Deckers Stock Plummets Amidst Disappointing Guidance and Analyst Downgrades

Shares of Deckers Outdoor Corporation (NYSE: DECK) plummeted over 21% following the release of weak guidance, leading to a wave of analyst downgrades. Despite exceeding fourth-quarter earnings expectations, the company’s disappointing forward outlook and concerns about slowing growth in key brands caused a significant market reaction. While revenue exceeded estimates and HOKA’s growth rate remained positive, analysts expressed concern over decelerating growth momentum for both brands, particularly HOKA’s role as a major driver of recent performance. [Disclaimer: The author does not hold or have a position in any securities discussed in the article.]