Earnings Per Share (GAAP)
$-0.55
The Cato Corporation is a specialty retailer offering value-priced fashion apparel and accessories. The company operates three distinct store concepts: “Cato,” “Versona,” and “It’s Fashion”.
For the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2026, the company reported sales revenue of $150.0 million and a net loss of $(0.55) per diluted share. For the full fiscal year 2025, total sales revenue reached $646.8 million, alongside a net loss of $(0.31) per diluted share.
Full-year gross margin increased to 33.3% of sales, driven in part by lower payroll, distribution, and freight costs. Additionally, selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased to 35.0% of sales for the year
What to Watch: Monitor Q1 2026 results for signs of revenue stabilization and margin improvement as the company navigates inventory levels of $110.7 million against a challenging retail backdrop.
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