Buckle Inc (BKE) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Buckle Inc (BKE) has net assets worth $424.64 Million USD as of January 2026. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($991.28 Million) and total liabilities ($566.64 Million). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Explore how efficiently does Buckle Inc generate cash to assess how effectively this company generates cash.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $424.64 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 42.84% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 9.47% |
| 5-Year Change | 35.7% |
| 10-Year Change | -1.37% |
| Growth Volatility | 19.96 |
Buckle Inc - Net Assets Trend (1992–2026)
This chart illustrates how Buckle Inc's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore Buckle Inc long-term investment intensity to see how much of total assets are deployed in long-term investments.
Annual Net Assets for Buckle Inc (1992–2026)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Buckle Inc from 1992 to 2026. For live valuation and market cap data, see Buckle Inc market cap and net worth.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | $424.64 Million | +0.20% |
| 2025-01-31 | $423.80 Million | +2.56% |
| 2024-01-31 | $413.22 Million | +9.81% |
| 2023-01-31 | $376.31 Million | +20.26% |
| 2022-01-31 | $312.92 Million | -21.10% |
| 2021-01-31 | $396.63 Million | +1.92% |
| 2020-01-31 | $389.15 Million | -1.20% |
| 2019-01-31 | $393.88 Million | +0.67% |
| 2018-01-31 | $391.25 Million | -9.13% |
| 2017-01-31 | $430.54 Million | +4.34% |
| 2016-01-31 | $412.64 Million | +16.15% |
| 2015-01-31 | $355.28 Million | -1.84% |
| 2014-01-31 | $361.93 Million | +24.95% |
| 2013-01-31 | $289.65 Million | -20.24% |
| 2012-01-31 | $363.15 Million | +5.06% |
| 2011-01-31 | $345.67 Million | -2.43% |
| 2010-01-31 | $354.26 Million | +5.05% |
| 2009-01-31 | $337.22 Million | -0.32% |
| 2008-01-31 | $338.32 Million | +18.05% |
| 2007-01-31 | $286.59 Million | -4.41% |
| 2006-01-31 | $299.79 Million | -9.95% |
| 2005-01-31 | $332.93 Million | +11.89% |
| 2004-01-31 | $297.56 Million | +12.42% |
| 2003-01-31 | $264.67 Million | +13.25% |
| 2002-01-31 | $233.70 Million | +20.42% |
| 2001-01-31 | $194.07 Million | +18.87% |
| 2000-01-31 | $163.26 Million | +11.75% |
| 1999-01-31 | $146.10 Million | +35.40% |
| 1998-01-31 | $107.90 Million | +38.33% |
| 1997-01-31 | $78.00 Million | +26.62% |
| 1996-01-31 | $61.60 Million | +18.92% |
| 1995-01-31 | $51.80 Million | +16.14% |
| 1994-01-31 | $44.60 Million | +16.45% |
| 1993-01-31 | $38.30 Million | +95.41% |
| 1992-01-31 | $19.60 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Buckle Inc's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 947.3% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (January 2026)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $202.13 Million | 47.60% |
| Common Stock | $512.00K | 0.12% |
| Other Components | $222.00 Million | 52.28% |
| Total Equity | $424.64 Million | 100.00% |
Buckle Inc Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Buckle Inc ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Risen Energy
SHE:300118
|
$2.56 Billion |
|
Kitron ASA
OL:KIT
|
$2.57 Billion |
|
Hufvudstaden AB (publ)
ST:HUFV-A
|
$2.57 Billion |
|
Hunan Changyuan Lico Co Ltd
SHG:688779
|
$2.57 Billion |
|
Ichor Holdings Ltd
NASDAQ:ICHR
|
$2.56 Billion |
|
West African Resources Ltd
AU:WAF
|
$2.56 Billion |
|
Sinocelltech Group Ltd
SHG:688520
|
$2.56 Billion |
|
China Resources Double-Crane Pharmaceutical Co Ltd
SHG:600062
|
$2.56 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Buckle Inc's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2025 to 2026, total equity changed from 423,804,000 to 424,643,000, a change of 839,000 (0.2%).
