Steven Madden (NASDAQ:SHOO – Get Free Report) announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday. The textile maker reported $0.79 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.73 by $0.06, FiscalAI reports. The company had revenue of $772.61 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $774.35 million. Steven Madden had a return on equity of 13.85% and a net margin of 5.23%. Steven Madden’s revenue was up 15.0% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business earned $0.43 EPS.
Here are the key takeaways from Steven Madden’s conference call:
- Third-quarter revenue rose 15.7% to $772.6 million and diluted EPS increased 85% to $0.79. The company raised its 2026 outlook to revenue growth of 12%–13% and diluted EPS of $2.15–$2.20.
- Growth was broad across brands: Steve Madden posted strong results across categories and channels, Dolce Vita delivered record third-quarter revenue, and Betsey Johnson is on track for low-teens annual growth. Management also raised its Dolce Vita forecast to low-double-digit growth.
- Wholesale revenue gained 19.4%, partly because shipments shifted back into the quarter after tariff-related disruptions affected the prior year. Management expects wholesale revenue to decline 6%–7% in Q4, while branded wholesale growth for the second half is still expected to be in the low double digits.
- Kurt Geiger’s growth moderated after an exceptionally strong first quarter: third-quarter DTC comps rose 6%, and the full-year revenue outlook is back to low-double-digit growth after previously being raised to mid-teens.
- Private-label revenue remains under pressure, with management expecting a mid-teens decline in 2026 and estimating the business will be down roughly $110 million–$115 million from 2024. Management’s near-term aim is to stabilize the business and be roughly flat next year.
Steven Madden Stock Up 1.3%
SHOO stock traded up $0.51 on Friday, reaching $39.50. 3,111,064 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 1,071,092. Steven Madden has a one year low of $31.33 and a one year high of $49.70. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13, a current ratio of 1.91 and a quick ratio of 1.13. The company has a market cap of $2.89 billion, a P/E ratio of 24.18 and a beta of 1.14. The firm has a fifty day simple moving average of $43.80 and a 200-day simple moving average of $41.41.
Steven Madden Dividend Announcement
The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 24th. Investors of record on Friday, December 11th will be given a dividend of $0.21 per share. This represents a $0.84 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.1%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, December 11th. Steven Madden’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 42.21%.
Analyst Ratings Changes
A number of brokerages have issued reports on SHOO. Telsey Advisory Group boosted their price objective on shares of Steven Madden from $50.00 to $55.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research report on Friday, July 31st. UBS Group reaffirmed a “neutral” rating and issued a $45.00 target price (up from $40.00) on shares of Steven Madden in a research report on Friday, July 31st. Citigroup reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $55.00 price target (up from $45.00) on shares of Steven Madden in a research note on Friday, July 31st. BTIG Research reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $55.00 price target on shares of Steven Madden in a research note on Tuesday, October 27th. Finally, BMO Capital Markets started coverage on shares of Steven Madden in a research report on Tuesday, September 8th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $60.00 price target for the company. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, five have issued a Buy rating and four have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $52.20.
Read Our Latest Stock Analysis on SHOO
Steven Madden News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting Steven Madden this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Q3 profit beat and outlook raised: Steven Madden reported earnings of $0.79 per share, above analyst expectations. Revenue rose about 15% year over year, while wholesale sales increased 19.4% and margins improved. Management raised its 2026 sales and adjusted EPS outlook, giving investors reasons for optimism despite the slight revenue miss. SHOO Q3 Earnings Beat on Wholesale Strength, 2026 Outlook Raised
- Positive Sentiment: Bullish analyst view: BTIG reiterated its Buy rating and $55 price target, citing the strong quarter and raised outlook. BTIG Buy rating and price target
- Neutral Sentiment: Dividend declared: The company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.21 per share, equivalent to $0.84 annually. Steven Madden reports results and declares dividend
- Negative Sentiment: Revenue narrowly missed estimates: Quarterly revenue of $772.6 million came in slightly below the roughly $774 million consensus, tempering the earnings beat. Steven Madden raises 2026 profit outlook after Q3 earnings beat, sales miss
- Negative Sentiment: Some caution on valuation and risks: Needham lowered its price target to $45 while keeping a Buy rating; Jefferies’ Hold view points to risks that may limit enthusiasm. Jefferies analyst view on Steven Madden
About Steven Madden
Steven Madden, Ltd. is a fashion company that designs, sources, markets and sells footwear, handbags, accessories and apparel. Its products are offered under the Steve Madden brand and a portfolio of owned, licensed and distributed brands, including Dolce Vita, Betsey Johnson, Blondo, Mad Love and Greats.
The company sells its products through wholesale channels, including department stores, specialty retailers and online retailers, as well as through its own retail stores and e-commerce websites.
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