Equity Profile

CRI

Carter's, Inc.

Consumer DiscretionaryApparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods$1.4B

Jul24Fri

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Carter's, Inc. is a leading brand in children's apparel, offering a wide range of clothing and accessories for infants and young children....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$0.06

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall market demand.

$606M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

CRI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Carter's, Inc. is a leading brand in children's apparel, offering a wide range of clothing and accessories for infants and young children. As a part of the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company's performance is closely tied to consumer spending trends, particularly in the family and children's market.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+76.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-8.93%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Carter's reported an impressive EPS of $0.39, significantly exceeding expectations. However, revenue details were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall sales performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product lines and improving customer engagement.
Commitment to enhancing online sales channels.
Plans to optimize supply chain efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect a modest earnings performance this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $0.06. Given the recent strong performance, there is cautious optimism about revenue growth.

Bull Case

If Carter's can exceed the EPS estimate and show strong revenue growth, it may signal a robust recovery in consumer spending on children's apparel.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations, especially after a strong prior quarter, it could lead to a significant decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.06

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$606M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.06?

A beat on EPS could indicate strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What are the revenue figures for Q2-2026?

Understanding revenue will provide clarity on sales trends and consumer demand, which are critical for future growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of new product launches and enhanced online sales strategies, which could drive better-than-expected revenue.

Supporting Evidence

Carter's has a strong track record of exceeding EPS estimates, with a 75% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

Recent trends in consumer spending on children's apparel suggest a potential uptick in demand.

The options market indicates a significant move, suggesting that traders expect a surprise in either direction.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly outpaces expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it follows a strong prior quarter, and any deviation from expectations could lead to volatility.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or higher would confirm strong profitability and positive market sentiment.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.02 would indicate significant challenges in maintaining profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±22.74%

Historical Avg

±12.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move in either direction, indicating heightened uncertainty ahead of the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±22.7% while CRI has averaged ±12.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

58.2%

Calls (31K)P/C Ratio: 4.17Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Carter's beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 8.95%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious commentary is provided, the stock may experience muted movement as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 8.87%, reflecting disappointment in performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on revenue growth and sales performance in the children's apparel segment.
2Updates on online sales initiatives and their impact on overall revenue.
3Any commentary on supply chain improvements and cost management strategies.
4Insights into consumer trends and demand for children's clothing.
5Management's outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year.

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Company Snapshot

Carter's, Inc. is a leading brand in children's apparel, offering a wide range of clothing and accessories for infants and young children....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$0.06

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall market demand.

$606M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

CRI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+76.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-8.93%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Carter's reported an impressive EPS of $0.39, significantly exceeding expectations. However, revenue details were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall sales performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product lines and improving customer engagement.
Commitment to enhancing online sales channels.
Plans to optimize supply chain efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect a modest earnings performance this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $0.06. Given the recent strong performance, there is cautious optimism about revenue growth.

Bull Case

If Carter's can exceed the EPS estimate and show strong revenue growth, it may signal a robust recovery in consumer spending on children's apparel.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations, especially after a strong prior quarter, it could lead to a significant decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.06

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$606M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.06?

A beat on EPS could indicate strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What are the revenue figures for Q2-2026?

Understanding revenue will provide clarity on sales trends and consumer demand, which are critical for future growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of new product launches and enhanced online sales strategies, which could drive better-than-expected revenue.

Supporting Evidence

Carter's has a strong track record of exceeding EPS estimates, with a 75% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

Recent trends in consumer spending on children's apparel suggest a potential uptick in demand.

The options market indicates a significant move, suggesting that traders expect a surprise in either direction.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly outpaces expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it follows a strong prior quarter, and any deviation from expectations could lead to volatility.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or higher would confirm strong profitability and positive market sentiment.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.02 would indicate significant challenges in maintaining profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±22.74%

Historical Avg

±12.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move in either direction, indicating heightened uncertainty ahead of the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±22.7% while CRI has averaged ±12.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

58.2%

Calls (31K)P/C Ratio: 4.17Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Carter's beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 8.95%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious commentary is provided, the stock may experience muted movement as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 8.87%, reflecting disappointment in performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on revenue growth and sales performance in the children's apparel segment.
2Updates on online sales initiatives and their impact on overall revenue.
3Any commentary on supply chain improvements and cost management strategies.
4Insights into consumer trends and demand for children's clothing.
5Management's outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year.