CATO The Cato Corporation
USConsumer CyclicalAs of 2026-07-10 13:18
Why CATO matters now
The Cato Corporation (CATO) is a US stock in Consumer Cyclical. The latest InvestLog snapshot shows $3.42 with +1.48% on the session and $62.2M in market capitalization; recent performance reads 1-month +6.80% and YTD +6.80%.
The latest financial table shown here is Q1 2026, with revenue of $171.1M, net income of $9.3M, and EPS of $0.47. Investors can compare that operating picture with valuation signals such as P/E unavailable and FCF yield -1.8%.
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Additional event context on this page matters because analyst consensus is Hold with a median target of $—. These signals are research inputs, not a recommendation.
Valuation
P/E (TTM)
—
PEG
—
P/B
0.39
P/S
0.09
EV/EBITDA
22.83
DCF Value
$-5.30
FCF Yield
-1.8%
Div Yield
0.0%
Margins & Returns
Gross Margin
33.1%
Operating Margin
-1.3%
Net Margin
-0.0%
ROE
-0.1%
ROA
-0.1%
ROIC
0.1%
Financials
| Period | Revenue | Net Income | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $171.1M | $9.3M | $0.47 |
| Q1 2027 | $171.1M | $9.3M | $0.47 |
| Q4 2025 | $151.7M | $-10.9M | $-0.55 |
| FY 2025 | $653.8M | $-5.9M | $-0.31 |
Analyst Ratings
Consensus
Hold
Target (Consensus)
$—
Target (Median)
$—
Target Range
$— - $—
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Company Info
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Apparel - Retail
Country
US
Exchange
—
Beta
0.60
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.