Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) Fair Value 2026

GIL · Apparel Manufacturing ·

By CirclFi Research Team · Data from SEC EDGAR, FRED & GDELT

Quality Score

2.9 /10

32 fundamental signals · 2 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (0/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-08-28, Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) trades at $53.12, versus a $71.54 median fair value across its 2 active models — 34.7% above the current price. QOC: 2.9/10. Value Trap Risk: 0/100 (SAFE). 2/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
GIL
Price
$53.12
Quality Score
2.9/10
Value Trap Risk
0/100
Models Active
2/13
Last Updated
Strength: Regime Cross-Sectional suggests +148.3% upside with 27% confidence
Risk: Below-average Quality Score of 2.9/10 signals weak fundamentals

Is Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) Undervalued or Overvalued in 2026?

According to CirclFi’s 2-model valuation engine, Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) appears undervalued as of : the median of 2 independent fair value estimates is $71.54, 34.7% above the current price of $53.12. Estimates range from $11.18 to $131.90. GIL scores 2.9/10 on fundamental quality and 0/100 on value-trap risk.

For context, the median US equity CirclFi rates trades at an implied -23.4% versus its own 13-model consensus, across 3,809 rated companies as of 2026-08-28. GIL’s +34.7% gap is wider than that market norm, and the Apparel Manufacturing sector median is -13.4%. Full market index →

This verdict compares price to intrinsic value only — it is not a buy or sell rating. For the decision case (bull vs bear arguments, risk factors, peers), read Should You Buy Gildan Activewear Inc. Stock in 2026? →

What Fair Value Does Each Model Give GIL?

2 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($53.12)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Intrinsic · Medium Conviction
 $11.18 -79.0%
Relative · Medium Conviction
 $131.90 +148.3%

All Models Active

All 2 models are displayed above.

What Is Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Gildan Activewear Inc.'s intrinsic value is estimated at $71.54, presenting a divided outlook at the current price of $53.12. With a median implied return of +34.7% across a split 1–1 (bull–bear) consensus, the model spread of +227.2% underscores analytical uncertainty. Notably, Regime Cross sees the most upside at +148.3% (fair value: $131.90), while Markov DDM is the most conservative at -79.0% ($11.18). The spread between these extremes — +227.2% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.

What Do the Models Say About GIL?

2 of 13 models are currently active for GIL. Of these, 1 model suggests upside while 1 model suggests overvaluation. Taken together, their median fair value for GIL is $71.54 — the figure CirclFi publishes as this stock's fair value. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does GIL Rank in Apparel Manufacturing?

Among 25 Apparel Manufacturing stocks, GIL ranks #24 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 2.9/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 2.9 signals below-average fundamentals.

Gildan Activewear Inc.'s positioning within the Apparel Manufacturing segment means that same-store sales growth (comps) plays an outsized role in fundamental analysis. The sector's unique characteristics — including omnichannel integration — shape both the opportunity set and risk profile.

Is GIL a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns GIL a score of 0/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →

Multi-Model Methodology

2 of 13 models are active for Gildan Activewear Inc.. Limited activation may indicate insufficient history. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Gildan Activewear Inc. scores 2.9 out of 10 on our 32-signal quality assessment, a weak rating that exhibits fundamental weaknesses that warrant careful scrutiny. The QOC score synthesizes profitability margins, revenue growth reliability, debt management, and capital allocation into a single metric designed to separate durable businesses from statistically cheap ones.

The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +227.2% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every GIL valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →

Across GIL's 2 active models, average confidence is 30%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.

CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →

This analysis is produced by the CirclFi Valuation Engine using quantitative models applied to SEC EDGAR filings, public market feeds, and FRED macroeconomic indicators. It is not financial advice.

Read the full investment analysis: Should You Buy Gildan Activewear Inc. Stock in 2026? →

Bull case, bear case, risk factors & peer comparison — updated daily

Which Similar Apparel Manufacturing Stocks Should You Also Analyze?

