Cato Corp

CATO

Market cap $64.7M

CATO reports a significant year-over-year rise in Q1 2026 as tariff refunds lifted margins, though management cautioned that inflation and fuel costs are weighing on consumer spending.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cato Corporation (NYSE: CATO) today reported net income of $9.3 million or $0.47 per diluted share for the first quarter ended May 2, 2026, compared to net income of $3.3 million or $0.17 per diluted share for the first quarter ended May 3, 2025.

CATO's strong value positioning, strategic store locations, and efficient sourcing model drive consistent demand, while data-driven operations and customer programs support margins.

Improved cost controls and higher margins help Cato narrow losses on a year-over-year basis in Q4, even as softer sales and cautious consumer demand remain ongoing challenges.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cato Corporation (NYSE: CATO) today reported a net loss of ($10.7) million or ($0.55) per diluted share for the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2026, compared to a net loss of ($14.1) million or ($0.74) per diluted share for the fourth quarter ended February 1, 2025.

CATO's Q3 loss narrows year over year on 10% same-store sales growth and better margins, but slowing employment and economic concerns present headwinds for the retailer's outlook.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cato Corporation (NYSE: CATO) today reported a net loss of $5.2 million or ($0.28) per diluted share for the third quarter ended November 1, 2025, compared to a net loss of $15.1 million or ($0.79) per diluted share for the third quarter ended November 2, 2024.

While fashion and accessories retailer Cato Corporation has experienced mounting operational challenges in recent years, the company has been showing signs of life as of late. Last week, the company reported strong Q2/FY2025 results with margins and cash generation reaching new multi-year highs. Same store sales increased by an impressive 9%. As July has seen the strongest increase in fashion retail sales year-to-date, Q3 has likely been off to a good start.

CATO delivers strong year-over-year earnings growth in Q2, fueled by higher same-store sales and cost discipline, while cautioning on tariff-related risks ahead.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cato Corporation (NYSE: CATO) today reported net income of $6.8 million or $0.35 per diluted share for the second quarter ended August 2, 2025, compared to net income of $0.1 million or $0.01 per diluted share for the second quarter ended August 3, 2024.