On January 28, 2026, Buckle Inc. approved its executive compensation program for the fiscal year 2026, including salaries: CEO Dennis H. Nelson at $1,340,000 and CFO Thomas B. Heacock at $665,000. Notable changes include the non-inclusion of retirees Kari G. Smith and Michelle M. Hoffman in this program and the establishment of a new cash incentive plan linked to performance metrics.