July 3, 2025
Top 10 Stock Zalando Strong Buy Recommendation
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Snapshot: Zalando – Top 10 Stock in Deutscher Aktienindex DAX 40
Zalando is listed as a top 10 stock on July 03, 2025 in the market index DAX 40 because of its high performance in at least one of the Obermatt investment strategies. Three consolidated Obermatt Ranks are above-average. Only the Value Rank is below average. The investment rationale may be an investment in future growth, supported by professional market opinion. Based on the Obermatt 360° View of 94 (top 94% performer), Obermatt assesses an overall strong buy recommendation for Zalando on July 03, 2025.
Snapshot: Obermatt Ranks
| Country | Germany |
| Industry | Internet Retail |
| Index | CDAX, DAX 40, Diversity Europe, Renewables Users, SDG 12, SDG 13, SDG 4, SDG 8, MDAX |
| Size class | Large |
When Obermatt identifies the Top 10 stocks in a market, it’s based on a certain investment strategy. The best performing stocks usually aren’t the ones that everyone is talking about (those are often "over-priced" and have low Value ranks).
For each investment strategy, we provide you with more detailed analysis and our recommendation. You see the ranks of the top 10 stocks ranked by that particular investment strategy (360° View, Sentiment, Value, Growth, Safety and Combined Financial Performance).
360° View: Obermatt 360° View Zalando Strong Buy
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| VALUE | 21 |
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| GROWTH | 83 |
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| SAFETY | 79 |
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| SENTIMENT | 87 |
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| 360° VIEW | 94 |
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ANALYSIS: With an Obermatt 360° View of 94 (better than 94% compared with alternatives) for 2025, overall professional sentiment and financial characteristics for the stock Zalando are very positive. The 360° View is based on consolidating four consolidated indicators, with all but one indicator above average for Zalando. The consolidated Growth Rank has a good rank of 83, which means that the company experiences above-average growth momentum when looking at financial metrics such as revenue, profit, and invested capital growth, as well as stock returns. This means that growth is higher than for 83% of competitors in the same industry. The consolidated Safety Rank at 79 means that the company has a financing structure that is safer than 79% comparable companies when looking at the amount of its debt, its refinancing requirements, and its ability to service debt. Finally, the consolidated Sentiment Rank has a good rank of 87, which means that professional investors are more optimistic about the stock than for 87% of alternative investment opportunities. But the consolidated Value Rank is less desirable at 21, meaning that the share price of Zalando is on the higher side compared with indicators such as revenues, profits, and invested capital. This means the stock price is higher than for 79% of alternative stocks in the same industry. ...read more
RECOMMENDATION: With a consolidated 360° View of 94, Zalando is better positioned than 94% of all alternative stock investment opportunities based on the Obermatt Method. As three out of four consolidated Obermatt Ranks exhibit excellent performance, such as above-average growth (Growth Rank of 83), a safe financing structure (Safety Rank of 79), and positive professional market sentiment (Sentiment Rank of 87), it is a solid stock investment where growth may be the strongest driver of the investment rationale, also reflected by institutional investors. It is typical for growth companies to have low value, as is the case here. Investors are willing to pay more for companies that outperform their competitors. So the question is, how much more do you pay for the stock of Zalando compared with alternatives? You can use the following rule of thumb: The growth rank measures the growth momentum of the company (83% better than peers). The value rank could be the reverse reflection of that (17%). A Value Rank below that level may be assessed as expensive, a rank above that is still good value. Sometimes market sentiment just reflects the past, sometimes the reality. You pay more than the market average for this stock, but it may be worth it. ...read more
Sentiment Strategy: Professional Market Sentiment for Zalando very positive
ANALYSIS: With an Obermatt Sentiment Rank of 87 (better than 87% compared with alternatives) for 2025, overall professional sentiment and engagement for the stock Zalando is very positive. The Sentiment Rank is based on consolidating four sentiment indicators where all but one are above average for Zalando. Analyst Opinions are at a rank of 60 (better than 60% of alternative investments), which means that currently, stock research analysts tend to recommend a stock investment in the company. The Professional Investors rank is also good at 79, which means that currently, professional investors hold more stock in this company than in 79% of alternative investment opportunities. Pros tend to favor investing in this company. In addition, Market Pulse has a rank of 93 which means that the current professional news and professional social networks are on the positive side when discussing this company (more positive news than for 93% of competitors). But Analyst Opinions Change has a below-average rank of 30, which means that stock research experts are currently changing their opinions for the worse when it comes to recommending this stock. In other words, they are getting more critical of investments in Zalando. ...read more
RECOMMENDATION: With a consolidated Sentiment Rank of 87 (more positive than 87% compared with investment alternatives), Zalando has a reputation among professional investors that is significantly higher than that of its competitors. This is an early sign of caution, even if the stock has significantly appreciated. If analysts change their opinions, the stock may become too expensive. If the price is on the way down, the trend may continue. This may be a stock with a good reputation and history, but it may have reached its breaking point by now. Investors should look at the Value Ranks as well. If they indicate trouble, it might just materialize in the future. ...read more
Value Strategy: Zalando Stock Price Value low
