The Buckle Inc. (GB:0HQ7)
NYSE:0HQ7
0HQ7 Stock Chart & Stats
$53.61
-$0.34(-0.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$53.61
-$0.34(-0.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$33.90 - $61.45
Previous CloseN/A
Volume16.00
Average Volume (3M)50.00
Market Cap
$2.64B
Enterprise Value$2.90B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$274.16M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$383.81M
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.3
Beta0.80
Next Earnings
May 22, 2026EPS Estimate
0.74Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield6.9%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.59
Shares Outstanding51,518,085
10 Day Avg. Volume56
30 Day Avg. Volume50
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.78
Price to Book (P/B)5.60
Price to Sales (P/S)1.83
P/FCF Ratio11.55
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.10
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.24
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.57
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.27
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$53.00Price Target Upside-1.14% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)4.08
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.33B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Margins & Strong ReturnsBuckle sustains very high merchandise and operating margins (gross ~49–50%, net ~16% in 2026) and exceptional returns on shareholder capital (~49%). This persistent profitability provides durable cash generation, funds reinvestment and dividends, and gives the company room to compete on assortment and retail experience.
Strong Cash Generation & DividendsThe company’s cash balance remained robust after sizable shareholder payouts (cash & investments $306.6M after $225.1M in dividends) and management continues a regular dividend. Consistent operating cash flow (exceeding reported earnings) and solid free cash flow conversion underpin sustainable capital returns and capex for stores and remodels.
Omnichannel Growth & Strong CategoriesRobust online growth combined with faster expansion in women's and kids categories has shifted the sales mix toward higher-growth, higher-margin segments. This structural shift, plus planned store openings and remodels, supports continued omnichannel penetration, improves merchandising leverage, and reduces reliance on weaker categories over the medium term.
Bears Say
Inventory Build Raises Execution RiskA sizable 15.5% inventory increase ties up working capital and raises the risk of markdowns if demand shifts. Elevated inventory complicates assortment and sizing execution, can depress gross margin via clearance activity, and pressures free cash flow conversion if sell-through lags versus expectations over coming quarters.
Rising Leverage Reduces FlexibilityLeverage ticking up to roughly 0.8–0.9x equity weakens the balance sheet buffer. Higher debt increases interest and refinancing sensitivity and limits optionality for opportunistic investment or additional shareholder returns if operations soften, making the business more exposed to macro or demand shocks over the medium term.
Category Softness & Declining UPTFewer items per transaction and weakness in men's and footwear categories signal structural mix and demand challenges. Declining UPT can limit comp growth even if AUR rises, may force more promotional activity to restore transactions, and necessitates category or merchandising changes that take time to implement and realize results.
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0HQ7 FAQ
What was The Buckle Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
The Buckle Inc. lowest share price was $33.90 and its highest was $61.45 in the past 12 months.
What is The Buckle Inc.’s market cap?
The Buckle Inc.’s market cap is $2.64B.
When is The Buckle Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
The Buckle Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 22, 2026 which is in 43 days.
How were The Buckle Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
The Buckle Inc. released its earnings results on Mar 13, 2026. The company reported $1.59 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.507 by $0.083.
Is The Buckle Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts The Buckle Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does The Buckle Inc. pay dividends?
The Buckle Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.35 which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.9%. See more information on The Buckle Inc. dividends here
What is The Buckle Inc.’s EPS estimate?
The Buckle Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.74.
How many shares outstanding does The Buckle Inc. have?
The Buckle Inc. has 51,518,085 shares outstanding.
What happened to The Buckle Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
The Buckle Inc. reported an EPS of $1.59 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.507. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.356%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of The Buckle Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:0HQ7
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$53.00 (-1.14% Downside)
$53.00 (-1.14% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:0HQ7 Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $4.0M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
54.45%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
45.18%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
8.55%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
The Buckle Inc.
The Buckle, Inc. operates as a retailer of casual apparel, footwear, and accessories for young men and women in the United States. It markets a selection of brand name casual apparel, including denims, other casual bottoms, tops, sportswear, outerwear, accessories, and footwear, as well as private label merchandise primarily comprising BKE, Buckle Black, Salvage, Red by BKE, Daytrip, Gimmicks, Gilded Intent, FITZ + EDDI, Willow & Root, Outpost Makers, Departwest, Reclaim, BKE Vintage, Nova Industries, J.B. Holt, and Veece. The company also provides services, such as hemming, gift-packaging, layaways, guest loyalty program, the Buckle private label credit card, and personalized stylist services, as well as special order system that allows stores to obtain requested merchandise from other company stores or its online order fulfillment center. As of March 11, 2022, it operated 440 retail stores in 42 states under the Buckle and The Buckle names. The Buckle, Inc. also sells its products through its website, buckle.com. The company was formerly known as Mills Clothing, Inc. and changed its name to The Buckle, Inc. in April 1991. The Buckle, Inc. was incorporated in 1948 and is headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska.
0HQ7 Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call communicated solid top- and bottom-line growth, driven by strong online performance and standout results in women's and kids merchandise, alongside healthy full-year margin expansion and a strong cash position after sizable dividends. Headwinds include modest declines in UPTs, softness in the men's and footwear categories, a quarterly uptick in SG&A (marketing and compensation), and a sizable inventory increase that introduces execution risk. Planned store expansion and inventory investments are positioned to support continued growth, though category and unit trends warrant monitoring.View all GB:0HQ7 earnings summaries0HQ7 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$53.00
▼(-1.14% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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