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CRI Stock Analyst Ratings, Estimated Earnings and Price Targets

NYSE : CRI

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$35.51
2.05+6.13%
At Close 4:00 PM
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CRI Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast

According to evaluations from 13 analysts over the past year, the consensus analyst rating for CRI stock is "Sell". The average price target based on the past year stands at $31.38, with estimates ranging from $22.00 to $50.00.

Eps Overview

Growth Next 5yrs
-17.33%
Last Quarter
$0.39
Past Year
$2.46
Growth Past 5yrs
-2.63%
Next Quarter
$1.70
Estimate Next Year
$3.34

Consensus Rating

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Consensus Price Target

Highest Price Target

$50.00

49.43% Upside

Mean Price Target

$31.38

-6.2% Downside

Lowest Price Target

$22.00

-34.25% Downside

Recent Analyst Ratings

Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage

Last Updated On May 12, 2026

Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS

CRI Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

According to financial reports, CRI (NYSE: CRI) reported an actual EPS of $0.39 for the quarter ending on May 06, 2026, compared to an estimated $0.125, resulting in a 212.00% surprise. In the prior quarter (Feb 27, 2026), CRI recorded an actual EPS of $1.9 with a 11.76% surprise. See CRI's full earnings history.

Earnings History

EPS Surprise Factor Analysis

CRI has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending May 06, 2026 showing a 212.00% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Feb 27, 2026 recorded a 11.76% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.

Report DateActualForecastSurprise Factor
May 06, 20260.390.125+212.00%
Feb 27, 20261.91.7+11.76%
Oct 27, 2025-0.78-
Jul 25, 20250.170.43-60.47%
Apr 25, 20250.660.53+24.53%
Feb 25, 20252.391.87+27.81%

After EPS Prices

CRI stock frequently reacts to earnings reports. Following the May 06, 2026 earnings, the share price saw a -10.45% drop before closing. On the 7th day after the report, CRI shares recorded a -10.13% decline. Analyze historical CRI stock performance post-earnings.

Earning DateBefore EPS ChangeNext Day Closing Price7th Day Closing Price
May 06, 2026$33.34-10.45%$35.75-3.98%$33.46-10.13%
Feb 27, 2026$42.07+25.39%$34.95+4.17%$33.96+1.22%
Oct 27, 2025--$31.52-4.43%$32.01-2.94%
Jul 25, 2025$32.75+24.52%$26.53+0.87%$25.29-3.84%
Apr 25, 2025$38.23+12.87%$32.90-2.86%$32.78-3.22%
Feb 25, 2025$52.06+19.21%$42.32-3.09%$40.86-6.43%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CRI stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given CRI stock an average recommendation of Sell. 13 analysts have given their ratings to CRI out of which 0 analysts have given strong buy call, 1 analysts have given buy call, 5 analysts rate it hold, 5 analysts advocate strong sell call, and 2 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of $31.38 gives the stock implied upside of roughly -6.2% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for CRI highest price target?
Analysts suggest CRI's stock price would rise to a high of $50.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for CRI over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the CRI stock price could move to $22.00.
What is the average target price for CRI?
CRI stock has an average analyst estimate of $31.38.
At its current price, how far is CRI from its average target price?
CRI shares are currently trading -6.2% below this price target.
What were CRI’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.39 versus consensus estimates of $0.13, and below the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $0.66.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
CRI's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $1.70 and $3.34 for the whole year.
What has CRI's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected -17.33% EPS growth for CRI in the next five years, compared to growth rates of -2.63% in the past five years.
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