CRI Carters PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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- Consumer Cyclical
- NYSE: CRI
- PE Ratio
As of Nov 5, 2025, the Carters stock's PE ratio is 12.96. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.47 and stock price of $32.01. The PE ratio has grown by 32% from its last 4 quarters average of 9.8.
CRI PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Carters has averaged 16.04 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 12.96 is 19% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, CRI's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jan 2021 quarter at 37.48, when the price was $94.07 and the EPS was $2.51. The lowest point was recorded in the Jun 2025 quarter, when it reached 7.97 with a price of $30.05 and an EPS of $3.77.
Carters PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 100.54% in 2021
Maximum annual decrease: -65.5% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.63 | -11.42% | $54.43 | $5.12 |
| 2023 | 12 | 1.95% | $74.89 | $6.24 |
| 2022 | 11.77 | -8.97% | $74.61 | $6.34 |
| 2022 | 12.93 | -65.5% | $101.22 | $7.83 |
| 2021 | 37.48 | 100.54% | $94.07 | $2.51 |
| 2019 | 18.69 | 38.96% | $110.06 | $5.89 |
| 2018 | 13.45 | -27.77% | $81.51 | $6.06 |
| 2017 | 18.62 | 10.37% | $117.49 | $6.31 |
| 2016 | 16.87 | -13.8% | $86.39 | $5.12 |
| 2016 | 19.57 | -16.94% | $89.03 | $4.55 |
| 2015 | 23.56 | -7.82% | $86 | $3.65 |
| 2013 | 25.56 | 28.64% | $71.07 | $2.78 |
| 2012 | 19.87 | -2.17% | $54.24 | $2.73 |
| 2011 | 20.31 | 72.12% | $39.81 | $1.96 |
| 2011 | 11.8 | -8.74% | $29.51 | $2.5 |
Carters PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 11.82 | 48.31% | $29.2 | $2.47 |
| Jun 2025 | 7.97 | -10.95% | $30.05 | $3.77 |
| Mar 2025 | 8.95 | -15.8% | $40.46 | $4.52 |
| Dec 2024 | 10.63 | 0.47% | $54.43 | $5.12 |
| Sep 2024 | 10.58 | 10.32% | $66.66 | $6.3 |
| Jun 2024 | 9.59 | -28.22% | $61.97 | $6.46 |
| Mar 2024 | 13.36 | 11.33% | $84.68 | $6.34 |
| Dec 2023 | 12 | -5.44% | $74.89 | $6.24 |
| Sep 2023 | 12.69 | -6.69% | $69.15 | $5.45 |
| Jul 2023 | 13.6 | 6.5% | $72.6 | $5.34 |
| Apr 2023 | 12.77 | 8.5% | $71.92 | $5.63 |
| Dec 2022 | 11.77 | 17.82% | $74.61 | $6.34 |
| Oct 2022 | 9.99 | -3.66% | $65.53 | $6.56 |
| Jul 2022 | 10.37 | -12.49% | $70.8 | $6.83 |
| Apr 2022 | 11.85 | -8.35% | $89.21 | $7.53 |
CRI Price vs fair value
CRI average PE ratio chart
CRI's current PE ratio is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages, but it is under its 10-year average.
PE comparison
Carters's price to earnings (P/E) of 12.96 is lower than the Consumer Cyclical sector, the industry and its peers average. Looking at the Consumer Cyclical sector average of 19.04, Carters's price to earnings (P/E) is 32% lower.
CRI PE vs peers
When compared to its peers WMT and RL, CRI's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than TGT's and GAP's. Carters's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 19.71.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| KSS KOHLS Corp | 9.12 | $1.91B |
| GAP Gap, Inc. | 9.68 | $8.47B |
| TGT Target Corp | 10.39 | $40.71B |
| CRI Carters Inc | 12.43 | $1.12B |
| AEO American Eagle Outfitters Inc | 15.79 | $2.83B |
| RL Ralph Lauren Corp | 24.4 | $18.95B |
| GES Guess Inc | 29.22 | $882.54M |
| WMT Walmart Inc | 37.78 | $804.14B |
| PLCE Childrens Place Inc | N/A | $174.68M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Carters's PE ratio?
As of Nov 5, 2025, CRI stock has a price to earnings ratio of 12.96.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Carters (CRI)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for CRI stock is 11.31.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Carters (CRI)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for CRI stock is 12.95.
What is the highest PE ratio for CRI?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 37.48 in the Jan 2021 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for CRI compare to its historical average?
CRI's price to earnings ratio is currently 19% below its 10-year historical average.
How is CRI's PE ratio calculated (Carters PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the earnings per share(EPS) for the last 12 months. As of today (Nov 5, 2025), Carters's share price is $32.01. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2025 is $2.47. Therefore, Carters's price to earnings ratio for today is 12.96. PE RATIO(12.96) = STOCK PRICE($32.01) / TTM EPS($2.47)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.