** Levi Strauss & Co LEVI.N shares dipping 1.2% on Thurs ahead of qtrly results after the bell, as investors watch for signs of demand resilience amid tariff pressures

** Denim maker in July raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts, counting on robust demand at its stores and website to offset a margin hit from U.S. tariffs

** Co has been investing in its direct-to-consumer-first strategy and aims to diversify its supply chain to further reduce dependence on China and source from countries such as Bangladesh and Cambodia** Analysts expect qtrly rev down 1% to $1.50 bln, adj EPS seen at $0.31 vs $0.33 yr-ago, per LSEG ** LEVI stock up about 41% YTD, outperforming S&P 500 .SPX which is up 14% ** Shares last traded about 2% below 52-week intraday high of $24.80 reached on Oct. 03, 2025 ** Stock recently at 17x expected earnings, above 5-yr avg forward PE of 14

(Reporting by Noel Randewich)

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