CRI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRI - Carter's Inc.
$35.77
-0.47 (-1.30%)
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5d:
-7.62%
30d:
-4.46%
90d:
-4.77%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 24, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CRI shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CRI shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$60.63
Based on 7.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$37.65
5.0% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 11.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRI is currently trading at $35.77, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $37.49 to $39.73. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.8) compared to its historical average (11.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 47146.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRI is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $35.24. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRI scores 19/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $42.67 (+19.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRI is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $35.24. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRI scores 19/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $42.67 (+19.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$37.49 -
$39.73
Company Quality Score
34/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (19/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($42.67)
- WARNING: Composite score 34/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$37.49 -
$39.73
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$35.24
Resistance Level
$41.22
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.84
Wall Street Target
$42.67
(+19.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
47146.4%
Profit Margin
6.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.8 vs 11.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$33.91
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$32.15
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$30.48
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→12)
$35.62
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 11.5%)
$101.13
(+183%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.8, Growth: 11.5%)
$49.58
(+39%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.4, Growth: 11.5%)
$42.14
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 7.01 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.31
Bull Case
$28.02
(-22%)
Analyst growth -31.5%, PE expands to 7.7
Base Case
$25.48
(-29%)
Market implied -31.5%, PE stable at 7.0
Bear Case
$25.30
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 6.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.8 to 11.5
Stabilization Target:
$41.81
(+16.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+16.9%
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