AQR Discloses 2,564,457-Share Position in Carter's (CRI)

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

AQR Capital Management and its parent beneficially own 2,564,457 shares of Carter's common stock, equal to 7.04% of the class. The report shows the holders have shared voting power and shared dispositive power over these shares rather than sole control. The filing is submitted under Schedule 13G and includes a certification that the securities are held in the ordinary course of business and not with the purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer. The filing also states that AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC.

Positive

• Material institutional stake: AQR beneficially owns 2,564,457 shares (7.04%) of Carter's, indicating substantive institutional ownership.
• Passive classification: The filing under Schedule 13G and the certification state the position is held in the ordinary course of business and not to influence control.

Negative

• None.

Insights

Financial Analyst

TL;DR: AQR holds a material 7.04% passive stake in Carter's, reported with shared voting and dispositive power.

The Schedule 13G shows AQR Capital Management, LLC and its parent hold 2,564,457 shares, representing 7.04% of Carter's outstanding common stock. The position is reported with shared voting and shared dispositive power, and the filers certify the holdings are in the ordinary course of business and not intended to influence control. For investors, this is a material institutional holding but the Schedule 13G classification indicates a passive ownership profile rather than an activist or control-seeking intent.

Corporate Governance Expert

TL;DR: Filing signals significant institutional ownership but explicitly states no intent to change or influence issuer control.

The document identifies the reporting persons and their classifications and confirms that AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC. The certification language is explicit that the shares were not acquired to influence control, consistent with a passive Schedule 13G disclosure. Governance implications are limited by that certification and the shared-power reporting; there is no disclosure here of coordination with other shareholders or plans to seek board representation.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

CARTERS INC

(Name of Issuer)

Common stock, par value $0.01 per share

(Title of Class of Securities)

146229109

(CUSIP Number)

06/30/2025

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP No. 146229109

1

Names of Reporting Persons

AQR Capital Management, LLC

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 2,564,457.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 2,564,457.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

2,564,457.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

7.04 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP No. 146229109

1

Names of Reporting Persons

AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 2,564,457.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 2,564,457.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

2,564,457.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

7.04 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: CARTERS INC
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: PHIPPS TOWER, 3438 PEACHTREE ROAD NE SUITE 1800, ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30326
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: AQR Capital Management, LLC AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: ONE GREENWICH PLAZA SUITE 130 Greenwich, Connecticut 06830
(c)	Citizenship: AQR Capital Management, LLC - UNITED STATES AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - UNITED STATES
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common stock, par value $0.01 per share
(e)	CUSIP No.: 146229109
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 2,564,457
(b)	Percent of class: 7.04 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 2,564,457 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 2,564,457
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 2,564,457 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 2,564,457
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. See Item 2(a) above.
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

AQR Capital Management, LLC

Signature:	Henry Parkin
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory
Date:	08/14/2025

AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC

Signature:	Henry Parkin
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory
Date:	08/14/2025

Exhibit Information

AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC and AQR Capital Management, LLC hereby agree that this Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the parties. AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC.

FAQ

How many Carter's (CRI) shares does AQR report owning?

AQR reports beneficial ownership of 2,564,457 shares of Carter's common stock.

What percentage of Carter's outstanding shares does AQR own?

AQR's holding represents 7.04% of the class as reported in the Schedule 13G.

Does AQR report sole voting or dispositive power over the shares?

No. The filing reports 0 sole voting power and 2,564,457 shared voting power, and similarly shared dispositive power.

Is this filing an indication that AQR is seeking control of Carter's?

No. The filing includes a certification that the shares are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired to change or influence control.

Are AQR Capital Management, LLC and AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC related?

Yes. The filing states that AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC.