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Citi Trends (CTRN)
NASDAQ:CTRN
Earnings Data
Report Date
Mar 17, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.78Last Year’s EPS
-1.54Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Citi Trends demonstrated strong sales growth and customer engagement, with strategic expansions and technological advancements showing promise for future growth. However, challenges in maintaining gross margins and controlling SG&A expenses persist, along with ongoing efforts to address shrinkage issues.Company Guidance
Consistent Sales Growth
Citi Trends reported a 10.8% increase in comparable store sales for Q3, marking the fifth consecutive quarter and fifteenth straight month of strong comp growth. Total sales were up 10.1% compared to the previous year.
Positive Customer Engagement
The company saw increased customer traffic across all store volume groups and geographies. Continued focus on the African American demographic led to strong performance in children's, men's, and basic apparel categories.
Inventory and Supply Chain Efficiency
Inventory dollars decreased by 3.1% compared to last year, with improved supply chain processes leading to higher in-store inventory efficiency.
Strategic Store Expansion
Citi Trends remodeled 24 stores in Q3 and opened three new ones, bringing the total to 593 locations. Plans to open about 25 new stores in 2026 and 40 stores in 2027 were outlined.
Financial Performance and Outlook
Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 was a loss of $2.9 million, in line with expectations and better than the previous year's loss. Guidance for full-year EBITDA was raised to $10 million to $12 million.
Technological Advancements
Implementation of a new CRM and loyalty platform is in progress to enhance customer engagement and long-term value.
CTRN Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
CTRN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Dec 02, 2025 | $44.07 | $43.47 | -1.36% |
Aug 26, 2025 | $34.03 | $33.95 | -0.24% |
Mar 18, 2025 | $21.54 | $22.16 | +2.88% |
Dec 03, 2024 | $20.76 | $23.80 | +14.64% |
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FAQ
When does Citi Trends (CTRN) report earnings?
Citi Trends (CTRN) is schdueled to report earning on Mar 17, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Citi Trends (CTRN) earnings time?
Citi Trends (CTRN) earnings time is at Mar 17, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is CTRN EPS forecast?
CTRN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 0.78.