Buckle Inc (BKE)

The Buckle, Inc. Reports May 2026 Net SalesJune 4, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended May 30, 2026 increased 2.2 percent from comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended May 31, 2025. Net sales for the 4-week fiscal month ended May 30, 2026 increased 4.5 percent to $92.4 million from net sales of $88.4 million for the prior year 4-week fiscal month ended May 31, 2025. Comparable store net sales year-to-date for the 17-week period ended May 30, 2026 increased 4.4 percent from comparable store net sales for the 17-week period ended May 31, 2025. Net sales for the 17-week fiscal period ended May 30, 2026 increased 5.7 percent to $381.1 million compared to net sales of $360.5 million for the prior year 17-week fiscal period ended May 31, 2025. About Buckle Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 445 retail stores in 42 states. The Company operated 438 stores in 42 states as of June 4, 2025. To listen to the Company’s recorded monthly sales commentary, please call (308) 238-2500. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc. can be accessed at www.buckle.com. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260604545037/en/ Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
The Buckle, Inc.
(308) 236-8491 Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports May 2026 Net Sales

The Buckle, Inc. Reports Quarterly DividendJune 2, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced that at its quarterly meeting of the Board of Directors, held on June 1, 2026, the Board authorized a $0.35 per share quarterly dividend to be paid to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 15, 2026, with a payment date of July 29, 2026. About Buckle Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 445 retail stores in 42 states, which includes the opening of one new store located in Weatherford, Texas yesterday. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc. can be accessed at www.buckle.com View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260602820887/en/ Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
The Buckle, Inc.
(308) 236-8491 Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports Quarterly Dividend

Buckle gains after first-quarter earnings and sales top expectations (BKE)May 29, 2026 10:28 AM
IH Market News Shares move higher following strong quarterly results The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE:BKE) rose nearly 5% in pre-market trading on Friday after the apparel retailer reported first-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street forecasts on both earnings and revenue. The company delivered adjusted earnings per share of $0.92, comfortably ahead of the analyst consensus estimate of $0.68, while revenue also surpassed expectations. Revenue growth supported by stronger store performance First-quarter revenue increased to $288.7 million, exceeding analyst forecasts of $282.3 million and representing a 6.1% improvement from $272.1 million reported in the same period a year earlier. The retailer also generated solid comparable sales growth during the quarter, reflecting healthy customer demand across its store network. Comparable store sales rose 5.1% year-on-year, while online sales increased 2.8% to $47.7 million. Profitability improves significantly Net income for the quarter reached $46.9 million, or $0.93 per basic share, compared with $35.2 million, or $0.70 per share, in the corresponding period last year. The improvement in profitability was supported by both higher sales and a one-off legal settlement benefit recorded during the quarter. Litigation settlement provides additional boost Buckle received $19.1 million in net cash proceeds related to the settlement of interchange fee litigation. The payment, received after legal expenses, was recorded as a reduction in selling expenses during the reporting period, contributing positively to earnings. “The Company entered into a final settlement agreement resolving interchange fee litigation and received cash proceeds of $19.1 million, net of legal fees, during the fiscal quarter,” the company stated in its earnings release. Store footprint continues to expand The retailer continued to grow its physical presence during the quarter through a combination of new openings and portfolio optimisation. Buckle opened three new locations in Baraboo, Wisconsin, Gretna, Nebraska, and Buckeye, Arizona. At the end of the first quarter, the company operated 442 stores across 42 U.S. states, compared with 439 locations a year earlier. The company also closed one store shortly after the fiscal quarter ended as part of its ongoing management of the store portfolio. Investors welcome stronger-than-expected performance The combination of earnings growth, higher sales, positive comparable-store performance and continued expansion helped drive investor optimism following the results announcement. The quarterly report suggested that Buckle continues to benefit from resilient consumer spending trends and disciplined cost management, despite a challenging retail environment. Buckle stock price Original: Buckle gains after first-quarter earnings and sales top expectations (BKE)