9 related Apparel Manufacturing stocks with 13-model coverage

SKFGStark Focus Group, Inc.QOC 3.5JXGJX Luxventure Group Inc.QOC 2.0XELBXcel Brands, Inc.QOC 4.2RLRalph Lauren CorporationQOC 9.3PMNTPerfect Moment Ltd. Common StockQOC 5.0KTBKontoor Brands, Inc.QOC 9.0FIGSFIGS, Inc.QOC 8.1JRSHJerash Holdings (US), Inc.QOC 7.5VNCEVince Holding Corp.QOC 6.5

Read investment analysis: SKFG · JXG · XELB · RL · PMNT · KTB · FIGS · JRSH · VNCE

Which Other Stocks Have a Similar Quality Score to GIL?

7 companies across all industries closest to GIL’s Quality of Company score of 2.9/10.

PERIPerion Network Ltd.QOC 2.9GFIGold Fields LimitedQOC 2.9AIXIXiao-I CorporationQOC 2.9PETZTDH Holdings, Inc.QOC 2.9SDASunCar Technology Group Inc.QOC 2.9CLOWCloudweb, Inc.QOC 2.9NVDANVIDIA CorporationQOC 10.0

Read investment analysis: PERI · GFI · AIXI · PETZ · SDA · CLOW · NVDA

What Else Do Investors Ask About Gildan Activewear Inc.’s Valuation?

What is Gildan Activewear Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

CirclFi puts Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL)'s intrinsic value at $71.54 — the median of 2 independent model estimates as of 2026-08-28, ranging from $11.18 to $131.90. The Quality of Company score is 2.9/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is GIL overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $53.12, 1 of 2 active models suggest GIL may be undervalued, while 1 indicate potential overvaluation. The median of all 2 fair value estimates is $71.54, 34.7% above the current price of $53.12 — a consensus view that GIL is undervalued. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits Gildan Activewear Inc.'s business model in Apparel Manufacturing.

What does a Quality of Company score of 2.9 mean for GIL?

Gildan Activewear Inc.'s QOC of 2.9/10 reflects 32 fundamental signals: profitability margins, revenue growth consistency, balance sheet leverage, free cash flow generation, and capital allocation efficiency. Scores below 5 flag potential fundamental weaknesses requiring careful analysis.

How many valuation models does CirclFi run on GIL?

CirclFi analyzes GIL with 13 institutional-grade models daily: Bayesian DCF (Monte Carlo + jump-diffusion), EPV (Greenwald zero-growth), EROIC Spread (McKinsey reinvestment), First Chicago (3-scenario), Markov DDM (regime-switching), ML-RIV (machine learning residual income), Dynamic NAV (asset-based), PWERM (option-theoretic), Regime Cross-Sectional (relative), Sentiment SOTP (hybrid), CUCE Ensemble (meta-model), FTNN Topology (neural network), and RCMH-DCF (conditional regime). Currently 2 of 13 are active for this stock. Read the full methodology →

Is GIL a value trap in 2026?

Gildan Activewear Inc.'s Value Trap score is 0/100 (SAFE). This low score indicates the current valuation is not artificially depressed by fundamental deterioration, suggesting genuine opportunity rather than a trap. Browse stocks by value-trap risk →

Cite this analysis — “According to CirclFi’s 2-model valuation engine, Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) has a median fair value of $71.54 — 34.7% above the current price of $53.12 — as of 2026-08-28.” Source: circlfi.com/stock/GIL/ · Methodology
Primary sources for this GIL valuation
  • Financial statements: Gildan Activewear Inc. 10-K and 10-Q filings on SEC EDGAR (CIK 0001061894) — 700+ standardized XBRL tags, published by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Discount-rate inputs: FRED, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis — risk-free rates, VIX, yield curve, inflation.
  • News sentiment: The GDELT Project — global media tone, input to the Sentiment SOTP model.
  • Model definitions: CirclFi methodology — the published specification for all 13 models, including the academic sources each one implements.

Market data for GIL as of ; valuations recomputed .