8-K

BUCKLE INC (BKE)

8-K 2020-11-20 For: 2020-11-20
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C.  20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF

THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

November 20, 2020

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported)

THE BUCKLE, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

Nebraska 001-12951 47-0366193
(State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) File Number) Identification No.)
2407 West 24th Street,
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Kearney, Nebraska 68845-4915
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code:  (308) 236-8491

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(Former name, former address and former fiscal year if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

o  Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

o  Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

o  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

o  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each Class Trading Symbol(s) Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value BKE New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company      o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ITEM 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

ITEM 9.01(d)     Exhibits

SIGNATURES

EXHIBIT INDEX

EXHIBIT 99.1

ITEM 2.02.     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On November 20, 2020, The Buckle, Inc. announced financial results for the fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2020. The full text of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

The information shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), as amended, and shall not be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as set forth by specific reference in such filing.

ITEM 9.01(d).     Exhibits

Exhibit 99.1    Press Release Dated November 20, 2020

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

The Buckle, Inc.
Date: November 20, 2020 By: /s/  THOMAS B. HEACOCK
Name: Thomas B. Heacock
Title: Senior Vice President of Finance,
Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Dated November 20, 2020

Document

Exhibit 99.1

logo1811a051.jpg The Buckle, Inc.
2407 W. 24th St. Kearney, NE 68845
P.O. Box 1480 Kearney, NE 68848-1480
phone: 308-236-8491
fax: 308-236-4493
For Immediate Release: November 20, 2020 web: www.buckle.com
Contact: Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
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The Buckle, Inc.
(308) 236-8491

THE BUCKLE, INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER NET INCOME

KEARNEY, NE -- The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2020 was $41.6 million, or $0.85 per share ($0.85 per share on a diluted basis).

Net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2020 increased 12.0 percent to $251.0 million from net sales of $224.1 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal quarter ended November 2, 2019. Comparable store net sales for the 13-week period ended October 31, 2020 increased 12.4 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 13-week period ended November 2, 2019. Online sales increased 72.5 percent to $46.4 million for the 13-week period ended October 31, 2020, compared to net sales of $26.9 million for the 13-week period ended November 2, 2019.

Net sales for the 39-week fiscal period ended October 31, 2020 decreased 7.4 percent to $582.4 million from net sales of $629.3 million for the prior year 39-week fiscal period ended November 2, 2019. Comparable store net sales for the 39-week period ended October 31, 2020 decreased 7.1 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 39-week period ended November 2, 2019. Online sales increased 67.3 percent to $124.4 million for the 39-week period ended October 31, 2020, compared to net sales of $74.4 million for the 39-week period ended November 2, 2019.

Net income for the third quarter of fiscal 2020 was $41.6 million, or $0.85 per share ($0.85 per share on a diluted basis), compared with $26.0 million, or $0.54 per share ($0.53 per share on a diluted basis) for the third quarter of fiscal 2019.

Net income for the 39-week fiscal period ended October 31, 2020 was $64.5 million, or $1.32 per share ($1.32 per share on a diluted basis), compared with $57.5 million, or $1.18 per share ($1.18 per share on a diluted basis) for the 39-week period ended November 2, 2019.

Management will hold a conference call at 10:00 a.m. EST today to discuss results for the quarter. To participate in the call, please call (844) 291-6362 for domestic calls or (234) 720-6995 for international calls and reference the conference code 9346005. A replay of the call will be available for a two-week period beginning today at 1:00 p.m. EST by calling (866) 207-1041 for domestic calls or (402) 970-0847 for international calls and entering the conference code 8449047.

About Buckle

Offering a unique mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle caters to fashion-conscious young men and women. 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 446 retail stores in 42 states. As of the end of the fiscal quarter, it operated 446 stores in 42 states compared with 449 stores in 42 states at the end of the third quarter of fiscal 2019.

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 on the Internet.

Financial Tables to Follow

THE BUCKLE, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

(Amounts in Thousands Except Per Share Amounts)

(Unaudited)

Thirteen Weeks Ended Thirty-Nine Weeks Ended
October 31,<br>2020 November 2,<br>2019 October 31,<br>2020 November 2,<br>2019
SALES, Net of returns and allowances $ 251,005 $ 224,121 $ 582,443 $ 629,251
COST OF SALES (Including buying, distribution, and occupancy costs) 134,055 130,587 345,286 380,367
Gross profit 116,950 93,534 237,157 248,884
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Selling 52,894 51,282 124,655 146,426
General and administrative 9,930 8,942 29,026 30,812
62,824 60,224 153,681 177,238
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS 54,126 33,310 83,476 71,646
OTHER INCOME, Net 1,020 1,105 1,998 4,446
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES 55,146 34,415 85,474 76,092
INCOME TAX EXPENSE 13,511 8,431 20,941 18,642
NET INCOME $ 41,635 $ 25,984 $ 64,533 $ 57,450
EARNINGS PER SHARE:
Basic $ 0.85 $ 0.54 $ 1.32 $ 1.18
Diluted $ 0.85 $ 0.53 $ 1.32 $ 1.18
Basic weighted average shares 48,714 48,549 48,718 48,550
Diluted weighted average shares 48,987 48,809 48,941 48,768

THE BUCKLE, INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Amounts in Thousands Except Share and Per Share Amounts)

(Unaudited)

ASSETS October 31,<br>2020 February 1,<br>2020 (1) November 2,<br>2019
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 331,923 $ 220,969 $ 213,836
Short-term investments 7,410 12,532 31,946
Receivables 1,763 3,136 9,432
Inventory 118,707 121,258 138,879
Prepaid expenses and other assets 21,749 20,935 22,195
Total current assets 481,552 378,830 416,288
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT 451,708 452,205 453,859
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (349,411) (338,357) (336,098)
102,297 113,848 117,761
OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS 287,197 350,088 340,417
LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS 16,729 15,863 15,710
OTHER ASSETS 10,104 9,261 7,939
Total assets $ 897,879 $ 867,890 $ 898,115
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable $ 57,629 $ 26,491 $ 44,771
Accrued employee compensation 23,611 22,929 18,122
Accrued store operating expenses 23,096 17,837 21,539
Gift certificates redeemable 12,093 15,319 12,688
Current portion of operating lease liabilities 78,860 87,314 81,541
Income taxes payable 7,994 2,751
Total current liabilities 203,283 172,641 178,661
DEFERRED COMPENSATION 16,729 15,863 15,410
NON-CURRENT OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES 235,463 290,238 286,706
Total liabilities 455,475 478,742 480,777
COMMITMENTS
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Common stock, authorized 100,000,000 shares of $.01 par value; issued and outstanding; 49,407,731 shares at October 31, 2020, 49,205,681 shares at February 1, 2020, and 49,223,811 shares at November 2, 2019 494 492 492
Additional paid-in capital 155,778 152,258 151,383
Retained earnings 286,132 236,398 265,463
Total stockholders’ equity 442,404 389,148 417,338
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 897,879 $ 867,890 $ 898,115
(1) Derived from audited financial statements.