Shoe Station Group Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
Shoe Station Group's CEO is Cliff Sifford, appointed in Feb 2026, has a tenure of less than a year. total yearly compensation is $337.95K, comprised of 54.9% salary and 45.1% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 1.1% of the company’s shares, worth $5.23M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.3 years and 12.2 years respectively.
Key information
Cliff Sifford
Chief executive officer
US$337.9k
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 54.89% |
| CEO tenure | less than a year |
| CEO ownership | 1.1% |
| Management average tenure | 3.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 12.2yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Analysis Article • 17h
There May Be Some Bright Spots In Shoe Carnival's (NASDAQ:SCVL) Earnings
Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:SCVL ) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the stock...Seeking Alpha • May 22
Shoe Carnival Gets To Single-Digit P/E Ex-Cash, But Is A Falling Knife
Summary Shoe Carnival reported declining sales and margins in 1Q26, prompting a strategic pivot toward more promotional activity and lower price points. SCVL is pausing its premium rebanner strategy, closing stores, and focusing on value, but near-term profitability is expected to remain challenged. Management maintained FY26 guidance, but EPS and margins are projected below last year, with visible benefits not expected until 2H26. At 7.5x–8.5x ex-cash earnings, SCVL appears fairly valued given consumer headwinds and strategic uncertainty; I maintain a hold rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Feb 23
SCVL: Index Removals Will Pressure Overvalued Shares Despite New Buyback
Analysts have kept Shoe Carnival's fair value estimate steady at $19.00, with only small tweaks to inputs such as the discount rate and future P/E assumptions shaping this price target update. What's in the News Shoe Carnival, Inc.Narrative Update • Feb 09
SCVL: Index Removals And Buybacks Will Guide A Steady Valuation Outlook
Analysts have maintained their Shoe Carnival fair value estimate at $19.00. The slight adjustment in the discount rate and future P/E reflects updated views on the company’s risk profile and expected earnings multiple, rather than a change in the headline price target.Analysis Article • Feb 05
Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:SCVL) Shares Lagging The Market But So Is The Business
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 9.7x Shoe Carnival, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SCVL ) may be sending very bullish...Narrative Update • Jan 25
SCVL: Index Removals And Buybacks Will Shape A Steady Forward Outlook
Analysts kept their fair value estimate for Shoe Carnival steady at US$19.00. They pointed to only slight tweaks in discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions that did not materially change their price target view.Narrative Update • Jan 10
SCVL: Index Removals And Buyback Plan Will Frame A Steady Outlook
Analysts kept their fair value estimate for Shoe Carnival steady at $19.00, with only slight adjustments to inputs such as the discount rate and assumed future P/E that reflect fine tuning rather than a shift in their core view. What's in the News Shoe Carnival was removed from several S&P benchmarks, including the S&P 600, S&P 600 Consumer Discretionary sector, S&P 1000, and S&P Composite 1500 indices.Narrative Update • Dec 20
SCVL: Share Repurchases And Guidance Will Support Fairly Valued Outlook
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Shoe Carnival to approximately $19.00, citing slightly higher discount rate and future earnings multiple assumptions while keeping revenue growth and profit margin expectations effectively unchanged. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase plan allowing Shoe Carnival to buy back up to $50 million of its stock, funded from cash on hand, with the program running through December 31, 2026 (share repurchase announcement).Narrative Update • Dec 06
SCVL: Value Positioning Will Support Guidance Amid Rebanner Progress And Earnings Reset
Analysts have nudged their price target on Shoe Carnival slightly higher to approximately $19.00 per share, reflecting modestly lower discount rate assumptions while maintaining broadly unchanged expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future valuation multiples. What's in the News Shoe Carnival reaffirmed its Fiscal 2025 net sales outlook while raising the lower end of its EPS guidance to a range of $1.80 to $2.10, reflecting stronger third quarter results and faster progress on store rebanners (Corporate guidance, raised).Narrative Update • Nov 21
