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Children’s Place Inc (PLCE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: PLCE (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
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $7
1 Year Target Price $7
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -48.41% | Avg. Invested days 19 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 192.64M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 2.26 | 52 Weeks Range 3.66 - 17.19 | Updated Date 10/26/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.66 - 17.19 | Updated Date 10/26/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.84 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -2.04% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.51% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.41% | Return on Equity (TTM) -521.67% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 12.89 | Enterprise Value 699992810 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.14 |
Enterprise Value 699992810 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.14 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.52 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.9 | Shares Outstanding 22167889 | Shares Floating 7633291 |
Shares Outstanding 22167889 | Shares Floating 7633291 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.53 | Percent Institutions 83.02 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Children’s Place Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
The Children's Place was founded in 1969 by David Pulver in New Jersey. It began as a catalog business and later expanded into retail stores. Over the years, it has grown to become a major player in the children's apparel market, acquiring brands like Gymboree in 2019.
Core Business Areas
- Retail Operations: Operates stores across the US and Canada, offering a wide range of children's apparel, accessories, and footwear.
- E-commerce: Engages in online sales through its website, providing a convenient shopping experience for customers.
- Wholesale: Sells products to other retailers, expanding its reach beyond its own stores.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the CEO, CFO, and other executives. The organizational structure includes departments for merchandising, marketing, operations, finance, and human resources.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Apparel: Clothing for babies, toddlers, and children, including everyday wear, special occasion outfits, and outerwear. Competitors include Carter's, OshKosh B'gosh, and Old Navy. Market share is difficult to pin down precisely due to the fragmented nature of the children's apparel market, but estimates generally place TCP as a significant player.
- Accessories: Hats, scarves, gloves, belts, and other accessories to complement apparel offerings. Competitors are same as for Apparel. Market share figures are included with apparel sales.
- Footwear: Shoes, boots, and sandals for children. Competitors are same as for Apparel. Market share figures are included with apparel sales.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The children's apparel market is competitive and influenced by fashion trends, seasonal changes, and economic conditions. Demand is generally stable but sensitive to discretionary spending.
Positioning
The Children's Place positions itself as a value-oriented retailer offering fashionable and affordable clothing for children. Its competitive advantages include its brand recognition, store network, and e-commerce platform.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global children's wear market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. The Children's Place's positioning is targeting a large segment of the market, but still a niche.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Extensive store network and e-commerce platform
- Value-oriented pricing strategy
- Established supply chain
Weaknesses
- Reliance on brick-and-mortar stores
- Sensitivity to economic downturns
- High debt levels
- Supply chain vulnerability.
Opportunities
- Expanding e-commerce presence
- Growing international markets
- Introducing new product lines
- Enhancing customer loyalty programs
Threats
- Intense competition from other retailers
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic recessions
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Carter's (CRI)
- Gymboree (private)
- OshKosh B'gosh (CRI)
- Old Navy (GPS)
Competitive Landscape
The Children's Place competes with a range of retailers, including department stores, specialty stores, and online retailers. Its competitive advantages include its brand recognition, store network, and value-oriented pricing strategy. The company needs to adapt to changing consumer preferences and improve its online capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been variable due to economic conditions and changing consumer preferences.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on economic conditions and the company's ability to adapt to changing market dynamics.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding its e-commerce platform, optimizing its store network, and enhancing its marketing efforts.
Summary
The Children's Place has strong brand recognition and a value-oriented pricing strategy, but it faces intense competition and needs to strengthen its online presence. While its brick-and-mortar stores provide a solid foundation, adapting to changing consumer preferences is crucial for future growth. Economic downturns and supply chain disruptions also pose significant risks. Currently, The Children's Place struggles to generate enough revenue to cover its debts.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Market research reports
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Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. It is not financial advice.
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 Children’s Place Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Secaucus, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-09-19 | President, Interim CEO & Director Mr. Muhammad Umair | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Manufacturing | Full time employees 2530 | Website https://www.childrensplace.com |
Full time employees 2530 | Website https://www.childrensplace.com | ||
The Children's Place, Inc. operates an omni-channel children's specialty portfolio of brands in North America. It operates through two segments, The Children's Place U.S. and The Children's Place International. The company designs, contracts to manufacture, and sells apparel, accessories, and footwear primarily under The Children's Place, Gymboree, Sugar & Jade, and PJ Place brands. It offers its products through digital storefronts; physical stores in the North America; wholesale marketplaces; and international franchise partners. The company also sells it products through online, such as www.childrensplace.com and www.gymboree.com. The company was formerly known as The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. and changed its name to The Children's Place, Inc. in June 2014. The Children's Place, Inc. was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey.
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