Operating Margin - Buckle Inc (NYSE:BKE)

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Price: 55.29 USD -0.58%

Market Cap: 2.8B USD

20.1%

Current

22%

Average

3.1%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

20.1%

Operating Profit

257m

Revenue

1.3B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
US		Buckle Inc NYSE:BKE	2.8B USD	20%
ES		Industria de Diseno Textil SA MAD:ITX	175.3B EUR	20%
US		TJX Companies Inc NYSE:TJX	176.1B USD	11%
JP		Fast Retailing Co Ltd TSE:9983	19.3T JPY	17%
ZA	P	Pepkor Holdings Ltd JSE:PPH	97.8B Zac	12%
US		Ross Stores Inc NASDAQ:ROST	61.9B USD	12%
ZA	M	Mr Price Group Ltd JSE:MRP	44B Zac	14%
SE		H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB STO:HM B	288.1B SEK	7%
ZA	F	Foschini Group Ltd JSE:TFG	27.1B Zac	7%
ZA	T	Truworths International Ltd JSE:TRU	20.8B Zac	14%
US		Burlington Stores Inc NYSE:BURL	19.1B USD	7%

Buckle Inc
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Market Cap

2.8B USD

Industry

Retail

In the bustling world of retail, where trends shift as swiftly as desert sands, Buckle Inc. stands as a notable player with a distinct business model that has carved out its niche in the competitive landscape. Founded in 1948 in the heartlands of Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle began its journey as a menswear store but has since transformed into a formidable specialty retailer offering a wide range of casual apparel, footwear, and accessories for both men and women. The company's strength lies in its keen sense of style and its commitment to providing an individualized shopping experience. This customer-centric approach is reflected in its stores, where personal stylists offer tailored fashion advice to help shoppers find items that not only fit well but resonate with their personal style. Each of Buckle's locations is designed to provide a cozy, engaging atmosphere that encourages consumers to linger, explore, and ultimately purchase. Buckle Inc. generates its revenue through a skillfully integrated blend of proprietary brands and carefully curated third-party labels. The company has adeptly balanced its merchandise mix, ensuring that the appeal of exclusive in-house labels is complemented by popular national brands. This strategy not only secures a diverse product offering but also positions Buckle favorably in terms of pricing power, enabling the company to maintain healthy margins. Moreover, Buckle embraces the dynamics of its e-commerce platform, which works in synergy with its brick-and-mortar stores. The seamless integration of online and physical retail channels enhances customer engagement and expands the company's reach beyond its store locations. By nurturing a dedicated styling service and leveraging its digital presence, Buckle effectively cultivates customer loyalty, promoting repeat business and driving its profitability forward.

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Buckle Inc
NYSE:BKE