Carter's, Inc. (CRI) Debt to Equity Ratio: 1.31
Is Carter's, Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Carter's, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 1.31 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.41, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.28–1.65).
The debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI) is 1.31 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is equal to its 12-month average by 0.00% (1.31).
CRI Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
CRI Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
CRI Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
CRI Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
1.31
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
1.31
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
1.30
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
1.41
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
1.26
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.02
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.93
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.00%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+0.51%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-6.96%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+3.72%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+27.93%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+40.18%
CRI Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter's, Inc. (CRI) | $1.47B | 1.31 | 1.31 | 1.30 | 1.41 |
| Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) | $1.49B | 1.20 | 0.92 | 0.72 | 0.69 |
| Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) | $1.19B | 0.07 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.09 |
| Cambium Learning Group, Inc. (ABCD) | — | -3.34 | 1.71 | 1.79 | 1.79 |
| American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) | $2.99B | 1.02 | 0.92 | 0.84 | 0.93 |
| Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP) | $3.58B | 2.38 | 2.38 | 1.87 | 1.62 |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) | $3.85B | 0.83 | 0.77 | 0.85 | 1.16 |
| Thor Industries, Inc. (THO) | $4.10B | 0.22 | 0.25 | 0.34 | 0.43 |
| Mohawk Industries, Inc. (MHK) | $6.20B | 0.33 | 0.34 | 0.37 | 0.36 |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY) | $6.61B | -0.68 | 2.65 | 2.06 | 1.43 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
1.31
Current Ratio
2.51
Carter's, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
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Carter's, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The debt to equity ratio for CRI stock is 1.31.
- Is Carter's, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Carter's, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 1.31 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.41, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.28–1.65).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for CRI stock is 1.31.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for CRI stock is 1.30.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for CRI stock is 1.41.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for CRI stock is 1.26.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for CRI stock is 1.02.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for CRI stock is 0.93.
Carter's, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-03 | 1.31 |
| 2024-12-28 | 1.32 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.28 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.48 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.65 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.84 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.61 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.68 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.74 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.74 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.84 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.19 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.29 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.60 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.79 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.89 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.70 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.66 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.89 |
| 2000-12-31 | 2.32 |
| 1999-12-31 | 2.85 |
| 1998-12-31 | 3.07 |
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About Carter's, Inc.
Carter's, Inc. (CRI), along with its various subsidiaries, specializes in the design, procurement, and marketing of branded children's clothing. Its extensive brand portfolio features well-known names like Carter's, OshKosh, Skip Hop, Child of Mine, Just One You, Simple Joys, Carter's My First Love, and little planet, alongside other proprietary labels, distributed across the United States and globally. The company's operations are divided into three main business units: U.S. Retail, U.S. Wholesale, and International. Under the Carter's brand, they provide a broad range of items for infants and young children, such as bodysuits, trousers, dresses, knit sets, blankets, essential layette items, bibs, booties, sleepwear, rompers, and jumpers. The OshKosh brand is recognized for its playclothes, particularly its diverse denim apparel featuring various washes and coordinating pieces, overalls, woven bottoms, knit tops, and bodysuits. Skip Hop, another key brand, focuses on accessories for playtime, travel, mealtime, and bathtime, in addition to home gear, children's bags, and diaper bags. Complementing its main apparel categories, Carter's also offers an array of related merchandise including bedding, cribs, footwear, outerwear, swimwear, and toys, alongside accessories like diaper bags, gift sets, hair accessories, jewelry, paper goods, and hosiery. Carter's employs a multi-channel distribution strategy, maintaining a substantial wholesale presence with 18,800 points of sale in department stores, national chain retailers, and specialty shops. As of December 31, 2021, the company directly operated 980 retail stores. Furthermore, products are available through dedicated e-commerce platforms such as carters.com, oshkoshbgosh.com, oshkosh.com, and skiphop.com, as well as via international wholesale accounts and licensing agreements. Founded in 1865, Carter's, Inc. is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Douglas C. Palladini