Gildan Activewear (GIL) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
GIL - Gildan Activewear Inc.
$48.45
-0.48 (-0.98%)
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5d:
-9.74%
30d:
-15.39%
90d:
-18.84%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: GIL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: GIL 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
$108.51
Based on 11.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$67.38
28.1% 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 11.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: GIL is currently trading at $48.45, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $52.18 to $57.41. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.8) compared to its historical average (11.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.0% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, GIL is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $48.05. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: GIL scores 32/100 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 $85.25 (+76.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, GIL is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $48.05. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: GIL scores 32/100 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 $85.25 (+76.0%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$52.18 -
$57.41
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (32/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 76.0% below Wall St target ($85.25)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-9.7%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$52.18 -
$57.41
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$48.05
Resistance Level
$54.53
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.76
Wall Street Target
$85.25
(+76.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
72.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-59.2%
Profit Margin
1.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.8 vs 11.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$44.09
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$40.12
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$36.51
(-25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→12)
$48.35
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 18.4%)
$185.00
(+282%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.8, Growth: 18.4%)
$80.35
(+66%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.4, Growth: 18.4%)
$68.30
(+41%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (39x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 39.14 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.25
Bull Case
$107.65
(+122%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 43.1
Base Case
$97.86
(+102%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 39.1
Bear Case
$33.27
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 33.3
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 8.8 to 11.6
Stabilization Target:
$64.16
(+32.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+32.4%
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