Cato Corporation Asset Resilience Ratio
Cato Corporation asset resilience ratio. Cato Corporation (CATO) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 13.85% as of July 2026. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. See Cato Corporation defensive liquidity buffer to measure how many days the company can operate on defensive assets alone.
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Resilience Assessment
Asset Resilience Ratio of Cato Corporation (1995–2026)
Asset resilience ratio of Cato Corporation from 1995 to 2026. This chart shows how Cato Corporation's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. Read Cato Corporation (CATO) total liabilities for a breakdown of total debt and financial obligations.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down Cato Corporation's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For the complete balance sheet picture, see how large is Cato Corporation's balance sheet.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $0.00 | 0% |
| Short-term Investments | $58.65 Million | 13.85% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $58.65 Million | 13.85% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Moderate Liquidity: Cato Corporation has 13.85% of assets in liquid form.
- While adequate for normal operations, this level may limit flexibility during economic stress.
- The company has significant short-term investments, indicating active treasury management.
Cato Corporation Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare Cato Corporation's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
Reitmans (Canada) Limited
V:RET-A |
Apparel Retail | 0.00% |
|
Castro
TA:CAST |
Apparel Retail | 3.49% |
|
Step One Clothing Ltd
AU:STP |
Apparel Retail | 15.09% |
|
Premier Investments Ltd
AU:PMV |
Apparel Retail | 0.85% |
|
Universal Store Holdings Ltd
AU:UNI |
Apparel Retail | 5.98% |
|
Accent Group Ltd
AU:AX1 |
Apparel Retail | 7.37% |
|
City Chic Collective Ltd
AU:CCX |
Apparel Retail | 14.66% |
|
Marisa Lojas S.A
SA:AMAR3 |
Apparel Retail | 2.45% |
Cato Corporation Asset Resilience Ratio by Year (1995–2026)
Cato Corporation asset resilience ratio by year from 1995 to 2026. The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Cato Corporation.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 13.49% | $56.86 Million | $421.42 Million | +0.80pp |
| 2025-01-31 | 12.69% | $57.42 Million | $452.36 Million | -3.54pp |
| 2024-01-31 | 16.23% | $79.01 Million | $486.82 Million | -3.41pp |
| 2023-01-31 | 19.64% | $108.65 Million | $553.14 Million | -3.39pp |
| 2022-01-31 | 23.04% | $146.00 Million | $633.77 Million | +1.66pp |
| 2021-01-31 | 21.37% | $126.42 Million | $591.45 Million | -7.88pp |
| 2020-01-31 | 29.25% | $200.39 Million | $684.98 Million | -7.36pp |
| 2019-01-31 | 36.61% | $182.71 Million | $499.01 Million | +13.59pp |
| 2018-01-31 | 23.03% | $118.84 Million | $516.08 Million | -10.16pp |
| 2017-01-31 | 33.19% | $201.23 Million | $606.32 Million | -0.36pp |
| 2016-01-31 | 33.55% | $215.50 Million | $642.34 Million | +6.89pp |
| 2015-01-31 | 26.66% | $162.19 Million | $608.28 Million | -0.33pp |
| 2014-01-31 | 26.99% | $161.13 Million | $596.92 Million | -2.59pp |
| 2013-01-31 | 29.58% | $157.58 Million | $532.65 Million | -7.75pp |
| 2012-01-31 | 37.34% | $205.77 Million | $551.09 Million | +2.60pp |
| 2011-01-31 | 34.74% | $181.40 Million | $522.09 Million | +3.98pp |
| 2010-01-31 | 30.76% | $147.96 Million | $480.99 Million | +7.21pp |
| 2009-01-31 | 23.55% | $102.54 Million | $435.35 Million | +1.45pp |
| 2008-01-31 | 22.10% | $93.00 Million | $420.79 Million | -0.73pp |
| 2007-01-31 | 22.83% | $98.71 Million | $432.32 Million | +1.66pp |
| 2006-01-31 | 21.17% | $86.08 Million | $406.64 Million | -1.31pp |
| 2005-01-31 | 22.48% | $88.59 Million | $394.13 Million | +8.95pp |
| 2004-01-31 | 13.52% | $47.55 Million | $351.57 Million | -6.00pp |
| 2003-01-31 | 19.53% | $74.87 Million | $383.41 Million | +6.60pp |
| 2002-01-31 | 12.93% | $42.92 Million | $332.04 Million | -5.71pp |
| 2001-01-31 | 18.64% | $57.91 Million | $310.74 Million | -1.27pp |
| 2000-01-31 | 19.90% | $56.89 Million | $285.79 Million | +3.62pp |
| 1999-01-31 | 16.29% | $42.10 Million | $258.50 Million | +0.93pp |
| 1997-01-31 | 15.35% | $33.50 Million | $218.20 Million | +5.01pp |
| 1996-01-31 | 10.34% | $21.70 Million | $209.90 Million | -0.74pp |
| 1995-01-31 | 11.08% | $22.30 Million | $201.30 Million | -- |
About Cato Corporation
The Cato Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a specialty retailer of fashion apparel and accessories primarily in the southeastern United States. It operates through two segments, Retail and Credit. The company's stores and e-commerce websites offer a range of apparel and accessories, including dressy, career, and casual sportswear; and dresses, coats, shoes, lingerie, costum… Read more