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Shoe Carnival, Inc.(SCVL)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
SCVL•NASDAQ
$15.12
8.0× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutShoe Carnival, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a family footwear retailer in the United States. The company offers range of dress, casual, work, and athletic shoes, as well as sandals and boots for men, women, and children; and various accessories. As of January 29, 2022, it operated 372 stores in 35 states and Puerto Rico under the Shoe Carnival banner; and 21 locations across the Southeast under the Shoe Station banner. The company also sells its products through online shopping at shoecarnival.com, as well as through mobile application. Shoe Carnival, Inc. was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Evansville, Indiana.Show more
- Revenue$1.14B-5.6%
- EBITDA$101M-17.3%
- Net Income$52M-29.1%
- EPS (Diluted)1.90-29.1%
- Gross Margin36.57%+2.6%
- EBITDA Margin8.91%-12.4%
- Operating Margin5.88%-22.4%
- Net Margin4.6%-24.9%
- ROE7.81%-34.8%
SCVL Price & Volume
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Persistent Revenue Contraction Challenges Operational Margin Stability
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Contracting
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Inventory Turnover and Margin
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Shoe Carnival faces a challenging environment characterized by sustained top-line contraction, with revenue growth declining 2.5% in 2026Q1 and operating income shifting to a $6.0M loss.
- While the company maintains a disciplined capital structure with a 0.54 debt-to-equity ratio, the reliance on third-party inventory and high fixed-cost lease obligations creates significant margin volatility.
- Investors should monitor whether the current 33.3% gross margin can stabilize as the company navigates ongoing retail headwinds and seasonal cash flow fluctuations.
Verdict Logic
the company's recent shift to a $6.0M operating loss and persistent revenue contraction suggest that fundamental performance is currently deteriorating despite a stable balance sheet.
SCVL Growth Metrics
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years1.44%
5 Years3.05%
3 Years-3.47%
TTM-4.4%
Profit CAGR
10 Years6.15%
5 Years26.73%
3 Years-21.98%
TTM-43.34%
EPS CAGR
10 Years10.04%
5 Years27.68%
3 Years-21.71%
TTM-48.54%
Return on Capital
10 Years13.35%
5 Years16.44%
3 Years9.02%
Last Year6.55%
SCVL Recent Earnings
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 5/12 qtrs (42%)●Beat Revenue 8/12 qtrs (67%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 21, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.23+15.0%
$0.20
Rev
$271M+0.7%
$269M
Q2 2026
Mar 26, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.33+0.0%
$0.33
Rev
$254M+0.1%
$254M
Q4 2025
Nov 20, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.53+0.0%
$0.53
Rev
$297M+15.7%
$257M
Q4 2025
Sep 4, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.70+27.3%
$0.55
Rev
$306M+2.1%
$300M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 21, 2026 | $0.23vs $0.20+15.0% | $271Mvs $269M+0.7% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 26, 2026 | $0.33vs $0.33+0.0% | $254Mvs $254M+0.1% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 20, 2025 | $0.53vs $0.53+0.0% | $297Mvs $257M+15.7% |
| Q4 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $0.70vs $0.55+27.3% | $306Mvs $300M+2.1% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15.12 | $415.34M | 7.96 | -5.62% | 4.6% | 7.81% | 4.02% | |
| $158.03 | $4.8B | 21.50 | 17.93% | 10.02% | 18.15% | — | |
| $3.31 | $59.28M | -10.68 | 0.62% | 0.4% | 1.56% | — | |
| $316.12 | $19.9B | 33.24 | 8.76% | 5.24% | 37.72% | — | |
| $124.55 | $6.23B | -83.03 | -1.5% | -2.58% | -7.54% | — | |
| $106.08 | $14.73B | 15.11 | 9.4% | 18.73% | 40.79% | — |
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Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
SCVL SEC Filings & Documents
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SCVL Frequently Asked Questions
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s revenue?
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) reported $1.13B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 382% increase from $233.9M in 1996.
How fast is Shoe Carnival, Inc. growing?
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) saw revenue decline by 5.6% over the past year.
Is SCVL profitable?
Yes, Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) is profitable, generating $37.3M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (4.6% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does SCVL pay dividends?
Yes, Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) pays a dividend with a yield of 4.02%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is SCVL's return on equity?
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) has a return on equity (ROE) of 7.8%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Shoe Carnival, Inc.'s free cash flow?
Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) generated $62.2M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.