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Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/17/2025: GIL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
13 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $72.88
1 Year Target Price $72.88
| 6 | Strong Buy |
| 6 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 37.38% | Avg. Invested days 63 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 9.05B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.47 | 1Y Target Price 72.88 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.47 | 1Y Target Price 72.88 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 13 | Beta 1.22 | 52 Weeks Range 36.84 - 62.23 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.84 - 62.23 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.42% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.12 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
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Profitability
Profit Margin 14.55% | Operating Margin (TTM) 22.73% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 11.61% | Return on Equity (TTM) 29.7% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.47 | Forward PE 13.35 | Enterprise Value 10771281712 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.71 |
Enterprise Value 10771281712 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.71 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.22 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.79 | Shares Outstanding 149071817 | Shares Floating 147501694 |
Shares Outstanding 149071817 | Shares Floating 147501694 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.23 | Percent Institutions 86.85 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gildan Activewear Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Gildan Activewear Inc. was founded in 1984 in Montreal, Canada, by Glenn and Greg Chamandy. Initially, it produced children's wear, but later shifted focus to activewear and became a leading manufacturer of basic apparel.
Core Business Areas
- Activewear: Manufactures and sells activewear, including t-shirts, fleece, sport shirts, and underwear. This segment targets the imprintable apparel market and retail channels.
- Hosiery and Underwear: Produces and distributes socks and underwear, primarily for the mass retail market.
Leadership and Structure
Glenn J. Chamandy serves as the President and CEO. The organizational structure includes various functional departments such as Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance, reporting to the executive leadership team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- T-Shirts: Gildan is a major producer of t-shirts, holding a significant market share in the imprintable apparel market. Competitors include Hanesbrands (HBI) and Fruit of the Loom.
- Fleece: Offers a range of fleece products like sweatshirts and hoodies, competing with brands like Nike (NKE) and Adidas.
- Socks: Manufactures socks for men, women, and children, primarily sold through mass retail channels. Competitors include Hanesbrands (HBI) and Gold Toe.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The activewear and apparel industry is competitive and influenced by fashion trends, economic conditions, and consumer preferences. It's a large market, but fragmented with a mix of global and regional players.
Positioning
Gildan is positioned as a low-cost, high-volume manufacturer, focused on providing basic apparel at competitive prices. Its competitive advantage lies in its efficient manufacturing operations and large-scale production.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global apparel market is valued at over $1.5 trillion. Gildan is positioned in the value segment of this large TAM, capturing a portion through its focus on basic apparel.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Low-cost production
- Vertically integrated supply chain
- Strong market share in basic apparel
- Extensive distribution network
- Established brand recognition
Weaknesses
- Reliance on basic apparel; limited fashion-forward products
- Vulnerability to cotton price fluctuations
- Potential labor issues in manufacturing facilities
- Susceptibility to economic downturns affecting consumer spending
Opportunities
- Expansion into new product categories (e.g., performance apparel)
- Growing e-commerce presence
- Increased focus on sustainability
- Geographic expansion into emerging markets
Threats
- Increased competition from low-cost manufacturers
- Changing consumer preferences and fashion trends
- Fluctuations in raw material prices (cotton)
- Economic downturns and reduced consumer spending
- Trade regulations and tariffs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HBI
- PVH
- OXM
Competitive Landscape
Gildan has a competitive advantage in low-cost production, while Hanesbrands has a strong brand portfolio. PVH has strength in brand names like Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger. OXM has strength in brand names like Oxford and Lilly Pulitzer.
Major Acquisitions
Alstyle Apparel
- Year: 2016
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 110
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Gildan's imprintable apparel product offerings and strengthened its market position in North America.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
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Summary
Gildan is a leading manufacturer of basic apparel with a strong market share and low-cost production. The company benefits from its vertically integrated supply chain and extensive distribution network. However, it faces challenges such as reliance on basic apparel and vulnerability to cotton price fluctuations. Gildan should focus on expanding into new product categories and enhancing its e-commerce presence to drive future growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Gildan Activewear Inc.
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Montreal, QC, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 1998-06-10 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Glenn J. Chamandy | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Manufacturing | Full time employees 50000 | Website https://gildancorp.com |
Full time employees 50000 | Website https://gildancorp.com | ||
Gildan Activewear Inc. manufactures and sells various apparel products. The company provides various activewear products, including T-shirts, fleece tops and bottoms, sports shirts, polos, and tank tops under Gildan, Gildan Performance, Gildan Hammer, Gildan Softstyle, Gildan Heavy Cotton, Gildan Ultra Cotton, Gildan DryBlend, Gildan HeavyBlend, Comfort Colors, American Apparel, and Champion brands. It also offers hosiery products comprising athletic, dress, casual and workwear socks, liner socks, and socks for therapeutic purposes under Gildan, GoldToe, Signature Gold by GoldToe, GoldToe Edition, Peds, MediPeds, All Pro, and Powersox brands. In addition, the company provides men's and boys' underwear products and ladies panties under Gildan and Gildan Platinum brands. It sells its products to wholesale distributors, screenprinters, and embellishers in North America, Europe, the Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, as well as to retailers in North America, including mass merchants, department stores, national chains, specialty retailers, craft stores, and online retailers; and manufactures products for lifestyle brand companies. The company was formerly known as Textiles Gildan Inc. and changed its name to Gildan Activewear Inc. in March 1995. Gildan Activewear Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
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