The Cato Corporation
CATO
Rank in Stocks
#23278
The Cato Corporation, encompassing its subsidiary entities, operates as a... 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.
Share Price
$2.27
Last synced: 2026-11-11
Market Cap
$43.47M
Change (1 day)
-0.87%
Change (1 year)
-35.14%
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Category
Consumer Cyclical
EPS for The Cato Corporation (CATO)
EPS as of August 2026 TTM: $-0.30
According to The Cato Corporation's latest financial reports, its current EPS (TTM) is $-0.30. At the end of 2025 the company had an EPS of $-0.97, an increase over its 2024 EPS of $-1.17.
EPS history for The Cato Corporation from 2001 to 2026
EPS at the end of each year
| Year | EPS | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | $-0.30 | -69.07% |
| 2025 | $-0.97 | -17.09% |
| 2024 | $-1.17 | -78,100.00% |
| 2023 | 0.00 | -99.91% |
| 2022 | $1.65 | -178.20% |
| 2021 | $-2.11 | -244.52% |
| 2020 | $1.46 | 14.96% |
| 2019 | $1.27 | 273.53% |
| 2018 | $0.34 | -80.23% |
| 2017 | $1.72 | -28.03% |
| 2016 | $2.39 | 11.16% |
| 2015 | $2.15 | 15.59% |
| 2014 | $1.86 | -11.85% |
| 2013 | $2.11 | -4.52% |
| 2012 | $2.21 | 10.50% |
| 2011 | $2.00 | 29.03% |
| 2010 | $1.55 | 35.96% |
| 2009 | $1.14 | 10.68% |
| 2008 | $1.03 | -37.20% |
| 2007 | $1.64 | 13.89% |
| 2006 | $1.44 | 27.43% |
| 2005 | $1.13 | 26.97% |
| 2004 | $0.89 | -25.21% |
| 2003 | $1.19 | 4.39% |
| 2002 | $1.14 | 9.62% |
| 2001 | $1.04 | 0.00% |
EPS for similar companies or competitors
| Company | EPS | EPS Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2.30 | -865.73% |
ES
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| $11.20 | -3,832.37% |
JP
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| $5.41 | -1,903.33% |
US
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| $8.33 | -2,876.67% |
US
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| $10.66 | -3,652.47% |
GB
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Questions about The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS)
What is The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS)?
The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) over the last twelve months is $-0.30, as of Aug 2026.
What was The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) in 2025?
In 2025, The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) was $-0.97, compared with $-1.17 in 2024.
How has The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) was highest in 2022 ($1.65) and lowest in 2021 ($-2.11).
How does The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) compare with similar companies?
The Cato Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) ($-0.30) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., with $11.20.