Syon Capital LLC raised its holdings in shares of YETI Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:YETI – Free Report) by 85.7% during the third quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The firm owned 22,750 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 10,498 shares during the quarter. Syon Capital LLC’s holdings in YETI were worth $755,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the company. True Wealth Design LLC grew its holdings in YETI by 141.1% during the 3rd quarter. True Wealth Design LLC now owns 885 shares of the company’s stock worth $29,000 after acquiring an additional 518 shares during the period. MAI Capital Management bought a new position in shares of YETI in the 2nd quarter worth $31,000. Abich Financial Wealth Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of YETI during the third quarter worth $39,000. SJS Investment Consulting Inc. increased its holdings in YETI by 7,876.5% in the third quarter. SJS Investment Consulting Inc. now owns 1,356 shares of the company’s stock valued at $45,000 after purchasing an additional 1,339 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Hantz Financial Services Inc. increased its holdings in YETI by 151.6% in the third quarter. Hantz Financial Services Inc. now owns 1,530 shares of the company’s stock valued at $51,000 after purchasing an additional 922 shares during the last quarter.
Key Headlines Impacting YETI
Here are the key news stories impacting YETI this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Q4 results beat consensus on EPS and revenue; management issued FY2026 adjusted EPS guidance above Street expectations and expects 6–8% sales growth — supports upside to earnings estimates and validates international/product strategies. YETI Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
- Positive Sentiment: International sales accelerated (Q4 international +25%) and drinkware/coolers showed category improvement — diversification outside the U.S. is a clear growth lever. Quiver Quant: Q4 Net Sales +7%
- Positive Sentiment: Capital return remains robust — nearly $300M repurchased in 2025 and ~$100M planned for 2026, which reduces share count and supports EPS. Buyback Details
- Positive Sentiment: Experienced CFO hire — Scott Bomar (ex‑Home Depot) named CFO, providing operational and finance experience ahead of scaling international and product investments; transition support from outgoing CFO reduces near‑term execution risk. CFO Appointment
- Neutral Sentiment: New product introductions and category expansion (e.g., Skala hiking backpacks, updated core products) support long‑term brand extension but are early-stage drivers for revenue. Skala Backpacks
- Negative Sentiment: Tariff and margin pressure: management disclosed higher tariff costs (≈$0.15 Q4 impact, ≈$0.35 FY impact) that compressed adjusted margins; adjusted EPS and operating income declined y/y — a material headwind to profits. Tariff Impact in Release
- Negative Sentiment: Short‑term investor reaction turned negative in some venues: despite the Q4 beat, headlines noted the guidance/tariff concerns and shares dropped in response — signals that sentiment will track margin recovery and tariff outlook. Shares Fall on Guidance/Tariffs
- Neutral Sentiment: Media pieces (movie trailer, lifestyle writeups) raise brand awareness but are unlikely to move near‑term fundamentals; monitor product launches and DTC execution for measurable impact. The Yeti Trailer
YETI Stock Up 1.4%
YETI (NYSE:YETI – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, February 19th. The company reported $0.92 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.88 by $0.04. YETI had a net margin of 8.85% and a return on equity of 22.53%. The firm had revenue of $583.71 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $582.43 million. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $1.00 EPS. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 6.8% compared to the same quarter last year. YETI has set its FY 2026 guidance at 2.770-2.830 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts predict that YETI Holdings, Inc. will post 2.57 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
A number of equities analysts have issued reports on the company. UBS Group raised their target price on YETI from $38.00 to $51.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday, January 14th. B. Riley Financial upgraded shares of YETI from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and increased their price target for the company from $35.00 to $54.00 in a research report on Friday. Roth Mkm upgraded shares of YETI from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $60.00 price objective for the company in a report on Tuesday. Morgan Stanley set a $48.00 target price on shares of YETI in a research note on Friday, January 16th. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group reissued a “neutral” rating and set a $45.00 price target on shares of YETI in a research report on Tuesday, January 27th. Nine research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $49.38.
View Our Latest Analysis on YETI
Insider Activity
In related news, SVP Bryan C. Barksdale sold 9,756 shares of YETI stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, December 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $45.32, for a total value of $442,141.92. Following the sale, the senior vice president owned 56,397 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,555,912.04. This trade represents a 14.75% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Insiders own 0.94% of the company’s stock.
About YETI
YETI Holdings, Inc is an American outdoor and lifestyle products company known for its premium, performance-driven coolers, drinkware and accessories. The company’s portfolio includes hard coolers under its flagship Tundra series, soft coolers in the Hopper line, and vacuum-insulated drinkware sold under the Rambler brand. YETI’s products are engineered for durability, temperature retention and rugged outdoor use, targeting consumers ranging from avid anglers and hunters to outdoor enthusiasts and everyday users seeking high-quality insulated containers.
Founded in 2006 by brothers Roy and Ryan Seiders in Austin, Texas, YETI began with a focus on building a better cooler that could withstand extreme conditions and maintain ice retention longer than traditional alternatives.
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