J.Jill, Inc. (JILL)

In the past six months, J.Jill's stock has trended downwards. The company reported first-quarter fiscal year 2025 results with earnings per share meeting estimates. Second-quarter financial results showed a decrease in net sales and comparable sales, but adjusted EPS beat consensus. JILL was added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List. A quarterly cash dividend was declared. Viv Rettke was appointed as Chief Growth Officer. The company is expected to release its third-quarter fiscal year 2025 financial results in December.

J.Jill has historically not experienced significant seasonal fluctuations in its sales. The company's merchandise offering drives consistent sales across seasons, with no single quarter contributing more than 26% of total annual net sales in Fiscal Year 2023.

J.Jill, Inc. is a national omnichannel specialty retailer in the United States, focusing on women's clothing. The company designs and sells apparel, footwear, and accessories under the J.Jill brand and sub-brands like Pure Jill, Wearever, and Fit, distributing products through e-commerce, catalogs, and retail stores.

J.Jill, Inc. operates over 200 retail stores nationwide across the United States. The company's headquarters are located in Quincy, Massachusetts, and it operates distribution centers in Tilton, New Hampshire, in the U.S.

J.Jill is recognized for its commitment to quality, style, and customer satisfaction, targeting affluent women aged 45 and older, while also trying to capture a younger customer base. The company has invested in new leadership and technology, including enhancing its e-commerce platform and launching eco-friendly product lines. However, J.Jill has faced challenges due to shifts in consumer behavior and increased competition, leading to sales headwinds and increased promotional activity. In June 2025, J.Jill changed its chief merchandising officer to Courtney O'Connor.

J.Jill, Inc. has a hybrid ownership structure with a significant presence of institutional investors and insiders. Institutional investors collectively own approximately 49.66% of J.Jill's shares. Towerbrook Investors Ltd. is the largest individual shareholder, followed by Jonathan Bilzin and Fund 1 Investments, LLC.