Birkenstock (BIRK.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 40% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for Birkenstock (BIRK.US) – stock price at 37.08 $, August 2026
Birkenstock stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Birkenstock Price Target 2026: Analysts See 41% Upside

The average price target for Birkenstock is $52.33. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 41,13% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Birkenstock overvalued or undervalued?

Birkenstock is currently undervalued with a gap of 41.1% relative to the price target.


The current price is $37.08, which places Birkenstock in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $47.10, and overvalued when the price exceeds $57.56.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Birkenstock, the fair value range lies between $47.10 and $57.56.


See the full price target analysis for Birkenstock →

Analyst Ratings for Birkenstock stock in 2026: Strong Buy

22 analysts cover Birkenstock. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 86.4% recommend buying. The average price target is $52.33, which gives an upside of 41.1% from the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.55/5)
Strong Buy
15 (68.2%)
Buy
4 (18.2%)
Hold
3 (13.6%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.55 out of 5 based on 22 analysts

About Birkenstock – Footwear & Accessories

Birkenstock Holding plc manufactures and sells footwear products. It also offers sandals, shoes, closed-toe silhouettes, skincare products, and accessories. The company sells its products through e-commerce sites and a network of owned retail stores, as well as business-to-business channels. It operates in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Europe, APMA, and internationally. Birkenstock Holding plc was founded in 1774 and is based in London, the United Kingdom. Birkenstock Holding plc operates as a subsidiary of BK LC Lux MidCo S.à r.l. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Birkenstock

$ 7,0B Market cap
$ 2,2B Revenue
Footwear & Accessories Industry
17.53 P/E
3.19 P/S
2.15 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Birkenstock?

Stable stock

Birkenstock is classified as a stable stock.

Score Overview for Birkenstock

💰 Value Score 70/100 (High)
⭐ Quality Score 70/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 32/100 (Low)
📊 Total Score 57/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in Birkenstock that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High short interest: 16.7% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.
⚠️ Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 20% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Birkenstock trades at a P/E ratio of 17.5, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 14.0 (20% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 3.2. The P/B ratio is 2.1. The PEG ratio is 1.11.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Birkenstock has a profit margin of 16.3% (solid) and an operating margin of 26.9%. Return on equity (ROE) is 12.5% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 6.7%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -20.4% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 3.80 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 86.1% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 16.72% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in Birkenstock 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Birkenstock have made 6 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 4,072,650 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Bouyakhf Mehdi Nico, Pitcher Anne, Kumar Nisha and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 2 sales. A net 3,829,200 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 6 transactions: 0 purchases and 6 sales. A net 4,072,650 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Bouyakhf Mehdi Nico sold 30,000 shares at 44 $ each on 2026-06-08.

Who is selling: Bouyakhf Mehdi Nico, Pitcher Anne, Kumar Nisha, Kennedy Ruth Anne Francis, Arnault Alexandre.

Latest Insider Trades in Birkenstock (2026)

The table shows the last 6 reported insider transactions in Birkenstock. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-06-08 Bouyakhf Mehdi Nico Sell 30,000 44 1,305,000
2026-06-05 Bouyakhf Mehdi Nico Sell 60,000 42 2,524,200
2026-04-29 Pitcher Anne Sell 1,623 38 60,863
2026-04-29 Kumar Nisha Sell 1,623 38 60,863
2026-04-29 Kennedy Ruth Anne Francis Sell 1,623 38 60,863
2026-04-29 Arnault Alexandre Sell 1,623 38 60,863

Who is buying and selling Birkenstock shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Bouyakhf Mehdi Nico, Pitcher Anne, Kumar Nisha, Kennedy Ruth Anne Francis, Arnault Alexandre. In total, 4,072,650 $ was sold across 6 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Birkenstock Short Selling 2026: 16.7% Sold Short

Very high short interest: 16.7% of the free float
Short % of free float
16.7%
Assessment
Very high short interest
Short squeeze risk
High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a very high share of short selling. Between 10-20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 16.7% means that 16.7% of the freely traded shares in Birkenstock have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices. On positive surprises (e.g. a strong earnings report), short sellers can be forced to buy back shares quickly to close their positions, which can cause a short squeeze with sharp price gains in a short time.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 8/13/2026. With a short interest of 16.7%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Birkenstock Report Earnings – Next Date: 8/13/2026

The next earnings report from Birkenstock is scheduled for August 13, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the second quarter (Q2), which ended on June 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Birkenstock 2026 – Signal: Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Birkenstock (BIRK.US) – RSI 32, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Birkenstock technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Birkenstock Holding plc

Birkenstock Holding plc is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $37.48 is 10.6% below the 20-day average ($41.94). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 14.0% below the 50-day average ($43.60). Long term, the stock is 7.8% below the 200-day average ($40.65), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (43.60) is above the 200-day average (40.65), which is a classic bullish signal for Birkenstock Holding plc.

