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Escalade (ESCA)
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Escalade (ESCA) Price & Analysis

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ESCA Stock Chart & Stats

$13.26
-$0.02(-0.14%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$13.26
-$0.02(-0.14%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Balance Sheet / Low LeverageEscalade's very low leverage (debt-to-equity ~0.11) and growing equity provide durable financial flexibility. That conservatism supports continued dividend payouts, opportunistic M&A, capex for the new facility, and resilience through consumer volatility without pressuring liquidity over the next several quarters.
Consistent Cash Generation / Healthy Free Cash FlowSustained operating cash flow (~$33M TTM) and free cash flow (~$30M TTM) underpin Escalade's ability to fund strategic investments, pay dividends, reduce debt and execute accretive acquisitions without relying on external financing, supporting longer-term capital allocation and growth execution.
Accretive M&A And Strategic Domestic Capacity ExpansionRecent accretive deals (Gold Tip, AllCornhole) and the addition of a 110k sq ft U.S. facility improve product mix, distribution control and domestic fulfillment. These structural moves should support margin mix, reduce logistics risk, and enable targeted growth investments over the medium term.
Bears Say
Revenue Still Below Peak LevelsAlthough revenue recently returned to growth, top-line remains below 2021–2022 peaks. That suggests underlying demand and market share recovery are incomplete, making medium-term EPS and cash expansion reliant on successful M&A, product launches or sustained category recovery rather than organic momentum alone.
Margins Below Historical HighsOperating profitability has improved from troughs but remains below earlier peak margins. Margin gains were driven by consolidation and mix; sustaining them requires continued premium mix, cost discipline and stable input costs. Margin reversion risks could pressure profitability if mix or cost tailwinds fade.
Tariff And Category Demand SensitivityEscalade remains exposed to tariff outcomes and discretionary consumer softness at entry price points. Tariff rulings and price-sensitive demand can materially affect costs and low-end volume, making margins and revenue vulnerable absent further product mix improvement or pricing power.

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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 $21.32 in the past 12 months.
    What is Escalade’s market cap?
    Escalade’s market cap is $255.95M.
      When is Escalade’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Escalade’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 68 days.
        How were Escalade’s earnings last quarter?
        Escalade released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported $0.32 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.18 by $0.14.
          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 $0.15 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.71%. See more information on Escalade dividends here
              What is Escalade’s EPS estimate?
              Escalade’s EPS estimate is 0.16.
                How many shares outstanding does Escalade have?
                Escalade has 13,805,038 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Escalade’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Escalade reported an EPS of $0.32 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.18. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 6.613%.
                    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, Incorporated, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures, distributes, imports, and sells sporting goods in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company provides various sporting goods brands in basketball goals, archery, indoor and outdoor game recreation, and fitness products. It offers archery products under the Bear Archery, Trophy Ridge, Whisker Biscuit, Cajun Bowfishing, Karnage, Fletcher, SIK, BearX, and Rocket brand names; table tennis products under the STIGA and Ping-Pong brands; basketball goals under the Goalrilla, Goaliath, Silverback, Hoopstar, and Goalsetter brand names; and pickleball under the Onix, DURA, and Pickleball Now brands. The company also provides play systems under the Woodplay, Jack & June, and Childlife brands; fitness products under the STEP, Lifeline, Kettleworx, Natural Fitness, and PER4M brand names; safety products under the USWeight brand; hockey and soccer game tables under the Triumph Sports, Atomic, American Legend, Air Hockey, and HJ Scott brands; and billiard tables and accessories under the American Heritage Billiards, Brunswick Billiards, Gold Crown, Centennial, Cue&Case, Lucasi, Mizerak, PureX, Rage, Players, Minnesota Fats, and Mosconi brand names. In addition, it offers darting products under the Unicorn, Winmau, Arachnid, Accudart, and Nodor brands; water sports products under the RAVE Sports brand; and outdoor game products under the Victory Tailgate, Triumph Sports, Zume Games, and Viva Sol brand names. The company provides its products through sporting goods retailers, specialty dealers, online retailers, traditional department stores, and mass merchants. Escalade, Incorporated was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Evansville, Indiana.

                      Escalade (ESCA) Earnings & Revenues

                      ESCA Earnings Call

                      Q1 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                      The call presented a largely constructive operational and financial picture: improved gross margins (↑280 bps), stronger operating cash flow (≈+21%), inventory reduction (↓10%), accretive acquisitions, debt repayment and a strategic facility purchase. These positive developments offset a modest revenue decline (↓2.2%), category softness in lower-priced items, a one-time SG&A increase, and tariff-related uncertainty (~$4–$5 million potential). Overall the company emphasized a transition from cost optimization to disciplined, profitable growth backed by healthy free cash flow and targeted investments.View all ESCA earnings summaries
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                      Ownership Overview

                      32.98%10.36%9.27%39.71%
                      32.98% Insiders
                      9.27% Other Institutional Investors
                      39.71% Public Companies and
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