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BBW Stock Chart & Stats
$33.70
-$0.14(-0.41%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$33.70
-$0.14(-0.41%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$29.35 - $75.85
Previous Close$33.7
Volume177.42K
Average Volume (3M)350.98K
Market Cap
$425.27M
Enterprise Value$554.69
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$26.25M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$125.69M
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.9
Beta1.01
Next Earnings
Aug 27, 2026EPS Estimate
0.67Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.65%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.27
Shares Outstanding12,537,443
10 Day Avg. Volume301,001
30 Day Avg. Volume350,984
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio2.99
Price to Book (P/B)5.02
Price to Sales (P/S)1.47
P/FCF Ratio19.71
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)4
Revenue Forecast (FY)$539.68M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability & ReturnsBuild-A-Bear’s high gross and operating margins with a very strong ROE indicate durable unit economics relative to specialty retail. Sustained margin strength provides buffer versus top-line swings, funds reinvestment in product/experience, and supports consistent shareholder returns over the next several months.
Commercial Segment GrowthRapid commercial (wholesale and franchise) growth is a structural diversification away from direct retail. Higher-ROC wholesale/franchise channels scale with lower capex per dollar of revenue, improving profit conversion and geographic reach, and can materially offset domestic retail softness over a 2–6 month horizon.
Shareholder Returns & Capital DisciplineConsistent buybacks and a maintained dividend reflect recurring cash generation and disciplined capital allocation. Ongoing returns reduce share count and signal management confidence, creating durable shareholder support while the company executes expansion and commercial growth strategies.
Bears Say
Top-line WeaknessA downgraded revenue outlook and declining quarter indicate structural demand headwinds. Sustained flat-to-down top line compresses operating leverage, limits reinvestment capacity, and raises execution risk for planned store openings and marketing initiatives over the coming 2–6 months.
Weakened Cash ConversionDeclining free cash flow and weaker cash conversion materially reduce financial flexibility. With FCF shrinking to about half of net income, the company has less internal funding for expansion, inventory build, or cushioning against seasonal dips, increasing reliance on careful capital management.
Traffic & E‑commerce DeclineSteep e-commerce declines and lower in-store traffic threaten the core multi-channel revenue base. Because Build‑A‑Bear relies on both experiential retail and online for scale, sustained weakness in these channels could necessitate higher marketing spend or product repositioning to restore durable demand.
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BBW FAQ
What was Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc. lowest stock price was $29.35 and its highest was $75.85 in the past 12 months.
What is Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s market cap?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s market cap is $425.27M.
When is Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 27, 2026 which is in 24 days.
How were Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc. released its earnings results on May 28, 2026. The company reported $1.03 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.758 by $0.272.
Is Buildabear Workshop, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Buildabear Workshop, Inc. pay dividends?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.23 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.65%. See more information on Buildabear Workshop, Inc. dividends here
What is Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.67.
How many shares outstanding does Buildabear Workshop, Inc. have?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc. has 12,537,443 shares outstanding.
What happened to Buildabear Workshop, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Buildabear Workshop, Inc. reported an EPS of $1.03 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.758. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.909%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Buildabear Workshop, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BBW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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BuildABear Workshop Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
BBW Sentiment 83%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 168.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $103.6K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.9%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.9%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-32.18%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.65%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.85%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Buildabear Workshop, Inc.
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. functions as a multi-channel vendor specializing in stuffed toys and their complementary merchandise. The business organizes its operations across three primary divisions: Direct-to-Consumer sales, Commercial activities, and International Franchising. Its inventory features a diverse assortment of plush creatures, available both unstuffed for customization and as pre-made items. Customers can personalize their creations with various sounds and unique scents. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive selection of apparel, footwear, accessories, and other playful novelty goods. Products are distributed via its namesake Build-A-Bear Workshop retail outlets and through its official e-commerce platforms. As of January 29, 2022, the firm directly managed 346 stores globally, with 305 located in the United States and Canada, and 41 in the United Kingdom and Ireland. An additional 72 franchised establishments extend its international presence. The enterprise was founded in 1997 and maintains its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri.
BBW Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed picture: operational headwinds in traffic and e-commerce led to a modest revenue decline and prompted a downward revision to full-year revenue guidance, while the business showed important strengths — strong commercial (wholesale/franchise) growth, margin improvements, solid product/collection momentum, continued international expansion, and ongoing shareholder returns. Tariff accounting benefits lifted reported profitability but also introduced forecasting noise. Management is focused on strategic pillars and back-half initiatives, but near-term visibility is limited and Q2 is expected to be weaker.View all BBW earnings summariesTechnical Analysis
Ownership Overview
3.80% Insiders
25.43% Mutual Funds
<0.01% Other Institutional Investors
51.04% Public Companies and
Individual Investors