Shoe Carnival Inc (SCVL)

Return on equity (ROE)

Jan 31, 2025 Feb 3, 2024 Jan 31, 2024 Jan 31, 2023 Jan 28, 2023
Net income US$ in thousands 73,766 73,348 73,348 110,068 110,068
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 648,996 583,389 583,389 525,568 525,568
ROE 11.37% 12.57% 12.57% 20.94% 20.94%

January 31, 2025 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $73,766K ÷ $648,996K
= 11.37%

The return on equity (ROE) of Shoe Carnival Inc has shown a decline over the past few years. As of January 28, 2023, and January 31, 2023, the ROE stood at 20.94%, indicating a healthy return for shareholders. However, there was a noticeable decrease in ROE to 12.57% as of January 31, 2024, and February 3, 2024, reflecting a drop in profitability and efficiency in utilizing equity. This downward trend continued as of January 31, 2025, with the ROE further decreasing to 11.37%.

The declining ROE suggests that the company may be facing challenges in generating profits from shareholders' equity. It is essential for Shoe Carnival Inc to assess its operations, profitability, and efficiency in order to improve its ROE and enhance shareholder value in the future.


Peer comparison

Jan 31, 2025

Company name
Symbol
ROE
Shoe Carnival Inc
SCVL
11.37%
Boot Barn Holdings Inc
BOOT
15.58%
Foot Locker Inc
FL
0.41%