Citi Trends, Inc.

NasdaqGS:CTRN Stock Report

Market Cap: US$377.2m

Citi Trends Management

Management criteria checks 3/4

Citi Trends' CEO is Ken Seipel, appointed in Jun 2024, has a tenure of 1.92 years. total yearly compensation is $1.91M, comprised of 41.2% salary and 58.8% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 8.44% of the company’s shares, worth $31.83M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.2 years and 1.9 years respectively.

Key information

Ken Seipel

Chief executive officer

US$1.9m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage41.25%
CEO tenure1.9yrs
CEO ownership8.4%
Management average tenure3.2yrs
Board average tenure1.9yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha Mar 17

Citi Trends: Top Performing Off-Price Retailer Flying Way Below Radar

Summary Citi Trends is an under covered off-price retailer that has performed spectacularly over the past one year. Shares have gained about 140% during the period, outpacing the gains reported by its off-price peer set, including The TJX Companies. The company has gained another 20% in a single day following the release of better-than-expected results. While I view the outlook as positive, I am hesitant to buy into the stock at its highs. Iview shares as a ‘hold’ at current trading levels. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Jan 07

A Look At The Fair Value Of Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTRN)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Citi Trends fair value estimate is US$39.42 Current share...
Analysis Article Nov 07

Companies Like Citi Trends (NASDAQ:CTRN) Can Afford To Invest In Growth

Just because a business does not make any money, does not mean that the stock will go down. For example, although...
Analysis Article Sep 05

Revenues Tell The Story For Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTRN) As Its Stock Soars 28%

Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 28% after a shaky period...
Analysis Article Jun 29

Citi Trends (NASDAQ:CTRN) Is In A Strong Position To Grow Its Business

We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. For example, although Amazon.com made...
Analysis Article Jun 29

Investors Appear Satisfied With Citi Trends, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:CTRN) Prospects As Shares Rocket 25%

Despite an already strong run, Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 25% in...
Analysis Article May 09

Revenues Tell The Story For Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTRN) As Its Stock Soars 28%

Those holding Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 28% in the...
Analysis Article May 04

Calculating The Fair Value Of Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTRN)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Citi Trends fair value estimate is US$20.17 Citi Trends...
Seeking Alpha Mar 19

Citi Trends: Turnaround Continues, But The Stock Price Is Unattractive

Summary Citi Trends shows improvement with strong comparable sales and gross margin expansion but struggles with SG&A leverage, guiding for breakeven operating income in FY25. The company's strategic initiatives focus on merchandising efficiency, including off-price merchandise and AI-driven product allocation, contributing to gross margin gains. Despite positive guidance and momentum, ongoing SG&A pressures hinder operational leverage, making CTRN stock unattractive until sustainable profitability is demonstrated. Valuation remains unattractive; significant revenue growth, margin expansion, and SG&A control are needed to achieve a competitive earnings yield. Maintain Hold rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Mar 16

Why We're Not Concerned Yet About Citi Trends, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:CTRN) 27% Share Price Plunge

Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough month...
Analysis Article Feb 11

Companies Like Citi Trends (NASDAQ:CTRN) Can Afford To Invest In Growth

There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, biotech and mining...
Analysis Article Dec 04

Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTRN) Looks Just Right With A 26% Price Jump

Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month alone...
Seeking Alpha Dec 03

Citi Trends: Impressive Q3, But The Stock Has Discounted A Full Turnaround

Summary Citi Trends, Inc. reported Q3 2024 comparable sales growth of 5.7%, driven by improved product assortment, but margins remained pressured due to strategic investments and calendar shifts. Despite a 70% stock rally post Q2 '24, the market cap near $200 million makes the stock less attractive, even with potential profitability recovery. Management aims for pre-pandemic EBITDA margins and plans store expansion by late 2025, with $50 million stock repurchase authorization signaling confidence. I maintain a Hold rating on CTRN stock due to over-optimistic stock pricing, despite commendable turnaround efforts and positive recent trends. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 31

Citi Trends, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:CTRN) 27% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk

To the annoyance of some shareholders, Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) shares are down a considerable 27% in the last...
Analysis Article Aug 30

Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTRN) Just Reported, And Analysts Assigned A US$23.00 Price Target

Shareholders might have noticed that Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) filed its second-quarter result this time last...
Seeking Alpha Aug 28

Citi Trends Is Now A Binary Play On Its Going Concern. Not An Opportunity, But Approaching It

Summary Citi Trends' 2Q24 results were disappointing, with significant operational losses, inventory markdowns, and decelerating comparable revenues, raising concerns about the company's viability. The stock has lost 50% since February 2024, reflecting a 50% or higher chance of the company never recovering, making it a speculative play. The new CEO's strategies focus on improving product assortment, but results are yet to be seen, and costs have increased. The largest shareholder continues to accumulate shares, and the CEO invested $6 million in the stock. Given the high probability of failure, Citi Trends is not a long-term investment but could be considered a speculative Buy for those with a higher risk tolerance. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Jul 17

Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over Citi Trends, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:CTRN) P/S Ratio

With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 0.4x in the Specialty Retail industry in the United States...
Analysis Article Jun 07

Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ:CTRN) First-Quarter Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year

Last week, you might have seen that Citi Trends, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CTRN ) released its first-quarter result to the market...
Seeking Alpha Jun 04

Citi Trends Improved In Q1, But Its Valuation Is Not Opportunistic Yet

Summary Citi Trends, Inc. reported mixed Q1 results with slight revenue growth and improved gross margins, but still generates operating and net losses. Recent corporate developments include a shareholder agreement with a 22% shareholder and the introduction of a new CEO. The article discusses potential scenarios for the company's future profitability and evaluates its current valuation. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Feb 29

Citi Trends Already Discounts Most Future Positive Developments, Not An Opportunity

Summary Citi Trends is a retailer specializing in apparel and accessories in physical stores in low-income neighborhoods. The company's profits soared with stimulus money and collapsed as inflation bit on its customers' wallets. Despite efforts to control SG&A, labor costs have made CTRN unprofitable at lower sales levels. The company is focused on a core customer and has a competitive value proposition of low prices. I like Citi Trends, but the stock price already discounts most positive developments. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Ken Seipel's remuneration changed compared to Citi Trends's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Jan 31 2026US$2mUS$789k

US$5m

Nov 01 2025n/an/a

-US$16m

Aug 02 2025n/an/a

-US$17m

May 03 2025n/an/a

-US$39m

Feb 01 2025US$6mUS$474k

-US$43m

Nov 02 2024n/an/a

-US$25m

Aug 03 2024n/an/a

-US$22m

May 04 2024n/an/a

-US$9m

Feb 03 2024US$143kn/a

-US$12m

Oct 28 2023n/an/a

-US$9m

Jul 29 2023n/an/a

US$20m

Apr 29 2023n/an/a

US$22m

Jan 28 2023US$169kn/a

US$59m

Oct 29 2022n/an/a

US$62m

Jul 30 2022n/an/a

US$47m

Apr 30 2022n/an/a

US$62m

Jan 29 2022US$177kn/a

US$62m

Oct 30 2021n/an/a

US$70m

Jul 31 2021n/an/a

US$68m

May 01 2021n/an/a

US$76m

Jan 30 2021US$160kn/a

US$24m

Oct 31 2020n/an/a

US$15m

Aug 01 2020n/an/a

US$7m

May 02 2020n/an/a

-US$12m

Feb 01 2020US$79kn/a

US$17m

Compensation vs Market: Ken's total compensation ($USD1.91M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD2.52M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Ken's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.


CEO

Ken Seipel (64 yo)

1.9yrs
Tenure
US$1,912,312
Compensation

Mr. Kenneth Duane Seipel, also known as Ken, serves as Chairman of the Board at Citi Trends, Inc. from April 2, 2025 and is its Chief Executive Officer from November 18, 2024 and is Director from June 2, 2...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Kenneth Seipel
CEO & Chairman of the Board1.9yrsUS$1.91m8.44%
$ 31.8m
Heather Plutino
CFO, Principal Financial Officer3.9yrsUS$1.48m0.27%
$ 1.0m
Katrina George
Vice President of Human Resources2.7yrsUS$853.28k0.076%
$ 286.7k
Lisa Powell
Executive VP & Chief Merchandising Officer6.7yrsUS$1.49m0.31%
$ 1.2m
Kyle Koenig
VP of Stores & Real Estate3.8yrsUS$837.61k0.15%
$ 562.8k
Lovesh Puri
VP of Legal1.8yrsno datano data
3.2yrs
Average Tenure
55yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: CTRN's management team is considered experienced (3.2 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Kenneth Seipel
CEO & Chairman of the Board6.7yrsUS$1.91m8.44%
$ 31.8m
Paul Metcalf
no datano datano data
Margaret Jenkins
Independent Director8.6yrsUS$161.85k0.17%
$ 657.7k
Michael Kvitko
Independent Director1.9yrsUS$179.52k0.065%
$ 245.6k
David Heath
Lead Independent Director1.9yrsUS$166.95k0.11%
$ 408.1k
Cara Sabin
Independent Director4.6yrsUS$161.85k0.16%
$ 601.5k
Pamela Edwards
Independent Director1.1yrsUS$138.35k0.028%
$ 105.7k
Chaoyang Liu
Independent Director1.9yrsUS$154.45k0.065%
$ 245.6k
Benjamin Faw
Independent Directorless than a yearno datano data
1.9yrs
Average Tenure
64yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: CTRN's board of directors are not considered experienced ( 1.9 years average tenure), which suggests a new board.


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 07:26
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2026/01/31
Annual Earnings2026/01/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Citi Trends, Inc. is covered by 12 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Jeremy HamblinCraig-Hallum Capital Group LLC
Michael BakerD.A. Davidson & Co.
Brian TunickJ.P. Morgan