GIL
Gildan Activewear Inc. · Consumer Discretionary · Apparel Manufacturing
Last
$40.92
−$1.07 (−2.56%) 3:59 PM ET
Prev close $41.99
Open $41.99
Day high $42.76
Day low $40.88
Volume 1,339,872
Avg vol 1,844,090
Mkt cap
$7.58B
EV/Sales
3.05
P/E ratio
21.25
FY Revenue
$2.71B
EPS
1.93
Gross Margin
26.81%
Div yield
0.92%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
AI report sections
GIL
Gildan Activewear Inc.
Gildan Activewear exhibits a firmly positive price trend over the past year with the stock trading near the top of its 52-week range and above key moving averages. Fundamentals show solid profitability and double-digit net income and EPS growth but are tempered by negative free cash flow and relatively high valuation multiples. Technical patterns and sentiment lean constructive in the near term, while elevated short volume and premium valuation multiples highlight risk if growth or integration of recent acquisitions underperforms.
AI summarized at 6:38 PM ET, 2026-01-21
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 68 SWING: 74 LONG: 57
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−14% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.86×
RSI
38.76 (Weak)
Weak (30–40)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: -0.02 Signal: -0.01
Short-Term
+0.34 (Strong)
MACD: -1.95 Signal: -2.29
Long-Term
+0.02 (Strong)
MACD: -3.35 Signal: -3.37
Intraday trend score 57.13

Latest news

GIL 12 articles Positive: 4 Neutral: 2 Negative: 6
Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
ROSEN, THE FIRST FILING FIRM, Encourages Gildan Activewear Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action First Filed by the Firm - GIL

Rosen Law Firm has filed a class action lawsuit against Gildan Activewear Inc. on behalf of investors who purchased securities between February 19, 2025 and June 15, 2026. The lawsuit alleges that Gildan made false and misleading statements regarding its business operations, failed to disclose inadequate internal controls, and engaged in channel stuffing to artificially inflate revenue. Investors who wish to serve as lead plaintiff must file by December 14, 2026.

GIL class action lawsuit securities fraud channel stuffing internal controls investor compensation lead plaintiff deadline
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements, inadequate internal controls, and fraudulent revenue recognition practices through channel stuffing. These allegations indicate serious corporate governance and accounting violations that resulted in investor losses.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
GIL's Raised 2026 Outlook Puts Synergies and Tariff Refunds in Focus

Gildan Activewear raised its 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $4.65-$4.75 and free cash flow outlook to $1 billion, driven by faster-than-expected HanesBrands integration synergies ($100 million) and $220 million in tariff refunds. However, soft retail demand and $4.7 billion in net debt remain headwinds. The company targets a 21.8% operating margin for 2026.

GIL COLM KTB earnings guidance tariff refunds integration synergies apparel sector margin expansion
Sentiment note

Raised 2026 EPS guidance and free cash flow outlook significantly; faster-than-expected synergy capture and substantial tariff refunds provide earnings support; improved operating margin targets demonstrate operational efficiency gains.

Neutral Zacks Investment Research • Na
GIL Falls 11.1% in One Month as Retail Risks Test the Recovery Case

Gildan Activewear (GIL) shares declined 11.1% in four weeks as weak retail demand and HanesBrands integration execution risks weigh on investor sentiment. Despite raising 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $4.65-$4.75 and operating margin forecast to 21.8%, the company's $4.7 billion net debt and 3.2X leverage remain concerns. The stock trades at a discount valuation but faces headwinds from retail softness and elevated acquisition-related costs.

GIL COLM CROX retail demand HanesBrands acquisition earnings guidance operating margin net debt
Sentiment note

Mixed signals: positive earnings beat (+32% YoY), raised guidance, and attractive valuation (8.03X forward earnings vs. 15.3X industry average) are offset by weak retail sales, high leverage (3.2X), and integration execution risks. Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) reflects balanced near-term outlook requiring careful monitoring.

Neutral Zacks Investment Research • Na
Is GIL Stock a Buy as Low Valuation Meets HanesBrands Execution Risk?

Gildan Activewear (GIL) has fallen 22.7% in 12 weeks and trades at a steep valuation discount of 8.0X forward earnings versus the industry's 15.3X. While the HanesBrands integration promises $100 million in 2026 synergies and earnings growth to $4.67 per share, the company faces significant headwinds including $4.7 billion in net debt, elevated leverage, and soft retail demand. The stock's upside potential depends on successful execution of integration targets and debt reduction, but current risks favor a cautious stance.

GIL RL CROX Gildan Activewear HanesBrands integration valuation discount retail demand debt leverage
Sentiment note

Stock trades at attractive valuation (8.0X forward earnings vs. 15.3X industry average) with positive earnings growth projections and $100M+ synergy targets. However, this is offset by significant risks including $4.7B net debt, soft retail demand, and execution uncertainty on the HanesBrands integration. The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) reflects this balanced risk-reward profile.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
Gildan Investor News: If You Have Suffered Losses in Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE: GIL), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights

Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential securities claims against Gildan Activewear Inc. following a short seller report by Jehoshaphat Research that alleged the company engaged in financial engineering to obscure negative organic growth. Gildan's stock fell 18.7% on June 16, 2026, after the report was published. The firm is preparing a class action lawsuit to recover investor losses.

