5 Best Apparel Stocks to Buy in 2026

2. Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL)

On March 6, 2026, Telsey Advisory boosted its price objective for Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) from $350 to $365 while keeping an Outperform rating. The firm reported significant fourth-quarter sales growth and gross margin increase exceeding expectations.

Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with Q4 total sales rising by 11% and comparable store sales growth of 4%, resulting in a net income of $310 million and diluted EPS of $4.84. The company reported adjusted EPS of $4.99, up 21% year-on-year, and increased the adjusted EBIT margin by 100 basis points.

Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) achieved 9% sales growth and a 2% comparable sales increase in 2025, with a net income of $610 million and diluted EPS of $9.51. Adjusted EPS grew by 22% to $10.17, while the adjusted EBIT margin rose by 80 basis points. Management focused on momentum and consistent execution.

Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:BURL) sells affordable apparel and household supplies. It sells women’s ready-to-wear clothing, accessories, footwear, men’s and youth clothing, baby items, outerwear, beauty products, toys, and gifts.