Torrid (CURV) Shares Jump 5.8% as Retail Earnings Boost Apparel Sector Sentiment

Shares of plus-size apparel retailer Torrid Holdings (NYSE:CURV) surged 5.8% on May 29, 2026, after strong quarterly results from Burlington Stores and Kohl’s lifted investor confidence across the apparel sector. Burlington Stores reported first-quarter total sales rose 14% year-over-year with comparable-store sales up 6%. Kohl’s posted a narrower-than-expected quarterly loss, signaling resilient consumer spending. The upbeat results improved sentiment toward discretionary retail names like Torrid. Torrid’s stock remains highly volatile, with 50 moves of more than 5% over the past year. Despite the advance, shares are up 54.2% year-to-date at $1.64, still 69.4% below their 52-week high of $5.35 set in June 2025. The rally reflects broader relief as falling oil prices and record equity markets ease pressure on consumer wallets, potentially boosting full-price sell-through for apparel retailers with seasonal inventory.