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The Buckle, Inc.
2407 W. 24th St. Kearney, NE 68845
P.O. Box 1480 Kearney, NE 68848-1480
phone: 308-236-8491
fax: 308-236-4493
For Immediate Release: August 21, 2026
web: www.buckle.com


Contact:Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
The Buckle, Inc.
(308) 236-8491

THE BUCKLE, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER NET INCOME

KEARNEY, NE -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2026 was $44.4 million, or $0.88 per share ($0.87 per share on a diluted basis).

Net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2026 increased 4.6 percent to $319.8 million from net sales of $305.7 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal quarter ended August 2, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2026 increased 2.1 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 13-week period ended August 2, 2025. Online sales increased 2.3 percent to $44.6 million for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2026, compared to net sales of $43.6 million for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended August 2, 2025.

Net sales for the 26-week fiscal period ended August 1, 2026 increased 5.3 percent to $608.6 million from net sales of $577.9 million for the prior year 26-week fiscal period ended August 2, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 26-week period ended August 1, 2026 increased 3.5 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 26-week period ended August 2, 2025. Online sales increased 2.5 percent to $92.2 million for the 26-week period ended August 1, 2026, compared to net sales of $90.0 million for the 26-week period ended August 2, 2025.

Net income for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 was $44.4 million, or $0.88 per share ($0.87 per share on a diluted basis), compared with net income of $45.0 million, or $0.90 per share ($0.89 per share on a diluted basis) for the second quarter of fiscal 2025.

Net income for the 26-week fiscal period ended August 1, 2026 was $91.3 million, or $1.80 per share ($1.79 per share on a diluted basis), compared with net income of $80.2 million, or $1.60 per share ($1.59 per share on a diluted basis) for the 26-week period ended August 2, 2025.

Management will hold a live audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. EDT today to discuss results for the quarter. To register for the live event, please visit https://buckle.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RBdzPiI-RaGJ8MZl7H1VRA. A replay of the event can be accessed through Buckle’s investor relations website within twenty-four hours after the conclusion of the live event (https://corporate.buckle.com/investor-relations/events).


About Buckle

Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 447 retail stores in 42 states. As of the end of the fiscal quarter, it operated 446 stores in 42 states compared with 440 stores in 42 states at the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2025.


SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company’s control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. 

Note:  News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc. can be accessed at www.buckle.com.
Financial Tables to Follow 


THE BUCKLE, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Amounts in Thousands Except Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
Thirteen Weeks EndedTwenty-Six Weeks Ended
August 1,
2026		August 2,
2025		August 1,
2026		August 2,
2025
SALES, Net of returns and allowances$319,816 $305,737 $608,551 $577,858 
COST OF SALES (Including buying, distribution, and occupancy costs)
166,795 160,728 322,054 305,873 
Gross profit153,021 145,009 286,497 271,985 
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Selling81,231 73,900 136,447 141,099 
General and administrative15,988 14,768 34,795 30,999 
97,219 88,668 171,242 172,098 
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS55,802 56,341 115,255 99,887 
OTHER INCOME, Net3,019 3,270 5,662 6,337 
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES58,821 59,611 120,917 106,224 
INCOME TAX EXPENSE14,411 14,605 29,625 26,025 
NET INCOME$44,410 $45,006 $91,292 $80,199 
EARNINGS PER SHARE:
Basic$0.88 $0.90 $1.80 $1.60 
Diluted$0.87 $0.89 $1.79 $1.59 
Basic weighted average shares50,619 50,199 50,619 50,199 
Diluted weighted average shares51,007 50,627 51,001 50,584 





THE BUCKLE, INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in Thousands Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
ASSETSAugust 1,
2026		January 31,
2026 (1)		August 2,
2025
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents$264,778 $249,461 $297,811 
Short-term investments22,402 24,698 22,118 
Receivables9,936 10,980 7,704 
Inventory161,403 139,504 142,486 
Prepaid expenses and other assets23,727 23,235 23,183 
Total current assets482,246 447,878 493,302 
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT558,982 523,002 527,716 
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization(367,241)(360,556)(368,933)
191,741 162,446 158,783 
OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS373,937 339,687 334,703 
LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS35,729 32,393 29,630 
OTHER ASSETS11,054 8,875 12,214 
Total assets$1,094,707 $991,279 $1,028,632 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable$73,198 $47,749 $72,630 
Accrued employee compensation33,010 54,960 30,030 
Accrued store operating expenses29,957 20,072 28,087 
Gift certificates redeemable13,512 17,237 13,582 
Current portion of operating lease liabilities81,814 85,877 82,489 
Income taxes payable— 10,810 2,736 
Total current liabilities231,491 236,705 229,554 
DEFERRED COMPENSATION34,697 31,994 29,630 
NON-CURRENT OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES339,567 297,937 293,293 
Total liabilities605,755 566,636 552,477 
COMMITMENTS
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Common stock, authorized 100,000,000 shares of $.01 par value; issued and outstanding; 51,515,996 shares at August 1, 2026, 51,156,626 shares at January 31, 2026, and 51,156,626 shares at August 2, 2025515 512 512 
Additional paid-in capital231,074 221,998 213,775 
Retained earnings257,363 202,133 261,868 
Total stockholders’ equity488,952 424,643 476,155 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$1,094,707 $991,279 $1,028,632 
(1) Derived from audited financial statements.