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ISIN
US1462291097
CUSIP
146229109
IPO Date
Oct 24, 2003

Highlights

EPS (TTM)
$3.41
PE Ratio
12.19
Total Revenue (TTM)
$2.95B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$1.32B
EBITDA (TTM)
$189.38M
Year Range
$23.38 - $44.44
Target Price
$37.00
ROA (TTM)
3.65%
ROE (TTM)
9.76%

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Carter's, Inc.

Performance

CRI Performance Chart

Carter's, Inc. (CRI) is up 30.0% since the beginning of the year. At $42 per share, CRI is trading 6.5% below its 52-week high of $44. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of CRI shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $489.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Carter's, Inc. (CRI) has returned 29.99% so far this year and 39.40% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, CRI has returned -6.18% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% annually.


Carter's, Inc.

1D
-2.28%
1M
12.41%
YTD
29.99%
6M
31.53%
1Y
39.40%
3Y*
-10.11%
5Y*
-13.32%
10Y*
-6.18%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
-0.37%
1M
-0.01%
YTD
9.16%
6M
8.64%
1Y
25.22%
3Y*
19.78%
5Y*
11.99%
10Y*
13.88%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

CRI Monthly Returns History

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 24, 2003, CRI's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.96%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 6.0 years.

Historically, 53% of months were positive and 47% were negative. The best month was Nov 2010 with a return of +27.2%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -27.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.

On a daily basis, CRI closed higher 51% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +18.5%, while the worst single day was Feb 27, 2008 at -24.0%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20266.72%-3.06%7.36%1.01%7.56%7.72%29.99%
2025-0.50%-23.46%1.05%-19.19%-5.08%-3.18%-19.55%18.94%-1.19%11.27%2.47%1.63%-37.39%
20241.00%7.02%5.62%-19.21%1.21%-9.40%-2.29%10.13%-1.40%-15.82%1.26%-0.70%-24.04%
202311.74%-9.57%-3.64%-2.99%-9.82%16.78%3.32%-3.55%-3.38%-2.88%2.67%9.83%4.88%
2022-8.00%3.82%-4.09%-8.42%-7.65%-8.53%15.61%-9.36%-10.36%3.57%8.70%2.15%-23.45%
2021-6.41%-5.19%6.54%22.33%-5.66%0.91%-5.26%5.15%-5.02%1.32%3.14%0.19%9.06%

Benchmark Metrics

Carter's, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 3.74%, beta of 0.96, and R2 of 0.24 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since October 24, 2003.

  • This stock participated in 91.94% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 83.40% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • R2 of 0.24 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
3.74%
Beta
0.96
0.24
Upside Capture
83.40%
Downside Capture
91.94%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

CRI ranks 65 for risk / return — better than 65% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.


CRI Risk / Return Rank: 6565
Overall Rank
CRI Sharpe Ratio Rank: 6666
Sharpe Ratio Rank
CRI Sortino Ratio Rank: 6060
Sortino Ratio Rank
CRI Omega Ratio Rank: 6464
Omega Ratio Rank
CRI Calmar Ratio Rank: 6767
Calmar Ratio Rank
CRI Martin Ratio Rank: 6767
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Carter's, Inc. (CRI) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.


CRIBenchmarkDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility

-1.29

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk

-1.53

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

1.18

1.37

-0.19

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

1.31

2.78

-1.48

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

2.84

12.44

-9.60

Dividends

Dividend History

Carter's, Inc. provided a 2.41% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $1.00 per share.


1.00%2.00%3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00%$0.00$0.50$1.00$1.50$2.00$2.50$3.00$3.5020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$1.00$1.55$3.20$3.00$3.00$1.40$0.60$2.00$1.80$1.48$1.32$0.88

Dividend yield

2.41%4.78%5.91%4.01%4.02%1.38%0.64%1.83%2.21%1.26%1.53%0.99%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Carter's, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.00$0.25$0.00$0.25$0.00$0.50
2025$0.00$0.00$0.80$0.00$0.00$0.25$0.00$0.25$0.00$0.00$0.25$0.00$1.55
2024$0.00$0.00$0.80$0.00$0.80$0.00$0.00$0.80$0.00$0.00$0.80$0.00$3.20
2023$0.00$0.00$0.75$0.00$0.75$0.00$0.00$0.75$0.00$0.00$0.75$0.00$3.00
2022$0.00$0.00$0.75$0.00$0.75$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.75$0.00$0.75$0.00$3.00
2021$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.40$0.00$0.00$0.40$0.00$0.00$0.60$0.00$1.40

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

Carter's, Inc. has a dividend yield of 2.41%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market.

Payout Ratio

Carter's, Inc. has a payout ratio of 40.38%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that Carter's, Inc. strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Carter's, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Carter's, Inc. was 76.09%, occurring on Aug 1, 2025. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Carter's, Inc. drawdown is 56.62%.


Related event

Drawdown

Fall

Recovery

Underwater

2025 bear market2025
-76.09%Aug 2025
7y 5mo
8y 3moFeb 2018 - now
Financial crisis2007–2009
-63.97%Jul 2008
2y 4mo3y 3mo
5y 7moMar 2006 - Oct 2011
2017 bear market2017
-29.25%Feb 2017
6mo 15d9mo 24d
1y 4moJul 2016 - Nov 2017
2015 bear market2015
-22.68%Nov 2015
3mo 27d7mo 24d
11mo 21dJul 2015 - Jul 2016
2004 bear market2004
-20.11%Sep 2004
3mo 28d1mo 6d
5mo 4dMay 2004 - Oct 2004

Drawdown Indicators


CRIBenchmarkDifference

Max Drawdown

Largest peak-to-trough decline

-76.09%

-56.78%

-19.31%

Max Drawdown (1Y)

Largest decline over 1 year

-30.30%

-9.10%

-21.20%

Max Drawdown (3Y)

Largest decline over 3 years

-71.26%

-18.90%

-52.36%

Max Drawdown (5Y)

Largest decline over 5 years

-74.61%

-25.43%

-49.18%

Max Drawdown (10Y)

Largest decline over 10 years

-76.09%

-33.92%

-42.17%

Current Drawdown

Current decline from peak

-56.62%

-1.80%

-54.82%

Average Drawdown

Average peak-to-trough decline

-22.12%

-10.71%

-11.41%

Ulcer Index

Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks

13.93%

2.03%

+11.90%

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Carter's, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

0.0

Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Carter's, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Apparel Retail industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for CRI, comparing it with other companies in the Apparel Retail industry. Currently, CRI has a P/E ratio of 12.2. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for CRI relative to other companies in the Apparel Retail industry. Currently, CRI has a P/S ratio of 0.4. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items
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