UBS Group lowered their price target on V.F. Barclays dropped their target price on shares of V.F. Positive Sentiment: Needham & Company retained a Buy rating, although it lowered its price target to $21 from $25. Price TargetNeedham & Company retained a rating, although it lowered its price target to $21 from $25. Founded in 1899 in Pennsylvania as the Reading Glove and Mitten Manufacturing Company, VF evolved through a series of acquisitions and strategic expansions to become a leading player in the global apparel industry.