- Net income of 209,744,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 225,090,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other factors increased equity by 16,185,000.
Equity Change Factors (2025 to 2026)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $209.74 Million | +49.39% |
| Dividends Paid | $225.09 Million | -53.01% |
| Other Changes | $16.18 Million | +3.81% |
| Total Change | $- | 0.20% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Buckle Inc's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 5.94x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 107.60x to 5.94x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-01-31 | $0.46 | $49.76 | x |
| 1993-01-31 | $0.82 | $49.76 | x |
| 1994-01-31 | $0.94 | $49.76 | x |
| 1995-01-31 | $1.11 | $49.76 | x |
| 1996-01-31 | $1.31 | $49.76 | x |
| 1997-01-31 | $1.61 | $49.76 | x |
| 1998-01-31 | $2.16 | $49.76 | x |
| 1999-01-31 | $2.81 | $49.76 | x |
| 2000-01-31 | $3.50 | $49.76 | x |
| 2001-01-31 | $4.20 | $49.76 | x |
| 2002-01-31 | $4.83 | $49.76 | x |
| 2003-01-31 | $5.40 | $49.76 | x |
| 2004-01-31 | $6.13 | $49.76 | x |
| 2005-01-31 | $6.65 | $49.76 | x |
| 2006-01-31 | $6.52 | $49.76 | x |
| 2007-01-31 | $6.37 | $49.76 | x |
| 2008-01-31 | $7.31 | $49.76 | x |
| 2009-01-31 | $7.24 | $49.76 | x |
| 2010-01-31 | $7.59 | $49.76 | x |
| 2011-01-31 | $7.35 | $49.76 | x |
| 2012-01-31 | $7.67 | $49.76 | x |
| 2013-01-31 | $6.07 | $49.76 | x |
| 2014-01-31 | $7.54 | $49.76 | x |
| 2015-01-31 | $7.39 | $49.76 | x |
| 2016-01-31 | $8.56 | $49.76 | x |
| 2017-01-31 | $8.92 | $49.76 | x |
| 2018-01-31 | $8.09 | $49.76 | x |
| 2019-01-31 | $8.10 | $49.76 | x |
| 2020-01-31 | $7.97 | $49.76 | x |
| 2021-01-31 | $8.09 | $49.76 | x |
| 2022-01-31 | $6.34 | $49.76 | x |
| 2023-01-31 | $7.58 | $49.76 | x |
| 2024-01-31 | $8.27 | $49.76 | x |
| 2025-01-31 | $8.42 | $49.76 | x |
| 2026-01-31 | $8.38 | $49.76 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Buckle Inc utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 49.39%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 16.16%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.31x
- • Equity Multiplier: 2.33x
- Recent ROE (49.39%) is above the historical average (30.38%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 25.00% | 5.65% | 2.94x | 1.51x | $2.94 Million |
| 1993 | 20.63% | 7.00% | 2.31x | 1.27x | $4.07 Million |
| 1994 | 16.14% | 5.56% | 2.38x | 1.22x | $2.74 Million |
| 1995 | 14.86% | 5.31% | 2.23x | 1.26x | $2.52 Million |
| 1996 | 15.91% | 5.69% | 2.11x | 1.33x | $3.64 Million |
| 1997 | 17.44% | 6.59% | 2.02x | 1.31x | $5.80 Million |
| 1998 | 21.59% | 8.70% | 1.85x | 1.34x | $12.51 Million |
| 1999 | 23.27% | 10.06% | 1.82x | 1.27x | $19.39 Million |
| 2000 | 22.90% | 9.96% | 1.89x | 1.22x | $21.06 Million |
| 2001 | 17.79% | 8.78% | 1.71x | 1.19x | $15.12 Million |
| 2002 | 14.06% | 8.48% | 1.46x | 1.13x | $9.49 Million |
| 2003 | 12.11% | 7.99% | 1.34x | 1.13x | $5.60 Million |
