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Escalade (ESCA)
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Escalade (ESCA) Price & Analysis

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ESCA Stock Chart & Stats

$18.63
$0.68(3.65%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$18.63
$0.68(3.65%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Low Leverage And Improving Financial FlexibilityConservative leverage and a reported net cash position reduce refinancing risk and preserve flexibility for product investment, acquisitions, and shareholder returns through changing demand conditions.
Product Innovation And Category ExpansionFrequent launches and the Gold Tip acquisition broaden Escalade’s category exposure and brand reach, creating more opportunities for cross-selling, market-share gains, and sustained revenue growth.
Revenue Growth With Improved Operating MarginsRecent sales growth combined with better fixed-cost absorption, operating leverage, and mix indicates improved earnings quality, provided demand remains sufficient to support the expanded operating base.
Bears Say
Headline Profitability Relies On A Nonrecurring Tariff RefundThe tariff refund will not recur, so reported EBITDA and net income overstate normalized earnings power. Future comparisons may be weaker unless product growth and operating improvements replace this benefit.
Cash Conversion Is Positive But InconsistentPositive cash generation supports the business, but working-capital swings and weaker recent conversion make funding less predictable and could constrain investment or debt reduction during periods of softer demand.
Uneven Demand And Exposure To Cost InflationA choppy multi-year revenue record and discretionary product demand increase earnings volatility. Persistent logistics, commodity, energy, or tariff costs could also pressure margins and consumer spending.

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ESCA FAQ

What was Escalade’s price range in the past 12 months?
Escalade lowest stock price was $11.41 and its highest was $23.07 in the past 12 months.
    What is Escalade’s market cap?
    Escalade’s market cap is $285.65M.
      When is Escalade’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Escalade’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 22, 2026 which is in 61 days.
        How were Escalade’s earnings last quarter?
        Escalade released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported $0.68 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.16 by $0.52.
          Is Escalade overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Escalade’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Escalade pay dividends?
            Escalade pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.152 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.93%. See more information on Escalade dividends here
              What is Escalade’s EPS estimate?
              Escalade’s EPS estimate is 0.33.
                How many shares outstanding does Escalade have?
                Escalade has 13,766,074 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Escalade’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Escalade reported an EPS of $0.68 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.16. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 6.314%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Escalade?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ESCA
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      Company Description

                      Escalade

                      Escalade, Inc. is a globally operating enterprise that manufactures, distributes, imports, and sells a diverse range of sporting and recreational equipment. The company's reach extends throughout North America, Europe, and other international markets. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of brands across numerous product categories, including archery, basketball systems, pickleball equipment, table tennis, fitness products, indoor and outdoor games, children's play systems, safety gear, billiard tables and accessories, darting products, water sports items, and various other outdoor recreational goods. Escalade's offerings are made available to consumers via a wide network of distribution channels, encompassing specialty sporting goods retailers, dedicated dealers, online marketplaces, traditional department stores, and major mass merchandise outlets. Established in 1922, the company's corporate headquarters are located in Evansville, Indiana.

                      Escalade (ESCA) Earnings & Revenues

                      ESCA Earnings Call

                      Q2 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                      The call presented a mix of constructive operational and strategic progress—organic revenue growth (+6%), gross margin expansion (+146 bps), new product traction, inventory reduction and improved cash/balance sheet flexibility—while also relying substantially on a $9.9 million tariff refund to drive much of the quarter’s headline profitability. Near-term risks include a notable decline in operating cash flow (~34.6%), higher SG&A from recent acquisitions, softer demand in outdoor games, and exposure to freight/commodity inflation and potential future tariffs. Given meaningful positives tempered by several material short-term and nonrecurring headwinds, the tone of the call is balanced.View all ESCA earnings summaries
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