Is Lululemon's Brand Losing Its Heat?

Lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU) has spent years as one of the most reliable growth stories in retail. The company built a premium brand, expanded into new categories, and delivered margins that most apparel companies could only envy. Investors grew comfortable with a simple narrative: Lululemon sets the trend, and everyone else follows.

But the latest results tell a different story. While the company continues to grow internationally, several data points show that its North American momentum has cooled. That shift raises an important question for long-term investors: Is Lululemon's brand losing some of the heat that powered its decade-long run?

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