UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Nebraska 47-0366193 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: 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 finan ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net income for Q4 2022 was $87.8 million or $1.76 per share, compared to $83.9 million or $1.69 per share in Q4 2021, reflecting an increase in net income [8] - For the full fiscal year 2022, net income was $254.6 million or $5.13 per share, slightly down from $254.8 million or $5.16 per share in the previous year [8] - Net sales for Q4 2022 increased by 5.5% to $401.8 million, compared to $380.9 million in Q4 2021 [9] - Full-year net sales rose by 3.9% to $1.345 billion, up from $1.295 billion in the prior year [9] - Operating margin for Q4 2022 was 27.4%, down from 28.8% in Q4 2021, while the full-year operating margin was 24.4%, down from 25.9% [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Men's merchandise sales for Q4 2022 increased by 8.5%, representing approximately 57.5% of total sales, up from 55.5% in the prior year [17] - Women's merchandise sales decreased by 0.5%, accounting for approximately 42.5% of sales, down from 44.5% in the prior year [23] - Youth business grew by 16.5% in Q4 and approximately 27% for the full year, representing 3% of total sales [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Online sales for Q4 2022 increased by 2.3% to $74.8 million, while full-year online sales rose by 4.3% to $230.4 million [9] - Inventory as of January 28, 2023, was $125.1 million, up 22.5% year-over-year [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain long-term profitability while optimizing its store base and enhancing multi-channel business operations [5][6] - Plans for fiscal 2023 include opening six new stores and completing 12 to 17 full remodeling projects [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged a tough comparison for February sales, which showed a 6% decline, primarily due to a strong performance in the previous year [28] - The company feels confident about its inventory levels and expects new deliveries to generate excitement in stores [35] Other Important Information - The company ended the year debt-free with total cash and investments of $293.7 million, after paying $202.9 million in dividends [6][13] - The company has a consistent practice of paying quarterly dividends and has paid a special dividend for the 15th consecutive year [6] Q&A Session Summary Question: February sales numbers showed a 6% decline. What insights can you provide? - Management indicated that the decline was primarily due to tough comparisons from the previous year, where sales were up 33% [28] Question: How are you thinking about inventory levels and consumer caution? - Management expressed confidence in inventory levels, noting that while dollar amounts are up, units are down approximately 4% from 2019, indicating a comfortable position [35] Question: Is the comparison to 2019 a guideline for normalized performance? - Management confirmed that comparisons to 2019 are a guideline some investors prefer, highlighting that e-commerce business is up over 100% from 2019 [36]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended October 29, 2022 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File Number: 001-12951 THE BUCKLE, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Nebraska 47-0366193 (State or other ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net income for Q3 2022 was $61.4 million or $1.24 per share, a slight decrease from $62.2 million or $1.26 per share in Q3 2021 [6] - Year-to-date net income for the 39-week period was $166.8 million or $3.37 per share, down from $170.9 million or $3.46 per share in the prior year [7] - Net sales for Q3 2022 increased by 4% to $332.3 million compared to $319.4 million in Q3 2021 [8] - Year-to-date net sales increased by 3.3% to $943.4 million compared to $913.7 million in the prior year [9] - Gross margin for Q3 2022 was 49.8%, down 60 basis points from 50.4% in Q3 2021 [11] - Operating margin for Q3 2022 was 23.9%, compared to 25.7% in Q3 2021 [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Women's merchandise sales were up slightly, accounting for approximately 46.5% of sales compared to 48% in the prior year [20] - Men's merchandise sales increased by 6%, representing approximately 53.5% of total sales compared to 52% in the prior year [22] - Accessory sales were up approximately 15.5%, while footwear sales were down about 17% [23] - Denim accounted for approximately 42.5% of sales, while tops accounted for approximately 30.5% [24] - Private label sales represented 46% of total sales for the quarter, up from 44% in Q3 2021 [27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Online sales increased by 8.8% to $55 million in Q3 2022 [8] - Comparable store sales for Q3 2022 increased by 3% compared to the same period in the prior year [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to complete eight additional full remodel projects and open one new store by the end of the year [18] - Capital expenditures for the year are expected to be in the range of $26 million to $30 million, including store projects and IT investments [18] - The company is focusing on expanding its private label business and improving inventory positioning [27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in inventory levels, noting that inventory is up 10% over 2019 but sales were nearly 50% higher than in 2019 [29] - The company is comfortable with its inventory strategy, having brought in products early to avoid potential supply chain disruptions [32] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with 441 retail stores in 42 states, consistent with the store count from the previous year [18] - Capital expenditures for Q3 2022 were $7.5 million, with year-to-date capital expenditures totaling $22.4 million [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you