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Xcel Brands(NASDAQ) XELB

Current Price$1.23
Market Cap$7.44MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2011)-83%
5 Year-94%
1 Year-20%
1 Month-36%
Xcel Brands last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 1.232026-07-24
Xcel Brands stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-4.65%USD 1.292026-07-17
1 month-35.6%USD 1.912026-06-24
3 month-44.34%USD 2.212026-04-24
Year to date+13.89%USD 1.082025-12-31
1 year-19.61%USD 1.532025-07-24
3 year-91.15%USD 13.902023-07-25
5 year-94.48%USD 22.302021-07-23
Since inception-82.68%USD 7.102011-12-15

Xcel Brands Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$7.44MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$4.75M

Net Income (TTM)

-$17.15M

EPS (TTM)

-$4.65

P/E Ratio

-0.26

Dividend

$0.00

Beta (Volatility)

1.03 (Average)

Price

$1.23

Volume

43,885

Open

$1.34

Previous Close

$1.23

Daily Range

$1.20 - $1.36

52-Week Range

$0.74 - $2.66

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 13, 2026

XELB News

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About Xcel Brands

Xcel Brands creates and licenses fashion, jewelry, and home brands for U.S. consumers. Its products reach shoppers through TV, online, and retail stores. The company helps brands connect with buyers using live streaming and social media.

Products and Services

  • Branded Apparel: Clothing for men, women, and children; 52% of 2025 revenue from Halston.
  • Fine Jewelry: Judith Ripka brand jewelry, sold via TV and online; revenue share not disclosed.
  • Home Goods: Longaberger baskets and decor, managed through a joint venture; revenue share not disclosed.
  • Footwear and Accessories: Shoes, bags, and related items under owned and co-branded labels.
  • Licensing Services: Royalties from third-party partners; 100% of 2025 revenue from licensing.

Growth and Expansion

  • Acquired H Halston, Judith Ripka, and C Wonder between 2014 and 2015.
  • Formed master license deals with G-III Apparel Group (Halston) and JTV (Judith Ripka).
  • Launched TowerHill by Christie Brinkley in May 2024 with HSN.
  • Divested LOGO by Lori Goldstein in June 2024 and Isaac Mizrahi interest in October 2025.
  • Announced new co-branded launches for 2026 with personalities like Cesar Millan and Coco Rocha.

What Makes Xcel Brands Stand Out

Xcel Brands uses a licensing model, earning royalties instead of selling products directly. Its omni-channel approach covers TV, online, and retail, reducing inventory risk. The company leverages digital media and influencer partnerships to reach over 46 million people.

Five Things You Need to Know

  • 2025 net revenue was $4.94 million, down 40.2% from 2024.
  • Licensing made up 100% of 2025 revenue; no direct product sales.
  • Halston and Qurate accounted for 72% of 2025 revenue.
  • Net loss improved to $(17.5) million in 2025 from $(22.4) million in 2024.
  • Cash and equivalents were $1.2 million at year-end 2025; debt totaled $13.6 million.

Bottom Line

Xcel Brands shifted to a pure licensing model, focusing on royalties and digital sales. The company faces financial challenges but continues to adapt through partnerships and cost reductions.

AI Generated • Apr 16, 2026

Industry

Specialty Retail

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

15

CEO

Robert W. D'Loren, CPA

Website

www.xcelbrands.com

Headquarters

New York City, NY 10018, US

XELB Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

81.20%

Operating Margin

-151.40%

Net Income Margin

-361.04%

Return on Equity

-89.69%

Return on Capital

-20.04%

Return on Assets

-47.10%

Earnings Yield

-3.85%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$7.44MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

6.05M

Volume

43.88K

Avg. Volume

353.82K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$3.86M

Operating Income

-$7.19M

EBITDA

-$11.19M

Operating Cash Flow

-$6.47M

Capital Expenditure

$4.00K

Free Cash Flow

-$6.46M

Cash & ST Invst.

$179.00K

Total Debt

$17.55M

Xcel Brands Performance Analysis

Xcel Brands annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 25,781,000-32.0%
20232023-12-31USD 17,755,000-31.1%
20242024-12-31USD 8,259,000-53.5%
20252025-12-31USD 4,939,000-40.2%
Xcel Brands sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-30-0.8%
Q32025-09-30-15.4%
Q42025-12-314.5%
Q12026-03-31-2.1%
Xcel Brands annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD -2.05-67.3%
20232023-12-31USD -10.68421.6%
20242024-12-31USD -9.84-7.8%
20252025-12-31USD -5.08-48.4%
Xcel Brands sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-30-40.7%
Q32025-09-30-21.7%
Q42025-12-3172.8%
Q12026-03-3123.6%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$1.14M

-14.1%

Gross Profit

$251.00K

-81.2%

Gross Margin

21.94%

N/A

Market Cap

$7.44MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$495.99K

N/A

Employees

15

N/A

Net Income

-$2.49M

+11.0%

EBITDA

-$991.00K

+23.0%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$179.00K

-39.9%

Total Debt

$17.55M

+14.9%

Accounts Receivable

$656.00K

-68.8%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$13.08M

-2.6%

Short Term Debt

$4.47M

+142.3%

Return on Assets

-47.10%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-25.05%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-$877.00K

+39.4%

Operating Cash Flow

-$877.00K

+38.8%

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Questions About XELB

What is the current price of Xcel Brands?

Xcel Brands is trading at $1.23 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Xcel Brands?

Over the past 52 weeks, Xcel Brands has traded between $0.74 and $2.66.

How much debt does Xcel Brands have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Xcel Brands reported total debt of $17.55M.

How much cash does Xcel Brands have on hand?

Xcel Brands reported $179.00K in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Xcel Brands’s dividend yield?

Xcel Brands does not currently have a dividend yield.

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