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Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) generates frequent news as a manufacturer of everyday basic apparel with a vertically integrated, large-scale production platform. Company updates often highlight developments in its activewear, underwear, socks, hosiery and intimates categories, as well as changes in its brand portfolio and customer channels across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America.
Recent news has focused heavily on Gildan’s acquisition of HanesBrands Inc., which the company describes as creating a global basic apparel leader and doubling its revenues. Coverage includes the initial merger agreement, financing plans such as the pricing of senior unsecured notes, and the subsequent announcement that the acquisition has been completed, along with commentary on expected cost synergies and expanded scale.
Investors following GIL news will also see quarterly earnings releases detailing net sales, operating margins, category performance in Activewear and Hosiery and underwear, and commentary on the Gildan Sustainable Growth (GSG) strategy. These releases often include updated full-year guidance, information on capital allocation such as dividends and share repurchases, and discussion of demand trends in key markets.
Additional news items cover distribution partnerships and conferences, including exclusive wholesale distribution arrangements with S&S Activewear in the Canadian and U.S. imprintables markets, and participation in institutional investor and industry conferences. For readers tracking GIL, this news page provides a centralized view of corporate announcements, financial results, strategic transactions and channel partnerships related to Gildan’s basic apparel business.
Gildan (NYSE: GIL) reported shareholder voting results from its April 30, 2026 annual meeting in Montreal. All nine director nominees were elected, the auditor was reappointed, the Shareholder Rights Plan was renewed, and the non-binding Say on Pay advisory vote passed.
Key vote tallies include auditor reappointment 148,645,275 (92.71%), Shareholder Rights Plan 144,722,506 (93.78%), and Say on Pay 149,974,675 (97.18%). Director vote percentages ranged from 97.38% to 99.78% in favour.
Gildan (NYSE: GIL) reported record Q1 net sales from continuing operations of $1.17 billion (up 63.8% YoY) and adjusted operating margin of 14.3%. GAAP diluted loss per share was $0.30; adjusted diluted EPS was $0.43. The company reiterated 2026 guidance: revenue $6.0–6.2B, adjusted operating margin ~20%, adjusted EPS $4.20–4.40, and free cash flow above $850M. HanesBrands integration is on pace for ~$100M synergies in 2026 and ~$250M run-rate over three years.
Gildan (NYSE: GIL) will report first quarter 2026 financial and operating results on Thursday, April 30, 2026. A press release will be issued before markets open and a conference call is scheduled at 8:30 AM ET the same day.
Executives participating include Glenn J. Chamandy, Chuck Ward, Luca Barile and Jessy Hayem. Dial-in numbers, passcode 7427741#, a 7-day replay and a live audio webcast will be available.
Gildan (NYSE:GIL) will participate at CIBC’s 29th Annual Retail and Consumer Conference in Toronto on March 25, 2026. Senior leaders Glenn J. Chamandy, Luca Barile and Jessy Hayem will take part in a fireside chat and conduct one-on-one investor meetings.
Gildan (GIL) reported record Q4 net sales from continuing operations of $1,078 million, up 31.3% year‑over‑year, and record Q4 adjusted diluted EPS of $0.96, up 15.7%.
The company closed the HanesBrands acquisition Dec 1, 2025, raised targeted run‑rate synergies to $250 million, initiated 2026 guidance of $6.0–$6.2 billion revenue and $4.20–$4.40 adjusted diluted EPS, and began a sale process for HanesBrands Australia.
Gildan (NYSE:GIL) will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results on Thursday, February 26, 2026. A press release will be issued before markets open, followed by a conference call at 8:30 AM ET for analysts and institutional investors.
Executives participating include CEO Glenn J. Chamandy and CFO Luca Barile. The call is accessible by phone with passcode 4861743# and will be webcast with a 7-day replay available starting 12:30 PM EST.
Gildan (NYSE: GIL) completed its acquisition of HanesBrands on December 1, 2025, creating a global apparel leader by combining activewear and innerwear portfolios.
The combined company says it doubles Gildan's scale, merges iconic brands with a low-cost vertically integrated platform, and targets at least $200 million in run-rate cost synergies announced on August 13, 2025.
Management cites integration execution as the immediate priority to capture the stated synergies and deliver long-term shareholder value.
Gildan (NYSE: GIL) and several companies will move between S&P indices effective late November–early December 2025. Sandisk (SNDK) is being added to the S&P 500 on November 28, 2025, with PTC Therapeutics (PTCT) joining the S&P SmallCap 600 the same day. Upwork (UPWK) and First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) also join the SmallCap 600 on November 28 and December 2, 2025, respectively; Interpublic, Premier and Hanesbrands will be removed.
Gildan (NYSE: GIL) reported record third-quarter results for the period ended September 28, 2025, with net sales of $911 million, GAAP diluted EPS of $0.80 and record adjusted diluted EPS of $1.00. Adjusted operating margin was a record 23.2%. Year‑to‑date net sales were $2.541 billion and adjusted diluted EPS was $2.55. The company updated 2025 guidance: adjusted diluted EPS $3.45–$3.51, adjusted operating margin up ~70 bps, capex ~4% of sales and free cash flow ~$400 million. Gildan reiterated the proposed acquisition of HanesBrands, expected to close late 2025 or early 2026.
Comfort Colors (NYSE:GIL) marks its 50th anniversary with a Game Day Pop-Up outside Sanford Stadium on October 18, 2025 during the University of Georgia vs. Ole Miss game. The activation features a Food Truck handing out free branded treats, a Merch Station with expanded lifestyle apparel, a prize wheel for exclusive patches, a Mirror Selfie Station and Photo Wall Backdrop, plus a “Rush to Comfort” Greek Life Competition awarding free tees to the group with the strongest turnout and social buzz.
The brand highlights its 79 shades, new lifestyle pieces, and sustainability efforts including the Pigment Pure™ process that reduces water and energy use versus reactive dyeing.