SCVL: Value-Focused Positioning Will Appeal To Budget-Conscious Shoppers Ahead
Narrative Update: Shoe Carnival Analyst Price Target Analysts have lowered Shoe Carnival’s fair value estimate from $22.00 to $19.00, citing weaker-than-expected back-to-school sales and a more cautious outlook on the company’s growth and profitability metrics. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts note that the company’s value-driven positioning could appeal to budget-conscious consumers, especially in uncertain economic conditions.Analysis Article • Sep 08
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCVL) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 26%
Shoe Carnival, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SCVL ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 26% share price jump in the...Analysis Article • Sep 05
Is There An Opportunity With Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:SCVL) 25% Undervaluation?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Shoe Carnival fair value estimate is US$34.46 Shoe Carnival is...Narrative Update • Aug 27
Rebanner Expansion Will Attract Premium Shoppers Yet Will Face Uncertainties
The downward revision in Shoe Carnival's price target reflects weaker fundamentals, notably a decline in both expected revenue growth and net profit margin, resulting in a new fair value estimate of $21.00. What's in the News No shares repurchased under the buyback program announced on December 12, 2024.Analysis Article • Jul 07
Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:SCVL) Share Price Is Matching Sentiment Around Its Earnings
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Mar 27
Shoe Carnival's (NASDAQ:SCVL) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.15
Shoe Carnival, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SCVL ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable...Seeking Alpha • Mar 21
I Still Like Growth Prospects At Shoe Carnival, But Have A Hold For Now
Summary Shoe Carnival remains debt-free with plans for organic and acquired growth, but I have downgraded my rating from Buy to Hold pending evidence of growth strategy success. Despite modestly better fiscal 2024 results, the share price has fallen, and the company faces negative EPS revisions and declining growth compared to peers. The rebranding to Shoe Station aims to improve margins, supported by a strong balance sheet, growing dividends, and share repurchases. While the stock's valuation may not appeal to all investors, its potential for growth makes it a possibility among growth investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 11
Here's What To Make Of Shoe Carnival's (NASDAQ:SCVL) Decelerating Rates Of Return
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Feb 19
Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:SCVL) Low P/E No Reason For Excitement
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 8.5x Shoe Carnival, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SCVL ) may be sending very bullish...Analysis Article • Jan 02
At US$33.08, Is It Time To Put Shoe Carnival, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCVL) On Your Watch List?
Shoe Carnival, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SCVL ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Nov 24
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCVL) Just Reported Third-Quarter Earnings: Have Analysts Changed Their Mind On The Stock?
Last week, you might have seen that Shoe Carnival, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SCVL ) released its third-quarter result to the...Analysis Article • Nov 22
Shoe Carnival (NASDAQ:SCVL) Has Some Way To Go To Become A Multi-Bagger
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Analysis Article • Nov 07
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCVL) Shares Could Be 27% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Shoe Carnival fair value estimate is US$51.87 Shoe Carnival is...Analysis Article • Sep 21
Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:SCVL) Earnings Are Not Doing Enough For Some Investors
Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:SCVL ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 16x might make it look like a buy right now...