The Buckle, Inc. Reports First Quarter Net IncomeMay 29, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026 was $46.9 million, or $0.93 per share ($0.92 per share on a diluted basis). Net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026 increased 6.1 percent to $288.7 million from net sales of $272.1 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 3, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026 increased 5.1 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 13-week period ended May 3, 2025. Online sales increased 2.8 percent to $47.7 million for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026, compared to net sales of $46.4 million for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 3, 2025. Net income for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $46.9 million, or $0.93 per share ($0.92 per share on a diluted basis), compared with net income of $35.2 million, or $0.70 per share ($0.70 per share on a diluted basis) for the first quarter of fiscal 2025. As disclosed in the Company’s Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 1, 2026, the Company entered into a final settlement agreement resolving interchange fee litigation and received cash proceeds of $19.1 million, net of legal fees, during the fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026. The Company recorded the settlement as a reduction to Selling Expenses for the quarter ended May 2, 2026. Management will hold a live audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. EDT today to discuss results for the quarter. To register for the live event, please visit https://buckle.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1biv_wJXRU2zF4J96aDa4Q. A replay of the event can be accessed through Buckle’s investor relations website within twenty-four hours after the conclusion of the live event (https://corporate.buckle.com/investor-relations/events). About Buckle Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 444 retail stores in 42 states, which includes the opening of three new stores located in Baraboo, Wisconsin, Gretna, Nebraska, and Buckeye, Arizona, as well as the closing of one store earlier this month (after the fiscal month ended). As of the end of the fiscal quarter, it operated 442 stores in 42 states compared with 439 stores in 42 states at the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2025. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company’s control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. Note: News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc. can be accessed at www.buckle.com. Financial Tables to Follow THE BUCKLE, INC.   CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (Amounts in Thousands Except Per Share Amounts) (Unaudited)             Thirteen Weeks Ended   May 2,
2026   May 3,
2025         SALES, Net of returns and allowances $ 288,735   $ 272,121         COST OF SALES (Including buying, distribution, and occupancy costs)   155,259     145,145         Gross profit   133,476     126,976         OPERATING EXPENSES:       Selling   55,216     67,199 General and administrative   18,807     16,231     74,023     83,430         INCOME FROM OPERATIONS   59,453     43,546         OTHER INCOME, Net   2,643     3,067         INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES   62,096     46,613         INCOME TAX EXPENSE   15,214     11,420         NET INCOME $ 46,882   $ 35,193                 EARNINGS PER SHARE:       Basic $ 0.93   $ 0.70         Diluted $ 0.92   $ 0.70         Basic weighted average shares   50,619     50,199 Diluted weighted average shares   50,996     50,541 THE BUCKLE, INC.   CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Amounts in Thousands Except Share and Per Share Amounts) (Unaudited)               ASSETS May 2,
2026   January 31,
2026 (1)   May 3,
2025             CURRENT ASSETS:           Cash and cash equivalents $ 266,164     $ 249,461     $ 268,884   Short-term investments   23,818       24,698       22,883   Receivables   7,281       10,980       7,927   Inventory   150,197       139,504       132,395   Prepaid expenses and other assets   23,510       23,235       23,554   Total current assets   470,970       447,878       455,643               PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT   533,205       523,002       518,076   Less accumulated depreciation and amortization   (364,191 )     (360,556 )     (365,986 )     169,014       162,446       152,090               OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS   364,826       339,687       330,014   LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS   33,813       32,393       28,275   OTHER ASSETS   10,166       8,875       11,307               Total assets $ 1,048,789     $ 991,279     $ 977,329               LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY                       CURRENT LIABILITIES:           Accounts payable $ 60,619     $ 47,749     $ 63,015   Accrued employee compensation   18,353       54,960       15,228   Accrued store operating expenses   24,672       20,072       23,494   Gift certificates redeemable   14,798       17,237       14,753   Current portion of operating lease liabilities   85,451       85,877       83,634   Income taxes payable   26,794       10,810       17,605   Total current liabilities   230,687       236,705       217,729               DEFERRED COMPENSATION   33,813       31,994       28,275   NON-CURRENT OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES   325,418       297,937       286,052   Total liabilities   589,918       566,636       532,056               COMMITMENTS                       STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY:           Common stock, authorized 100,000,000 shares of $.01 par value; issued and outstanding; 51,518,086 shares at May 2, 2026, 51,156,626 shares at January 31, 2026, and 51,157,306 shares at May 3, 2025   515       512       512   Additional paid-in capital   227,372       221,998       209,995   Retained earnings   230,984       202,133       234,766   Total stockholders’ equity   458,871       424,643       445,273               Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 1,048,789     $ 991,279     $ 977,329               (1) Derived from audited financial statements.             View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260529050110/en/ Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
The Buckle, Inc.
(308) 236-8491 Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports First Quarter Net Income

