Burlington Stores Volume Slides to 381st Rank as Earnings Loom

On August 21, 2025, Burlington Stores (BURL) closed at $275.59, down 0.62% from its previous close of $277.31. Trading volume for the day was 714,433 shares, a 21.75% decline compared to the prior day, ranking the stock 381st in terms of liquidity. The company is set to report Q2 earnings on August 28, with analysts forecasting $1.27 per share and $2.64 billion in revenue, representing year-over-year growth of 5.8% and 7%, respectively.

Analysts have revised their consensus EPS estimate downward by 1.44% over the past 30 days, reflecting cautious optimism. The Zacks Earnings ESP model indicates a 6.06% positive deviation from the consensus, suggesting a higher likelihood of an earnings beat. Historical performance shows BURL has exceeded estimates in four of the past four quarters, including a 12.68% surprise in the last reported period. However, the stock carries a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), indicating mixed signals about the sustainability of its near-term momentum.

Technical indicators show the stock trading within a short-term rising trend, with resistance near $279.60 and support at $270.65. A break above the 50-day moving average could trigger further gains, while a decline below the 200-day average may signal caution. Short-term volatility remains moderate, with a 1.64% intraday swing on August 21. The upcoming earnings report will be critical in determining whether the current trajectory continues or corrects.

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