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Earnings callNasdaq· March 13, 2026

The Buckle (BKE) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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The Buckle (BKE) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript Image source: The Motley Fool. DATE Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS Chief Financial Officer — Thomas B…
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  • Current plans for fiscal 2026 include opening 12-14 new stores and completing 12-14 full remodel projects

    60% confidence

  • Kids business remains a key area of opportunity for growth and earning new guests from a young age

    60% confidence

  • The wide leg denim trend has provided another fashion item to work with traditional fits, expanding selection

    60% confidence

  • Inventory build was strategic to ensure the company could support heightened demand and service guests in style, fits, sizes, and inseams

    60% confidence

  • The Buckle Black label exceeded the growth of the overall denim category and had exceptional performance

    60% confidence

  • The company has been very successful with premium and Tanger outlet stores and is taking an opportunistic approach to store openings

    60% confidence

  • Q4 2025 marked the fifth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth for the women's business

    60% confidence

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