Business Wire·Jun 29, 2026
Genesco Names Jonathan Collins Chief Financial OfficerNASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GENESCO NAMES JONATHAN COLLINS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER.
Genesco Inc.(GCO)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
GCO•NYSE
$33.44
26.8× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutGenesco Inc. operates as a retailer and wholesaler of footwear, apparel, and accessories. The company operates through four segments: Journeys Group, Schuh Group, Johnston & Murphy Group, and Licensed Brands. The Journeys Group segment offers footwear and accessories through the Journeys, Journeys Kidz, and Little Burgundy retail chains, as well as through e-commerce and catalogs for young men, women, and children. The Schuh Group segment operates Schuh retail footwear stores that offer casual and athletic footwear, as well as sells footwear through e-commerce. The Johnston & Murphy Group segment is involved in the retail and e-commerce operations; and wholesale distribution of men's dress and casual footwear, apparel, and accessories, as well as women's footwear and accessories. The Licensed Brands segment markets footwear under the Levi's, Dockers, and G.H. Bass brands for men, women, and children, as well as designs and manufactures the STARTER and ETONIC brands footwear. As of January 29, 2022, the company operated approximately 1,425 retail stores in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland primarily under the Journeys, Journeys Kidz, Schuh, Little Burgundy, and Johnston & Murphy names. Its e-commerce websites include journeys.com, journeyskidz.com, journeys.ca, schuh.co.uk, schuh.ie, schuh.eu, johnstonmurphy.com, littleburgundyshoes.com, johnstonmurphy.ca, nashvilleshoewarehouse.com, and dockersshoes.com. Genesco Inc. was incorporated in 1924 and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.Show more
- Revenue$2.44B+4.8%
- EBITDA$79M+13.0%
- Net Income$13M+170.2%
- EPS (Diluted)1.25+169.4%
- Gross Margin46.26%-1.9%
- EBITDA Margin3.23%+7.9%
- Operating Margin1.04%+41.2%
- Net Margin0.54%+167.0%
- ROE2.38%+170.5%
GCO Price & Volume
Genesco Inc. (GCO) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Mall-Centric Retail Model Faces Structural Profitability Headwinds
Investment Thesis • Updated 2027Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Vulnerable
Cash Flow:Deteriorating
Primary Risk:High fixed cost leverage
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Genesco's reliance on a high-fixed-cost, mall-based retail model appears increasingly unsustainable as evidenced by the recent 2027Q1 operating loss of $25.5 million.
- While the company maintains a gross margin of 47.0%, the inability to convert top-line revenue into consistent operating income suggests significant structural challenges in a digital-first market.
- Investors should remain cautious as the company's debt-to-equity ratio has climbed to 1.04, reflecting increased reliance on external financing to support its capital-intensive store fleet.
Verdict Logic
the company's inability to maintain positive operating income, highlighted by a $25.5 million quarterly loss, suggests that the current retail model is failing to generate sustainable shareholder value.
GCO Growth Metrics
Genesco Inc. (GCO) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years-2.13%
5 Years6.4%
3 Years0.71%
TTM-4.41%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-17.83%
5 Years-
3 Years-43.07%
TTM-31.19%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-11.39%
5 Years-
3 Years-39.55%
TTM-30.24%
Return on Capital
10 Years5.03%
5 Years5.42%
3 Years1.97%
Last Year2.57%
GCO Recent Earnings
Genesco Inc. (GCO) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 8/12 qtrs (67%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (58%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 29, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$2.18+15.5%
$2.58
Rev
$487M+2.7%
$474M
Q2 2026
Mar 6, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$3.74+0.3%
$3.73
Rev
$800M+1.1%
$791M
Q4 2025
Dec 4, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.79-9.2%
$0.87
Rev
$616M-22.0%
$791M
Q3 2025
Aug 28, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.14+8.8%
$1.25
Rev
$546M-11.7%
$619M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 29, 2026 | $2.18vs $2.58+15.5% | $487Mvs $474M+2.7% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 6, 2026 | $3.74vs $3.73+0.3% | $800Mvs $791M+1.1% |
| Q4 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $0.79vs $0.87-9.2% | $616Mvs $791M-22.0% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 28, 2025 | $1.14vs $1.25+8.8% | $546Mvs $619M-11.7% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest GCO News
Recent stock market news and headlines for Genesco Inc. (GCO)
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 23, 2026
Best Value Stocks to Buy for June 23rdGCO, EQX and NEM made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on June 23rd, 2026.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 18, 2026
Buy 5 Small-Cap Retail Apparel and Shoes Stocks for a Stable PortfolioSmall-cap retail apparel and shoes stocks are rallying in 2026. Five stocks, GCO, DBI, SFIX, TLYS and FOSL, stand out for a stable portfolio.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 17, 2026
Genesco (GCO) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?Does Genesco (GCO) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 17, 2026
5 Value Stocks With Attractive EV-to-EBITDA Ratios to Scoop UpGCO, PAM, OXY, CLDT and TGS stand out with attractive EV-to-EBITDA ratios and strong earnings outlooks.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Genesco Inc. (GCO)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $33.44 | $371.42M | 26.75 | 4.78% | 0.54% | 2.38% | — | |
| $15.12 | $415.34M | 7.96 | -5.62% | 3.31% | 5.49% | — | |
| $158.03 | $4.8B | 21.50 | 17.93% | 10.02% | 18.15% | — | |
| $11.94 | $402.87M | -54.27 | 1.29% | 0.01% | 0.05% | — | |
| $43.21 | $63.94B | 20.00 | -9.84% | 4.84% | 16.41% | — | |
| $106.08 | $14.73B | 15.11 | 9.4% | 18.73% | 40.79% | — |
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Genesco Inc. (GCO) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
GCO SEC Filings & Documents
Genesco Inc. (GCO) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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May 29, 2026·SEC
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May 5, 2026·SEC
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Apr 8, 2026·SEC
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GCO Frequently Asked Questions
Genesco Inc. (GCO) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Genesco Inc.'s revenue?
Genesco Inc. (GCO) reported $2.45B in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 431% increase from $461.3M in 1997.
How fast is Genesco Inc. growing?
Genesco Inc. (GCO) grew revenue by 4.8% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Is GCO profitable?
Yes, Genesco Inc. (GCO) is profitable, generating $19.7M in net income for fiscal year 2026 (0.5% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
What is GCO's return on equity?
Genesco Inc. (GCO) has a return on equity (ROE) of 2.4%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Genesco Inc.'s free cash flow?
Genesco Inc. (GCO) generated $147.5M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2026. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.