Big Lots, Inc.

Big Lots, Inc.

BIG
Big Lots, Inc.US flagNew York Stock Exchange
0.50
USD
+0.04
- -
14.75MMarket Cap
2012 Y
2013 Y
2014 Y
2015 Y
2016 Y
2017 Y
2018 Y
2019 Y
2020 Y
2021 Y
2022 Y
2023 Y
2024 Y
TTM
Revenue per Share
75.52
87.09
89.26
94.24
102.75
114.62
122.95
128.36
135.64
162.14
187.96
189.48
161.97
153.81
Basic EPS, GAAP
3.03
2.96
2.18
2.08
2.83
3.37
4.43
3.84
6.18
16.46
5.43
-7.3
-16.53
-15.99
Free Cash Flow per Basic Share
4.66
4.7
3.45
5.8
6.78
6.88
5.48
2.19
8.64
10.45
5.92
-5
-8.64
-9.06
Dividend per Share
- -
- -
- -
0.51
0.76
0.85
1.04
1.24
1.23
1.23
1.27
1.28
0.34
0.01
Book Value per Share
25.18
31.7
35.23
38.38
43.78
51.3
57.67
63.13
70.61
87.68
106.61
112.31
94.39
78.64
Tangible Book Value per Share
11.87
12.44
15.7
14.37
14.26
14.36
15.64
16.98
21.54
33.42
30.78
26.47
9.76
-5.27
Basic Weighted Avg Shares
68
60
57
55
51
45
43
41
39
38
33
29
29
29
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
5,159
5,212
5,125
5,177
5,191
5,194
5,264
5,238
5,323
6,199
6,151
5,468
4,722
4,515
Operating Margin (%)
6.66
5.98
4.49
4.34
4.54
4.77
5.72
4.17
2.94
6.35
3.88
-5.15
-12.7
-13.82
Depreciation Expense
83
96
102
106
108
108
106
114
136
139
144
156
147
134
Net Income, GAAP
207
177
125
114
143
153
190
157
242
629
178
-211
-482
-469
Effective Tax Rate (%)
39.36
38.06
37.7
38.41
37.02
37.44
35.73
24.43
23.64
25.5
23.31
- -
- -
22.12
Profit Margin (%)
4.01
3.4
2.44
2.21
2.75
2.94
3.61
3
4.55
10.15
2.89
-3.85
-10.2
-10.4
Working Capital
422
461
544
411
316
316
432
489
193
585
286
365
255
-350
LT Debt
66
171
77
62
62
106
215
519
1,319
1,501
1,573
1,815
2,023
1,532
Total Equity
823
758
901
790
720
651
670
693
845
1,278
1,007
764
284
-155
Return on Invested Capital (%)
21.88
20.31
14.58
14.97
17.87
19.44
23.04
15.69
6.61
10.73
6.22
- -
- -
- -
Return on Capital (%)
12.66
9.31
6.11
5.43
6.53
6.63
7.59
5.7
6.89
13.54
3.56
- -
- -
5.3
Return on Common Equity (%)
12.81
9.79
6.39
5.53
6.61
6.74
7.92
6.22
9.07
20.55
5.2
-6.26
-16.08
-18.46

Capital Structure

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Jan'24
Apr'25
Jul'25
ST Debt
249
237
813
LT Borrowings
406
574
- -
LT Finance Leases
1,617
1,565
1,532
Preferred Equity and Hybrid Capital
- -
- -
- -
Shares Outstanding
29
30
30
Market Capitalization
167
103
30

Working Capital

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Jan'24
Apr'25
Jul'25
Total Current Assets
1,086
1,076
978
Cash, Cash Equivalents & STI
46
44
53
Accounts Receivable, Net
- -
- -
- -
Inventories
953
950
837
Total Current Liabilities
831
772
1,327
Payables & Accruals
548
504
485
ST Debt
249
237
813
Deferred Revenue
- -
- -
- -

Growth Rates

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

(avg. rate of change)

10 years
5 years
1 year
Total Equity
-5.94%
-6.99%
-62.76%
Free Cash Flow
11.81%
29.1%
74.63%
Net Income, GAAP
8.25%
10.49%
128.69%
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
-0.52%
-1.49%
-13.65%
Total Cash Common Dividend
- -
-20.66%
-73.5%