New Narrative • Sep 15
Rogan's Acquisition And Digital Marketing Propel Record Sales And Market Expansion
Acquisition and integration strategies, including digital marketing shifts, are significantly enhancing revenue, market share, and operational efficiency.Seeking Alpha • Sep 12
Shoe Carnival Expects A Positive H2 2024, But The Stock Is Too Pricey
Summary Shoe Carnival's 2Q24 results showed a 13% sales increase, driven by acquisitions and calendar shifts, with comparable sales down 2.1% but improving sequentially. Margins improved due to higher sales, but are expected to decrease in 2H24 due to marketing expenses and calendar shifts. Management's positive guidance for 2H24 includes comparable sales up to 5%, driven by digital marketing and store conversions, but I maintain a Hold rating. Despite strong management and no debt, SCVL's 10.5% yield is low for a footwear retailer, especially heading into a potential recession. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Aug 13
The Returns At Shoe Carnival (NASDAQ:SCVL) Aren't Growing
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. One common approach is to try and...Seeking Alpha • Aug 02
Enhancing Customer Experience - Shoe Carnival's 'Fit Finder' And Its Potential For Growth
Summary Strategic Positioning: Shoe Carnival is leveraging strategic acquisitions and a digital-first marketing approach, including innovative features like the "Fit Finder," to navigate a complex retail landscape and improve the customer experience. Financial Performance: The company saw a 6.8% revenue increase in Q1 2024, driven by the acquisition of Rogan's Shoes and improvements in its e-commerce platform, despite rising SG&A expenses. SCVL's cautious expansion is expected to achieve 3.63% revenue growth, with profit growth at 0% to 2% due to integration and marketing costs. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 02 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$37m |
| Jan 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$52m |
| Nov 01 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$58m |
| Aug 02 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$62m |
| May 03 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$66m |
| Feb 01 2025 | US$338k | US$185k | US$74m |
| Nov 02 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$75m |
| Aug 03 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$77m |
| May 04 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$74m |
| Feb 03 2024 | US$361k | US$185k | US$73m |
| Oct 28 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$79m |
| Jul 29 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$90m |
| Apr 29 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$100m |
| Jan 28 2023 | US$344k | US$185k | US$110m |
| Oct 29 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$109m |
| Jul 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$123m |
| Apr 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$139m |
| Jan 29 2022 | US$2m | US$579k | US$155m |
| Oct 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$142m |
| Jul 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$110m |
| May 01 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$75m |
| Jan 30 2021 | US$2m | US$702k | US$16m |
| Oct 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$12m |
| Aug 01 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$11m |
| May 02 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$13m |
| Feb 01 2020 | US$2m | US$716k | US$43m |
Compensation vs Market: Cliff's total compensation ($USD337.95K) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD2.59M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Cliff's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Cliff Sifford (72 yo)
less than a year
Tenure
US$337,948
Compensation
Mr. Clifton E. Sifford, also known as Cliff, serves as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer at Shoe Carnival, Inc. since February 24, 2026. He is the Vice Chairman of Shoe Carnival, Inc. since Sep...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Chairman of the Board | 38.3yrs | US$400.02k | 31.36% $ 148.4m | |
| CFO & Executive VP | less than a year | US$935.20k | 0.79% $ 3.8m | |
| Senior EVP & COO | 3.3yrs | US$1.95m | 0.11% $ 539.3k | |
| Executive VP & Chief Merchandising Officer | 5.4yrs | US$1.27m | 0.014% $ 68.4k | |
| Senior VP | 2.8yrs | US$1.09m | 0.049% $ 231.4k | |
| Interim President | less than a year | US$337.95k | 1.1% $ 5.2m | |
| Senior VP & Chief Information Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP & General Counsel | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Marketing | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Supply Chain | 4.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Human Resources | 5.4yrs | no data | no data |
3.3yrs
Average Tenure
61yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: SCVL's management team is considered experienced (3.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Chairman of the Board | 38.3yrs | US$400.02k | 31.36% $ 148.4m | |
| Interim President | 13.7yrs | US$337.95k | 1.1% $ 5.2m | |
| Independent Director | 14.3yrs | US$214.11k | 0.097% $ 458.3k | |
| Independent Lead Director | 8.8yrs | US$229.11k | 0.17% $ 797.9k | |
| Independent Director | 4.8yrs | US$204.11k | 0.077% $ 366.0k | |
| Independent Director | 10.8yrs | US$211.61k | 0.11% $ 530.1k |
12.2yrs
Average Tenure
75.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: SCVL's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 12.2 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/12 02:30 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/12 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/05/02 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Shoe Station Group Inc. is covered by 11 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Mitchel Kummetz | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Randal Konik | Jefferies LLC |
| David Mann | Johnson Rice & Company, L.L.C. |