Genesco Inc (GCO) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Genesco Inc stock (GCO) is currently trading at $27.52. Genesco Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.11. Analyst consensus price target for GCO is $36.00. WallStSmart rates GCO as Hold.
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- GCO fair value vs current price
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- Is GCO undervalued or overvalued?
- Genesco Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- GCO Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- GCO analyst price target and Smart Rating
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Smart Analysis
Genesco Inc (GCO) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Genesco Inc (GCO) Key Strengths (5)
Growing significantly faster than its price suggests
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets
Earnings per share surging 41.60% year-over-year
95.41% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Supporting Valuation Data
Genesco Inc (GCO) Areas to Watch (5)
Very low returns on shareholder equity
Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility
Modest revenue growth at 7.20%
Genesco Inc (GCO) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 64/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 2.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.68), Price/Sales (0.11), Price/Book (0.52) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 41.60%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 7.20%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 2.38%, Operating Margin at 6.97%, Profit Margin at 0.55%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 2.38% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 7.20% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Price/Sales) and negatives (Return on Equity, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
GCO Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
GCO's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.11x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 0.24x (4th percentile). The current valuation is 72% below its historical high of 0.39x set in Jun 2007, and 10% above its historical low of 0.1x in Oct 2017. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~0.1x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Genesco Inc (GCO) · CONSUMER CYCLICAL › APPAREL RETAIL
The Big Picture
Genesco Inc operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 2.4B with 7% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 0.5%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.
Key Findings
Generating 121M in free cash flow and 173M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
ROE of 2.4% suggests the company isn't efficiently converting equity into profits.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Genesco Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.87, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.
Sector dynamics: monitor APPAREL RETAIL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Genesco Inc.
Bottom Line
Genesco Inc offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(6 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
GRAY, ANDREW Senior VP | Buy | +34,579 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
GRAY, ANDREW Senior VP | Sell | -2,060 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 10:11:43 AM
About Genesco Inc(GCO)
NYSE
CONSUMER CYCLICAL
APPAREL RETAIL
USA
Genesco Inc. is a retailer and wholesaler of footwear, apparel and accessories. The company is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.