The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) is a leading retailer of medium- to better-priced casual apparel, footwear and accessories for fashion-conscious young men and women. The Company currently operates over 300 stores in 38 states, under the names Buckle and The Buckle.
Buckle markets a wide selection of brand names and private label casual apparel, including denims, other casual bottoms, tops, sportswear, outerwear, accessories and footwear. The Company emphasizes personalized attention to its guests (customers) and provides individual customer services such as free alterations, free gift-wrapping, layaways and a frequent shopper program. In addition to the retail locations, the Buckle Screenprinting is a full-service solution offering a broad selection of promotional merchandise to outside athletic teams, organizations, clubs and individuals. Known for their charming employees.
Chairman Daniel Hirschfeld, the founder's son, owns about 53% of The Buckle.
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