Quarterly Revenue

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2023
1,375
1,346
1,204
1,543
5,468
2024
1,124
1,139
1,027
1,432
4,722
2025
1,009
1,047
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Earnings Per Share

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2023
-0.39
-2.91
-3.56
-0.43
-7.3
2024
-7.1
-8.56
0.16
-1.05
-16.53
2025
-6.99
-8.04
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Dividends Per Share

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2023
0.37
0.3
0.3
0.3
1.28
2024
0.33
0.01
- -
- -
0.34
2025
0.01
- -
- -
- -
- -

Company Description

MCPAPIChat
CEO
Bruce K. Thorn
Full Time Employees
10,000
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Discount Stores
Address
4900 East Dublin Granville Road Columbus OH United States of America 43081
IPO Date
Jun 20, 1985
Business
Big Lots, Inc. operates as a discount retail chain in the United States, offering a wide assortment of closeout and overstock merchandise. The company’s core product offerings include affordable furniture; home décor; mattresses; everyday essentials for the home; kitchen goods; grocery items; apparel for the entire family; health and beauty products; toys; and seasonal merchandise. Its stores provide a “treasure hunt” shopping experience focusing on value-driven deals with a mix of name brands and private label products, such as the Real Living furniture line. Big Lots operates over 200 stores across various U.S. states, with an emphasis on serving both metropolitan and smaller community markets. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. In late 2024, Big Lots filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and announced plans to liquidate and close many of its stores. However, in a significant strategic development, Big Lots reached a sale agreement with Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, which facilitated the transfer of 200 to 400 stores and some distribution centers to Variety Wholesalers, a private discount retailer with over 400 stores across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Under the new ownership of Variety Wholesalers, Big Lots began reopening stores in 2025, with over 219 locations revived by mid-year and plans for further expansion continuing. This transition marks a major operational and strategic shift aimed at preserving the brand and continuing to serve customers with a refreshed product mix and enhanced in-store experiences, including technology upgrades like advanced point-of-sale systems. The revamp includes a renewed focus on apparel, home décor accessories, and everyday value products while maintaining the discount retail format. Big Lots' revitalization under Variety Wholesalers reflects a substantial business turnaround, shifting from liquidation to growth with a commitment to community-focused retail stores across multiple states. The company positions itself as a value retailer with a broad merchandising mix, leveraging its long-standing brand legacy since its founding over five decades ago. This recent acquisition and reopening strategy represent the most significant change in the company’s operations and market presence in its history.

Company News

MCPAPIChat
  • Big Lots! Brings Signature Design by Ashley® Furniture Back to Stores Nationwide

  • Mulberry and Big Lots! Launch “The BIG!

  • Big Lots! Grand Opening Celebration This Thursday October 30 with Giveaways, Raffles, and Doorbusters

  • Big Lots! Announces Grand Opening Celebration Across All Stores Thursday, October 30

  • Big Lots, Inc. (BIG) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript

  • Big Lots was ‘too expensive' — the discounter's new owner says

  • Big Lots to reopen more than 100 shuttered stores after bankruptcy filing

  • Big Lots stores reopening update: Here's the full list of locations that will open this week

  • Big Lots! Stores to Open Under New Ownership, Variety Wholesalers Delivering Unbeatable Bargains to Shoppers

  • Ollie's Bargain Outlet Acquires 40 Former Big Lots Stores from Gordon Brothers

  • Big Lots' Long Road Ahead: Discount Retailer Faces Challenges Despite Acquisition

  • Half Of Big Lots Stores Could Be Saved In Variety Wholesalers Deal

  • Big Lots gets green light for last-minute sale of 200 to 400 stores

  • Big Lots Deal Rescues Hundreds of Stores From Closure

  • Big Lots reaches deal to keep hundreds of stores open, save jobs

  • Big Lots Announces ‘Going Out Of Business Sale' As Nexus Acquisition Falls Through

  • Big Lots to start holding ‘going out of business' sales at remaining locations

  • Big Lots Says Previously Announced Sale Has Fallen Through

  • Big Lots Leans on Digital as Foundation for Bankruptcy Exit

  • BIG LOTS RECEIVES COURT APPROVAL FOR SALE TO NEXUS