Dec 29, 2025 • Finviz
BEARISH
3 Reasons to Sell VSTS and 1 Stock to Buy Instead
This article recommends selling Vestis Corp (VSTS) due to three main concerns: sluggish long-term revenue growth, a declining free cash flow margin, and high debt levels. Despite recent stock performance, the authors suggest the valuation is too optimistic and advise investors to seek better opportunities in other "high-quality" stocks, specifically mentioning a fast-growing restaurant franchise and companies from their curated list of market-beating stocks.
Dec 27, 2025 • MSN
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Seadrill, Vestis, Mastercraft Boat, and more stocks see action from activist investors
This article highlights several companies, including Seadrill, Vestis, and Mastercraft Boat, that have recently seen significant investor activity from activist investors. The increased involvement of these investors often signals potential changes in company strategy, management, or financial structure.
Dec 26, 2025 • MarketBeat
SOMEWHAT-BEARISH
Vestis Corporation $VSTS Shares Sold by QSM Asset Management Ltd
QSM Asset Management Ltd significantly reduced its stake in Vestis Corporation by 42.9% in Q3, selling 228,823 shares, though substantial insider buying occurred with directors acquiring over 21,700 shares. Despite insider confidence, analysts maintain a "Strong Sell" rating with an average target price of $5.95, while the stock currently trades around $6.74. The company reported better-than-expected revenue of $712.01 million and met EPS estimates of $0.03 for the quarter.
Dec 23, 2025 • MarketBeat
NEUTRAL
Vestis (NYSE:VSTS) Shares Gap Up Following Insider Buying Activity
Vestis (NYSE:VSTS) shares gapped up following disclosed insider buying activity, with directors Douglas A. Pertz and Keith A. Meister acquiring significant shares. Despite this, analyst sentiment remains largely negative, with a "Strong Sell" aggregate rating and an average price target below current trading levels. The company reported mixed third-quarter financial results, meeting EPS estimates but still operating with a negative net margin.
Dec 23, 2025 • MarketBeat
NEUTRAL
Vestis (NYSE:VSTS) Director Acquires $103,500.00 in Stock
Vestis (NYSE:VSTS) Director Douglas Pertz recently acquired 15,000 shares of the company's stock for $103,500, increasing his direct holding to 322,010 shares. This transaction occurred after Vestis reported inline quarterly EPS and revenue that exceeded expectations, resulting in a 4.1% stock increase. Despite a "Strong Sell" consensus rating from analysts, institutional investors hold a significant portion of the company's stock, with some increasing their positions.
Dec 22, 2025 • MarketBeat
SOMEWHAT-BEARISH
Douglas Pertz Acquires 10,000 Shares of Vestis (NYSE:VSTS) Stock
Douglas Pertz, a Director at Vestis (NYSE:VSTS), recently acquired 10,000 shares of the company's stock for $6.90 per share, increasing his total holdings to 307,010 shares. This transaction, totaling $69,000, was disclosed in an SEC filing and represents a 3.37% increase in his ownership. Despite meeting EPS estimates and showing revenue growth, analysts currently rate Vestis as a "Strong Sell" with a consensus price target of $5.95 per share.