ANALYSIS: With an Obermatt Value Rank of 21 (worse than 79% compared with alternatives), Zalando shares are significantly more expensive than comparable stocks. The Value Rank is based on consolidating four value indicators where three out of four are below average for Zalando. Only the Price-to-Book Capital ratio (also referred to as market-to-book ratio) indicates good stock value with a Price-to-Book Rank of 51, which means that the stock price is lower compared with invested capital than for 51% of comparable investments. All other value indicators are below the market median. Price-to-Sales is 35 which means the stock price compared with what market professionals expect for future profits is higher than 65% of comparable companies, indicating a low value concerning Zalando's revenue levels. The same is valid for the Price-to-Book Capital ratio (also referred to as market-to-book ratio) with a Price-to-Book Rank of 51 and for the dividend yields rank which is lower than for 99% of comparable companies, making the stock more expensive as regards to with the company's expected dividend payouts. ...read more
RECOMMENDATION: The overall picture with a consolidated Value Rank of 21, is a sell recommendation based on Zalando's stock price compared with the company's operational size and dividend yields. Why are market participants paying such a high price for Zalando, where three out of four value indicators are below par? One reason could be that the company is well financed, indicated by the high book capital level, and has a promising future that is not yet visible in reported revenues and profits. That would also explain the low dividend yield because the company needs the cash to invest in its future. If investors can verify a picture in this sense, the stock may still be a good investment, even though current company-reported financials don't fully explain current stock prices. ...read more
Growth Strategy: Zalando Growth Momentum high
ANALYSIS: With an Obermatt Growth Rank of 83 (better than 83% compared with alternatives) for 2025, Zalando shows one of the highest growth dynamics in its industry. Investors also speak of high momentum. The Growth Rank is based on consolidating four value indicators, with all four indicators above average for Zalando. Sales Growth has a value of 65, which means that, currently, professionals expect the company to grow more than 65% of its competitors. The same is valid for Profit Growth with a value of 52 and for Capital Growth with 74. In addition, Stock Returns had an above-average rank value of 69, which means they have been higher than 69% of comparable investments. ...read more
RECOMMENDATION: The overall picture with a consolidated Growth Rank of 83, is a buy recommendation for growth and momentum investors. Since all Growth Ranks are positive, Zalando exhibits above-average growth momentum. This could be due to a uniquely strong market position, proprietary technology, or an extensive corporate acquisition strategy. Growth investors will find this an attractive investment opportunity, unless they expect that the current phase is transitory and will deteriorate in the future. The current performance could also be a temporary recovery from a very low point, such as a turn-around situation. In the case of a turn-around, the current performance may or may not be followed by a continuing positive development. ...read more
Safety Strategy: Zalando Debt Financing Safety very solid
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| LEVERAGE | 57 |
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| REFINANCING | 79 |
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| LIQUIDITY | 65 |
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| CONSOLIDATED RANK: SAFETY | 79 |
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ANALYSIS: With an Obermatt Safety Rank of 79 (better than 79% compared with alternatives) for 2025, the company Zalando has safe financing practices, which means that their overall debt burden is low. This doesn't mean that the business of Zalando is safe, it only means that the company is on the safer side regarding possible bankruptcy, assuming that public reporting is correct. The Safety Rank is based on consolidating three financing indicators, where all three are above average for Zalando. Leverage is at 57, meaning the company has a below-average debt-to-equity ratio. It has less debt than 57% of its competitors. Refinancing is at a rank of 79, meaning that the portion of the debt about to be refinanced is below average. It has less debt in the refinancing stage than 79% of its competitors. Finally, Liquidity is also good at a rank of 65, which means that the company generates more profit to service its debt than 65% of its competitors. ...read more
RECOMMENDATION: With a consolidated Safety Rank of 79 (better than 79% compared with alternatives), Zalando has a financing structure that is significantly safer than that of its competitors. These three positive financing indicators signal that the company is less likely to default on its debt obligations. However, it also means that its shareholder returns will be more modest if things go well. A low safety means fewer troubles in downtimes and less upside in good times. ...read more
Combined financial peformance: Zalando Top Financial Performance
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| VALUE | 21 |
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| GROWTH | 83 |
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| SAFETY | 65 |
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| COMBINED | 84 |
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ANALYSIS: With an Obermatt Combined Rank of 84 (better than 84% compared with investment alternatives), Zalando (Internet Retail, Germany) shares have much better financial characteristics than comparable stocks. Shares of Zalando are low in value (priced high) with a consolidated Value Rank of 21 (worse than 79% of alternatives). But they show above-average growth (Growth Rank of 83) and are safely financed (Safety Rank of 79, which means below-average debt burdens). ...read more
RECOMMENDATION: A Combined Rank of 84, is a strong buy recommendation based on Zalando's financial characteristics. Investors looking for growth and low financial risk may find this stock attractive. While the company Zalando exhibits low value (Obermatt Value Rank of 21), which means that the stock price is rather high, it also demonstrates above-average growth (Obermatt Growth Rank of 83). This is a typical case, as high-growth companies are often expensive. Good financing practices (Obermatt Safety Rank of 79) are a double-edged sword: if the company continues growing, low debt limits shareholder returns. But if the company increases its debt, it will also increase risk. In other words, this is an investment on the safer side, despite the above-average price (low value). ...read more
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