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Build-A-Bear

39.43 USD
+2.26
6.08%
Updated Apr 1, 3:39 PM EDT
1 day
6.08%
5 days
2.42%
1 month
-3.57%
3 months
-10.55%
6 months
20.73%
Year to date
-10.55%
1 year
33.03%
5 years
3,131.97%
10 years
97.15%
 

About: Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc is a U.S.-based specialty retailer of customized stuffed animals and related products. The company operates through three segments. Its Direct-to-consumer segment with key revenue, includes the operating activities of corporately-managed locations and other retail delivery operations in the U.S., Canada, China, Denmark, Ireland, and the U.K., including the company's e-commerce sites and temporary stores. The international franchising segment includes the licensing activities of the company's franchise agreements with store locations in Europe, Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and Africa. The commercial segment includes the transactions with other businesses, mainly comprised of licensing the intellectual properties for third-party use and wholesale activities.

Employees: 4,550

0
Funds holding %
of 7,398 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

119% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 35 | Existing positions closed: 16

31% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $397M [Q3] → $519M (+$121M) [Q4]

10% more funds holding

Funds holding: 144 [Q3] → 159 (+15) [Q4]

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 7 [Q3] → 7 (+0) [Q4]

1.64% less ownership

Funds ownership: 85.46% [Q3] → 83.82% (-1.64%) [Q4]

12% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 44 | Existing positions reduced: 50

60% less call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $11.5M | Put options by funds: $28.7M

Research analyst outlook

2 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target
$50
27%
upside
Avg. target
$54
37%
upside
High target
$58
47%
upside

2 analyst ratings

positive
100%
neutral
0%
negative
0%
Small Cap Consumer Research
Eric Beder
21% 1-year accuracy
39 / 183 met price target
47%upside
$58
Buy
Reiterated
25 Mar 2025
DA Davidson
Michael Baker
36% 1-year accuracy
16 / 45 met price target
27%upside
$50
Buy
Maintained
14 Mar 2025

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 10 articles about BBW published over the past 30 days

Positive
Yahoo Finance
4 days ago
Build-a-Bear CEO on reinvention and Trump tariffs
Many mall-based retailers are struggling amid the shift to online shopping. Build-a-Bear (BBW), founded in 1997, isn't one of them.
Build-a-Bear CEO on reinvention and Trump tariffs
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 days ago
Build-A-Bear: Strong Growth & Rapid Expansion Makes The Dip Worth Buying
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s strong fundamentals and strategic expansion in high tourist areas position it for long-term growth, despite economic uncertainties and tariff challenges. The company reported record profits for the fourth consecutive year, with double-digit EPS growth and a solid revenue increase, showcasing robust financial health. Management's commitment to shareholders is evident through a double-digit dividend raise and significant share repurchases, enhancing investor value.
Build-A-Bear: Strong Growth & Rapid Expansion Makes The Dip Worth Buying
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Wall Street Analysts Think Build-A-Bear (BBW) Could Surge 39.88%: Read This Before Placing a Bet
The mean of analysts' price targets for Build-A-Bear (BBW) points to a 39.9% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Wall Street Analysts Think Build-A-Bear (BBW) Could Surge 39.88%: Read This Before Placing a Bet
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Should Value Investors Buy BuildABear Workshop (BBW) Stock?
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Should Value Investors Buy BuildABear Workshop (BBW) Stock?
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (BBW) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE:BBW ) Q4 2024 Results Conference Call March 13, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Gary Schnierow - Investor Relations Sharon John - Chief Executive Officer Chris Hurt - Chief Operations Officer Voin Todorovic - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Michael Baker - D.A. Davidson Eric Beder - Small Cap Consumer Research Greg Gibas - Northland Securities Steve Silver - Argus Research Operator Greetings, and welcome to the Build-A-Bear Workshop Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Call.
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (BBW) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Build-A-Bear (BBW) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
Build-A-Bear (BBW) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.59 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.52 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.34 per share a year ago.
Build-A-Bear (BBW) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
Neutral
Business Wire
2 weeks ago
Build-A-Bear Workshop Reports Record-Breaking Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Results; Increases Quarterly Dividend
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) today announced results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 ended February 1, 2025. The 13-week fourth quarter and 52-week year ended February 1, 2025, are compared to the 14-week fourth quarter and 53-week year ended February 3, 2024. Fourth quarter revenues increased 0.8%, and pre-tax income increased 5.1%, both on a GAAP basis; excluding the extra week of operations in the fourth quarter of 2023, revenues increased 5.
Build-A-Bear Workshop Reports Record-Breaking Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Results; Increases Quarterly Dividend
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
Build-A-Bear Workshop Announces Plans for Multi-Level Retail Experience in Orlando, Florida
New Interactive, Landmark Location at ICON Park to be Designed for Multi-Generational Fun ORLANDO, Fla. , March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has announced plans to introduce an exciting new retail experience at one of the largest tourist destinations in the United States, Orlando, Florida, in the first half of 2026.
Build-A-Bear Workshop Announces Plans for Multi-Level Retail Experience in Orlando, Florida
Neutral
Business Wire
2 weeks ago
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Announces Increase in Quarterly Cash Dividend
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share of issued and outstanding common stock representing an increase of 10%. The dividend will be paid on April 10, 2025, to all stockholders of record as of March 27, 2025. About Build-A-Bear Since its beginning in 1997, Build-A-Bear has evolved to become a beloved multi-generational brand focused on its mission to “add a little more h.
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Announces Increase in Quarterly Cash Dividend
Neutral
Business Wire
3 weeks ago
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Names Richard A. Johnson to Board of Directors
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard “Dick” A. Johnson to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. “After conducting an extensive search, we are delighted to welcome Mr. Johnson to our Board of Directors. We believe that Dick's extensive knowledge of both brick and mortar and digital retail operations will enable him to make an immediate contribution as we look to accelerate our long-term strategic initiative.
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Names Richard A. Johnson to Board of Directors
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