Caleres Balance Sheet Health
Financial Health criteria checks 4/6
Caleres has a total shareholder equity of $609.0M and total debt of $296.5M, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 48.7%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $2.0B and $1.4B respectively. Caleres's EBIT is $45.5M making its interest coverage ratio 2.5. It has cash and short-term investments of $29.8M.
Key information
48.69%
Debt to equity ratio
US$296.50m
Debt
| Interest coverage ratio | 2.5x |
| Cash | US$29.77m |
| Equity | US$608.96m |
| Total liabilities | US$1.36b |
| Total assets | US$1.97b |
Recent financial health updates
Analysis Article • Feb 12
Here's Why Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Is Weighed Down By Its Debt Load
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • Nov 01
Is Caleres (NYSE:CAL) A Risky Investment?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...Analysis Article • May 13
Is Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Using Too Much Debt?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Dec 05
Does Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 30
Caleres Is Taking A Step In The Right Direction (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Caleres is upgraded from ‘sell’ to ‘hold’ as recent quarters showed stronger financial performance, though sustained improvement is still required. CAL’s Stuart Weitzman acquisition drove revenue growth, but profitability remains pressured, with adjusted net loss partly attributable to the new brand. Management guides for low to mid single-digit sales growth and adjusted EPS of $1.35–$1.65, implying potential for significant profit rebound in 2026. Shares trade at very cheap cash flow multiples, but the market discounts CAL due to past underperformance and integration risks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 12
Here's Why Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Is Weighed Down By Its Debt Load
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • Dec 16
Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.07
Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) will pay a dividend of $0.07 on the 9th of January. Based on this payment, the dividend...Analysis Article • Dec 14
Revenues Tell The Story For Caleres, Inc. (NYSE:CAL) As Its Stock Soars 29%
Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 29% in the last...Analysis Article • Nov 01
Is Caleres (NYSE:CAL) A Risky Investment?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...Analysis Article • Oct 11
Caleres, Inc.'s (NYSE:CAL) Prospects Need A Boost To Lift Shares
Caleres, Inc.'s ( NYSE:CAL ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 6.9x might make it look like a strong buy right now...Analysis Article • Sep 09
Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.07
Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) will pay a dividend of $0.07 on the 26th of September. This payment means that the dividend...Analysis Article • Jul 05
Benign Growth For Caleres, Inc. (NYSE:CAL) Underpins Its Share Price
Caleres, Inc.'s ( NYSE:CAL ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 5.9x might make it look like a strong buy right now...Analysis Article • Jun 01
Earnings Miss: Caleres, Inc. Missed EPS By 40% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
It's been a mediocre week for Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) shareholders, with the stock dropping 16% to US$13.45 in the...Analysis Article • May 26
Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.07
The board of Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.07 per share on the 20th of...Analysis Article • May 13
Is Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Using Too Much Debt?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Seeking Alpha • Mar 21
Caleres: Comparables Still Down And It Is Levering Up On Acquisitions, Risky
Summary Caleres, Inc.'s comparable sales and margins continue to deteriorate, with Brand Portfolio sales down 7% and Famous Footwear sales down 3% in 4Q24. The acquisition of Stuart Weitzman probably raises debt by 50%, adding pressure on margins and requiring significant investment to turn around an unprofitable brand. Despite a low trading multiple, future EPS is expected to be lower due to margin compression and increased leverage, making the stock unattractive. Valuation optics are deceiving; unless fundamentals improve, I maintain my Hold rating as the business is in decline. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 20
Caleres' (NYSE:CAL) Dividend Will Be $0.07
Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) will pay a dividend of $0.07 on the 11th of April. Based on this payment, the dividend yield...Seeking Alpha • Feb 20
Caleres: A Surprising And Interesting Move For Stuart Weitzman
Summary Caleres shares rose in February following a surprising acquisition deal after recent guidance cuts and tough market conditions. The company acquired Stuart Weitzman for $105 million, a significant discount from its previous $500 million-plus valuation attached by Tapestry a decade ago. The deal could boost sales by nearly 10%, but Stuart Weitzman is currently unprofitable, increasing near-term leverage and uncertainty. I'm intrigued by the dirt-cheap valuation and potential of the deal, but await more details before committing. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 09
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Caleres, Inc. (NYSE:CAL)?
Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial...Analysis Article • Dec 22
Earnings Working Against Caleres, Inc.'s (NYSE:CAL) Share Price Following 25% Dive
The Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial 25%. The...Analysis Article • Dec 20
Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.07
Caleres, Inc.'s ( NYSE:CAL ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.07 per share on 10th of January. The dividend...Seeking Alpha • Dec 05
Caleres: Margins Are Returning To The Mean As Warned, Still A Hold
Summary Caleres, Inc.'s Q3 2024 results showed revenue growth in the retail and wholesale sectors, but missed consensus and lowered guidance, causing a 20% stock drop. Margins remain resilient but are deteriorating, with further declines expected in Q4 due to increased promotions to clear inventories. Guidance was reduced for the second time, with EPS now at $3.5, reflecting lower sales growth and higher discounting pressures. Despite CAL stock's decline, I maintain a Hold rating, awaiting more attractive levels, potentially below $20, for a compelling investment opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 05
Does Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Nov 19
Does Caleres (NYSE:CAL) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Analysis Article • Nov 05
Caleres, Inc.'s (NYSE:CAL) Earnings Are Not Doing Enough For Some Investors
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 18x, you may...Analysis Article • Oct 04
What Does Caleres, Inc.'s (NYSE:CAL) Share Price Indicate?
While Caleres, Inc. ( NYSE:CAL ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant share price movement...
New Narrative • Sep 14
Revamping Operations And Embracing Digital Transformation To Fuel Future Earnings Growth
Digital transformation and cloud-based initiatives are set to boost operational efficiency, inventory management, and future revenue growth.Financial Position Analysis
Short Term Liabilities: CAL's short term assets ($862.8M) exceed its short term liabilities ($845.5M).
Long Term Liabilities: CAL's short term assets ($862.8M) exceed its long term liabilities ($511.3M).
Debt to Equity History and Analysis
Debt Level: CAL's net debt to equity ratio (43.8%) is considered high.
Reducing Debt: CAL's debt to equity ratio has reduced from 219.9% to 48.7% over the past 5 years.
Debt Coverage: CAL's debt is well covered by operating cash flow (34.8%).
Interest Coverage: CAL's interest payments on its debt are not well covered by EBIT (2.5x coverage).
Balance Sheet
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/31 18:14 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
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Analyst Sources
Caleres, Inc. is covered by 14 analysts. 3 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 |
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| Steven Marotta | CL King & Associates, Inc. |
| Randal Konik | Jefferies LLC |
| Jillian Nelson | Johnson Rice & Company, L.L.C. |