Citi Trends, Inc.

NasdaqGS:CTRN Stock Report

Market Cap: US$377.2m

Citi Trends Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 1/6

Citi Trends's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -59.4%, while the Specialty Retail industry saw earnings declining at 2.8% annually. Revenues have been declining at an average rate of 4.5% per year. Citi Trends's return on equity is 4.5%, and it has net margins of 0.6%.

Key information

-59.37%

Earnings growth rate

-57.72%

EPS growth rate

Specialty Retail Industry Growth26.64%
Revenue growth rate-4.49%
Return on equity4.48%
Net Margin0.63%
Last Earnings Update31 Jan 2026

Recent past performance 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

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Citi Trends makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NasdaqGS:CTRN Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Jan 2682053130
01 Nov 25801-163020
02 Aug 25783-172970
03 May 25769-392920
01 Feb 25753-433000
02 Nov 24757-252990
03 Aug 24758-222940
04 May 24755-92880
03 Feb 24748-122850
28 Oct 23742-92790
29 Jul 23755202760
29 Apr 23766222790
28 Jan 23795592790
29 Oct 22827622880
30 Jul 22862472960
30 Apr 22914623010
29 Jan 22992623080
30 Oct 211,003703070
31 Jul 21974683020
01 May 21953762840
30 Jan 21783242600
31 Oct 20742152490
01 Aug 2072672450
02 May 20693-122500
01 Feb 20782172600
02 Nov 19772142530
03 Aug 19764152490
04 May 19764182480
02 Feb 19770212480
03 Nov 18781192560
04 Aug 18782202560
05 May 18766172510
03 Feb 18755152470
28 Oct 17729152380
29 Jul 17712132340
29 Apr 17701132330
28 Jan 17695132310
29 Oct 16686112290
30 Jul 16684132270
30 Apr 16683132270
30 Jan 16684162240
31 Oct 15689172250
01 Aug 15687142240

Quality Earnings: CTRN has a large one-off gain of $10.9M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st January, 2026.

Growing Profit Margin: CTRN became profitable in the past.


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: CTRN's earnings have declined by 59.4% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: CTRN has become profitable in the last year, making the earnings growth rate difficult to compare to its 5-year average.

Earnings vs Industry: CTRN has become profitable in the last year, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Specialty Retail industry (-2.1%).


Return on Equity

High ROE: CTRN's Return on Equity (4.5%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 19:37
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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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