Citi Trends is demonstrating a clear top-line inflection with double-digit revenue growth, but this is being overshadowed by a volatile and incomplete profitability recovery, as evidenced by operating margins swinging from -14.1% in 2024Q2 to just 3.2% in 2026Q1 before turning negative again.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 25, 2026 | $0.05+115.6% vs -$0.32 | $212M+0.0% vs $212M |
Q3 2026 Jun 2, 2026 | $1.08+242.9% vs $0.32 | $231M+6.2% vs $217M |
Q2 2026 Mar 17, 2026 | $0.85+9.7% vs $0.78 | $230M+1.3% vs $227M |
Q4 2025 Dec 2, 2025 | -$0.88-11.4% vs -$0.79 | $197M+5.2% vs $187M |
Engineers Gate Manager LP decreased its stake in shares of Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRN) by 66.7% during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 6,258 shares of the company's stock after selling 12,559 shares during the
SAVANNAH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRN), a leading off-price value retailer of apparel, accessories and home trends primarily for Black families, today announced that Chief Financial Officer Heather Plutino has informed the Company of her decision to step down from her role for personal reasons. Ms. Plutino will continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer while the Company conducts a search for her successor and is committed to ensuring a smooth and orderly transition.
Hsbc Holdings PLC purchased a new position in shares of Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRN) during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 14,521 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $828,000. Hsbc Holdings PLC owned approximately 0.17% of
Citi Trends delivered strong 2Q26 results with double-digit comps and raised full-year guidance, marking its third consecutive year of positive comp growth. CTRN's operating leverage is driving significant margin expansion, but valuation has surged to ~33x guided earnings, making future growth a necessity rather than an upside. Management expects FY26 comps of 9–11% and adjusted EBITDA of $38–42 million, with plans to accelerate new store openings from 2027.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $45.01 | $374.93M | 52.02 | 8.88% | 0.84% | 6.19% | — | |
| $0.32 | $7.16M | -0.05 | -12.8% | -11.82% | — | — | |
| $0.43 | $23.89M | -0.65 | -6.85% | -8.77% | -33.24% | — | |
| $51.34 | $387.17M | 11.34 | 6.22% | 6.62% | 13.2% | 1.2% | |
| $2.34 | $41.91M | -8.01 | 0.62% | -0.87% | -3.39% | — | |
| $231.09 | $74.74B | 27.84 | 7.67% | 10.85% | 42.34% | 0.71% |
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Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Sep 11, 2026·SEC
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Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) reported $870.0M in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $820.0M in fiscal year 2025. That is 422% more than the $157.2M of fiscal year 2003.
Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) grew revenue by 11.1% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.
Yes. Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) earned $7.3M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 0.8% net margin).
Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) had a return on equity (ROE) of 6.2% over the trailing twelve months. That is below the market's typical 10-15%.
Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) generated $6.5M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.
