CULPConsumer Cyclical · Textile ManufacturingTicker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 80 of 100 as at 18 Sept 2026 — inside the top quartile.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Culp, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Growth (88): Sales and profits are climbing, and climbing faster than before.
Value (28): The shares cost a lot relative to the profits and assets behind them.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on CULP, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Dec 2020 | Raymond James | Maintains | Outperform | $15 → $17 |
| 4 Sept 2020 | Raymond James | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 29 May 2020 | Stifel | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 6 Mar 2020 | Stifel | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 19 Feb 2020 | Stifel | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 19 Feb 2020 | Stifel Nicolaus | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 9 Sept 2019 | Raymond James | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 1 Mar 2019 | Raymond James | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 31 Aug 2018 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 31 Aug 2018 | Stifel Nicolaus | Maintains | Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. CULP appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 18 Sept 2026, Culp, Inc. returned −19.2% against +16.3% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 89% of US stocks
Cheaper than 92% of US stocks
Cheaper than 77% of US stocks
Cheaper than 89% of US stocks
Higher than 43% of US stocks
Higher than 43% of US stocks
Higher than 12% of US stocks
Higher than 31% of US stocks
Higher than 28% of US stocks
Higher than 37% of US stocks
Higher than 34% of US stocks
Higher than 92% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.
Culp, Inc. has a market value of $46.4M and an enterprise value of $51.1M.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 Apr 2026: $203.5M. The latest quarter grew 6.5% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: −$10.2M, a −5.0% net margin.
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $−0.81.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 Apr 2026: −$10.0M, after $596K of capital spending.
Trailing P/E: −4.5×; forward P/E: 364.0× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.
Forward dividend yield: 12.64%, paying out 0% of earnings.
Culp, Inc. employs 887 people — $229K of revenue per employee.
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The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
| Company | Market cap | TKN rank |
|---|---|---|
| CULPCulp, Inc. | $46.4M | 80 |
| SMJFSMJ International Holdings, Inc. | $28.9M | 1 |
| PASWPing An Biomedical Co., Ltd. | $17.3M | 2 |
| UFIUnifi, Inc. | $122.5M | 72 |
| SPWHSportsman's Warehouse Holdings, Inc.* | $45.8M | 64 |
| DCXDigital Currency X Technology, Inc.* | $46.6M | 3 |
| PLCEThe Children's Place, Inc.* | $45.3M | 20 |
* Nearest Consumer Cyclical names by size — few textile manufacturing companies of this scale trade in the US universe.
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Seeking Alpha published the transcript of Culp, Inc.'s fiscal first-quarter 2027 earnings call. The transcript covers management's discussion of the company's quarterly results and outlook.
Why it matters — The earnings call transcript offers CULP watchers direct insight into management's commentary on the company's most recent quarterly performance.
Culp, Inc. reported Q1 earnings of $0.47 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.44 per share. This compares to a loss of $0.02 per share in the same period a year ago.
Why it matters — The earnings beat and improvement from a year-ago loss indicate stronger-than-expected results for the quarter, which watchers of CULP would note.
Culp, Inc. reported financial and operating results for its first fiscal quarter ended August 2, 2026, announcing year-over-year sales growth of 6.5% despite one less selling week, with consolidated net sales of $54.0 million.
Why it matters — CULP watchers would care because the fiscal first-quarter results show the company growing sales year-over-year even with one fewer selling week in the period.
Culp, Inc. announced it will webcast its first quarter fiscal 2027 conference call on September 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET to review its financial and operating results for the quarter ended August 2, 2026. A press release with these results will be issued after market close on September 9, 2026.
Why it matters — CULP watchers would care because the upcoming webcast and press release will provide the company's first quarter fiscal 2027 financial and operating results.
As at 18 Sept 2026, Culp, Inc. ranks 80 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Growth (88 of 100).
No analyst covering Culp, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for CULP are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business.
Culp, Inc. returned -19.2% over the 12 months to 18 Sept 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Culp, Inc. is a textile manufacturing company that supplies mattress fabrics, sewn covers, upholstery fabrics, and cut-and-sewn kits for the home furnishings industry.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 10 Sept 2026): "Culp, Inc. (CULP) Q1 2027 Earnings Call Transcript". Seeking Alpha published the transcript of Culp, Inc.'s fiscal first-quarter 2027 earnings call. The transcript covers management's discussion of the company's quarterly results and outlook.
Culp, Inc. is a textile manufacturing company that supplies mattress fabrics, sewn covers, upholstery fabrics, and cut-and-sewn kits for the home furnishings industry. Culp, Inc. serves bedding manufacturers, furniture producers, and commercial customers with products used in mattresses, foundations, sofas, chairs, recliners, and hospitality seating. Its bedding business focuses on knitted and woven fabrics, quilted covers, and other mattress components, while its upholstery business offers jacquards, velvets, suedes, and performance fabrics designed for residential, commercial, and hospitality applications. Headquartered in High Point, North Carolina, Culp, Inc. operates a global manufacturing and distribution network that supports sourcing, production, and delivery across North America and international markets. The company plays an important role in the home furnishings supply chain by providing specialized fabric solutions that combine design, durability, and functionality.
CEO Mr. Robert G. Culp IV · 887 employees · United States · https://www.culp.com
