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Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, specializing in branded and blank activewear, hosiery, and underwear. The company completed the acquisition of HanesBrands Inc. on December 1, 2025, signific...

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Gildan's HanesBrands integration and shift toward Retail/Wholesale channels create a compelling turnaround story with significant...

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Industry Apparel and Footwear
4 named competitors
4 recent developments
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Gildan Activewear Inc. Overview

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Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, specializing in branded and blank activewear, hosiery, and underwear. The company completed the acquisition of HanesBrands Inc. on December 1, 2025, significantly expanding its product portfolio and market reach. This strategic acquisition positions Gildan as a dominant player in the branded basics category.

Strategic Profile

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The company expects revenues from continuing operations to reach $6.0 to $6.2 billion in 2026, representing ~65% to ~70% year-over-year growth, driven largely by the HanesBrands integration. Effective Q1 2026, the company transitioned from reporting on an Activewear/Innerwear basis to a Retail/Wholesale structure to better reflect its go-to-market approach. Gildan operates with industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain, embedding sustainability into its long-term strategy.

Competitive Landscape

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Gildan competes against diversified apparel manufacturers and specialty brands. Key competitors include Levi Strauss & Company, PVH (Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger), VF Corporation (The North Face, Timberland), and Under Armour. The HanesBrands acquisition brings iconic brands (Hanes, Champion, Bonds) into Gildan's competitive arsenal, strengthening positioning in both wholesale (blank apparel) and retail (branded) channels.

Industry Context

Gildan Activewear Inc. operates in Apparel and Footwear.

Key facts

Founded: 1984 · Headquarters: Montreal, Canada · Employees: 10,000+ · Revenue: $6.0-6.2B (2026 guidance) · Market cap: N/A

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  • HanesBrands acquisition (December 2025) drives expected 65-70% revenue growth in 2026, transforming Gildan into a $6B+ enterprise
  • Transition to Retail/Wholesale reporting structure reflects operational realignment and improved transparency for capital markets
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Recent developments

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  • February 2026Completed HanesBrands acquisition and reported record Q4 2025 results
  • February 2026Initiated 2026 financial guidance: $6.0-6.2B revenue and $4.20-4.40 EPS, both up 20-25% YoY
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Levi'sPremium denim and casual apparel→Calvin Klein / Tommy HilfigerDesigner and branded apparel→The North Face / TimberlandOutdoor and lifestyle apparel→Under ArmourPerformance athletic apparel→

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What does Gildan Activewear Inc. do?+
Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, specializing in branded and blank activewear, hosiery, and underwear. The company completed the acquisition of HanesBrands Inc. on December 1, 2025, signific...
What is Gildan Activewear Inc.'s Cyborg Score?+
Gildan Activewear Inc. has a Cyborg Score of 7/10 (Strong). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
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Named competitors include Levi's, Calvin Klein / Tommy Hilfiger, The North Face / Timberland, Under Armour. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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