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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C.  20549
 
FORM 8-K
 
CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

March 13, 2026
Date of Report (date of earliest event reported)

 THE BUCKLE, INC.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

Nebraska001-1295147-0366193
(State or other jurisdiction of(Commission(I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization)File Number)Identification No.)

2407 West 24th Street,
Kearney,Nebraska68845-4915
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code:  (308) 236-8491
__________________________________________________________

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
 
o  Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
 
o  Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
 
o  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
 
o  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Each ClassTrading Symbol(s)Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par valueBKENew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).            
                                     Emerging growth company      o 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o


ITEM 2.02.     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On March 13, 2026, The Buckle, Inc. announced financial results for the fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended January 31, 2026. The full text of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

The information shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), as amended, and shall not be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as set forth by specific reference in such filing.


ITEM 9.01(d).     Exhibits

Exhibit 99.1    Press Release Dated March 13, 2026
Exhibit 104    Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)


SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

The Buckle, Inc.
Date: March 13, 2026By: /s/  THOMAS B. HEACOCK
 Name: Thomas B. Heacock
 Title: Senior Vice President of Finance,
 Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer



EXHIBIT INDEX
         
Press Release Dated March 13, 2026
Exhibit 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

Exhibit 99.1
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The Buckle, Inc.
2407 W. 24th St. Kearney, NE 68845
P.O. Box 1480 Kearney, NE 68848-1480
phone: 308-236-8491
fax: 308-236-4493
For Immediate Release: March 13, 2026
web: www.buckle.com

Contact:Thomas B. Heacock, Chief Financial Officer
 The Buckle, Inc.
 (308) 236-8491

THE BUCKLE, INC. REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2025 NET INCOME

KEARNEY, NE -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2026 was $80.8 million, or $1.60 per share ($1.59 per share on a diluted basis). Net income for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 was $209.7 million, or $4.17 per share ($4.14 per share on a diluted basis).

Net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2026 increased 5.3 percent to $399.1 million from net sales of $379.2 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal quarter ended February 1, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 13-week period ended January 31, 2026 increased 3.9 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 13-week period ended February 1, 2025. Online sales increased 6.4 percent to $74.2 million for the 13-week period ended January 31, 2026, compared to net sales of $69.7 million for the 13-week period ended February 1, 2025.

Net sales for the 52-week fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 increased 6.6 percent to $1.298 billion from net sales of $1.218 billion for the 52-week fiscal year ended February 1, 2025. Comparable store net sales for the 52-week period ended January 31, 2026 increased 5.6 percent from comparable store net sales for the prior year 52-week period ended February 1, 2025. Online sales increased 9.8 percent to $217.1 million for the 52-week period ended January 31, 2026, compared to net sales of $197.7 million for the 52-week period ended February 1, 2025.

Net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 was $80.8 million, or $1.60 per share ($1.59 per share on a diluted basis), compared with $77.2 million, or $1.54 per share ($1.53 per share on a diluted basis) for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024.

Net income for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 was $209.7 million, or $4.17 per share ($4.14 per share on a diluted basis), compared with $195.5 million, or $3.92 per share ($3.89 per share on a diluted basis) for the fiscal year ended February 1, 2025.

Management will hold a live audio webcast at 10:00 a.m. EDT today to discuss results for the quarter. To register for the live event, please visit https://buckle.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XsBQK7DoSEuv9BgxODpcZA. A replay of the event can be accessed through Buckle’s investor relations website within twenty-four hours after the conclusion of the live event (https://corporate.buckle.com/investors/earnings-webcasts).

About Buckle

Buckle is a specialty retailer focused on delivering exceptional service and style through unforgettable experiences. Offering a curated mix of high-quality, on-trend apparel, accessories, and footwear, Buckle is for those living the styled life. Known as a denim destination, each store carries a wide selection of fits, styles, and finishes from leading denim brands, including the Company’s exclusive brand, BKE. Headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska, Buckle currently operates 440 retail stores in 42 states. As of the end of the fiscal year, it operated 440 stores in 42 states compared with 441 stores in 42 states at the end of fiscal 2024.

  


SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors which may be beyond the Company’s control. Accordingly, the Company’s future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. 

Note:  News releases and other information on The Buckle, Inc. can be accessed at www.buckle.com.
Financial Tables to Follow 


THE BUCKLE, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Amounts in Thousands Except Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
 13-Weeks Ended52-Weeks Ended
 January 31,
2026		February 1,
2025		January 31,
2026		February 1,
2025 (1)
SALES, Net of returns and allowances$399,140 $379,199 $1,297,835 $1,217,689 
COST OF SALES (Including buying, distribution, and occupancy costs)
189,173 179,714 661,977 624,902 
Gross profit209,967 199,485 635,858 592,787 
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Selling89,839 86,722 308,476 293,176 
General and administrative19,485 16,538 65,938 58,247 
 109,324 103,260 374,414 351,423 
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS100,643 96,225 261,444 241,364 
OTHER INCOME, Net4,749 4,903 14,675 16,413 
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES105,392 101,128 276,119 257,777 
INCOME TAX EXPENSE24,547 23,930 66,375 62,309 
NET INCOME$80,845 $77,198 $209,744 $195,468 
EARNINGS PER SHARE
Basic$1.60 $1.54 $4.17 $3.92 
Diluted$1.59 $1.53 $4.14 $3.89 
Basic weighted average shares50,477 50,126 50,268 49,922 
Diluted weighted average shares50,922 50,551 50,701 50,310 
(1) Derived from audited financial statements



THE BUCKLE, INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in Thousands Except Share and Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
ASSETSJanuary 31,
2026		February 1,
2025 (1)
CURRENT ASSETS:  
Cash and cash equivalents$249,461 $266,929 
Short-term investments24,698 23,801 
Receivables10,980 6,758 
Inventory139,504 120,789 
Prepaid expenses and other assets23,235 20,932 
Total current assets447,878 439,209 
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT523,002 510,088 
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization(360,556)(364,336)
162,446 145,752 
 
OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS339,687 289,793 
LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS32,393 28,116 
OTHER ASSETS8,875 10,303 
Total assets$991,279 $913,173 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY  
CURRENT LIABILITIES:  
Accounts payable$47,749 $45,982 
Accrued employee compensation54,960 46,717 
Accrued store operating expenses20,072 19,266 
Gift certificates redeemable17,237 17,007 
Current portion of operating lease liabilities85,877 78,942 
Income taxes payable10,810 6,018 
Total current liabilities236,705 213,932 
DEFERRED COMPENSATION31,994 28,116 
NON-CURRENT OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES297,937 247,321 
Total liabilities566,636 489,369 
COMMITMENTS
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY: 
Common stock, authorized 100,000,000 shares of $.01 par value; 51,156,626 and 50,773,556 shares issued and outstanding at January 31, 2026 and February 1, 2025, respectively512 508 
Additional paid-in capital221,998 205,817 
Retained earnings202,133 217,479 
Total stockholders’ equity424,643 423,804 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$991,279 $913,173 
(1) Derived from audited financial statements