Form 8-K
8-K — BUCKLE INC
Accession: 0000885245-26-000025
Filed: 2026-05-29
Period: 2026-05-29
CIK: 0000885245
SIC: 5651 (RETAIL-FAMILY CLOTHING STORES)
Item: Results of Operations and Financial Condition
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
May 29, 2026
Date of Report (date of earliest event reported)
THE BUCKLE, INC.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
Nebraska 001-12951 47-0366193
(State or other jurisdiction of (Commission (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) File Number) Identification No.)
2407 West 24th Street,
Kearney, Nebraska 68845-4915
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (308) 236-8491
__________________________________________________________
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year if changed since last report)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
o Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
o Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
o Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
o Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Each Class Trading Symbol(s) Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value BKE New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company o
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o
ITEM 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition
On May 29, 2026, The Buckle, Inc. announced financial results for the fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026. The full text of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.
The information shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), as amended, and shall not be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as set forth by specific reference in such filing.
ITEM 9.01(d). Exhibits
Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Dated May 29, 2026
Exhibit 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
The Buckle, Inc.
Date: May 29, 2026 By: /s/ THOMAS B. HEACOCK
Name: Thomas B. Heacock
Title: Senior Vice President of Finance,
Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit 99.1
Press Release Dated May 29, 2026
Exhibit 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
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Exhibit 99.1
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: May 29, 2026
web: www.buckle.com
Contact: Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
The Buckle, Inc.
(308) 236-8491
THE BUCKLE, INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER NET INCOME
KEARNEY, NE -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026 was $46.9 million, or $0.93 per share ($0.92 per share on a diluted basis).
Net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026 increased 6.1 percent to $288.7 million from net sales of $272.1 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 3, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026 increased 5.1 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 13-week period ended May 3, 2025. Online sales increased 2.8 percent to $47.7 million for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026, compared to net sales of $46.4 million for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended May 3, 2025.
Net income for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $46.9 million, or $0.93 per share ($0.92 per share on a diluted basis), compared with net income of $35.2 million, or $0.70 per share ($0.70 per share on a diluted basis) for the first quarter of fiscal 2025.
As disclosed in the Company’s Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 1, 2026, the Company entered into a final settlement agreement resolving interchange fee litigation and received cash proceeds of $19.1 million, net of legal fees, during the fiscal quarter ended May 2, 2026. The Company recorded the settlement as a reduction to Selling Expenses for the quarter ended May 2, 2026.
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_1biv_wJXRU2zF4J96aDa4Q. 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 444 retail stores in 42 states, which includes the opening of three new stores located in Baraboo, Wisconsin, Gretna, Nebraska, and Buckeye, Arizona, as well as the closing of one store earlier this month (after the fiscal month ended). As of the end of the fiscal quarter, it operated 442 stores in 42 states compared with 439 stores in 42 states at the end of the first 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 Ended
May 2,
2026 May 3,
2025
SALES, Net of returns and allowances $ 288,735 $ 272,121
COST OF SALES (Including buying, distribution, and occupancy costs)
155,259 145,145
Gross profit 133,476 126,976
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Selling 55,216 67,199
General and administrative 18,807 16,231
74,023 83,430
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS 59,453 43,546
OTHER INCOME, Net 2,643 3,067
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES 62,096 46,613
INCOME TAX EXPENSE 15,214 11,420
NET INCOME $ 46,882 $ 35,193
EARNINGS PER SHARE:
Basic $ 0.93 $ 0.70
Diluted $ 0.92 $ 0.70
Basic weighted average shares 50,619 50,199
Diluted weighted average shares 50,996 50,541
THE BUCKLE, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in Thousands Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
ASSETS May 2,
2026 January 31,
2026 (1) May 3,
2025
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 266,164 $ 249,461 $ 268,884
Short-term investments 23,818 24,698 22,883
Receivables 7,281 10,980 7,927
Inventory 150,197 139,504 132,395
Prepaid expenses and other assets 23,510 23,235 23,554
Total current assets 470,970 447,878 455,643
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT 533,205 523,002 518,076
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (364,191) (360,556) (365,986)
169,014 162,446 152,090
OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS 364,826 339,687 330,014
LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS 33,813 32,393 28,275
OTHER ASSETS 10,166 8,875 11,307
Total assets $ 1,048,789 $ 991,279 $ 977,329
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable $ 60,619 $ 47,749 $ 63,015
Accrued employee compensation 18,353 54,960 15,228
Accrued store operating expenses 24,672 20,072 23,494
Gift certificates redeemable 14,798 17,237 14,753
Current portion of operating lease liabilities 85,451 85,877 83,634
Income taxes payable 26,794 10,810 17,605
Total current liabilities 230,687 236,705 217,729
DEFERRED COMPENSATION 33,813 31,994 28,275
NON-CURRENT OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES 325,418 297,937 286,052
Total liabilities 589,918 566,636 532,056
COMMITMENTS
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Common stock, authorized 100,000,000 shares of $.01 par value; issued and outstanding; 51,518,086 shares at May 2, 2026, 51,156,626 shares at January 31, 2026, and 51,157,306 shares at May 3, 2025 515 512 512
Additional paid-in capital 227,372 221,998 209,995
Retained earnings 230,984 202,133 234,766
Total stockholders’ equity 458,871 424,643 445,273
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 1,048,789 $ 991,279 $ 977,329
(1) Derived from audited financial statements.
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