The RealReal, Inc.

The RealReal, Inc.

REALยทNASDAQ

$9.12

-6.0%
Consumer CyclicalLuxury Goods

The RealReal, Inc. operates an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods in the United State. It offers various product categories, including women's, men's, kids', jewelry and watches, and home and art products. The company was incorporated in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$2.64B
EPS-0.3600
P/E Ratio-25.33
Earnings Date08/06/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

Medium confidence

Valuation multiple is compressed (P/E -25.3).

Valuation inputs: P/E -25.3, earnings yield N/A, momentum -6.0%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE +10.1%, ROIC -14.1%).

Profitability stack: net margin -6.0%, ROE +10.1%, ROIC -14.1%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +201.6%, momentum -6.0%, net margin -6.0%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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The RealReal, Inc. Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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The RealReal, Inc.

The RealReal, Inc. Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that REAL has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $9.12, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for The RealReal, Inc..

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $9.12
3Y-82.0%
5Y-82.0%
10Y-57.0%
3Y+15.0%
5Y+131.0%
10Y+404.0%
3Y-79.0%
5Y-76.0%
10Y-20.0%
3Y-140.0%
5Y-128.0%
10Y-196.0%
3Y-116.0%
5Y-111.0%
10Y-135.0%
3Y-34.0%
5Y-32.0%
10Y+438.0%
The RealReal, Inc.

The RealReal, Inc. Profit Bridge

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Revenue692.85M
Cost of Goods Sold (209.03M)
Gross Profit483.82M
Operating Expenses (507.75M)
Operating Income-23.93M
Interest Expense (27.70M)
Other Income/Expense-17.50M
Pretax Income-41.44M
Income Tax (363.00K)
Net Income-41.80M
Net Income
-41.80M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

69.8%

Exceptional pricing power and cost management. The company retains over half of revenue after direct costs.

Operating Margin

-3.5%

Operating losses indicate the core business is unprofitable. Requires restructuring or revenue growth.

Net Profit Margin

-6.0%

Net losses indicate the company is burning cash. Sustainability depends on path to profitability.

Profitability Insight

Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.

69.83%
Gross Profit Margin
-6%
3Y+21.0%
5Y+12.0%
10Y+10.0%
-3.45%
Operating Profit Margin
-63%
3Y-89.0%
5Y-94.0%
10Y-91.0%
-6.03%
Net Profit Margin
-73%
3Y-81.0%
5Y-90.0%
10Y-84.0%
10.06%
Return on Equity
-69%
3Y-91.0%
5Y-111.0%
10Y-66.0%
-10.22%
Return on Assets
-68%
3Y-68.0%
5Y-65.0%
10Y-85.0%
-14.13%
Return on Invested Capital
-44%
3Y-68.0%
5Y-61.0%
10Y-96.0%
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The RealReal, Inc. Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income-41.80M
Depreciation & Amortization33.00M
Stock-Based Compensation28.94M
Change in Working Capital-9.26M
Others26.13M
Capital Expenditures-18.64M
Free Cash Flow18.37M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

-43.9%

Negative free cash flow despite positive earnings raises concerns about cash generation ability or heavy capital requirements.

CapEx Intensity

50.4%

Capital-intensive operations require significant reinvestment. Monitor whether CapEx is maintenance or growth-oriented.

FCF Growth Trend

+508.1%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

-$9.26M

Significant working capital drain. Growth may be consuming cash through inventory buildup or receivables extensionโ€”monitor closely.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Working capital strain: Significant cash tied up in operations. Monitor receivables collection, inventory turns, and payment terms to optimize cash conversion cycle.

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The RealReal, Inc. Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents123.95M
Net Receivables24.88M
Inventory33.92M
Other Current Assets20.20M
Total Current Assets203 M
Property, Plant & Equipment162.05M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets0.00
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets20.91M
Total Non-Current Assets183 M
Total Assets
385.91M

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

0.84x

Warning: Liquidity concerns. Current assets may not be sufficient to cover short-term obligations.

Working Capital

-38139000

Negative working capital indicates short-term liabilities exceed short-term assetsโ€”potential liquidity stress.

Asset Composition

53% Current

Balanced asset mix between current and non-current assets, typical of many stable businesses.

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The RealReal, Inc. Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that REAL stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 17.29, with estimates ranging from a low of 13.00 to a high of 20.00.

Lowest Target
13.00
42.54%
Consensus Target
17.29
89.58%
Highest Target
20.00
119.30%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 17.29, with estimates ranging from a low of 13.00 to a high of 20.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+89.6%

Substantial upside potential. Analysts see significant value gap, suggesting the stock may be materially undervalued at current levels.

Analyst Agreement

40.5% spread

Mixed analyst views. Wide target range suggests differing opinions on key value drivers, growth prospects, or risk factors.

Analyst Conviction

Moderate

Neutral sentiment. Fair value pricing with moderate agreement suggests wait-and-see approach or catalyst-driven opportunity.

Market Sentiment Insight

Monitor and evaluate: Current analyst consensus suggests limited conviction or near-term catalysts. Stay informed on company developments and reassess positioning as new information emerges.

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The RealReal, Inc. Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $107.11M worth of REAL shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

74.3K

689.00K

Net Activity

-689K

-$689K

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

27.5K

309.30K

Net Activity

-309K

-$309K

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

7.9M

104.35M

Net Activity

-104.3M

-$104.35M

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

227.2K

1.76M

Net Activity

-1.8M

-$1.76M

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
BGLI

Baird Gilbert L. Iii

Director

7.7M sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$101.54M

2
MGA

Madan Gopal Ajay

Officer: Chief Financial Officer

148.8K sharesโ€ข5 transactions

$1.65M

3
SLR

Sahi Levesque Rati

Officer: Chief Executive Officer

175.8K sharesโ€ข2 transactions

$1.38M

4
LSM

Lo Steve Ming

Officer: Chief Accounting Officer

77.9K sharesโ€ข4 transactions

$1.12M

5
STA

Suko Todd A

Officer: Chief Legal Officer And Secret

72.9K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$1.03M

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $107.11M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$689K

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.

No Dividend Yield Data

REAL has not reported any dividend yield values in the available annual periods.

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real Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%