define what you mean by "clean" inventory? - Management indicated that inventory is up 10% over 2019, with a portion attributed to cost increases and inventory in transit, but they are comfortable with the levels given the sales performance [29][30] Question: Will a potential rail strike affect your supply chain? - Management confirmed that they do not use rail for freight, so a rail strike would not impact their supply chain [34]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended July 30, 2022 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File Number: 001-12951 THE BUCKLE, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Nebraska 47-0366193 (State or other ju ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net income for Q2 2022 was $50.1 million, or $1.01 per diluted share, compared to $51.4 million, or $1.04 per diluted share in Q2 2021, reflecting a decrease of 2.5% in net income [6] - Year-to-date net income for the 26-week period ended July 30, 2022, was $105.4 million, or $2.13 per diluted share, down from $108.7 million, or $2.20 per diluted share for the same period in 2021 [6] - Net sales for Q2 2022 increased by 2.3% to $302 million compared to $295.1 million in Q2 2021 [7] - Year-to-date net sales increased by 2.8% to $611 million for the 26-week period ended July 30, 2022, compared to $594.2 million in the prior year [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Women's merchandise sales increased approximately 1% in Q2 2022, accounting for 44.5% of total sales, down from 45% in the prior year [17] - Men's merchandise sales were up 2%, representing 55.5% of total sales, compared to 55% in the prior year [18] - Accessory sales increased approximately 8.5%, and footwear sales were up about 5%, accounting for approximately 11% and 8.5% of net sales, respectively [19] - Youth merchandise was the fastest-growing category with approximately 37% year-over-year growth, representing about 3% of total sales for the quarter [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Comparable store sales for Q2 2022 increased by 1.6% compared to the same period in the prior year [7] - Online sales increased by 6.5% to $46.2 million in Q2 2022 [7] - Average transaction value increased by about 4% for the quarter [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to continue expanding its youth merchandise offerings and has improved denim selection and expanded girls' tops [28] - The company anticipates completing 11 additional full remodeling projects and opening 2 new stores for the remainder of the year [15] - Capital expenditures are expected to be in the range of $22 million to $27 million, including planned store projects and IT investments [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in inventory levels, stating that dollar inventory is up 35% but is at the same level as 2019, with sales being in the high 40% up over 2019 [22] - Management does not project additional operating leverage in the back half of the year due to high operating margins and increased labor costs [24][25] - The company is encouraged by the guest response to the youth business and aims to grow this segment further [20] Other Important Information - Gross margin for Q2 2022 was 48.2%, slightly up from 48.1% in Q2 2021, while year-to-date gross margin was consistent at 48.7% [9] - Selling, general and administrative expenses for Q2 2022 were 26.4% of sales, up from 25.1% in the prior year [10] - The company ended the quarter with inventory of $128.5 million and total cash and investments of $304.8 million [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you comment on inventories that year-over-year increase? - Management noted that dollar inventory is up 35%, but at the same level as 2019, with units of inventory up about 18% [22] Question: Do you see any opportunity to get some operating leverage in the back half of the year? - Management stated they won't project additional operating leverage, as operating margins are already high [24] Question: What is driving the youth initiative and what age range are you targeting? - Management indicated improvements in denim selection and expanded girls' tops are driving the youth initiative, targeting ages 7 to 14, with a sweet spot of 8 to 12 years old [28][29]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended April 30, 2022 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File Number: 001-12951 THE BUCKLE, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Nebraska 47-0366193 (State or other j ...

The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE:BKE) Q1 2022 Earnings Conference Call May 26, 2022 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Tom Heacock - SVP of Finance Treasurer, and CFO Adam Akerson - VP, Finance and Corporate Controller Dennis Nelson - President and CEO Conference Call Participants Peter Brotchie - Brotchie Capital Management Jon Braatz - Kansas City Capital Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by. Members of Buckle's Management on the call today are Dennis Nelson, President and CEO; Tom Heacock, Senior ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended January 29, 2022 o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File Number: 001-12951 THE BUCKLE, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Nebraska 47-0366193 (State or other jurisdi ...

The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE:BKE) Q4 2021 Earnings Conference Call March 11, 2022 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Dennis Nelson - President and Chief Executive Officer Tom Heacock - Senior Vice President of Finance Treasurer, and Chief Financial Officer Adam Akerson - Vice President Finance and Corporate Controller Conference Call Participants Peter Brotchie - Brotchie Capital Management Jon Braatz - Kansas City Capital John Deysher - Pinnacle Value Fund Jenifer Taylor - MAC Funds Operator Ladies and gentlemen, ...