Summary

• Bath & Body Works remains a Strong Buy, with valuation deeply discounted relative to robust fundamentals and significant growth potential.
• BBWI's Q1 beat, resilient free cash flow guidance ($600M for 2026), and cost savings initiatives highlight operational strength amid macro headwinds.
• Expansion into Ulta Beauty stores and Amazon, alongside international growth, positions BBWI for long-term upside despite near-term consumer pressure.
• Balance sheet improvements, debt reduction, and a 3.5% dividend yield further support the investment case, with intrinsic value estimated well above current levels even under conservative assumptions.

Introduction

Back when I last covered Bath & Body Works (BBWI), I upgraded them to a Strong Buy rating, highlighting their robust Q4 beat and attractive valuation, while they expect solid FCF in 2026

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