The Buckle Inc. (BKE)
NYSE:BKE
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 14, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.83Last Year’s EPS
0.89Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented solid top-line growth, meaningful improvements in net income and operating margin, strong category performances (notably women's and kids), and a healthy cash position and planned store growth. Offsetting these positives were margin pressures from occupancy and buying/distribution, a notable increase in inventory, one-time impacts that masked rising SG&A ex-settlement, and cost headwinds from tariffs and fuel surcharges. Overall, the company appears fundamentally strong this quarter but faces several manageable cost and operating pressures to monitor going forward.Company Guidance
Material Net Income and EPS Growth
Net income for Q1 was $46.9M ($0.92 diluted EPS) versus $35.2M ($0.70) a year ago — an increase in net income of ~33.3% and EPS up ~31.4% year-over-year, reflecting strong profitability in the quarter.
Revenue and Comparable Store Sales Growth
Net sales increased 6.1% to $289.0M from $272.0M and comparable store sales rose 5.1% versus the prior-year period, indicating healthy same-store demand.
Operating Margin Expansion
Operating margin improved to 20.6% in the quarter from 16.0% in prior-year Q1 — an increase of 460 basis points — driven largely by the $19.1M interchange fee litigation settlement recognized in SG&A and solid top-line performance.
Online and Channel Strength
Online sales increased 2.8% to $47.7M. Average unit retail rose ~4.5% and average transaction value increased ~3.5%, helping offset a ~1% decline in units per transaction (UPTs).
Category and Merchandise Wins — Women's & Kids
Women's merchandise sales were up 11% (now ~52% of sales vs 50% prior year), with women's denim up 8% and average denim price increasing from $84.85 to $92 (~8.4% increase). Kids sales grew ~16%, marking another strong category expansion.
Private Label Penetration and Assortment Strength
Private label represented 48% of sales (versus 47.5% prior year). Private brands showed growth in both women's and men's assortments and drove higher price points in denim and accessories.
Balance Sheet and Capital Deployment
Balance sheet strength: $324M in total cash and investments. Q1 capital expenditures were $14.7M (including $13.5M for store construction/remodels/technology). Company opened 3 stores in the quarter (442 stores total vs 439 a year ago) and plans additional store openings and remodels.
Accessory and Footwear Pricing Power
Accessory sales increased ~6% and footwear ~0.5%; average accessory price points rose ~5% and footwear price points rose ~9%, supporting higher average transaction values.
BKE Earnings History
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BKE Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 29, 2026 | $50.48 | $45.87 | -9.13% |
Mar 13, 2026 | $50.33 | $49.95 | -0.75% |
Aug 22, 2025 | $50.86 | $52.09 | +2.42% |
May 23, 2025 | $38.11 | $37.89 | -0.58% |
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FAQ
When does The Buckle Inc. (BKE) report earnings?
The Buckle Inc. (BKE) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 14, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is The Buckle Inc. (BKE) earnings time?
The Buckle Inc. (BKE) earnings time is at Aug 14, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is BKE EPS forecast?
BKE EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.83.
