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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: GCO (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $32.67
1 Year Target Price $32.67
0 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
3 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -19.6% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 358.30M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 32.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 32.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 2.22 | 52 Weeks Range 16.19 - 44.80 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 16.19 - 44.80 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.49 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-28 | When Before Market | Estimate -1.25 | Actual -1.14 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -1.03% | Operating Margin (TTM) -2.65% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.69% | Return on Equity (TTM) -4.8% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 20.49 | Enterprise Value 907390155 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.15 |
Enterprise Value 907390155 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.15 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.38 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.57 | Shares Outstanding 10795400 | Shares Floating 8737493 |
Shares Outstanding 10795400 | Shares Floating 8737493 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.93 | Percent Institutions 104.82 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Genesco Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Genesco Inc. was founded in 1924 as the Jarman Shoe Company. It has evolved from a footwear manufacturer and retailer into a multi-brand specialty retailer with a focus on branded footwear and accessories.
Core Business Areas
- Journeys Group: Retails branded footwear, apparel, and accessories primarily targeting teens and young adults through the Journeys, Schuh, and Little Burgundy retail chains and e-commerce sites.
- Genesco Brands: Sells branded footwear, primarily through wholesale distribution channels and through owned retail stores, including Johnston & Murphy.
Leadership and Structure
Mimi E. Vaughn is the current Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a hierarchical structure, with executive leadership overseeing various divisions and functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Branded Footwear: Wide range of branded footwear products, including athletic shoes, casual shoes, dress shoes, and boots, sold through retail stores and wholesale channels. Market share varies by brand and segment; competitive landscape includes Nike, Adidas, and other major footwear brands. Revenue information for specific products is not publicly broken out.
- Apparel and Accessories: Includes clothing, bags, hats, and other accessories. Contributes to overall revenue through retail channels. Competition comes from other apparel retailers such as Urban Outfitters and Zumiez.
- Johnston & Murphy Footwear & Accessories: Luxury footwear, apparel, and accessories targeted to business professionals. Competitors include Cole Haan, Allen Edmonds and Ferragamo.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The footwear and apparel retail industry is characterized by intense competition, evolving consumer preferences, and increasing e-commerce penetration. Trends include athleisure, sustainability, and personalized shopping experiences.
Positioning
Genesco Inc. positions itself as a multi-brand specialty retailer catering to diverse consumer segments through its retail and wholesale channels. It faces competition from large footwear brands, department stores, and online retailers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global footwear market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Genesco's TAM is within the branded footwear and accessories segments, estimated to be tens of billions. Genesco is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its various retail and wholesale channels.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diverse brand portfolio
- Established retail presence
- Strong wholesale distribution network
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on fashion trends
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Intense competition
- Brand concentration in Journeys
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- E-commerce growth
- Strategic acquisitions
- Product diversification
Threats
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturn
- Increased online competition
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DSW Inc (DSW)
- Foot Locker Inc (FL)
- Caleres Inc (CAL)
Competitive Landscape
Genesco's advantages include its diverse brand portfolio and established retail presence. Disadvantages include intense competition and dependence on fashion trends.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Genesco's historical growth has been influenced by factors such as retail expansion, brand acquisitions, and e-commerce initiatives.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on factors such as market trends, competitive landscape, and company-specific strategies. Analyst estimates should be consulted for specific projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives may include store openings, e-commerce investments, brand acquisitions, and operational efficiency improvements.
Summary
Genesco is a multi-brand retailer with a diverse portfolio and a strong retail presence, benefiting from its wholesale distribution. Dependence on fashion trends and intense competition pose challenges. E-commerce growth and strategic initiatives like diversification represent opportunities. Management needs to watch out for changing consumer preferences and economic factors.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Company Investor Relations Materials
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate and may vary depending on the source. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Genesco Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Nashville, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1985-07-01 | Chairman, President & CEO Ms. Mimi Eckel Vaughn | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Retail | Full time employees 5400 | Website https://www.genesco.com |
Full time employees 5400 | Website https://www.genesco.com |
Genesco Inc. operates as a retailer and wholesaler of footwear, apparel, and accessories. The company operates through four segments: Journeys Group, Schuh Group, Johnston & Murphy Group, and Genesco Brands Group. The Journeys Group segment offers footwear and accessories for young men, women, and children through the Journeys, Journeys Kidz, and Little Burgundy retail chains, as well as through e-commerce operations. The Schuh Group segment operates Schuh retail footwear stores that offer casual and athletic footwear, as well as sells footwear through e-commerce. The Johnston & Murphy Group segment is involved in the retail and e-commerce operations; and wholesale distribution of footwear, apparel, and accessories primarily for men. The Genesco Brands Group segment markets footwear under the Levi's, Dockers, G.H. Bass, and other brands. The company provides its products through catalogs and e-commerce websites, including journeys.com, journeyskidz.com, journeys.ca, schuh.co.uk, schuh.ie, schuh.eu, littleburgundyshoes.com, johnstonmurphy.com, nashvilleshoewarehouse.com, and dockersshoes.com. It operates retail stores in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland primarily under the Journeys, Journeys Kidz, Schuh, Little Burgundy, and Johnston & Murphy brands. Genesco Inc. was incorporated in 1934 and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.

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