Carter’s Inc (CRI)

Currency in USD
33.28
-0.49(-1.44%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
33.2033.91
52 wk Range
23.3844.44
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
33.76
Open
33.69
Day's Range
33.2-33.91
52 wk Range
23.38-44.44
Volume
300.02K
Average Volume (3m)
1.26M
1-Year Change
-8.2943%
Book Value / Share
25.52
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Price Target
40.67
Upside
+22.20%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Has maintained dividend payments for 14 consecutive years

Carter’s Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

2 Buy
3 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
7 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 40.67
(+22.20% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
UBS
Hold41.00+23.05%40.00Maintain11/05/2026
Wells Fargo
Sell33.00-0.96%28.00Maintain29/04/2026
Citi
Buy53.00+59.06%50.00Maintain20/04/2026
UBS
Hold40.00+20.05%40.00Maintain15/04/2026
Goldman Sachs
Hold38.00+14.05%-Upgrade09/04/2026

Carter’s Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Carter's Q1 FY2026 EPS of $0.39 beat forecast of $0.11 by 254.55%; revenue rose 8% YoY to $681M, exceeding estimates by 3.38%.
  • Stock surged 14.13% in pre-market to $35.64 following strong U.S. retail performance with 10.3% comparable sales growth.
  • Gross margin declined 310 bps to 43.1% due to tariff pressures, partially offset by pricing strategies and improved average unit retail.
  • Company forecasts negative Q2 EPS but expects recovery in later quarters through product collaborations and e-commerce enhancements.
  • Interim CEO Westenberger cited strategic initiatives for strong results despite tariff headwinds and elevated interest costs from debt refinancing.
Last Updated: 06/05/2026, 15:14
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Earnings

Latest Release
06/05/2026
EPS / Forecast
0.39 / 0.11
Revenue / Forecast
681M / 658.76M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 2.49%
Dividend Yield
2.99%
Industry Median 2.46%
Annualised payout
1.00
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+20.90%
Growth Streak

Compare CRI to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
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Peers
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
14.0x19.3x10.6x
PEG Ratio
−0.35−1.970.02
Price/Book
1.3x5.8x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.4x1.1x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
4.8%38.3%29.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Carter's, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, sources, and markets branded childrenswear in the United States and internationally. It operates through three segments: U.S. Retail, U.S. Wholesale, and International. The company’s products include babies and young children’s products, such as bodysuits, layette essentials, sleep and play, pants, tops and t-shirts, multipiece sets, dresses, and sleepwear; and playclothes, such as denim jeans, overalls, core bottoms, knit tops, t-shirts, and layering pieces. It also provides products for playtime, travel, mealtime, bath time, and home gear, as well as kid’s and diaper bags, as well as range of licensed sports and character t-shirts. In addition, the company offers sleepwear, swimwear, outerwear, bedding, accessories, and toys; and toddler apparel and accessories. It sells its products through its retail stores, websites, and mobile app, as well as its wholesale distribution; and distributes its products to wholesale customers, including department stores, national chains, and specialty retailers. The company markets its products under the Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip Hop, Child of Mine, Just One You, Simple Joys, Little Planet, Otter Avenue, and other brands. Carter's, Inc. was founded in 1865 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Employees
15400

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
17.84M48.40%595.88M
Other Institutional Investors
21.02M51.60%702.16M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
38.85M100.00%1.3B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.14.87%5,480,969185,038
The Vanguard Group, Inc.11.19%4,124,342139,238

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FAQ

What Is the Carter’s (NYSE: CRI) Share Price Today?

The Carter’s stock price today is 33.28 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Carter’s (CRI) Trade On?

Carter’s is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for Carter’s?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for Carter’s is "CRI."

Does Carter’s Pay Dividends? What’s The Current CRI Dividend Yield?

Yes, CRI Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current Carter’s dividend yield is 3%.

What Is the Current Carter’s Market Capitalisation?

As of today, Carter’s (NYSE: CRI) market cap is 1.23B USD.

What Is Carter’s's (CRI) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Carter’s EPS is currently 2.49 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next Carter’s Earnings Date?

Carter’s's next earnings report will be released on 24/07/2026.

Is CRI a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's Carter’s moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal for CRI stock is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Carter’s Stock Split?

Carter’s has split 1 times. (See the CRI stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does Carter’s Have?

Carter’s has 15400 employees, based on their latest Companies House report.

What is the current trading status of Carter’s (NYSE: CRI)?

As of 15/05/2026, Carter’s (CRI) is trading at a share price of 33.28 USD, with a previous close of 33.76 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 33.20 USD to 33.91 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 23.38 USD to 44.44 USD.

What Is Carter’s (CRI) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Carter’s is 40.67 USD, with a high estimate of 53 USD and a low estimate of 30 USD. 2 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +22.20% Upside potential.
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