(GCO) Genesco - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US3715321028

Footwear, Apparel, Accessories

GCO EPS (Earnings per Share)

EPS (Earnings per Share) of GCO over the last years for every Quarter: "2020-01": 3.09, "2020-02": null, "2020-04": -3.65, "2020-05": null, "2020-07": -1.23, "2020-10": 0.85, "2021-01": 2.76, "2021-04": 0.79, "2021-05": null, "2021-07": 1.05, "2021-10": 2.36, "2022-01": 3.48, "2022-04": 0.44, "2022-07": 0.59, "2022-10": 1.65, "2023-01": 3.06, "2023-04": -1.59, "2023-07": -0.85, "2023-10": 0.57, "2024-01": 2.59, "2024-04": -2.1, "2024-07": -0.83, "2024-10": 0.61, "2025-01": 3.26, "2025-04": -2.05, "2025-07": -1.14,

GCO Revenue

Revenue of GCO over the last years for every Quarter: 2020-01: 677.579, 2020-02: 677.579, 2020-04: 279.232, 2020-05: 279.232, 2020-07: 391.217, 2020-10: 479.28, 2021-01: 636.801, 2021-04: 538.695, 2021-05: 538.695, 2021-07: 555.183, 2021-10: 600.546, 2022-01: 727.66, 2022-04: 520.748, 2022-07: 535.332, 2022-10: 603.788, 2023-01: 725.02, 2023-04: 483.332, 2023-07: 523.027, 2023-10: 579.315, 2024-01: 738.95, 2024-04: 457.597, 2024-07: 525.188, 2024-10: 596.328, 2025-01: 745.949, 2025-04: 473.973, 2025-07: 545.965,

Description: GCO Genesco

Genesco Inc. is a multi-brand retailer and wholesaler of footwear, apparel, and accessories, operating through four distinct segments: Journeys Group, Schuh Group, Johnston & Murphy Group, and Genesco Brands Group. The company has a diverse portfolio of retail chains and e-commerce operations across various regions, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

To further analyze Genesco Inc.s performance, we can examine key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue growth, gross margin, and operating margin. Given the companys retail and wholesale business model, its essential to monitor same-store sales (SSS) growth, which indicates the health of its retail operations. Additionally, the companys e-commerce growth rate is crucial, as it reflects the success of its online channels. Other relevant KPIs include inventory turnover, which measures the efficiency of its supply chain management, and the debt-to-equity ratio, which assesses its capital structure and leverage.

From a financial perspective, Genesco Inc.s market capitalization is approximately $259.77 million, with a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 15.24. The companys return on equity (ROE) is currently negative, indicating that it has not been generating profits for its shareholders. To improve its ROE, Genesco Inc. may need to focus on increasing revenue, reducing costs, or optimizing its capital structure. Furthermore, the companys dividend yield and payout ratio are also important metrics to consider, as they reflect its ability to distribute cash to shareholders.

To drive growth and improve profitability, Genesco Inc. may need to focus on strategic initiatives such as expanding its e-commerce capabilities, enhancing its brand portfolio, and optimizing its retail store footprint. By analyzing its KPIs and adjusting its business strategy accordingly, the company can work towards achieving its objectives and creating long-term value for its shareholders.

GCO Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 341m
Sub-Industry Apparel Retail
IPO / Inception 1985-07-01

GCO Stock Ratings

Growth Rating -30.3%
Fundamental 49.5%
Dividend Rating -
Return 12m vs S&P 500 12.6%
Analyst Rating 3.0 of 5

GCO Dividends

Currently no dividends paid

GCO Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 95.6%
Growth Correlation 12m -41.4%
Growth Correlation 5y -57.6%
CAGR 5y -10.09%
CAGR/Max DD 3y -0.15
CAGR/Mean DD 3y -0.23
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.52
Alpha 21.36
Beta 0.678
Volatility 60.24%
Current Volume 280.1k
Average Volume 20d 207.8k
Stop Loss 31.6 (-5.8%)
Signal 0.19

Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 3.5

Net Income (-24.2m TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 141.7m TTM)
FCFTA 0.03 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA -1.92pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp)
NWC/Revenue 9.80% (prev 9.17%; Δ 0.63pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp)
CFO/TA 0.01 (>3.0%) and CFO 20.6m > Net Income -24.2m (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%)
Net Debt (411.9m) to EBITDA (41.1m) ratio: 10.02 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5)
Current Ratio 1.56 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active)
Outstanding Shares last Quarter (10.4m) change vs 12m ago -5.01% (target <= -2.0% for YES)
Gross Margin 46.82% (prev 47.04%; Δ -0.22pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0)
Asset Turnover 168.4% (prev 166.3%; Δ 2.10pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0)
Interest Coverage Ratio 3.13 (EBITDA TTM 41.1m / Interest Expense TTM 4.81m) >= 6 (WARN >= 3)

