What guidance, if any, is management expected to provide for Q3 2025 and the full fiscal year? | CTRN (Aug 12, 2025) | Candlesense

What guidance, if any, is management expected to provide for Q3 2025 and the full fiscal year?

Guidance outlook:

The press release only announces the Q2‑2025 earnings release and the accompanying conference call. It does not mention any forward‑looking guidance for the third quarter of 2025 (Q3) or for the full fiscal year. Consequently, management is not expected to issue any formal revenue, earnings‑per‑share (EPS) or margin guidance for Q3 2025 or the FY 2025 at this time.

Trading implications:

Because no guidance is forthcoming, the market will price the stock largely on the Q2 results and the historical trend line. Traders should focus on the Q2 earnings beat (if any) and the management commentary on inventory, same‑store sales, and macro‑headwinds to gauge the likely trajectory into Q3. In the absence of guidance, volatility may rise around the call as investors parse any subtle forward‑looking cues. A prudent approach is to hold a neutral‑to‑light‑long position pending the Q2 results, then reassess Q3 expectations once management comments on the business outlook. If the Q2 call includes a “no‑guidance” stance, the stock may trade on a tighter range until the next guidance window (typically the Q3 or year‑end call).