Cato Corporation (NYSE:CATO) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: Cato Corporation (CATO)
Cato Corporation (NYSE:CATO) has a market capitalization of $45.55 Million ($45.55 Million) as of September 20, 2026. Listed on the NYSE stock exchange, this USA-based company holds position #22331 globally and #4951 in its home market, demonstrating a 3.72% increase in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying Cato Corporation's stock price $2.51 by its total outstanding shares 18148297 (18.15 Million). Also see how large is Cato Corporation's balance sheet for a full breakdown of the balance sheet.
Cato Corporation Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
Cato Corporation's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows change from $375.27 Million to $45.55 Million (-17.60% CAGR). Also see CATO cash flow conversion for how efficiently the company converts equity into cash flow.
Cato Corporation Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how Cato Corporation's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance. Check Cato Corporation stock quote for real-time trading data and today's change.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
0.07x
Cato Corporation's market cap is 0.07 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
N/A
P/E ratio not applicable due to negative or zero earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $181.83 Million | $956.57 Million | $46.26 Million | 0.19x | 3.93x |
| 2018 | $176.39 Million | $849.98 Million | $8.37 Million | 0.21x | 21.08x |
| 2019 | $234.55 Million | $829.66 Million | $29.60 Million | 0.28x | 7.92x |
| 2020 | $132.45 Million | $825.34 Million | $34.62 Million | 0.16x | 3.83x |
| 2021 | $243.73 Million | $575.11 Million | -$45.39 Million | 0.42x | N/A |
| 2022 | $140.89 Million | $769.27 Million | $34.91 Million | 0.18x | 4.04x |
| 2023 | $117.64 Million | $759.26 Million | $41.00K | 0.15x | 2869.16x |
| 2024 | $70.78 Million | $708.06 Million | -$22.59 Million | 0.10x | N/A |
| 2025 | $56.08 Million | $649.81 Million | -$18.61 Million | 0.09x | N/A |
| 2026 | $45.55 Million | $653.81 Million | -$5.91 Million | 0.07x | N/A |
Competitor Companies of CATO by Market Capitalization
Companies near Cato Corporation in the global market cap rankings as of September 20, 2026. Review CATO intangible-adjusted equity ratio to assess the quality of the company's equity after excluding intangible assets.
Key companies related to Cato Corporation by market ranking:
- IND.D.D.TEXT.UNSP.ADR 1/2 (F:IXD2): Ranked #116 globally with a market cap of $183.19 Billion USD ( €156.70 Billion EUR).
- Industria de Diseno Textil SA (MC:ITX): Ranked #146 globally with a market cap of $164.36 Billion USD ( €140.58 Billion EUR).
- The TJX Companies Inc (NYSE:TJX): Ranked #171 globally with a market cap of $140.56 Billion USD.
- FAST RETAIL.CO.SP.HDR 1 (F:FR7H): Ranked #200 globally with a market cap of $124.12 Billion USD ( €106.17 Billion EUR).
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #116 | IND.D.D.TEXT.UNSP.ADR 1/2 | F:IXD2 | $183.19 Billion | €12.90 |
| #146 | Industria de Diseno Textil SA | MC:ITX | $164.36 Billion | €51.74 |
| #171 | The TJX Companies Inc | NYSE:TJX | $140.56 Billion | $127.24 |
| #200 | FAST RETAIL.CO.SP.HDR 1 | F:FR7H | $124.12 Billion | €3.46 |
Cato Corporation Historical Marketcap From 2015 to 2026
Between 2015 and today, Cato Corporation's market cap moved from $375.27 Million to $ 45.55 Million, with a yearly change of -17.60%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $45.55 Million | -18.77% |
| 2025 | $56.08 Million | -20.77% |
| 2024 | $70.78 Million | -39.83% |
| 2023 | $117.64 Million | -16.50% |
| 2022 | $140.89 Million | -42.20% |
| 2021 | $243.73 Million | +84.02% |
| 2020 | $132.45 Million | -43.53% |
| 2019 | $234.55 Million | +32.97% |
| 2018 | $176.39 Million | -2.99% |
| 2017 | $181.83 Million | -42.89% |
| 2016 | $318.39 Million | -15.16% |
| 2015 | $375.27 Million | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On Sep 19th, 2026 the market cap of Cato Corporation was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $45.55 Million USD |
| MoneyControl | $45.55 Million USD |
| MarketWatch | $45.55 Million USD |
| marketcap.company | $45.55 Million USD |
| Reuters | $45.55 Million USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
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