Five Below Surges to 411th in Trading Volume with $212 Million Turnover

On April 2, 2025, Five Below (FIVE) saw a significant increase in trading volume, with a turnover of $212 million, marking a 55.43% rise from the previous day. This surge placed Five Below at the 411th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of Five Below rose by 6.55%, marking the third consecutive day of gains, with a cumulative increase of 11.33% over the past three days.

Five Below, a discount retailer, recently reported its Q4 CY2024 results, which exceeded Wall Street's revenue expectations. The company's sales increased by 4% year over year, reaching $1.39 billion. This positive financial performance has likely contributed to the recent upward trend in the stock price.

Analysts have been closely monitoring Five Below's performance. Goldman Sachs Group recently lowered its price target for Five Below from $117.00 to $102.00, while maintaining a "buy" rating for the company. Similarly, JPMorgan Chase & Co. reduced its target price from $107.00 to $102.00. These adjustments reflect the analysts' ongoing assessment of the company's financial health and market prospects.

Despite the positive revenue growth, Five Below reported a 3% year-over-year decline in same-store sales (SSS) and a 74 basis points drop in gross margins. These metrics suggest that while the company is generating more revenue, it is facing challenges in maintaining profitability and customer retention. Investors will be watching closely to see how Five Below addresses these issues in the coming quarters.