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GILGildan Activewear Inc.
$63.81
Financials
NEUTRAL
Analysis updated: Jan 16, 2026

Investment Thesis

GIL is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 72/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.

Mixed signals = No edge currently

Key Takeaways

Earnings Momentum

-7%
Q4'24
$0.86
+22%
Q1'25
$0.56
+160%
Q2'25
$0.91
-2%
Q3'25
$0.80
Earnings Growing

Price Structure

Aligned Uptrend
Price
$63.81
50 DMA
$59.81
100 DMA
$58.73
150 DMA
$56.22
200 DMA
$53.54
Alignment Score: 4/4✓ Confirmed Uptrend

GIL Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
72 (Top 28%)>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern Stage
AT_PIVOTAt pivot or near breakout

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on GIL, we need:

Twin Engines Dashboard

Technical Health

RS Rating
72/99
Top 28% (Need 80+)
Trend
Aligned Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
53
NEUTRAL
VCP Setup
HOT
Score: 7/9
Volume
817K
-44% vs avg
From Entry
+1.1%
$63.10

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
-2%
Declining
EPS 3Y CAGR
-7%
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
-0%
DECLINING
F-Score
5/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
24%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
59/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Running

Broke out 1 month ago — now +1.1% from entry.

Trail stop at $63.10 (21 EMA or entry). Add on pullback to $63.06 - $62.46 (10-21 EMA).

Breakout Date2025-12-1730 days ago
Entry Price$63.10+1.1% since
Pullback Zone$63.06 - $62.46 (10-21 EMA)Re-entry levels
Trail Stop$63.10Breakeven or 21 EMA
Breakout Quality5/10Normal volume

If/Then Playbook

IF: RS Rating improves to >80
THEN: Re-evaluate for potential
IF: EPS growth accelerates next quarter
THEN: Check for developing setup
IF: VCP pattern begins forming
THEN: Add to watchlist if RS also improving
IF: Price breaks below 200 DMA
THEN: Remove from radar

Key Price Levels

Resistance

  • 52W High$65.43+2.5%
  • Pivot$65.43+2.5%
Current$63.81

Support

  • 20 DMA$63.22-0.9%
  • 50 DMA$59.81-6.3%
  • 200 DMA$53.54-16.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GIL stock a buy now?

GIL is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 72/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.

What is the buy point for GIL?

GIL broke out at $63.10 recently and is flat. Still early - monitor for follow-through confirmation.

What is GIL's RS Rating?

GIL has an RS Rating of 72/99, meaning it's in the Top 28% of all stocks for relative price performance over the past 12 months. Minervini recommends RS 80+ for momentum trades.

Important Disclosure: This analysis is for educational and informational purposes only. Technical and fundamental indicators are based on historical data and do not guarantee future performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.