J. Jill

JILL

Market cap $242M

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J.Jill, Inc. reported very weak Q1 financials, in line with already weak expectations. Assortment testing failed in the quarter. There's reason for some optimism ahead in the turnaround. JILL's FY2026 guidance implies a significant improvement in performance for Q3-Q4. I estimate JILL stock to have 49% upside to $20.2 in a base scenario.

J.Jill reported a challenging 1Q26 with comps down high single digits and gross margin contracting 350bps, in line with weak guidance. JILL is undergoing a high-risk assortment transition to attract younger customers, leading to sales declines and margin compression. Despite a low 7-7.5x cash-based income multiple, JILL's valuation is only fair given elevated business risk and uncertain turnaround success.

J.Jill maps an early brand transformation as Q1 EPS slips, tariffs bite margins, and accessories/jackets draw younger new customers.

J.Jill, Inc. (JILL) Q1 2027 Earnings Call Transcript

J.Jill NYSE: JILL executives said the women's apparel retailer delivered first-quarter results in line with internal expectations while continuing a brand and product transition aimed at broadening its customer base.

J.Jill (JILL) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.45 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.44 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.88 per share a year ago.

QUINCY, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--J.Jill, Inc. (NYSE:JILL) ("J.Jill" or the "Company") today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. Mary Ellen Coyne, President and Chief Executive Officer of J.Jill, Inc. stated, “We delivered first quarter results in line with our expectations and are encouraged by early indicators that our strategy is gaining traction. We are balancing speed with careful deliberation as we evolve – making the best decisions for our business and ou.

QUINCY, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--J.Jill, Inc. (NYSE:JILL) (“J.Jill” or the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share on the Company's common stock. The dividend is payable on July 8, 2026 to stockholders of record of issued and outstanding shares of the Company's common stock as of June 24, 2026. About J.Jill, Inc. J.Jill is a national lifestyle brand that provides apparel, footwear and accessories designed to help its customers.