Cato

Cato CROIC

The Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) of Cato (CATO) as of Oct 12, 2026 is -1.70 %. In the previous year, Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) was -8.96 % — a change of -81.06% (higher).

CROIC

-1.70 %

YoY

-81.06%

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Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) of Cato is 2026 -1.70 % . Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) of Cato was 2025 -8.96 % . It decreases by -81.06% higher compared to the previous year.

The Cato CROIC history

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CROIC
Date
CROIC
Jan 1, 2019
17.64 USD
Jan 1, 2020
8.56 USD
Jan 1, 2021
-9.85 USD
Jan 1, 2022
12.70 USD
Jan 1, 2023
-1.51 USD
Jan 1, 2024
-3.49 USD
Jan 1, 2025
-8.96 USD
Jan 1, 2026
-1.70 USD
The Cato CROIC history
YEARCROICYoY
-1.70 %-81.06%
-8.96 %+156.78%
-3.49 %+131.01%
-1.51 %-111.90%
12.70 %-228.85%
-9.85 %-215.15%
8.56 %-51.48%
17.64 %+131.27%
7.63 %-34.69%
11.68 %-28.41%
16.31 %-29.96%
23.29 %+48.33%
15.70 %—
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Cato Stock analysis

What does Cato do? Cato Corp is a retailer specializing in women's fashion. It was founded in 1946 by Wayland Henry Cato and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company started as a small family business and has grown over the years to become one of the leading fashion stores in the USA. Cato Corp operates over 1,300 stores in 33 states and employs more than 10,000 employees. They offer a wide range of clothing styles for women of all ages and sizes. Cato is known for its fashionable clothing at affordable prices. The company's business model is based on three pillars: Convenience, Value, and Fashion. Convenience focuses on providing customers with a simple and hassle-free shopping experience. Cato also offers online shopping options for added convenience. Value ensures that customers receive excellent value for their money. Cato offers trendy clothing at low prices, allowing customers to acquire a wide range of clothing styles at affordable prices. Fashion aims to offer fashionable clothing and accessories that align with current trends. Cato works closely with designers to ensure that the clothing offered meets the desires and requirements of customers. The company has also developed its own brand called "Cato Fashions," which is an exclusive and affordable collection designed specifically for women. They also operate a plus-size shop called "It's Fashion Metro Plus" catering to sizes 16 to 24, offering a wide range of dresses, blouses, pants, and accessories specifically designed for women in these sizes. Another area is "Versona," which focuses on accessories such as shoes, bags, and jewelry. Versona stores are fashionable and stylish, offering a wide range of accessories to complement any outfit. Overall, Cato Corp is a retailer specializing in women's fashion, offering a wide range of clothing styles and accessories. The company has earned a good reputation for its affordable prices and trendy clothing, and it operates based on the pillars of convenience, value, and fashion. Cato is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cato stock

Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) of Cato is -1.70 % in 2026.

Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) of Cato changed from -8.96 % to -1.70 %, representing a -81.06% change. The value is higher than the previous year.

On Eulerpool you can find the complete historical development of Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) Cato since 2006 – with annual values, charts, and detailed analysis.

CROIC measures the cash return generated on invested capital. Unlike ROIC, it uses free cash flow instead of accounting earnings, providing a purer profitability measure.

A 'good' varies by industry and company stage. On Eulerpool, you can compare Cash Return on Invested Capital (CROIC)'s Cato with sector peers and the industry average to assess whether it is attractive.

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