PE Ratio: 5.59

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 5.59 is 50% below its 5-year average of 11.23, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.59–17.99).

As of 2026-09-10T16:15:10.000Z. 56.84% below its 12-month average of 12.95.

PE Ratio (5.59) = Close Price ($30.69) / Diluted TTM EPS ($5.49)

CRI PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 5.6, P/E is below its 20-year median — higher than 0% of readings in its 20-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Carter's Inc. (CRI)?

The P/E ratio for CRI stock is 5.59.

Is Carter's Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 5.59 is 50% below its 5-year average of 11.23, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.59–17.99).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Carter's Inc. (CRI)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for CRI stock is 12.95.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Carter's Inc. (CRI)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for CRI stock is 10.90.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Carter's Inc. (CRI)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for CRI stock is 11.23.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Carter's Inc. (CRI)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for CRI stock is 14.09.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Carter's Inc. (CRI)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for CRI stock is 18.37.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Carter's Inc. (CRI)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for CRI stock is 17.80.

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