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

View Press Releases 03/13/2026 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 Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer The Buckle, Inc. (308) 236-8491 Source: The Buckle, Inc. View Press Releases