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NYSEConsumer CyclicalApparel - Retail
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$2.36
−$0.02 · -0.84%
The Cato Corporation, encompassing its subsidiary entities, operates as a specialized vendor of fashionable clothing and accompanying accessories, with its primary market centered in the southeastern region of the United States. Its business model is structured into two principal divisions: retail sales and financial credit services. Through its network of brick-and-mortar stores and digital storefronts, the company offers a comprehensive assortment of apparel and adornments. This collection spans formal, professional, and everyday casual wear, along with dresses, outerwear, footwear, intimate apparel, imitation jewelry, and handbags. Additionally, it features specific product lines catering to male customers, children, and infants. These retail establishments and online platforms operate under several distinct brand identities, including Cato, Cato Fashions, Cato Plus, It's Fashion, It's Fashion Metro, and Versona. By January 29, 2022, the corporation managed 1,311 outlets distributed across 32 states. Beyond its merchandising activities, Cato Corporation extends credit card facilities to its clientele and offers layaway plans for those wishing to make scheduled installments. The firm was established in 1946 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Regular session
$2.36
−$0.02 · -0.84%
Regular session · ET · Market data may be delayed.
The Cato Corporation, encompassing its subsidiary entities, operates as a specialized vendor of fashionable clothing and accompanying accessories, with its primary market centered in the southeastern region of the United States. Its business model is structured into two principal divisions: retail sales and financial credit services. Through its network of brick-and-mortar stores and digital storefronts, the company offers a comprehensive assortment of apparel and adornments. This collection spans formal, professional, and everyday casual wear, along with dresses, outerwear, footwear, intimate apparel, imitation jewelry, and handbags. Additionally, it features specific product lines catering to male customers, children, and infants. These retail establishments and online platforms operate under several distinct brand identities, including Cato, Cato Fashions, Cato Plus, It's Fashion, It's Fashion Metro, and Versona. By January 29, 2022, the corporation managed 1,311 outlets distributed across 32 states. Beyond its merchandising activities, Cato Corporation extends credit card facilities to its clientele and offers layaway plans for those wishing to make scheduled installments. The firm was established in 1946 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Day range
Current $2.36
52-week range
Current $2.36
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GoAI Score
Sell
Valuation
11
Overpriced
Sentiment
54
Mixed
Risk
53
Elevated Risk
Momentum
70
Gaining
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The Cato Corporation, encompassing its subsidiary entities, operates as a specialized vendor of fashionable clothing and accompanying accessories, with its primary market centered in the southeastern region of the United States. Its business model is structured into two principal divisions: retail sales and financial credit services. Through its network of brick-and-mortar stores and digital storefronts, the company offers a comprehensive assortment of apparel and adornments. This collection spans formal, professional, and everyday casual wear, along with dresses, outerwear, footwear, intimate apparel, imitation jewelry, and handbags. Additionally, it features specific product lines catering to male customers, children, and infants. These retail establishments and online platforms operate under several distinct brand identities, including Cato, Cato Fashions, Cato Plus, It's Fashion, It's Fashion Metro, and Versona. By January 29, 2022, the corporation managed 1,311 outlets distributed across 32 states. Beyond its merchandising activities, Cato Corporation extends credit card facilities to its clientele and offers layaway plans for those wishing to make scheduled installments. The firm was established in 1946 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Day range
Current $2.36
52-week range
Current $2.36
Profitability as a percentage of reported revenue.
