Wolverine World Wide (NYSE:WWW) is a global footwear and apparel company that designs, makes, and sells a wide range of footwear and apparel. The company manages a portfolio of well-known brands, including Merrell and Saucony. It operates through different segments, such as its Active Group and Work Group, to serve various consumer needs in the market.
On May 14, 2026, Wolverine World Wide reported strong first-quarter earnings. The company announced an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.25, which surpassed the analyst estimate of $0.22. As highlighted by Zacks, this financial performance is an increase from the $0.18 per share earned in the same period a year ago, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of beating estimates.
Wolverine World Wide's revenue for the quarter was $457.60 million, beating the estimated $448.44 million. This figure is also higher than the $412.30 million in revenue from the prior year. The revenue growth was largely driven by its Active Group segment, which saw its revenue increase by 13.7% year-over-year to $371.60 million.
From a valuation standpoint, Wolverine World Wide has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.94. The P/E ratio is a key valuation metric that helps show how much investors are willing to pay for each dollar of a company's earnings. The company also has a price-to-sales ratio of 0.65, which compares its stock price to its revenues.
Regarding its financial health, Wolverine World Wide maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.21. This ratio is used to measure a company's financial leverage by comparing its total debt to the value owned by shareholders. Its ability to cover short-term obligations is shown by a current ratio of 1.53.
