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| Quarterly | EPS Forecast | QoQ | Max | Min |
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| 2026Q1 | ||||
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| 2026Q4 | ||||
| 2027Q1 |
The Cato Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a specialty retailer of fashion apparel and accessories primarily in the southeastern United States. It operates through two segments, Retail and Credit. The company's stores and e-commerce websites offer a range of apparel and accessories, including dressy, career, and casual sportswear; and dresses, coats, shoes, lingerie, costume jewelry, and handbags, as well as men's wear, and lines for kids and infants. It operates its stores and e-commerce websites under the Cato, Cato Fashions, Cato Plus, It's Fashion, It's Fashion Metro, and Versona names. As of January 29, 2022, the company operated 1,311 stores in 32 states. It also provides credit card services to its customers, as well as layaway plans for customers who agree to make periodic payments. The company was incorporated in 1946 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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The most recent financial report for The cato corporation (CATO) covers the period of 2026Q3 and was published on 2025/11/01. This report is prepared according to IFRS/US GAAP standards and includes key financial indicators—Revenue, Profitability, Cash Flow, and Capital Structure. This information is essential for investors evaluating CATO's short-term business performance and financial health. For the latest updates on CATO's earnings releases, visit this page regularly.
According to the latest financial report, The cato corporation (CATO) reported an Operating Profit of -8.53M with an Operating Margin of -5.49% this period, representing a growth of 50.95% compared to the same period last year. Operating Profit reflects the company's core business efficiency and cost control, making it a key indicator for evaluating operational strength and profitability.
In the latest financial report, The cato corporation (CATO) announced revenue of 155.4M, with a Year-Over-Year growth rate of 6.32%. Revenue growth can be driven by product mix changes, market share expansion, price adjustments, or international market penetration. Investors should also monitor gross margin and regional revenue distribution for a comprehensive view of growth quality and sustainability.
As of the end of the reporting period, The cato corporation (CATO) had total debt of 159.98M, with a debt ratio of 0.36. Long-term debt comprises a higher/lower proportion. The level of financial leverage directly impacts the company's capital structure and interest coverage. If debt is high, pay attention to interest expenses and refinancing risks. Conversely, a low-leverage structure indicates greater risk tolerance but potentially less growth flexibility.
At the end of the period, The cato corporation (CATO) held Total Cash and Cash Equivalents of 25.44M, accounting for 0.06 of total assets. Both current and quick ratios indicate robust short-term debt repayment ability. High cash reserves typically mean the company has strong liquidity, supporting operational needs, expansion investments, or shareholder returns.
In the latest report, The cato corporation (CATO) did not achieve the “three margins increasing” benchmark, with a gross margin of 32.7%%, operating margin of -5.49%%, and net margin of -3.3%%. This demonstrates limited improvement in profitability, which is a key signal for fundamental analysis. Investors should consider margin trends alongside other financial indicators to assess CATO's profit trajectory and future growth potential.
According to the past four quarterly reports, The cato corporation (CATO)'s earnings per share (EPS) shows a steady growth trend, with the latest EPS at -0.28. If EPS continues to rise due to revenue growth and cost optimization, it can support P/E valuation recovery and attract long-term investors.
The cato corporation (CATO)'s Free Cash Flow (FCF) for the period is -12.93M, calculated as Operating Cash Flow minus Capital Expenditures, representing a rise of 45.72% compared with the previous period. Positive FCF growth provides stable funding for dividends, debt repayment, or strategic acquisitions, and is an important measure of true profitability and shareholder return potential.