Why V.F. (VFC) Outpaced the Stock Market Today

V.F. Corporation (VFC) rose 1.26% to $14.45, outperforming the S&P 500's 0.58% gain. The apparel maker is expected to report a 1.92% EPS decline but projects 31.71% annual earnings growth. Trading at a Forward P/E of 13.17 (below industry average of 15.12) with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), VFC shows mixed signals with modest estimate revisions and valuation discount.