The Buckle, Inc. Reports April 2026 Net SalesMay 7, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended May 2, 2026 increased 0.2 percent from comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended May 3, 2025. Net sales for the 4-week fiscal month ended May 2, 2026 increased 0.9 percent to $86.3 million from net sales of $85.5 million for the prior year 4-week fiscal month ended May 3, 2025. Comparable store net sales year-to-date for the 13-week period ended May 2, 2026 increased 5.1 percent from comparable store net sales for the 13-week period ended May 3, 2025. Net sales for the 13-week fiscal period ended May 2, 2026 increased 6.1 percent to $288.7 million compared to net sales of $272.1 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal period ended May 3, 2025. The Company will announce first quarter earnings on Friday, May 29, 2026. Management will hold a live audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. EDT on May 29, 2026 to discuss results for the quarter. To register for the live event, visit https://buckle.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1biv_wJXRU2zF4J96aDa4Q. A replay of the event can be accessed through Buckle’s investor relations website within twenty-four hours after the conclusion of the live event (https://corporate.buckle.com/investors/earnings-webcasts). About Buckle Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 443 retail stores in 42 states, which includes the opening of one new store located in Byron Center, Michigan during fiscal April and one new store located in Baraboo, Wisconsin earlier this week (after the fiscal month ended). The Company operated 439 stores in 42 states as of May 7, 2025. To listen to the Company’s recorded monthly sales commentary, please call (308) 238-2500. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc.
can be accessed at www.buckle.com. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260507503071/en/ Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
The Buckle, Inc.
(308) 236-8491 Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports April 2026 Net Sales

The Buckle, Inc. Reports March 2026 Net Sales and Announces the Appointment of Scott A. Werth as Senior Vice President of StoresApril 9, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire
The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 5-week period ended April 4, 2026 increased 7.0 percent from comparable store net sales for the 5-week period ended April 5, 2025. Net sales for the 5-week fiscal month ended April 4, 2026 increased 8.2 percent to $118.0 million from net sales of $109.1 million for the prior year 5-week fiscal month ended April 5, 2025.


Comparable store net sales year-to-date for the 9-week period ended April 4, 2026 increased 7.4 percent from comparable store net sales for the 9-week period ended April 5, 2025. Net sales for the 9-week fiscal period ended April 4, 2026 increased 8.5 percent to $202.5 million compared to net sales of $186.6 million for the prior year 9-week fiscal period ended April 5, 2025.


The Company also announced that Scott A. Werth was appointed to the position of Senior Vice President of Stores, effective March 31, 2026. In this role, Scott will assume responsibility for leading Buckle’s sales team representing more than 7,000 teammates across 42 states. Mr. Werth has been employed by Buckle since June 1989, serving in several roles of increasing responsibility and leadership over his nearly 37-year career with Buckle including most recently as Vice President of Sales and Strategy.


Dennis H. Nelson, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Scott has a proven track record of developing leaders, providing decisive strategic leadership, and driving measurable results. Buckle is fortunate to have a deep bench of talented leaders such as Scott within our sales organization and we are confident that Scott will continue enhancing our ability to deliver the most enjoyable shopping experience for our guests.”