Revenue
Operating income
Net income
| Metric (USD) | FY2025 | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 653.81M USD | 649.81M USD | 708.06M USD | 759.26M USD | 769.27M USD |
| Cost of goods sold | 441.54M USD | 446.26M USD | 474.18M USD | 520.74M USD | 465.42M USD |
| Gross profit | 212.28M USD | 203.55M USD | 233.88M USD | 238.52M USD | 303.85M USD |
| Selling, general, and administrative | 226.46M USD | 230.64M USD | 250.93M USD | 241.68M USD | 266.05M USD |
| Operating expenses | 226.46M USD | 230.64M USD | 250.93M USD | 241.68M USD | 266.05M USD |
| Interest income | 6.69M USD | 5.02M USD | 3.92M USD | 1.88M USD | 1.32M USD |
| Interest expense | — | 59K USD | 35K USD | 87K USD | 72K USD |
| Depreciation and amortization | 9.99M USD | 9.82M USD | 9.87M USD | 11.08M USD | 12.36M USD |
| Operating income | −14.19M USD | −27.1M USD | −17.06M USD | −3.16M USD | 37.8M USD |
| Net income | −5.91M USD | −18.61M USD | −22.59M USD | 41K USD | 34.91M USD |
Company facts updated Oct 9, 2026.
Recent quarterly results
Recent quarterly results
Cash distributions grouped by calendar year; partial years are marked.
$0.68
2023 complete year-48.5% since 2017
$1.32
2,017
$1.32
2,018
$1.32
2,019
$0.68
2,022
$0.68
2,023
| Action | Ex-dividend date | Details | Record date | Payment date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dividend | Sep 16, 2024 | $0.17Quarterly | Sep 16, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 |
Dividend | Jun 10, 2024 | $0.17Quarterly | Jun 10, 2024 | Jun 24, 2024 |
Dividend | Mar 25, 2024 | $0.17Quarterly | Mar 26, 2024 | Apr 1, 2024 |
Dividend | Dec 15, 2023 | $0.17Quarterly | Dec 18, 2023 | Jan 2, 2024 |
Dividend | Sep 8, 2023 | $0.17Quarterly | Sep 11, 2023 | Sep 25, 2023 |
Dividend | Jun 9, 2023 | $0.17Quarterly | Jun 12, 2023 | Jun 26, 2023 |
Ex-dividend Sep 16, 2024
$0.17
Quarterly
Record Sep 16, 2024 · Payment Sep 30, 2024
Ex-dividend Jun 10, 2024
$0.17
Quarterly
Record Jun 10, 2024 · Payment Jun 24, 2024
Ex-dividend Mar 25, 2024
$0.17
Quarterly
Record Mar 26, 2024 · Payment Apr 1, 2024
Ex-dividend Dec 15, 2023
$0.17
Quarterly
Record Dec 18, 2023 · Payment Jan 2, 2024
Ex-dividend Sep 8, 2023
$0.17
Quarterly
Record Sep 11, 2023 · Payment Sep 25, 2023
Ex-dividend Jun 9, 2023
$0.17
Quarterly
Record Jun 12, 2023 · Payment Jun 26, 2023
Funds reporting this stock among their holdings, ordered by reported position size.
Vanguard Morningstar Total Stock Market ETFVTI1.4M0.00%2.3T USD0.03%$381.17+0.42%
Vanguard Extended Market ETFVXF409.26K0.00%95.4B USD0.05%$234.58+0.62%
Dimensional - US Core Equity 2 ETFDFAC196.85K0.00%88.2B USD0.21%$45.255+0.32%
EA Bridgeway Omni Small-Cap Value ETFBSVO140K0.01%2.43B USD0.45%$28.49-0.22%
Dimensional - US Small Cap ETFDFAS137.88K0.00%33.8B USD0.31%$78.325+0.29%
iShares Micro-Cap ETFIWC116.94K0.01%1.32B USD0.60%$182.91+0.06%
U.S. Small Cap Value Portfolio ETF Class SharesDFSV114.29K0.00%26.91B USD0.33%$38.025-0.20%
U.S. Micro Cap Portfolio ETFDFMC53.47K0.00%7.54B USD0.43%$57.83+0.23%Vanguard Morningstar Total Stock Market ETFVTIVanguard Extended Market ETFVXFDimensional - US Core Equity 2 ETFDFACEA Bridgeway Omni Small-Cap Value ETFBSVODimensional - US Small Cap ETFDFASiShares Micro-Cap ETFIWCU.S. Small Cap Value Portfolio ETF Class SharesDFSVU.S. Micro Cap Portfolio ETFDFMCAI-generated and delayed market data for informational and educational purposes only. Not investment advice.