| 2004 | 11.34% | 7.98% | 1.25x | 1.14x | $3.99 Million |
| 2005 | 12.98% | 9.18% | 1.16x | 1.22x | $9.94 Million |
| 2006 | 17.31% | 10.36% | 1.34x | 1.25x | $21.93 Million |
| 2007 | 19.44% | 10.51% | 1.44x | 1.28x | $27.07 Million |
| 2008 | 22.24% | 12.14% | 1.38x | 1.33x | $41.41 Million |
| 2009 | 30.96% | 13.18% | 1.70x | 1.38x | $70.69 Million |
| 2010 | 35.94% | 14.17% | 1.84x | 1.38x | $91.88 Million |
| 2011 | 38.96% | 14.18% | 1.92x | 1.43x | $100.12 Million |
| 2012 | 41.71% | 14.25% | 2.00x | 1.46x | $115.14 Million |
| 2013 | 56.73% | 14.62% | 2.35x | 1.65x | $135.34 Million |
| 2014 | 44.92% | 14.41% | 2.06x | 1.51x | $126.39 Million |
| 2015 | 45.76% | 14.10% | 2.12x | 1.53x | $127.04 Million |
| 2016 | 35.69% | 13.15% | 1.95x | 1.39x | $106.02 Million |
| 2017 | 22.75% | 10.05% | 1.68x | 1.35x | $54.91 Million |
| 2018 | 22.93% | 9.82% | 1.70x | 1.38x | $50.58 Million |
| 2019 | 24.27% | 10.80% | 1.68x | 1.34x | $56.22 Million |
| 2020 | 26.84% | 11.60% | 1.04x | 2.23x | $65.51 Million |
| 2021 | 32.81% | 14.44% | 1.07x | 2.13x | $90.48 Million |
| 2022 | 81.43% | 19.68% | 1.66x | 2.50x | $223.53 Million |
| 2023 | 67.66% | 18.93% | 1.61x | 2.23x | $216.99 Million |
| 2024 | 53.22% | 17.44% | 1.42x | 2.15x | $178.60 Million |
| 2025 | 46.12% | 16.05% | 1.33x | 2.15x | $153.09 Million |
| 2026 | 49.39% | 16.16% | 1.31x | 2.33x | $167.28 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Buckle Inc's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Apparel Retail industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Apparel Retail
- Average net assets among peers: $478,974,778
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: -7.15%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckle Inc (BKE) | $424.64 Million | 25.00% | 1.33x | $2.56 Billion |
| American Eagle Outfitters Inc (AEO) | $1.16 Billion | 25.46% | 0.39x | $2.59 Billion |
| AKA Brands Holding Corp (AKA) | $117.63 Million | -22.09% | 2.27x | $104.08 Million |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Company (ANF) | $1.62 Billion | 29.39% | 0.59x | $3.50 Billion |
| Allbirds Inc (BIRD) | $101.69 Million | -91.77% | 0.86x | $22.40 Million |
| Boot Barn Holdings Inc (BOOT) | $161.49 Million | 6.11% | 2.34x | $4.66 Billion |
| BrilliA Inc (BRIA) | $18.07 Million | 15.58% | 0.57x | $40.75 Million |
| Burlington Stores Inc (BURL) | $464.75 Million | -46.58% | 13.59x | $18.67 Billion |
| Caleres Inc (CAL) | $425.90 Million | 6.45% | 1.75x | $406.91 Million |
| Cato Corporation (CATO) | $247.37 Million | 13.07% | 0.70x | $55.34 Million |
About Buckle Inc
The Buckle, Inc. operates as a retailer of casual apparel, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and kids under the Buckle and Buckle Youth brands in the United States. The company markets a selection of brand name casual apparel, including denims, other casual bottoms, tops, sportswear, outerwear, accessories, and footwear, as well as private label merchandise comprising the BKE, Buckle Blac… Read more