About Buckle


Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 441 retail stores in 42 states, which includes the opening of one new store located in Overland Park, Kansas during fiscal March. The Company operated 440 stores in 42 states as of April 9, 2025. To listen to the Company’s recorded monthly sales commentary, please call (308) 238-2500.


SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized.


News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc.

can be accessed at www.buckle.com.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260409980990/en/
Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer

The Buckle, Inc.

(308) 236-8491


Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports March 2026 Net Sales and Announces the Appointment of Scott A. Werth as Senior Vice President of Stores

The Buckle, Inc. Reports Quarterly DividendMarch 24, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire
The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced that at its quarterly meeting of the Board of Directors, held on March 23, 2026, the Board authorized a $0.35 per share quarterly dividend to be paid to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 15, 2026, with a payment date of April 29, 2026.


About Buckle


Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 440 retail stores in 42 states.


SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized.


News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc.

can be accessed at www.buckle.com

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260324431231/en/
Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer

The Buckle, Inc.

(308) 236-8491


Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports Quarterly Dividend

The Buckle, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Net IncomeMarch 13, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire
The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2026 was $80.8 million, or $1.60 per share ($1.59 per share on a diluted basis). Net income for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 was $209.7 million, or $4.17 per share ($4.14 per share on a diluted basis).


Net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2026 increased 5.3 percent to $399.1 million from net sales of $379.2 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal quarter ended February 1, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 13-week period ended January 31, 2026 increased 3.9 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 13-week period ended February 1, 2025. Online sales increased 6.4 percent to $74.2 million for the 13-week period ended January 31, 2026, compared to net sales of $69.7 million for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2025.


Net sales for the 52-week fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 increased 6.6 percent to $1.298 billion from net sales of $1.218 billion for the 52-week fiscal year ended February 1, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 52-week period ended January 31, 2026 increased 5.6 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 52-week period ended February 1, 2025. Online sales increased 9.8 percent to $217.1 million for the 52-week period ended January 31, 2026, compared to net sales of $197.7 million for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2025.


Net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 was $80.8 million, or $1.60 per share ($1.59 per share on a diluted basis), compared with $77.2 million, or $1.54 per share ($1.53 per share on a diluted basis) for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024.


Net income for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 was $209.7 million, or $4.17 per share ($4.14 per share on a diluted basis), compared with $195.5 million, or $3.92 per share ($3.89 per share on a diluted basis) for the fiscal year ended February 1, 2025.


Management will hold a live audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. EDT today to discuss results for the quarter. To register for the live event, please visit https://buckle.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XsBQK7DoSEuv9BgxODpcZA. A replay of the event can be accessed through Buckle’s investor relations website within twenty-four hours after the conclusion of the live event (https://corporate.buckle.com/investors/earnings-webcasts).


About Buckle


Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 440 retail stores in 42 states. As of the end of the fiscal year, it operated 440 stores in 42 states compared with 441 stores in 42 states at the end of fiscal 2024.


SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company’s control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized.


Note: News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc. can be accessed at www.buckle.com.


Financial Tables to Follow




THE BUCKLE, INC.




CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME




(Amounts in Thousands Except Per Share Amounts)




(Unaudited)








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








 






13-Weeks Ended






 






52-Weeks Ended








 






January 31, 2026






 






February 1, 2025






 






January 31, 2026






 






February 1, 2025 (1)








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








SALES, Net of returns and allowances






$ 399,140






 






$ 379,199






 






$ 1,297,835






 






$ 1,217,689








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








COST OF SALES (Including buying, distribution, and occupancy costs)






189,173






 






179,714






 






661,977






 






624,902








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








Gross profit






209,967






 






199,485






 






635,858






 






592,787








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








OPERATING EXPENSES:






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








Selling






89,839






 






86,722






 






308,476






 






293,176








General and administrative






19,485






 






16,538






 






