CRI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRI - Carter's Inc.
$38.92
-0.88 (-2.21%)
▼
5d:
-1.12%
30d:
+17.33%
90d:
+10.57%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 24, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$62.65
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$38.90
Trading above historical range
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 11.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRI is currently trading at $38.92, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $34.04 to $38.57. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.8) is in line with its historical norms (11.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.0% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRI is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $34.67, while resistance sits at $41.32.
Market Sentiment: CRI has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRI is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $34.67, while resistance sits at $41.32.
Market Sentiment: CRI has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$34.04 -
$38.57
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($40.67)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$34.04 -
$38.57
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$34.67
Resistance Level
$41.32
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.78
Wall Street Target
$40.67
(+4.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-9.3%
Profit Margin
3.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.8 vs 11.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$37.75
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$36.62
(-6%)
3-Year Target
$35.52
(-9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→12)
$38.89
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 12.1%)
$111.40
(+186%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$54.80
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.2, Growth: 12.1%)
$46.58
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.81 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.49
Bull Case
$62.79
(+57%)
Analyst growth 45.0%, PE expands to 17.4
Base Case
$57.08
(+42%)
Market implied 45.0%, PE stable at 15.8
Bear Case
$26.76
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.4
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 10.8 to 11.8
Stabilization Target:
$42.61
(+9.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+9.5%
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Last updated: June 03, 2026 5:08 PM ET
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Technical Signals Check
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
0
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
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