Caleres Inc (CAL)

Net profit margin is a crucial financial ratio that indicates the profitability of a company by measuring the percentage of each dollar of revenue that translates into net income. Looking at the trend for Caleres Inc over the past five years, we observe the following net profit margins:

1. In the latest fiscal year, ending on February 3, 2024, Caleres Inc reported a net profit margin of 6.09%. This signifies that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company retained 6.09 cents as net income.

2. In the preceding fiscal year, ending on January 28, 2023, the net profit margin was slightly higher at 6.13%, displaying a consistent level of profitability.

3. Moving further back to January 29, 2022, the net profit margin was 4.93%, indicating a moderate decrease compared to the previous year.

4. However, in the fiscal year ending on January 30, 2021, Caleres Inc experienced a significant decline in profitability with a negative net profit margin of -20.77%. This suggests that the company incurred more expenses than the revenue generated, resulting in a net loss.

5. Finally, in the fiscal year ending on February 1, 2020, the net profit margin recovered to a positive 2.15%, though still lower than the most recent fiscal year.

Overall, the trend in Caleres Inc's net profit margin shows fluctuations over the past five years, with a notable rebound in profitability following a period of significant decline. It is essential for the company to sustain and enhance its profitability to ensure sustainable business operations and create value for its shareholders.

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Feb 3, 2024