Crocs Shares Rise 1.75% on $240M Volume Ranking 436th as Analysts Slash Targets by 20-33%

On August 11, 2025, Crocs (CROX) rose 1.75% with a trading volume of $240 million, ranking 436th in market activity. The stock's liquidity contraction reflected broader market dynamics as investors digested recent analyst revisions.

UBS analyst Jay Sole maintained a "Neutral" rating for CROX but cut the price target to $85 from $110, signaling a 22.73% reduction. This adjustment followed a wave of downward revisions from major firms, including Keybanc, B of A Securities, Stifel, Barclays, and Needham, which either downgraded their ratings or lowered price targets by 20-33% over the past week. The coordinated moves highlight growing caution about the company's near-term prospects despite its core focus on casual footwear and global retail operations.

The average analyst target price now stands at $99.20, implying a 29.58% upside from current levels. However, the consensus recommendation of 2.3 ("Outperform") contrasts with the 31-33% price target reductions observed in the past week. This divergence underscores market uncertainty about Crocs' ability to sustain growth amid shifting consumer preferences and competitive pressures in the lifestyle footwear sector.

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