Altman Z'' 1.95

(A) 0.16 = (Total Current Assets 645.9m - Total Current Liabilities 414.4m) / Total Assets 1.42b
(B) 0.16 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 232.0m / Total Assets 1.42b
(C) 0.01 = EBIT TTM 15.1m / Avg Total Assets 1.40b
(D) 0.27 = Book Value of Equity 232.2m / Total Liabilities 867.2m
Total Rating: 1.95 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D)

ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 49.46

1. Piotroski 3.50pt = -1.50
2. FCF Yield 4.00% = 2.00
3. FCF Margin 1.98% = 0.49
4. Debt/Equity 1.56 = 1.39
5. Debt/Ebitda 21.10 = -2.50
6. ROIC - WACC 1.94% = 2.43
7. RoE -4.53% = -0.76
8. Rev. Trend -14.70% = -0.74
9. Rev. CAGR -3.59% = -0.60
10. EPS Trend -30.71% = -0.77
11. EPS CAGR 0.0% = 0.0

What is the price of GCO shares?

As of September 16, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 33.53 with a total of 280,083 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +1.48%, over one month by +30.52%, over three months by +52.69% and over the past year by +33.85%.

Is Genesco a good stock to buy?

No, based on ValueRay´s Fundamental Analyses, Genesco (NYSE:GCO) is currently (September 2025) a stock to sell. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 49.46 and therefor a negative outlook according to the companies health.
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of GCO is around 31.27 USD . This means that GCO is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -6.74%.

Is GCO a buy, sell or hold?

Genesco has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.00. Therefor, it is recommend to hold GCO.
  • Strong Buy: 0
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 3
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0

What are the forecasts/targets for the GCO price?

Issuer Target Up/Down from current
Wallstreet Target Price 32.7 -2.6%
Analysts Target Price 32.7 -2.6%
ValueRay Target Price 34.9 4%

Last update: 2025-09-11 02:49

GCO Fundamental Data Overview

Market Cap USD = 341.5m (341.5m USD * 1.0 USD.USD)
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 41.0m USD (Cash And Short Term Investments, last quarter)
P/E Forward = 19.5695
P/S = 0.1446
P/B = 0.6744
P/EG = 0.69
Beta = 2.223
Revenue TTM = 2.36b USD
EBIT TTM = 15.1m USD
EBITDA TTM = 41.1m USD
Long Term Debt = 452.9m USD (from nonCurrentLiabilitiesTotal, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 414.4m USD (from totalCurrentLiabilities, last quarter)
Debt = 867.2m USD (Calculated: Short Term 414.4m + Long Term 452.9m)
Net Debt = 411.9m USD (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 1.17b USD (341.5m + Debt 867.2m - CCE 41.0m)
Interest Coverage Ratio = 3.13 (Ebit TTM 15.1m / Interest Expense TTM 4.81m)
FCF Yield = 4.00% (FCF TTM 46.8m / Enterprise Value 1.17b)
FCF Margin = 1.98% (FCF TTM 46.8m / Revenue TTM 2.36b)
Net Margin = -1.03% (Net Income TTM -24.2m / Revenue TTM 2.36b)
Gross Margin = 46.82% ((Revenue TTM 2.36b - Cost of Revenue TTM 1.26b) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 5.03 (Enterprise Value 1.17b / Book Value Of Equity 232.2m)
Interest Expense / Debt = 0.17% (Interest Expense 1.46m / Debt 867.2m)
Taxrate = 309.6% (set to none) (28.8m / 9.31m)
NOPAT = unknown (EBIT/Op.Income or Taxrate missing)
Current Ratio = 1.56 (Total Current Assets 645.9m / Total Current Liabilities 414.4m)
Debt / Equity = 1.56 (Debt 867.2m / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 554.7m)
Debt / EBITDA = 21.10 (Net Debt 411.9m / EBITDA 41.1m)
Debt / FCF = 18.55 (Debt 867.2m / FCF TTM 46.8m)
Total Stockholder Equity = 535.2m (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = -1.71% (Net Income -24.2m, Total Assets 1.42b )
RoE = -4.53% (Net Income TTM -24.2m / Total Stockholder Equity 535.2m)
RoCE = 1.53% (Ebit 15.1m / (Equity 535.2m + L.T.Debt 452.9m))
RoIC = 1.94% (Ebit 15.1m / (Assets 1.42b - Current Assets 645.9m))
WACC = unknown (E(341.5m)/V(1.21b) * Re(8.51%)) + (D(867.2m)/V(1.21b) * Rd(0.17%) * (1-Tc(none)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: -81.82 | Cagr: -1.54%
Discount Rate = 8.51% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.)
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 68.38% ; FCFE base≈56.9m ; Y1≈37.3m ; Y5≈17.1m
Fair Price DCF = 28.79 (DCF Value 310.3m / Shares Outstanding 10.8m; 5y FCF grow -40.0% → 3.0% )
Revenue Correlation: -14.70 | Revenue CAGR: -3.59%
Rev Growth-of-Growth: 4.09
EPS Correlation: -30.71 | EPS CAGR: 0.0%
EPS Growth-of-Growth: 33.91

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