Gildan Activewear Inc. has seen a slight dip in its stock performance this week, despite announcing record revenue figures.
This week, Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL.TO) experienced a decline of 1.91%, closing at C$72.47. Even with this downturn, the company reported record fourth-quarter revenue and adjusted diluted EPS, which could influence investor sentiment moving forward.
Investor takeaway: While Gildan's recent financial performance shows strong growth, the stock's current price action and technical indicators suggest caution for investors considering entry points.
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Gildan Activewear Inc.
GIL.TO
GIL.TO
Gildan Activewear Inc.
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Market cap
$15.09B
P/E
45.3x
Div. yield
1.19%
Div. / share
$0.95
52W high
$99.56
52W low
$65.15
1W change
-1.89%
Beta
1.11
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering GIL
Wall Street analysts forecast GIL stock price to rise 30.0% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$103.87
+30.0% Upside
Current Price
C$79.90
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
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Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on GIL's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
35.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
53.5%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+11.7%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$83.30
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$81.02 | C$71.62 โ C$91.64 |
| 60 trading days | C$82.15 | C$69.01 โ C$97.79 |
| 90 trading days | C$83.30 | C$67.29 โ C$103.12 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
Gildan's Fourth Quarter Revenue Hits Record C$1,078 Million
The reported revenue represents a 31.3% increase year-over-year, reflecting the company's strong market position and operational strategies.
Bull case
Gildan reported a significant year-over-year increase in revenue and earnings, signaling strong operational performance and growth potential. The average analyst target of C$106.85 suggests an optimistic outlook for the stock.
Bear case
The stock is currently trading below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, indicating potential weakness in momentum. This recent price decline may raise concerns among investors about the sustainability of past growth.
Price Action Overview
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Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL.TO) closed at C$72.47, down 0.96% for the day and 1.91% for the week. Over the past month, the stock has declined by 14.87% and is down 16.12% year-to-date.
Recent Company News
Despite the stock's decline, Gildan recently reported record fourth-quarter net sales of C$1,078 million, marking a 31.3% year-over-year increase. The company also announced an adjusted diluted EPS of C$0.96, a 15.7% increase from the previous year. Additionally, Gildan provided guidance for 2026 and updated its integration plans, which could help bolster investor confidence.
Technical Picture
Currently, Gildan's stock is trading below its 50-day moving average of C$78.47 and its 200-day moving average of C$83.12, indicating potential bearish momentum. The stock's 52-week range is C$62.34 to C$99.56, placing it at 27% of that range. The beta of 1.12 suggests that the stock is slightly more volatile than the overall market. Recent trading volume was at 421,736 shares, significantly below the 20-day average volume of 934,428 shares, indicating lower investor interest.
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