Is Birkenstock Holding plc overbought or oversold?

Birkenstock Holding plc has an RSI of 32.0. The stock sits in the lower part of the neutral zone, which points to weak momentum without being oversold. In the current downtrend, be careful about reading this as a buying opportunity.

MACD Analysis for Birkenstock Holding plc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-1.460), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (-0.911) by 0.549, which confirms growing negative momentum in the downtrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.322), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (0.203) by 0.119, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Short-term momentum is still falling – a deeper pullback is possible.

Risk Profile for Birkenstock Holding plc

Birkenstock Holding plc has an annual standard deviation of 49.1%, which classifies the stock as high risk. Sizeable price swings are normal, and the stock requires a higher risk tolerance.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Birkenstock Holding plc

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-1.460). Weekly bullish (0.322).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly rising.

RSI: 32.0 – neutral.

Technical signal: Sell

The trend is negative and MACD is below the zero line, which confirms the bearish momentum. Consider reducing the position or setting a stop-loss.

Frequently Asked Questions About Birkenstock stock in 2026

Should you buy Birkenstock stock now?
No, the technical signal for Birkenstock is currently SELL. Birkenstock trades at $37.08 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -1.460 with falling momentum (signal: -0.911); RSI is at 32.0 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $52.33 points to 41.1% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Birkenstock stock?
The average analyst price target for Birkenstock is $52.33. The current price is $37.08, which gives an upside of 41.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $47.10 and $57.56.
Is Birkenstock a dividend stock?
No, Birkenstock does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Birkenstock stock?
Birkenstock is rated as a stock with high risk. the annual standard deviation is 49.1%, which classifies the stock as high risk.
Is Birkenstock overvalued?
No, Birkenstock is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (41.1% upside). Birkenstock has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 17.5 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 3.2, a P/B ratio of 2.1. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 41.1%.
Is Birkenstock overbought?
No, Birkenstock is not overbought. RSI is at 32.0 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 32.0 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 11.6% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Birkenstock earnings report?
Birkenstock reports its next earnings on August 13, 2026. The stock currently trades at $37.08. With a P/E ratio of 17.5, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations. The RSI is at 32.0, so the report can reinforce the current technical trend.
Is Birkenstock shorted?
Yes, Birkenstock is shorted with 16.7% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Birkenstock stock?
No, insiders are not buying Birkenstock shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 2 sales. On a net basis, 3,829,200 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 6 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 6 sales, with a net 4,072,650 $ sold. Active sellers include Bouyakhf Mehdi Nico, Pitcher Anne, Kumar Nisha and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Birkenstock a good stock?
Based on our total score, Birkenstock is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 57 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 70/100, Quality: 70/100, Momentum: 32/100. In addition: analysts see 41.1% upside to the price target; technical signal: Sell. Whether Birkenstock is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Birkenstock stock?
The outlook for Birkenstock based on current data: the average analyst price target is $52.33 (+41.1%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 8/13/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 17.5 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Birkenstock stock falling?
Birkenstock is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 11.6% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 16.7% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Birkenstock go?
The average analyst price target for Birkenstock is $52.33, which corresponds to a potential gain of 41.1% from the current price of $37.08. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Birkenstock fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Birkenstock. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Birkenstock do?
Birkenstock Holding plc manufactures and sells footwear products. It also offers sandals, shoes, closed-toe silhouettes, skincare products, and accessories. The company sells its products through e-commerce sites and a network of owned retail stores, as well as business-to-bus... The company belongs to the Cyklisk forbrug sector, more specifically the Footwear & Accessories industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Birkenstock as an investment.
Did Birkenstock raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Birkenstock. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Birkenstock making money or losing money?
Yes, Birkenstock is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 16.3% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 26.9%. At a P/E ratio of 17.5, you currently pay 17.5 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Birkenstock go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Birkenstock is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 3.80 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 86% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Birkenstock have a lot of debt?
Birkenstock has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 86%. For the cyklisk forbrug sector, 80-150% counts as a typical level. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Birkenstock service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 4.6x, and net debt equals 1.9 years of earnings (EBITDA).