The Cato Corporation (CATO)
NYSE:CATO
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CATO Stock Chart & Stats
$3.49
-$0.09(-2.53%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$3.49
-$0.09(-2.53%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$2.59 - $4.92
Previous CloseN/A
Volume252.07K
Average Volume (3M)57.80K
Market Cap
$65.86M
Enterprise Value$175.53M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$83.64M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$145.03M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.76
Next EarningsN/A
EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)N/A
Shares Outstanding18,195,206
10 Day Avg. Volume67,079
30 Day Avg. Volume57,801
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.14
Price to Book (P/B)0.37
Price to Sales (P/S)0.09
P/FCF Ratio-11.13
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.67
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.27
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit0.81
Enterprise Value/Ebitda22.64
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue Rebound & Stable Gross MarginA sustained revenue rebound with a stabilized gross margin indicates improving product-market fit and better merchandising/pricing execution. That combination narrows losses and supports the durability of recovery by improving gross-profit resilience even before full operating leverage is realized.
Operating Cash Flow Turned PositivePositive operating cash flow reflects better working-capital control and underlying cash generation from operations. This durable improvement increases liquidity and flexibility to fund inventory, invest in e‑commerce, or absorb shocks without relying solely on new external financing.
Manageable Leverage; Positive EquityModerate debt levels and positive equity provide a structural financial cushion, preserving optionality for strategic actions (store optimization, selective reinvestment). Lower leverage reduces refinancing risk and supports operational adjustments over a multi‑month horizon.
Bears Say
Negative And Volatile Free Cash FlowPersistent negative and volatile free cash flow shows the business is not yet consistently self-funding. That limits the company's ability to invest in growth, shore up stores or e-commerce, and increases dependence on external financing or asset sales for strategic flexibility.
Weak Operating Profitability / Thin EBITDANegative operating margins and minimal EBITDA buffer mean core operations have limited ability to absorb cost shocks or fund growth internally. Durable recovery requires sustained margin expansion; until then profitability remains fragile and sensitive to commodity and traffic pressures.
Shrinking Store Footprint / Store DependenceOngoing net store closures indicate structural pressure on physical retail scale. Because the business still relies materially on in‑store sales, shrinking footprint can reduce reach and sales capacity unless offset by durable e‑commerce growth, making revenue recovery less certain.
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CATO FAQ
What was The Cato Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
The Cato Corporation lowest stock price was $2.59 and its highest was $4.92 in the past 12 months.
What is The Cato Corporation’s market cap?
The Cato Corporation’s market cap is $65.86M.
When is The Cato Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
How were The Cato Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is The Cato Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts The Cato Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does The Cato Corporation pay dividends?
The Cato Corporation pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.17 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on The Cato Corporation dividends here
What is The Cato Corporation’s EPS estimate?
The Cato Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does The Cato Corporation have?
The Cato Corporation has 18,195,206 shares outstanding.
What happened to The Cato Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of The Cato Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CATO
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The Cato Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-15.89%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-0.14%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-0.37%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
The Cato Corporation
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.
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
― Insiders
7.80% Mutual Funds
14.52% Other Institutional Investors
72.12% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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