Macy's (NYSE:M) has demonstrated a strong financial performance in the third quarter of 2025. The company reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.09, which exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.13 per share. This represents a significant improvement from the $0.04 per share earnings recorded in the same quarter last year, as highlighted by Business Wire.
The earnings surprise for this quarter was an impressive +169.23%. Macy's has consistently outperformed expectations, with the previous quarter also showing a +115.79% surprise, delivering earnings of $0.41 per share against an anticipated $0.19. Over the past four quarters, Macy's has consistently surpassed consensus EPS estimates, showcasing its strong financial management.
In terms of revenue, Macy's generated $4.71 billion for the quarter ending October 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.56%. Although this is slightly lower than the $4.74 billion reported in the same period last year, Macy's has exceeded consensus revenue estimates in three of the last four quarters. This performance highlights its strong position within the Zacks Retail - Regional Department Stores industry.
Macy's financial metrics further illustrate its market position. The company has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 12.71, indicating the price investors are willing to pay for each dollar of earnings. The price-to-sales ratio stands at about 0.26, suggesting that investors are paying 26 cents for every dollar of sales. Additionally, the enterprise value to sales ratio is around 0.48, reflecting the company's valuation relative to its revenue.
Macy's maintains a moderate level of debt with a debt-to-equity ratio of approximately 0.31. The current ratio is around 1.25, indicating that Macy's has a good level of liquidity to cover its short-term liabilities. The company's earnings yield is about 7.87%, providing a solid return on investment for shareholders. These financial metrics underscore Macy's robust financial health and its ability to navigate the current economic landscape.
