Gildan
Gildan Activewear Inc. is a prominent Canadian manufacturer of branded and blank apparel, focusing on activewear such as t-shirts, sport shirts, fleeces, and socks. Founded in 1984, the company transitioned from fabric production to finished garments, becoming a major wholesaler of 100% cotton t-shirts and other apparel in North America. Gildan operates in 12 countries with around 50,000 employees and maintains a vertically integrated manufacturing process that includes knitting, dyeing, and sewing. The company offers a range of products, including undecorated activewear designed for customization, as well as branded and private label socks. Gildan serves wholesalers, screen printers, and retail companies, providing quality apparel for promotional use, corporate uniforms, and casual wear. Committed to responsible manufacturing, Gildan emphasizes fair labor practices and aims to deliver better value through better design.
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Gildan went from 2,250 employees in Jul 2023 to 2,354 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 84 people joined, 39 left.
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How many employees does Gildan have?
Gildan has about 2,354 employees, up 0.9% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
What is Gildan's revenue per employee?
Gildan makes about $1.4M in revenue per employee, based on $3.29B annual revenue and 2,354 employees.
How much does Gildan pay?
6figr has 1 salary profile for Gildan in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Gildan salaries page. See Gildan salaries
Is Gildan a public company?
Yes. Gildan is publicly traded under the ticker GIL on NASDAQ.
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