Shoe Carnival, Inc.
SCVLConsumer CyclicalNASDAQApparel Retail · Last scanned May 29, 2026
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer cyclical sector, Shoe Carnival, Inc. focuses on Apparel Retail services and products. Shoe Carnival, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a family footwear retailer in the United States. The company carries a $483.7M market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. It offers various products, including dress and casual shoes, sandals, boots, and athletic shoes; and non-athletics for men's, women's and children's shoes, as well as accessories.
Market Cap
$483.7M
Beta
1.43
P/E (TTM)
13.04
P/E (Fwd)
9.55
EPS (TTM)
$1.35
EPS (Fwd)
$1.84
ROE
5.6%
ROA
2.6%
Cash
$129.3M
Total Debt
$361.2M
Free CF
$39.6M
52W Change
-8.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $129.3M in cash, though total debt stands at $361.2M. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Free cash flow comes in at $39.6M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 5.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.6% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $1.26B (2023) to $1.14B (2026), a 10% decline worth watching.
As with any equity investment, SCVL carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing SCVL.