Genesco Inc. (GCO) Research

Genesco Inc. (GCO) operates as a multifaceted enterprise involved in both the direct sales (retail) and bulk distribution (wholesale) of footwear, clothing, and various accessories. The company's operations are divided into four distinct business units: Journeys Group: This segment focuses on providing footwear and accessories primarily for younger demographics, including men, women, and children. Sales occur through its dedicated retail chains like Journeys, Journeys Kidz, and Little Burgundy, as well as via online platforms and printed catalogs. Schuh Group: Specializing in casual and athletic footwear, the Schuh Group reaches its customers through its network of Schuh retail stores and its comprehensive e-commerce channels. Johnston & Murphy Group: This division handles the retail, online, and wholesale distribution of both formal and casual footwear, apparel, and accessories for men. It also offers footwear and accessories specifically for women. Licensed Brands: This segment is responsible for marketing footwear under prominent brand licenses such as Levi's, Dockers, and G.H. Bass, catering to men, women, and children. Additionally, it undertakes the design and manufacturing of footwear for its proprietary STARTER and ETONIC brands. As of January 29, 2022, Genesco maintained a significant physical presence with approximately 1,425 retail stores operating across the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland. Key store banners include Journeys, Journeys Kidz, Schuh, Little Burgundy, and Johnston & Murphy. Complementing its brick-and-mortar locations, the company boasts a robust digital footprint with numerous e-commerce websites, such as journeys.com, journeyskidz.com, journeys.ca, schuh.co.uk, schuh.ie, schuh.eu, johnstonmurphy.com, littleburgundyshoes.com, johnstonmurphy.ca, nashvilleshoewarehouse.com, and dockersshoes.com. Established in 1924, Genesco Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.

Market snapshot

Symbol
GCO
Price
$35.67
Day change
+3.18%
Market cap
$396.2M
P/E ratio
18.90x
52-week range
19.62-43.6
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Apparel - Retail
Next earnings
in 2 months
Analyst price target
$38.33

Recent news

  • Footwear Retailer Genesco Sees Momentum Build Across Key Brands, Raises Outlook

    Genesco (NYSE: GCO) stock jumps as Q1 sales beat Wall Street estimates and narrower-than-expected losses signal strong brand momentum.

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