Macy’s Raises Full Year Outlook After Strong Q2 — Says Inventories ‘Well-Positioned’ Heading Into Second Half Of 2026

Berkshire Hathaway's investment in Macy's, a brick-and-mortar retailer, may seem questionable but shows potential. Macy's sales have stabilized, with same-store sales growing 2.7% last quarter, and the company raised its full-year revenue and earnings guidance. Analysts expect revenue to decline slightly but predict efficiency gains will boost earnings. Berkshire's stake, now 7.4 million shares, could be a turnaround play rather than a real estate bet, with Macy's trading at a low P/E ratio of 8

Macy's (M) reported earnings, raised guidance, and completed a multiyear buyback. The stock is down 6.84% in 30 days and 10.36% in 90 days, but up 27.25% in 1 year and 2.3x in 3 years. Analysts estimate a fair value of $22.77, slightly above the current $21.64, suggesting a small discount. The company's growth in luxury and off-price segments supports future revenue growth, but e-commerce competition and margin pressures remain concerns.

Macy's (M) reported Q2 earnings that surpassed expectations, with revenue up 1.1% to $4.9B and adjusted EPS at $0.63. Comparable sales rose 2.7% across Macy's, Bloomingdale's, and Bluemercury. Management highlighted margin expansion, cash flow improvements, and strategic initiatives, while raising full-year guidance. However, third-quarter outlook remains cautious with flat-to-slightly-negative comps and a small EPS loss.

Macy's reported Q2 2026 net sales of $4.9B, up 1.1% YoY, with comparable sales rising 2.7%. All major brands saw growth, with Bloomingdale's up 11.3%. Gross margin increased to 41.5%, and net income nearly doubled. The company raised its FY2026 guidance for sales, EBITDA margin, and EPS. Macy's ended the quarter with $1.3B in cash and $2B in available credit.

Macy’s (M) reported Q2 earnings of $0.40 per share, beating estimates, with revenue of $4.87B. Comparable sales rose 2.7%, with Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury seeing significant gains. The company raised full-year guidance to $21.68B-$21.83B in sales and $2.15-$2.35 in EPS. M stock rose 4% premarket.

Macy's Inc (M) shares rose 8% to $22.06 on September 11, 2026, after reporting better-than-expected Q2 earnings. The company's dividend yield is 3.35% with a 32% payout ratio and 5% growth over 3 years. However, GF Value™ flags the stock as 38.7% overvalued. Macy's GF Score™ is 73, indicating strengths in profitability and momentum. Insiders have sold $8.8M in shares, while 10 institutional investors hold positions, with mixed activity. The company operates 660 stores and has a market cap of $5.