Bath & Body WorksNYSE: BBWI

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE: BBWI) has announced that the company and Julie Rosen, who is the President of Retail, have come to a mutual agreement regarding Ms. Rosen's position.

BBWI is a top player in a high-quality market, but its stock is behaving as if it's failing. I anticipate that BBWI will start to grow again in 2025 by focusing on its loyal customers, successful partnerships, and entering new product areas and global markets. If BBWI manages to grow in 2025, I think it deserves a higher valuation similar to its industry competitors.

Bath and Body Works plans to hire 30,000 seasonal workers for its over 1,800 stores in the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Additionally, the company will recruit 2,700 associates for its four distribution centers located in central Ohio. This announcement was made on September 12, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio.

Bath & Body Works is considered undervalued, with an estimated fair value of $38 per share, which suggests a potential increase of 32% from its current price. The company enjoys strong customer loyalty, a solid presence across various sales channels, and effective operations that lead to high returns on investment. Although it faces challenges such as economic fluctuations and competition, BBWI's strategic plans and innovative approaches set it up for ongoing growth.

I have a neutral opinion on Bath & Body Works Inc. because the short-term outlook is not very promising and there are no strong reasons for growth. The stock price is currently at the lower end of its trading range over the past ten years. Sales are likely to be weak due to careful consumer spending, unsuccessful new products, and increasing inventory that may result in discounts.

Bath & Body Works, Inc. (BBWI) announced that its sales for the second quarter were lower than anticipated and provided adjusted earnings per share (EPS) guidance for the fiscal year 2024 that is below expectations. Additionally, the company has given third-quarter EPS guidance that also falls short of estimates.

Bath & Body Works, listed on the NYSE as BBWI, has had a challenging year. In 2024, the retailer, known for its home fragrances, body care products, and soaps, has experienced a drop of about 24% in its stock value. The company is based in Columbus, Ohio.

Bath & Body Works (BBWI) saw its stock price drop after the company lowered its forecasts for 2024 and did not meet expectations for its sales in the second quarter.