65,938






 






58,247








 






109,324






 






103,260






 






374,414






 






351,423








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








INCOME FROM OPERATIONS






100,643






 






96,225






 






261,444






 






241,364








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








OTHER INCOME, Net






4,749






 






4,903






 






14,675






 






16,413








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES






105,392






 






101,128






 






276,119






 






257,777








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








INCOME TAX EXPENSE






24,547






 






23,930






 






66,375






 






62,309








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








NET INCOME






$ 80,845






 






$ 77,198






 






$ 209,744






 






$ 195,468








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








EARNINGS PER SHARE






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








Basic






$ 1.60






 






$ 1.54






 






$ 4.17






 






$ 3.92








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








Diluted






$ 1.59






 






$ 1.53






 






$ 4.14






 






$ 3.89








 






 






 






 






 






 






 






 








Basic weighted average shares






50,477






 






50,126






 






50,268






 






49,922








Diluted weighted average shares






50,922






 






50,551






 






50,701






 






50,310









(1) Derived from audited financial statements









THE BUCKLE, INC.




CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS




(Amounts in Thousands Except Share and Per Share Amounts)




(Unaudited)











 






 






 






 








ASSETS






January 31,

2026






 






February 1,

2025 (1)








 






 






 






 








CURRENT ASSETS:






 






 






 








Cash and cash equivalents






$ 249,461






 






$ 266,929








Short-term investments






24,698






 






23,801








Receivables






10,980






 






6,758








Inventory






139,504






 






120,789








Prepaid expenses and other assets






23,235






 






20,932








Total current assets






447,878






 






439,209








 






 






 






 








PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT






523,002






 






510,088








Less accumulated depreciation and amortization






(360,556)






 






(364,336)








 






162,446






 






145,752








 






 






 






 








OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS






339,687






 






289,793








LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS






32,393






 






28,116








OTHER ASSETS






8,875






 






10,303








 






 






 






 








Total assets






$ 991,279






 






$ 913,173








 






 






 






 








LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY






 






 






 








 






 






 






 








CURRENT LIABILITIES:






 






 






 








Accounts payable






$ 47,749






 






$ 45,982








Accrued employee compensation






54,960






 






46,717








Accrued store operating expenses






20,072






 






19,266








Gift certificates redeemable






17,237






 






17,007








Current portion of operating lease liabilities






85,877






 






78,942








Income taxes payable






10,810






 






6,018








Total current liabilities






236,705






 






213,932








 






 






 






 








DEFERRED COMPENSATION






31,994






 






28,116








NON-CURRENT OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES






297,937






 






247,321








Total liabilities






566,636






 






489,369








 






 






 






 








COMMITMENTS






 






 






 








 






 






 






 








STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY:






 






 






 








Common stock, authorized 100,000,000 shares of $.01 par value; 51,156,626 and 50,773,556 shares issued and outstanding at January 31, 2026 and February 1, 2025, respectively






512






 






508








Additional paid-in capital






221,998






 






205,817








Retained earnings






202,133






 






217,479








Total stockholders’ equity






424,643






 






423,804








 






 






 






 








Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity






$ 991,279






 






$ 913,173









(1) Derived from audited financial statements







 

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Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer

The Buckle, Inc.

(308) 236-8491


Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Net Income

The Buckle, Inc. Reports February 2026 Net Sales and Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference CallMarch 5, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire
The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended February 28, 2026 increased 8.0 percent from comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended March 1, 2025. Net sales for the 4-week fiscal month ended February 28, 2026 increased 8.8 percent to $84.4 million from net sales of $77.6 million for the prior year 4-week fiscal month ended March 1, 2025.


The Company will announce fourth quarter and full year fiscal 2025 earnings on Friday, March 13, 2026. Management will hold a live audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. EDT on March 13, 2026 to discuss results for the quarter. To register for the live event, visit https://buckle.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XsBQK7DoSEuv9BgxODpcZA. A replay of the event can be accessed through Buckle’s investor relations website within twenty-four hours after the conclusion of the live event (https://corporate.buckle.com/investors/earnings-webcasts).


