Rating Change
Jefferies analysts downgraded The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GAP) from Buy to Hold on August 12, 2026.
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The Gap, Inc. (GAP) Downgraded to Hold by Jefferies
Jefferies analysts downgraded The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GAP) from Buy to Hold on August 12, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GAP) · downgrade
- Firm
- Jefferies
- Rating
- Buy to Hold
- Price at event
- $20.25
- Market capitalization
- $9.9B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Jefferies downgraded The Gap, Inc. from Buy to Hold on August 12, 2026, citing unspecified reasoning for the rating change.
Market Context
The Gap, Inc. operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector. The stock currently trades at $20.25 with a market capitalization of $9.9B. The stock has declined 0.9% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for The Gap, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 5 Buy, 5 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | Jefferies | Hold | N/A |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Barclays | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jul 06, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| May 29, 2026 | UBS | Buy | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View GAP Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hold rating mean for GAP?
A rating of Hold from Jefferies reflects the analyst's outlook on The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GAP). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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