E 1.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 19.2% | Solid returns |
| FCF Margin | 3.4% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 1.0x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 19.2% — Top 25% of sector peers. FCF margin 3.4% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: Burlington Stores, Inc. earns 19.2% ROIC, Top 25% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 19.2%, sector median 6.8%, Top 25%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 5.8% × asset turnover 1.3x. Gross margin 44.6%. Operating margin 7.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
| Metric | BURL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 19.2% | Good | Above sector median of 6.8% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 41.4% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 44.6% | Good | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 7.7% | Adequate | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: Burlington Stores, Inc. generates $412.5M FCF at 3.4% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $412.5M. FCF margin 3.4%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income 2.0x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
| Metric | BURL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 3.4% | Warning | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $412.5M | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 2.0x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Burlington Stores, Inc. at 1.0x leverage, 12.7x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 1.0x. Total debt $1.9B, cash & investments $703.7M. Interest coverage 12.7x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
| Metric | BURL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 1.0x | Adequate | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-1.2B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 12.7x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: Burlington Stores, Inc. trades at 22.1x earnings
P/E 22.1x. EV/Sales 1.4x. FCF yield 2.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
| Metric | BURL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 22.1x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 1.4x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 2.6% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
Capital Allocation: Burlington Stores, Inc. returns 2.2% shareholder yield, reducing shares 0.3% YoY
Total shareholder yield 2.2% (buyback 2.2%). Share count -0.3% YoY. Capital returned $345.8M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
| Metric | BURL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.2% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 2.2% | Adequate | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -0.3% | Adequate | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $345.8M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 19.2% | Top 25% | 2.8x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 3.4% | Top 50% | 1.0x above |
| Gross Margin | 44.6% | Top 50% | 1.2x above |
| Operating Margin | 7.7% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 41.4% | Top 25% | 3.7x above |
| P/E Ratio | 22.1x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | BURL | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 19.2% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 6.8%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 3.4% | Warning | Top 50% of sector (median: 3.2%) |
| Gross Margin | 44.6% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 38.1%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 95.6% | Adequate | Elevated but manageable |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 22.1x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.6% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Burlington Stores, Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 19.2%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 13.4% with a declining trend. Sector median 6.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
Q: What is Burlington Stores, Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) has a free cash flow margin of 3.4%, generating $412.5 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
Q: What is Burlington Stores, Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) trades at a P/E ratio of 22.1x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 1.4x. FCF yield 2.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
Q: How much debt does Burlington Stores, Inc. have?
Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.0x with total debt of $1.9 billion. Interest coverage 12.7x. Net debt $1.2 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
Q: What is Burlington Stores, Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) grew revenue by 10.9% year-over-year. EPS +31.3% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
Q: Is Burlington Stores, Inc. buying back stock?
Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) repurchased $345.8 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 2.2%. Share count -0.3% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
Q: How does Burlington Stores, Inc. compare to competitors in Consumer Discretionary?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Discretionary, Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) shows: ROIC 19.2%, sector median 6.8% (Top 25%). FCF margin 3.4%, sector median 3.2% (Top 50%). Gross margin 44.6%, 6.5pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Discretionary companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Burlington Stores, Inc.?
Quantitative warning flags for Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL): 1) FCF margin 3.4% (below 5%). Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-27.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-08-27. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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