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Carter’s, Inc. reported second quarter fiscal 2026 results with net sales of $615 million, a 5% increase from the…
CRICarters Inc
Carter’s, Inc. reported second quarter fiscal 2026 results with net sales of $615 million, a 5% increase from the prior year period. U.S. Retail comparable sales grew 5.1%. Operating income surged to $140 million compared to $4 million in Q2 2025, driven by a $132 million recovery of previously paid import duties and related interest. Adjusted operating income was $18 million, up 54% year-over-year. Diluted EPS reached $2.87 versus $0.01 in the prior year; adjusted diluted EPS was $0.26, up 53%. The company returned $18 million to shareholders through dividends in the first half of fiscal 2026 and paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share in Q2. Carter’s, Inc. operates as North America's largest apparel company exclusively for babies and young children.