(GIL) Gildan Activewear - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: Canada • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: CA3759161035

GIL: Activewear, Hosiery, Underwear

Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE:GIL) is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality apparel products, specializing in activewear, hosiery, and underwear. The company operates under multiple brands, including Gildan, Champion, American Apparel, Comfort Colors, GoldToe, and Peds, catering to a wide range of consumer preferences and market segments. Its product portfolio includes T-shirts, fleece, sports shirts, polos, tank tops, athletic and casual socks, and mens and ladies underwear. Gildans products are sold to wholesale distributors, screenprinters, embellishers, and retailers across North America, Europe, the Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The company also manufactures products for lifestyle brand companies, leveraging its strong supply chain and production capabilities.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Gildan Activewear Inc. was founded in 1946 and has established itself as a key player in the apparel industry. The company focuses on delivering consistent quality, comfort, and value to its customers while maintaining a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability in its manufacturing processes. Gildans global distribution network and diversified product offerings position it as a reliable supplier to both large retailers and smaller specialty stores. The companys strategic approach to balancing affordability with premium quality has enabled it to maintain a competitive edge in the apparel market.

Based on and , Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE:GIL) is expected to trade within a range of $40 to $45 over the next three months. The SMA 20 ($41.91) and SMA 50 ($46.62) suggest potential resistance at higher price levels, while the ATR (1.54) indicates moderate volatility. On the fundamental side, the forward P/E (11.64) and RoE (27.59%) signal undervaluation potential, supported by strong earnings performance. The stock may test the SMA 200 ($46.14) as a key resistance level, with potential downside support at $40. Investors should monitor volume trends and macroeconomic factors that could impact consumer demand for apparel products.

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GIL Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 6,244m
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Apparel Manufacturing
GiC Sub-Industry Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods
IPO / Inception 1998-06-10

GIL Stock Ratings

Growth Rating 78.3
Fundamental 47.3
Dividend Rating 59.9
Rel. Strength 19.6
Analysts 4.25/5
Fair Price Momentum 48.48 USD
Fair Price DCF 49.67 USD

GIL Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.21%
Yield on Cost 5y 4.48%
Annual Growth 5y 37.69%
Payout Consistency 95.2%

GIL Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -86.2%
Growth Correlation 12m 67.2%
Growth Correlation 5y 66.7%
CAGR 5y 29.99%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.79
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.88
Alpha 25.68
Beta 0.734
Volatility 38.34%
Current Volume 2329.2k
Average Volume 20d 724.1k
What is the price of GIL stocks?
As of May 01, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 46.12 with a total of 2,329,154 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +8.21%, over one month by +4.30%, over three months by -10.21% and over the past year by +35.52%.
Is Gildan Activewear a good stock to buy?
Partly, yes. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Gildan Activewear (NYSE:GIL) is currently (May 2025) ok to buy, but has to be watched. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 47.25 and therefor a somewhat positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of GIL as of May 2025 is 48.48. This means that GIL is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 5.12%.
Is GIL a buy, sell or hold?
Gildan Activewear has received a consensus analysts rating of 4.25. Therefor, it is recommend to buy GIL.
  • Strong Buy: 5
  • Buy: 5
  • Hold: 2
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for GIL stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, GIL Gildan Activewear will be worth about 53.4 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 46.12. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +15.68%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 58.4 26.7%
Analysts Target Price 55.2 19.6%
ValueRay Target Price 53.4 15.7%