Carter's, Inc. (CRI) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1998 to 2025
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CRI EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
CRI Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 45.4% | 5.0% | 3.2% |
| 2024 | 48.0% | 9.0% | 6.5% |
| 2023 | 47.4% | 11.0% | 7.9% |
| 2022 | 45.8% | 11.8% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | 47.7% | 14.3% | 9.7% |
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Carter's, Inc. (CRI) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Carter's, Inc. (CRI) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $91M, reflecting -49.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $2.56 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 3.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CRI's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +0.7%, reflecting modest earnings expansion. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $340M in fiscal 2021.
Carter's, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 45.4%, operating margin of 5.0%, and net margin of 3.2%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including GES ($80M net income, 2.0% margin), PVH ($469M net income, 6.9% margin), HBI ($330M net income, -9.1% margin), CRI has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare CRI vs GES →
CRI Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
CRI Historical Earnings Data (1998–2025)
28 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $92M | -50.5% | $144M | $2.59 | 3.2% | 5.0% |
| 2024 | $186M | -20.2% | $255M | $5.12 | 6.5% | 9.0% |
| 2023 | $233M | -7.0% | $323M | $6.24 | 7.9% | 11.0% |
| 2022 | $250M | -26.4% | $379M | $6.34 | 7.8% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | $340M | +209.7% | $497M | $7.81 | 9.7% | 14.3% |
| 2020 | $110M | -58.4% | $190M | $2.50 | 3.6% | 6.3% |
| 2019 | $264M | -6.5% | $372M | $5.85 | 7.5% | 10.6% |
| 2018 | $282M | -6.8% | $391M | $6.05 | 8.1% | 11.3% |
| 2017 | $303M | +17.3% | $420M | $6.24 | 8.9% | 12.3% |
| 2016 | $258M | +8.5% | $427M | $5.08 | 8.1% | 13.3% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CRI stock.
Is CRI growing earnings?
CRI EPS fell to $2.56, with earnings declining -49.4%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +0.7%. TTM net income dropped to $91M.
What are CRI's profit margins?
Carter's, Inc. net margin is +3.2%, with operating margin at +5.0%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are CRI's earnings?
CRI earnings data spans 1998-2025. The declining earnings trend is -49.4% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.