The Children's Place, Inc. (PLCE) Earnings History
Net Loss30 years of earnings data (1996–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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The Children's Place, Inc. (PLCE) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, The Children's Place, Inc. (PLCE) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$107M, reflecting +11.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-4.84 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -7.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, PLCE's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $187M in fiscal 2021.
The Children's Place, Inc. is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including CATO ($3M net income, -0.9% margin), GCO ($13M net income, 0.5% margin), DXLG (-$40M net income, -8.3% margin), PLCE has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare PLCE vs CATO →
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PLCE Historical Earnings Data (1996–2025)
30 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$88M | -52.7% | -$53M | $-4.01 | -7.3% | -4.3% |
| 2024 | -$58M | +62.6% | $17M | $-4.53 | -4.2% | 1.2% |
| 2023 | -$155M | -13480.1% | -$38M | $-12.36 | -9.6% | -2.4% |
| 2022 | -$1M | -100.6% | $4M | $-0.09 | -0.1% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | $187M | +233.3% | $283M | $12.59 | 9.8% | 14.8% |
| 2020 | -$140M | -291.5% | -$161M | $-9.59 | -9.2% | -10.6% |
| 2019 | $73M | -27.4% | $102M | $4.68 | 3.9% | 5.5% |
| 2018 | $101M | +19.2% | $116M | $6.01 | 5.2% | 6.0% |
| 2017 | $85M | -17.2% | $168M | $4.67 | 4.5% | 9.0% |
| 2016 | $102M | +76.8% | $150M | $5.40 | 5.7% | 8.4% |
| 2015 | $58M | +1.8% | $107M | $2.80 | 3.4% | 6.2% |
| 2014 | $57M | +7.3% | $91M | $2.59 | 3.2% | 5.2% |
| 2013 | $53M | -15.5% | $105M | $2.32 | 3.0% | 5.9% |
| 2012 | $63M | -18.8% | $107M | $2.58 | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| 2011 | $77M | -7.1% | $112M | $3.01 | 4.5% | 6.5% |
| 2010 | $83M | -5.9% | $139M | $3.03 | 5.0% | 8.3% |
| 2009 | $88M | +7.3% | $132M | $3.08 | 5.4% | 8.0% |
| 2008 | $82M | +238.3% | $129M | $2.79 | 5.1% | 7.9% |
| 2007 | -$60M | -168.2% | $32M | $-2.05 | -2.8% | 1.5% |
| 2006 | $87M | +33.3% | $140M | $2.92 | 4.3% | 6.9% |
| 2005 | $66M | +51.5% | $93M | $2.09 | 3.9% | 5.6% |
| 2004 | $43M | +88.5% | $69M | $1.48 | 3.7% | 6.0% |
| 2003 | $23M | +157.0% | $36M | $0.84 | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2002 | $9M | -80.8% | $15M | $0.30 | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| 2001 | $47M | +9.1% | $76M | $1.73 | 7.1% | 11.6% |
| 2000 | $43M | +21.8% | $71M | $1.60 | 7.3% | 12.1% |
| 1999 | $35M | +69.3% | $58M | $1.32 | 8.3% | 13.7% |
| 1998 | $21M | +137.9% | $36M | $0.80 | 7.3% | 12.5% |
| 1997 | $9M | -71.4% | $14M | $0.22 | 4.5% | 7.5% |
| 1996 | $30M | - | $13M | $1.28 | 21.2% | 8.9% |
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PLCE — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PLCE stock.
What is PLCE earnings per share (EPS)?
PLCE trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-4.84, reflecting +11.5% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 1996 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is The Children's Place, Inc.'s net income?
The Children's Place, Inc. (PLCE) trailing twelve-month net income is $-107M as of 2025. Earnings grew +11.5% year-over-year.
Is PLCE profitable?
PLCE is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-107M. Net margin is -7.3%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is PLCE's earnings growth rate?
PLCE compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: N/A, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: N/A, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1996 to 2025.
What are PLCE's profit margins?
The Children's Place, Inc. net profit margin is -7.3%, operating margin is -4.3%, and gross margin is +27.2%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is N/A.
Is PLCE growing earnings?
PLCE is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +11.5% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income is $-107M.
What was PLCE's best earnings year?
The Children's Place, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $187M, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1996 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were PLCE's earnings last quarter?
PLCE's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $-53M with diluted EPS of $-2.40. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.