Market Overview
Birkenstock Holding Plc (ticker BIRK) closed the trading session on Friday, 23 October 2026, down 1.4 % to USD 33.68.
- Shares outstanding: 165.1 million
- Market capitalization: USD 5.3 billion
- Volume in last 24 h: USD 66.2 million
The stock has risen 2.02 % since the end of last month.
- 200‑day simple moving average: USD 38.52
- 52‑week high: USD 50.73 (15 June 2026)
- 52‑week low: USD 29.93 (15 September 2026)
Peer Performance – 24‑Hour Snapshot
| Stock | Ticker | Change | Current Price | Market Cap | PE Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ihs | 4JB.F | –0.12 % | USD 8.45 | USD 2.8 bn | 5.13 |
| Manchester United | MANU | –0.38 % | USD 20.78 | USD 2.8 bn | – |
| Torm | 1T4.F | +6.68 % | EUR 34.20 | EUR 3.9 bn | 6.52 |
| Livanova | LIVN | +3.61 % | USD 81.27 | USD 4.3 bn | 46.58 |
| Klarna | KLAR | –0.23 % | USD 13.23 | USD 5.0 bn | – |
Manchester United – Context
The club’s recent performances have attracted criticism from former players and insiders. After a 3‑0 loss to Como in the Champions League, captain Bruno Fernandes publicly questioned head coach Michael Carrick’s tactics, calling for a more aggressive pressing style. Former international Jamie Carragher and TV analyst Joe Cole echoed these concerns. Manchester United currently holds a single win in seven Premier League matches, placing them near the bottom of the table as they prepare for an upcoming match against Bournemouth.
Klarna – Key Developments
Klarna announced the upcoming release of its third‑quarter 2026 earnings on 17 November, ahead of market opening, and will host an earnings webcast the same day. The company also launched a new “Consumer FX” feature that allows shoppers to pay in their own currency without foreign‑exchange fees. Early reports suggest the feature is increasing conversion rates and merchant sales, reflecting broader cross‑border shopping trends.
Company Profile – Birkenstock Holding Plc
Birkenstock Holding Plc operates through subsidiaries that manufacture anatomically shaped footbed‑based products. The products are designed to provide natural support and stimulation, promoting even weight distribution and fully supported arches while eliminating unnatural pressure points from heel to toe. The company serves customers worldwide and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Its initial public offering was scheduled for 12 October 2023.
For further information, visit the company’s website at www.birkenstock-group.com .
