The company ended the year on an upbeat note, with its sixth consecutive quarter of positive comparable store sales amid increased traffic and basket size.
The retailer, which specialises in value-priced apparel, home goods and accessories primarily for Black families, also was upbeat about its current quarter.
“This momentum has continued into 2026, with quarter-to-date comparable store sales trending in the high-single digits, supported by increased traffic and basket size during this important tax refund season,” Citi Trends CEO Ken Seipel said on the company’s earnings call.
The retailer said it plans to open approximately 25 new stores, remodel 50 locations and close four stores this year. Looking further out, it is targeting 40 openings in 2027.
Seipel told analysts that Citi Trends new store expansion is guided by a “disciplined” approach that combines analytics, market expertise and financial metrics.
