Buildabear Workshop, Inc. (BBW)
NYSE:BBW
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BBW Stock Chart & Stats
$39.05
-$3.95(-8.54%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$39.05
-$3.95(-8.54%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$31.54 - $75.85
Previous CloseN/A
Volume189.50K
Average Volume (3M)389.60K
Market Cap
$405.84M
Enterprise Value$495.63M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$26.25M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$125.69M
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.4
Beta0.96
Next Earnings
Aug 27, 2026EPS Estimate
0.67Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.52%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.27
Shares Outstanding12,537,443
10 Day Avg. Volume373,740
30 Day Avg. Volume389,597
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 Cap1.22
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.94
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.64
Enterprise Value/Ebitda5.76
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
High Margins And Strong ReturnsSustained high gross and operating margins plus a ~36% ROE indicate durable pricing power and capital efficiency for a specialty retailer. These fundamentals support reinvestment, licensing economics and resilience to traffic lapses, underpinning long‑term profitability.
Commercial Segment And International GrowthRapid commercial and franchise growth diversifies revenue away from company‑operated retail and direct e‑commerce. A capital‑light franchising/wholesale engine plus expanding international footprint supports scalable margins and lowers dependence on domestic store traffic trends.
Consistent Shareholder Returns And BuybacksSteady dividends and meaningful buybacks signal recurring free cash generation and disciplined capital allocation. Returning capital while shrinking share count supports EPS durability and shows management prioritizes shareholder returns alongside growth investments.
Bears Say
Top-line Softness And Digital Traffic DeclineMaterial drops in store traffic and a large e‑commerce decline point to structural customer acquisition and engagement challenges. Sustained weakness online or in-store reduces revenue scalability and limits operating‑leverage benefits over coming quarters.
Weakened Cash Conversion And Rising Working CapitalSharply weaker FCF versus net income and rising inventory pressure cash conversion and financial flexibility. Over time this constrains capacity for reinvestment, M&A, or buybacks if sales remain sluggish and working capital stays elevated.
Leverage And Cost Uncertainty (tariffs, SG&A)Moderate but rising leverage combined with higher SG&A and ongoing tariff-related cost uncertainty increases earnings volatility and reduces financial flexibility. If operating performance softens, debt and cost headwinds could pressure margins and strategic optionality.
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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 $31.54 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 $405.84M.
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 68 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 1.52%. 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 2.91%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Buildabear Workshop, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BBW
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BuildABear Workshop Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
BBW Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
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 ▼ 1.9%
Last 30 Days ▼ 6.4%
Last 30 Days ▼ 6.4%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-37.26%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
35.60%
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
3.88% Insiders
26.19% Mutual Funds
45.15% Other Institutional Investors
5.30% Public Companies and
Individual Investors