• Carter’s Q2 fiscal 2026 net income swung to USD 105 million, with GAAP diluted EPS at USD 2.87.
• GAAP operating income climbed to USD 139.8 million, lifting operating margin to 22.7%.
• Net sales rose 5% to USD 615 million; U.S. Retail comparable sales increased 5.1%.
• Results included a USD 132 million recovery of previously paid import duties and related interest; leadership transition costs totaled USD 4.7 million.
• Full-year outlook calls for 2% to 3% net sales growth, operating cash flow of USD 230 million to USD 240 million.

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