The Buckle, Inc.
BKEConsumer CyclicalNASDAQApparel Retail
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer cyclical sector, The Buckle, Inc. (BKE) is listed under Apparel Retail. With a market capitalization of $2.19B, it sits in mid-cap territory. The company 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 comprising the BKE, Buckle Black, Ace High, Daytrip, Departwest, FITZ + EDDI, Freshwear, Gentry Country, Gilded Intent, Gimmicks, J.B.
Market Cap
$2.19B
Beta
1.00
P/E (TTM)
9.74
P/E (Fwd)
10.10
EPS (TTM)
$4.36
EPS (Fwd)
$4.20
ROE
49.0%
ROA
17.1%
Cash
$290.0M
Total Debt
$410.9M
Free CF
$162.2M
52W Change
-11.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The Buckle, Inc. carries $410.9M in total debt against $290.0M in cash reserves — debt is modestly above the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company generates $162.2M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 49.0%, which is exceptionally high for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Return on assets of 17.1% further supports the picture of efficient asset utilization. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $1.29B (2022) to $1.30B (2026).
As with any equity investment, BKE carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for The Buckle, Inc. and its sector.