** German footwear maker Birkenstock's BIRK.N shares rise 5% to $57.20 premarket
** BIRK raises its annual forecasts as Q2 sales grew more than expected and co sees strong demand for its pricier range of sandals and clogs
** Co now expects its 2025 revenue growth to be at the high end of its previous forecast range of 15% to 17% on constant currency basis
** Co posts quarterly revenue of 574.3 million euros, compared with analysts' estimates of 567.7 million euros, as per data compiled by LSEG
** Co posts Q2 adj. profit of 0.55 euros per share vs estimates of 0.54 euros
** "We expect the tariff situation may create a unique shift in consumer behavior in the footwear category with a split between the few brands, like Birkenstock," says CEO Oliver Reichert
** As of last close, stock down 3.8% YTD
(Reporting by Siddhi Mahatole)
((siddhi.mahatole@thomsonreuters.com))
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