CRI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRI - Carter's Inc.
$33.76
0.35 (1.05%)
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5d:
-5.57%
30d:
-6.82%
90d:
-11.46%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 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
$63.71
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$39.56
14.7% 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 12.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRI is currently trading at $33.76, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $34.00 to $37.84. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.3) compared to its historical average (12.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.9% 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 $32.16, while resistance sits at $39.47.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $40.67 (+20.5%). 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 $32.16, while resistance sits at $39.47.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $40.67 (+20.5%). 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
$34.00 -
$37.84
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 20.5% below Wall St target ($40.67)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.6% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$34.00 -
$37.84
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.16
Resistance Level
$39.47
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.35
Wall Street Target
$40.67
(+20.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-9.3%
Profit Margin
3.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.4 vs 12.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$31.09
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$28.64
(-15%)
3-Year Target
$26.37
(-22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→12)
$33.85
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 12.1%)
$112.06
(+232%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.3, Growth: 12.1%)
$47.53
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.9, Growth: 12.1%)
$40.40
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.42 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.49
Bull Case
$53.30
(+58%)
Analyst growth 45.0%, PE expands to 14.8
Base Case
$48.45
(+44%)
Market implied 45.0%, PE stable at 13.4
Bear Case
$22.72
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.4
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 9.3 to 12.0
Stabilization Target:
$43.33
(+28.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+28.4%
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