Crocs (CROX)
NASDAQConsumer DiscretionaryApparel - Footwear & AccessoriesSnapshot 2026-11-05
$152.93-4.32%
Close 2026-11-05 · 1-day change
NASDAQConsumer DiscretionaryApparel - Footwear & AccessoriesSnapshot 2026-11-05
QuarterlyIQ Insights · CROX
How strong the business is — where it ranks within its sector on capital efficiency and cash generation, and how well management has been executing.
How this business ranks within consumer discretionary on a research-validated quality screen. As of 2026-11-05.
The screen ranks CROX against its sector on four durable signals: share dilution, return on capital, free-cash-flow yield, and FCF margin. Historically the highest-quality names tended toward better typical outcomes and fewer bad years over multi-year holds (strongest at three years, modest at one), and that pattern showed up even before the price moved. It characterizes business quality, not price direction.
Each leg is a sector-relative percentile (higher is better); 4 of 4 legs were available for this name. The composite is built from these four; the raw value follows each percentile for context.
A forward quality tilt, not a price prediction, and context for your own research rather than a recommendation. Not investment advice.
How management runs the business: capital, margins, balance sheet, and how reliably they guide and deliver.
Each factor is a parallel diagnostic with a clear read of what it shows and how names like it have historically fared. Never aggregated into a single score.
Operating income rose in 3 of the last 3 quarter-over-quarter moves. Historically, Consumer Discretionary names rated strong grew net income 62% of the time over the next year (vs 50% for the rest of the cohort, n=5250).
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Met or beat guidance 100% of the last 2 guided quarters · 14.8% avg surprise
Priorities management has stated in recent disclosures, with status and evidence drawn from earnings calls, filings, and press releases.
“We delivered a strong third quarter with growth across brands, channels and geographies, while expanding margins year over year through disciplined execution of our brand strategies.
Stated in 3 of 4 supplied quarters. Management reported: ““We delivered a strong third quarter with growth across brands, channels and geographies, while expanding margins year over year through disciplined execution of our brand strategies.” “The Crocs Brand delivered a record third quarter with revenues up 4%, led by double-digit international revenue growth and continued momentum across our product diversification strategy.” Revenue was $1.043 billion in 2026-Q3.
““We delivered a strong third quarter with growth across brands, channels and geographies, while expanding margins year over year through disciplined execution of our brand strategies.”
“We are focused on executing against our initiatives to drive diversified growth across both brands, channels, and markets, and we remain confident in the long-term health of the business.””
“Mr. Rees continued, “We enter 2026 with greater confidence around our growth engines which are diversified across channels, geographies, brands, and product categories.”
During the quarter, we returned $250 million to shareholders through share repurchases while continuing to strengthen our balance sheet through debt paydown.”
Stated in 2 of 4 supplied quarters. Management reported: “During the quarter, we returned $250 million to shareholders through share repurchases while continuing to strengthen our balance sheet through debt paydown.”” “Crocs, Inc. Upsizes Share Repurchase Authorization To $2.0 Billion On July 27, 2026, the Board approved a $1.5 billion increase to our share repurchase authorization, after which approximately $2.0 billion remained available for future common stock repurchases.”
• Adjusted operating margin to expand modestly from 22.5%, up from our previous guidance of expansion from 22.3%.
Stated in 2 of 4 supplied quarters. Management reported: “• Adjusted operating margin to expand modestly from 22.5%, up from our previous guidance of expansion from 22.3%.” “We have identified and actioned $100 million of cost savings in 2026 aimed at driving greater efficiency while providing the flexibility to continue to invest behind our brands and deepen our connection with consumers.””
“• Adjusted operating margin to expand modestly from 22.5%, up from our previous guidance of expansion from 22.3%.”
• Capital expenditures of $70 million to $80 million.
Stated in 2 of 4 supplied quarters. Management reported: “• Capital expenditures of $70 million to $80 million.” “• Capital expenditures of $70 million to $80 million.”
“• Capital expenditures of $70 million to $80 million.”
“• Capital expenditures of $70 million to $80 million.”
Use product newness, a high pace of innovation, and product diversification to support brand strategy and consumer connection.
Over the trailing year it converted 0.25x of net income into operating cash flow. Historically, Consumer Discretionary names rated fragile grew net income 40% of the time over the next year (vs 53% for the rest of the cohort, n=3629).
Most sensitive to the broad stock market and long-term interest rates.
Not enough signal to read sensitivity to the US dollar, real (inflation-adjusted) rates, Fed net liquidity (low R² over the window).
8 material management or governance events in the past 24 months, led by executive changes. Historically, Consumer Discretionary names rated stable grew net income 53% of the time over the next year (vs 54% for the rest of the cohort, n=4907).
Not investment advice. As of 2026-11-05.
“During the quarter, we returned $250 million to shareholders through share repurchases while continuing to strengthen our balance sheet through debt paydown.””
“Mr. Rees continued, “Supported by our strong cash flow generation, we remain committed to balancing investment in our brands with disciplined capital allocation, including share repurchase and debt p…”
“We have identified and actioned $100 million of cost savings in 2026 aimed at driving greater efficiency while providing the flexibility to continue to invest behind our brands and deepen our connect…”