Designer Brands Inc.
DBIConsumer CyclicalNASDAQFootwear & Accessories · Last scanned May 29, 2026
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Daily timeframeDesigner Brands Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the design, production, and retailing of footwear and accessories in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The $400.4M market capitalization puts DBI squarely in small-cap range for its industry. It operates through two segments: Retail and Brand Portfolio.
Market Cap
$400.4M
Beta
1.21
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
15.29
EPS (TTM)
$-0.17
EPS (Fwd)
$0.52
ROE
-2.0%
ROA
1.6%
Cash
$50.9M
Total Debt
$1.24B
Free CF
$62.4M
52W Change
122.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, DBI has $50.9M in cash with $1.24B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $62.4M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of -2.0% points to negative capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 1.6% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $3.20B (2022) to $2.89B (2026).
Designer Brands Inc. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Designer Brands Inc.'s trajectory.