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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/26/2024: DLAPQ (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -56.34% | Avg. Invested days 14 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 0.00M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 57792 | Beta 0.97 | 52 Weeks Range - | Updated Date 03/8/2025 |
52 Weeks Range - | Updated Date 03/8/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -9.62 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -18.92% | Operating Margin (TTM) -19.83% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -4.21% | Return on Equity (TTM) -48.46% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 181934525 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 181934525 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.51 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 7051150 | Shares Floating 5361767 |
Shares Outstanding 7051150 | Shares Floating 5361767 | ||
Percent Insiders 15.49 | Percent Institutions 52.19 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price - | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Delta Apparel, Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Delta Apparel, Inc. was founded in 1903 as Delta Cotton Mills. It evolved from textile manufacturing to apparel design, marketing, and distribution. Key milestones include acquisitions and expansions into branded and private label apparel.
Core Business Areas
- Delta Group: Focuses on screen printing, digital printing, embellishment services, and manufacturing of activewear and lifestyle apparel.
- Salt Life Group: Designs, markets, and distributes branded apparel, accessories, and other products inspired by the Salt Life lifestyle.
Leadership and Structure
Robert W. Humphreys is the Chairman and CEO. The organizational structure includes functional departments such as Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Activewear Apparel: Includes t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other activewear garments. Market share varies by category, competes with Gildan (GIL), Hanesbrands (HBI), and Fruit of the Loom.
- Salt Life Apparel and Accessories: Branded apparel, accessories, and merchandise. Competitors include lifestyle brands such as Billabong (BBG), Quiksilver (ZQK), and O'Neill. Revenue not explicitly known publicly but is a key growth driver.
- DTG2Go: Provides direct-to-garment printing services. Competing against companies like Printful or CustomInk. Revenue contributions are significant, details not provided to the public.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The apparel industry is highly competitive, with changing consumer preferences, supply chain complexities, and increasing demand for sustainable products.
Positioning
Delta Apparel is positioned as a provider of branded and private label apparel with a focus on the activewear and lifestyle segments. Its competitive advantages include vertical integration, a diverse product portfolio, and strong customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global apparel market is estimated to be in the trillions of USD. Delta Apparel, Inc. is positioned to capture a segment of this TAM focusing on activewear, DTG and lifestyle apparel.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Vertical Integration
- Diverse Product Portfolio
- Strong Customer Relationships
- Established Brand Presence (Salt Life)
- DTG2Go scalable business
Weaknesses
- Dependence on key retailers
- Susceptibility to fashion trends
- Fluctuations in raw material costs
- Limited global presence compared to competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of sustainable products
- Growth of e-commerce
- Increased demand for customization
Threats
- Intense competition
- Economic downturns
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Supply chain disruptions
- Rising labor costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GIL
- HBI
- PVH
Competitive Landscape
Delta Apparel, Inc. competes with larger apparel companies based on product quality, brand recognition, and customer service. Its vertical integration provides a competitive advantage in terms of cost and speed to market.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Delta Apparel, Inc.'s growth has been driven by acquisitions, product innovation, and expansion into new markets.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by e-commerce, expansion of the Salt Life brand, and continued operational efficiencies. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in digital printing technology, expansion of the Salt Life retail network, and cost optimization measures.
Summary
Delta Apparel is a vertically integrated apparel company with some solid strengths like Salt Life and DTG2Go, while facing considerable competition. Its relatively small market share makes it vulnerable to economic downturns. Expanding digital sales is crucial. DLA also needs to watch labor costs and supply chain risks.
Similar Companies
- GIL
- HBI
- VFC
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Delta Apparel, Inc.
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Duluth, GA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Manufacturing | Full time employees 6000 | Website https://www.deltaapparelinc.com |
Full time employees 6000 | Website https://www.deltaapparelinc.com |
Delta Apparel, Inc., through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, sources, and markets activewear and lifestyle apparel products in the United States, Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Delta Group and Salt Life Group. It offers on-demand digitally printed apparel products under the DTG2Go brand; silhouettes and fleece products; performance shirts that keep athletes dry under the Delta Dri line brand; ringspun garments; Delta Soft apparel products; and heritage, mid- and heavier-weight tee shirts under the Delta Pro Weight and Magnum Weight brand names, as well as polos, outerwear, headwear, bags, and other accessories under the Soffe brand. The company also distributes its products to various audience, which includes sporting goods and outdoor retailers, specialty and resort shops, farm and fleet stores, department stores, and mid-tier retailers, as well as through soffe.com website. In addition, it offers apparel, swimwear, board shorts, sunglasses, bags, and accessories under the Salt Life brand through surf shops, specialty stores, department stores, and outdoor retailers, as well as through its saltlife.com ecommerce site. The company was found in 1903 and is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia. On June 30, 2024, Delta Apparel, Inc. filed a voluntary petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. It is in joint administration with Salt Life Beverage, LLC.
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