About Buckle


Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 440 retail stores in 42 states, which includes the opening of one new store located in Charlotte, North Carolina and the closing of one store in fiscal February. The Company operated 440 stores in 42 states as of March 5, 2025. To listen to the Company’s recorded monthly sales commentary, please call (308) 238-2500.


SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized.


News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc.

can be accessed at www.buckle.com.

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Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer

The Buckle, Inc.

(308) 236-8491


Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports February 2026 Net Sales and Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call

The Buckle, Inc. Reports January 2026 Net SalesFebruary 5, 2026 6:50 AM
Business Wire
The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended January 31, 2026 increased 1.7 percent from comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended February 1, 2025. Net sales for the 4-week fiscal month ended January 31, 2026 increased 3.7 percent to $61.8 million from net sales of $59.5 million for the prior year 4-week fiscal month ended February 1, 2025.


Comparable store net sales for the 13-week fourth quarter ended January 31, 2026 increased 3.9 percent from comparable store net sales for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2025. Net sales for the 13-week fiscal fourth quarter ended January 31, 2026 increased 5.3 percent to $399.1 million compared to net sales of $379.2 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal fourth quarter ended February 1, 2025.


Comparable store net sales for the 52-week fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 increased 5.6 percent from comparable store net sales for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2025. Net sales for the 52-week fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 increased 6.6 percent to $1.298 billion compared to net sales of $1.218 billion for the prior year 52-week fiscal year ended February 1, 2025.


About Buckle


Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 440 retail stores in 42 states, which includes the closing of four stores during fiscal January. The Company operated 440 stores in 42 states as of February 5, 2025. To listen to the Company’s recorded monthly sales commentary, please call (308) 238-2500.


SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized.


News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc.

can be accessed at www.buckle.com.

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Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer

The Buckle, Inc.

(308) 236-8491


Original: The Buckle, Inc. Reports January 2026 Net Sales

BREAKING NEWS: $BKE Here's Why The Buckle Stock Soared Today

Shares of The Buckle (NYSE: BKE) soared higher on Friday morning, after the company released earnings results for the second quarter of 2020. Net sales shockingly increased year over year despite the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a nice profit. Investors loved the results. As of 10:45 a.m. ...

Read the whole news BKE - Here's Why The Buckle Stock Soared Today

avg in @ $17.15

News: $BKE The Buckle, Inc. Reports June 2019 Net Sales

The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 5-week period ended July 6, 2019 increased 6.2 percent from comparable store net sales for the 5-week period ended July 7, 2018. Net sales for the 5-week fiscal month ended...

In case you are interested The Buckle, Inc. Reports June 2019 Net Sales

Look like some new interest here lately.

SD

Anyone still following this company?

BKE makes this Stock Screen: Top dividend yielder with at least 10% upside

Valuation analysis shows Buckle $BKE is 25% Undervalued after its drop today.


source

Earnings keep getting worse ouch! closing below $25 without a doubt IMO today. Same store sales down -11%.

cc transcript - q3 conf call


http://www.earningsimpact.com/Transcript/84631/BKE/Q3-2013-Earnings-Call

The indicators look good for now. Plus, the downgrades are just holds. Earnings should give the stock a boost. I'm excited about its Back to school sales. If October's sales are any indication, we should be in for a treat come next week. Until then, I'm staying on the BKE ride. :)

Great month wasnt it. i cant wait until the earning come out. maybe they might consider a special dividend if everything keeps going this well.

yeah

Any one else out there holding BKE? its looking Great right now. there buying back shares, and beating estimates

Article in Investor's Business Daily.

Despite Stingy Consumers, Teen Retailer Moves Trendy Clothes.

Link:
http://beta.investors.com/NewsAndAnalysis/Article.aspx?id=470472&Ntt=

It seems so...

Has it had it's day for awhile?