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Caleres Inc(CAL)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CAL
11/13/2026: CAL (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Caleres is a long-standing player in the footwear industry, operating through its well-known Famous Footwear retail chain and a diversified portfolio of brands like Sam Edelman and Vionic. The company benefits from a balanced business model that captures both retail volume and brand premiumization, making it an attractive option for value-oriented and income-seeking investors. Its primary growth story revolves around digital integration and the expansion of its higher-margin owned brands. However, investors must monitor risks related to discretionary consumer spending, inventory management, and intense competition from e-commerce rivals. While the stock offers consistent dividend income, it remains sensitive to the broader economic environment and retail fashion trends.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is moderate and tied to the mature retail and fashion footwear cycles. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum depends on positive earnings surprises and strength in the consumer discretionary sector. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to earnings. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Caleres provides consistent dividend income supported by steady cash flows. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Retail and apparel sectors inherently carry sensitivity to economic cycles and inventory risk. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Retail stocks often experience sharp swings based on quarterly consumer data. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock often trades at a modest P/E ratio, limiting valuation expansion risk. |
| Competition risk (retail/brands) | High | Fierce competition from digital-first brands and major retailers threatens market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company has established brands but faces pressure from evolving consumer tastes. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividend payouts are reliable but growth depends on sustained profitability. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Effective inventory management and digital integration are essential to maintaining margins. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 452.36M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 8.57 | 1Y Target Price 17 |
Price to earnings Ratio 8.57 | 1Y Target Price 17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 433.2K shares | Beta 0.72 | 52 Weeks Range 8.65 - 15.00 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.65 - 15.00 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.12% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.53 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Constructive- Sentiment
- Strong Bullish
- Momentum
- BUY Breadth Improving
- BUY participation
- 67.4%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 31 / 46
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +23
- Market state
- Strong Bullish
More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.
Industry
Apparel Retail
- BUY participation
- 0.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 0 / 1
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- 0
Eligible universe: 1 stock.
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -51.3% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Famous Footwear (Retail) | Sale of branded athletic and casual footwear through physical stores and website. | The main revenue driver that provides steady cash flow through high-volume retail sales. |
| Brand Portfolio (Wholesale) | Design and sale of owned brands like Sam Edelman and Naturalizer to third-party retailers. | Provides brand equity and growth potential through diverse fashion footwear offerings. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 8.57 | Forward PE 6.11 | Enterprise Value 1.28B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.16 |
Enterprise Value 1.28B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.16 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.45 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.21 | Shares Outstanding 34.50M | Shares Floating 32.72M |
Shares Outstanding 34.50M | Shares Floating 32.72M | ||
Percent Insiders 4.44 | Percent Institutions 89.46 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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