Carter's Q3 Results, Q4 Guidance Could Drive Sharp Share Moves, UBS Securities Says

UBS reduced its price target for Carter's (NYSE:CRI) to $38 from $41, citing margin concerns due to higher oil and cotton prices. The firm maintained a Neutral rating, noting the stock's low P/E ratio and high short interest. Carter's recently reported Q2 2026 earnings of $0.26 per share on $615M revenue, beating estimates, but shares fell due to margin pressure concerns. BMO Capital initiated coverage with an Outperform rating and $40 price target.

BMO Capital initiated coverage on Carter’s Inc. (NYSE:CRI) with an outperform rating and a $40.00 price target. The firm expects benefits from new leadership, improved wholesale mix, and lower tariffs. CRI trades at $32.28, with a P/E ratio of 6.06, and analysts anticipate earnings growth. The company recently reported Q2 2026 earnings of $0.26 per share, beating estimates, but faces wholesale demand challenges and margin pressures.

Carter's Inc. (CRI) reported a 5% year-over-year increase in net sales and a 54% jump in adjusted operating profit for Q2 fiscal 2026. The company's U.S. Retail business saw a 5% rise in comparable sales, driven by strong demand in baby products and e-commerce growth. Management highlighted strategic investments and improved execution, while noting challenges like tariff uncertainty and cautious consumer spending. CRI shares have risen 21.2% in the past year, trading at a forward P/E of 10.13X.

Zacks Equity Research highlights Carter's (CRI) as a Bull of the Day, citing a strong Q2 earnings beat, raised guidance, and positive analyst revisions. The company's stock has seen a pullback, presenting a potential buying opportunity. Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM) is named Bear of the Day due to falling estimates, rising costs, and a stock price that may have already priced in gold's rally. Additionally, Zacks provides analysis on Rocket Companies (RKT), UWM Holdings (UWMC), and PennyMac Financial

Carter's (CRI) reported Q2 EPS of $0.26, beating estimates by 1200% and raising guidance. Revenue was $615M, up from $585M last year. The company's market cap is $1.2B with a forward PE of 10. Analysts have revised estimates higher, and the stock has seen support around $34.

Carter’s (NYSE:CRI) reported Q2 CY2026 revenue of $615.5 million, up 5.2% year on year and above analyst estimates of $605.7 million. Adjusted EPS was $0.26 versus $0.06 expected, and adjusted EBITDA was $30.8 million versus $26.43 million. Q3 guidance midpoint revenue was $750 million and adjusted EPS $0.85, both below analyst estimates.