GIL securities fraud short seller report financial engineering class action lawsuit organic growth investor losses
Sentiment note

Company faces allegations of issuing materially misleading business information, with accusations of using financial engineering to obscure negative organic growth. Stock experienced an 18.7% decline following the short seller report, and a securities class action lawsuit is being prepared against the company.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
Can Somnigroup's Brand Strength and Innovation Efforts Drive Growth?

Somnigroup International Inc. (SGI) maintains a strong position in the global mattress and bedding industry through its portfolio of premium brands including Tempur-Pedic, Sealy, and Stearns & Foster. The company focuses on product innovation, operational efficiency, and diversified distribution channels. SGI trades at a forward P/E of 16.45X, below the industry average of 17.29X, with consensus estimates showing 15.2% EPS growth in 2026 and 28.5% in 2027. The stock has declined 19.7% in the past six months but carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) rating.

SGI DLTH COLM GIL mattress industry product innovation operational efficiency brand portfolio
Sentiment note

Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating and strong consensus sales growth estimate of 66.3% indicate significant expansion potential, though trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 2.5% is modest.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
NIKE's Shares Fall More Than 2% Post Q1 Earnings: What's Ahead?

NIKE shares declined 2.2% after reporting Q1 fiscal 2027 earnings that beat expectations but showed a 4% revenue decline. Greater China sales plunged 22% and weakness in Sportswear and Jordan Brand offset gains in performance categories. The company expects fiscal 2027 revenues to fall at a high-single-digit rate despite $2.5B in planned Pace savings, with analysts downgrading earnings estimates significantly.

NKE DLTH COLM GIL NIKE earnings Q1 fiscal 2027 Greater China weakness revenue decline
Sentiment note

Carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with expected current financial-year sales growth of 66.3%, indicating strong business momentum despite modest trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 2.5%.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • The Rosen Law Firm
Gildan Investor News: If You Have Suffered Losses in Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE: GIL), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights

The Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential securities claims against Gildan Activewear Inc. following a short seller report by Jehoshaphat Research that alleged the company engaged in financial engineering to obscure negative organic growth. Gildan's stock fell 18.7% on June 16, 2026, after the report questioned the company's organic growth and sales practices. The firm is preparing a class action lawsuit to recover investor losses.

GIL securities fraud short seller report financial engineering organic growth class action lawsuit investor losses misleading business information
Sentiment note

The company is under investigation for allegedly issuing materially misleading business information and engaging in financial engineering to obscure negative organic growth. A short seller report triggered an 18.7% stock price decline, and a class action lawsuit is being prepared against the company.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
NIKE Q1 Earnings Beat on Margin Gain, Stock Falls on Revenue Miss

NIKE beat EPS estimates at 48 cents but reported a 4.3% revenue decline to $11.2 billion, missing consensus. The company faces weakness in Sportswear, Jordan Brand, and Greater China, with Direct channel revenues down 8%. Management projects high-single-digit fiscal 2027 revenue declines and introduced the Pace restructuring program targeting $2.5 billion in savings through 2031.

NKE DLTH COLM GIL NIKE earnings revenue decline Greater China weakness Sportswear segment
Sentiment note

Carries Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with consensus estimate indicating significant sales growth of 66.3% for current financial year, despite modest earnings surprise of 2.5%.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
ROSEN, LEADING INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Qfin Holdings, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - QFIN

Rosen Law Firm has filed class action lawsuits against Qfin Holdings, Inc. for allegedly making false and misleading statements about business resilience and downplaying regulatory impacts during the Class Period (March 18, 2026 - August 25, 2026). Investors who purchased securities during this period may be eligible for compensation. The deadline to serve as lead plaintiff is November 30, 2026.

QFIN BBNX GIL class action lawsuit securities fraud regulatory headwinds investor compensation lead plaintiff
Sentiment note

Company is subject to ongoing securities claims investigation by Rosen Law Firm on behalf of shareholders, indicating potential shareholder losses.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
Gildan Investor News: If You Have Suffered Losses in Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE: GIL), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights

The Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential securities claims against Gildan Activewear Inc. after a short seller report from Jehoshaphat Research alleged the company engaged in financial engineering to obscure negative organic growth. The stock fell 18.7% on June 16, 2026, following the report's release. Investors who suffered losses are encouraged to join a prospective class action lawsuit.

GIL securities fraud class action lawsuit short seller report financial engineering organic growth investor losses misleading business information
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities investigation alleging materially misleading business information and financial engineering to obscure negative organic growth. Stock declined 18.7% following the short seller report, and a class action lawsuit is being prepared against the company.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • The Rosen Law Firm
Gildan Investor News: If You Have Suffered Losses in Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE: GIL), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights

The Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential securities claims against Gildan Activewear Inc. following a short seller report by Jehoshaphat Research that alleged the company's organic growth has been negative for years despite appearing to show revenue growth through financial engineering. Gildan's stock fell 18.7% on June 16, 2026, following the report's release. The firm is preparing a class action lawsuit to recover investor losses.

GIL securities fraud class action lawsuit short seller report misleading business information organic growth financial engineering stock decline
Sentiment note

The company is under investigation for allegedly issuing materially misleading business information. A short seller report questioned the company's organic growth and sales practices, claiming negative underlying growth was obscured by financial engineering. The stock experienced an 18.7% decline following these allegations, and a class action lawsuit is being prepared against the company.

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