Yahoo Financeยท2025-11-03 20:36Core Insights - Gildan Activewear's Q3 earnings exceeded expectations, with adjusted per-share earnings at $1, surpassing analysts' estimates of $0.98 [1] - The company reported a 2.2% year-on-year growth in Q3 sales, reaching $911 million, driven by a 5.4% increase in the activewear segment [2] - Despite the sales increase, net earnings declined from $131.5 million in Q3 2024 to $120.2 million in Q3 2025 [3] Sales Performance - Activewear sales contributed positively with a 5.4% year-on-year increase due to a favorable product mix and higher net prices [2] - Hosiery and underwear sales experienced a significant decline, dropping over 22% year-on-year to $80 million, attributed to weak demand and unfavorable product mix [2] Acquisition Plans - The company plans to acquire HanesBrands for $2.2 billion in cash and stock, expected to close in late 2025 or early 2026 [4] - The CFO expressed confidence in the acquisition as a beneficial path forward for Gildan [4][5] Financial Guidance - Gildan adjusted its guidance for the remainder of 2025, raising its projected adjusted operating margin increase from 50 basis points to 70 basis points [6] - The company expects capital expenditures to be 4% of sales, down from the previously projected 5% [6] Supply Chain Considerations - Companies are hesitant to shift their supply chains to Gildan's vertical factories due to tariff-related uncertainties [7] - The CEO noted that supply chain adjustments should not be knee-jerk reactions, emphasizing the potential for further optimization and exploration of new product categories [8]