
NYSEConsumer CyclicalApparel - Retail
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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.
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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.
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Valuation
11
Overpriced
Sentiment
54
Mixed
Risk
53
Elevated Risk
Momentum
70
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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.
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Current $2.38
52-week range
Current $2.38
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.
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Vanguard Extended Market ETFVXF409.26K0.00%95.4B USD0.05%$233.13-0.15%
Dimensional - US Core Equity 2 ETFDFAC196.85K0.00%88.28B USD0.21%$45.11-0.15%
EA Bridgeway Omni Small-Cap Value ETFBSVO140K0.01%2.43B USD0.45%$28.554+0.93%
Dimensional - US Small Cap ETFDFAS137.88K0.00%33.66B USD0.31%$78.10+0.23%
iShares Micro-Cap ETFIWC116.45K0.01%1.32B USD0.60%$182.79-0.31%
U.S. Small Cap Value Portfolio ETF Class SharesDFSV114.29K0.00%26.69B USD0.33%$38.10+0.82%
U.S. Micro Cap Portfolio ETFDFMC53.47K0.00%7.52B USD0.43%$57.70+0.35%
Vanguard Morningstar Total Stock Market ETFVTI
Vanguard Extended Market ETFVXF
Dimensional - US Core Equity 2 ETFDFAC
EA Bridgeway Omni Small-Cap Value ETFBSVO
Dimensional - US Small Cap ETFDFAS
iShares Micro-Cap ETFIWC
U.S. Small Cap Value Portfolio ETF Class SharesDFSV
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