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Gildan Activewear Inc. reports developments tied to its vertically integrated basic apparel business, including activewear, underwear, socks and intimates sold through distributors, screenprinters, retailers, e-commerce platforms, global lifestyle brands and direct-to-consumer channels. Company updates also reference its brand portfolio, including Gildan, Hanes, Comfort Colors, American Apparel, GOLDTOE, Bali, Playtex, Maidenform, Bonds and licensed Champion printwear in the U.S. and Canada.
Recurring announcements focus on quarterly results, guidance, manufacturing and supply-chain operations, HanesBrands integration, capital returns, investor conference participation and governance matters such as director elections, auditor votes, executive compensation votes and the shareholder rights plan. Gildan also reports on labor, environmental and governance practices across large-scale manufacturing facilities in Central America, the Caribbean, North America and Asia.
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.
Gildan (NYSE: GIL) will report third quarter 2025 financial and operating results on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. A press release will be issued before markets open and a conference call for financial analysts and institutional investors is scheduled the same day at 8:30 AM ET. Participants include Glenn J. Chamandy (CEO), Chuck Ward (COO), Luca Barile (CFO) and Jessy Hayem (SVP, Head of Investor Relations and Global Communications).
Dial-in details: (800) 715-9871 (Canada & U.S.) or (646) 307-1963 (international) with passcode 5215005#. A replay will be available for 7 days starting at 12:30 PM EST with the same passcode. A live audio webcast and replay are available via the Gildan Q3 2025 audio webcast link.
Gildan Activewear (NYSE:GIL) has announced the pricing of a US$1.2 billion senior unsecured notes offering in two series: US$600 million of 4.700% notes due October 7, 2030, and US$600 million of 5.400% notes due October 7, 2035.
The proceeds will be used to fund the cash portion of the Hanesbrands Inc. acquisition, refinance Hanesbrands' existing debt, and cover related transaction fees. The offering is expected to close around October 7, 2025. The notes will be offered to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and to certain non-U.S. persons under Regulation S.
Gildan Activewear (NYSE:GIL) announced its upcoming participation in CIBC's 24th Annual Eastern Institutional Investor Conference in Montreal. The company's key executives, including CEO Glenn J. Chamandy, CFO Luca Barile, and SVP of IR Jessy Hayem, will engage in a fireside chat and conduct one-on-one meetings with investors on September 25, 2025.
Gildan Activewear (NYSE:GIL) announced its participation in the upcoming 29th Annual Scotiabank Back to School Conference in Toronto on September 17, 2025. The company's key executives, including CEO Glenn J. Chamandy, CFO Luca Barile, and SVP of Investor Relations Jessy Hayem, will engage in a fireside chat and hold one-on-one meetings with investors during the conference.
Gildan Activewear (NYSE:GIL) and HanesBrands (NYSE:HBI) have announced a definitive merger agreement where Gildan will acquire HanesBrands in a transaction valued at approximately $4.4 billion enterprise value. Under the agreement, HanesBrands shareholders will receive 0.102 Gildan shares and $0.80 in cash per share, representing a 24% premium.
The merger will create a global basic apparel leader, with HanesBrands shareholders owning 19.9% of Gildan shares upon closing. The combined company expects to achieve $200 million in annual run-rate cost synergies within three years. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to Gildan's adjusted diluted EPS and over 20% accretive including synergies.
The deal is anticipated to close in late 2025 or early 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and HanesBrands shareholder approval. Gildan has secured $2.3 billion in committed transaction financing and expects to maintain an investment grade profile.
Gildan (NYSE:GIL) has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with S&S Activewear for its American Apparel® brand in the U.S. imprintables market, effective December 28, 2025.
The partnership aims to strengthen American Apparel's brand awareness and drive sales through S&S Activewear's nationwide network, leveraging their scale, technology, and customer relationships. The brand is known for its premium quality clothing, timeless styles, and commitment to sustainability, with products manufactured in Gildan's facilities under their Made With Respect™ program.
Gildan Activewear (NYSE:GIL) has announced S&S Activewear as its exclusive wholesale distributor for the Canadian printwear market, effective December 28, 2025. The partnership will cover Gildan's entire brand portfolio, including Gildan®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, and Champion®.
The strategic alliance aims to enhance product availability and service for Canadian customers by combining Gildan's product supply capabilities with S&S Activewear's distribution network, which reaches over 99% of the Canadian population with one and two-day service. The partnership represents an expansion of their existing collaboration in the Canadian market.