Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW) Expected to Post Quarterly Earnings on Thursday

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) is expected to be announcing its Q2 2027 results before the market opens on Thursday, August 27th. Analysts expect Build-A-Bear Workshop to post earnings of $0.6450 per share and revenue of $120.8150 million for the quarter. Investors are encouraged to explore the company’s upcoming Q2 2027 earning overview page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET.

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, May 28th. The specialty retailer reported $1.03 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.76 by $0.27. Build-A-Bear Workshop had a net margin of 10.48% and a return on equity of 32.15%. The business had revenue of $125.27 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $129.45 million. On average, analysts expect Build-A-Bear Workshop to post $4 EPS for the current fiscal year and $4 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Build-A-Bear Workshop Stock Performance

NYSE BBW opened at $39.30 on Wednesday. The firm has a market cap of $492.88 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.20 and a beta of 1.10. The firm has a 50 day simple moving average of $34.25 and a 200-day simple moving average of $38.35. Build-A-Bear Workshop has a one year low of $29.35 and a one year high of $75.85.

Build-A-Bear Workshop Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, July 9th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, June 25th were issued a dividend of $0.23 per share. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, June 25th. This represents a $0.92 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.3%. Build-A-Bear Workshop’s dividend payout ratio is 21.55%.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several equities analysts have commented on the stock. DA Davidson reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $60.00 price target on shares of Build-A-Bear Workshop in a research report on Friday, May 29th. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “hold (c)” rating on shares of Build-A-Bear Workshop in a research report on Monday, August 17th. Three analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and two have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $70.00.

Insider Activity

In related news, Director Sharon Price John sold 6,818 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, August 24th. The shares were sold at an average price of $40.03, for a total transaction of $272,924.54. Following the sale, the director directly owned 181,653 shares in the company, valued at approximately $7,271,569.59. This represents a 3.62% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, Director George Carrara sold 3,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, June 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $34.52, for a total transaction of $103,560.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 11,277 shares in the company, valued at approximately $389,282.04. This trade represents a 21.01% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Company insiders own 4.00% of the company’s stock.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC increased its holdings in shares of Build-A-Bear Workshop by 7.0% in the 4th quarter. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC now owns 3,392 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $208,000 after acquiring an additional 221 shares during the last quarter. Creative Planning acquired a new stake in shares of Build-A-Bear Workshop during the 3rd quarter worth about $238,000. Tower Research Capital LLC TRC lifted its stake in Build-A-Bear Workshop by 63.8% during the second quarter. Tower Research Capital LLC TRC now owns 3,391 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $175,000 after purchasing an additional 1,321 shares during the last quarter. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company purchased a new stake in Build-A-Bear Workshop during the second quarter worth approximately $235,000. Finally, Caxton Associates LLP acquired a new position in Build-A-Bear Workshop in the first quarter valued at approximately $267,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 79.30% of the company’s stock.

About Build-A-Bear Workshop

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc operates a specialty retail business focused on interactive “workshop” experiences that allow customers to create customized stuffed animals. Through its in-store and online platforms, the company offers a wide range of plush toys, apparel, accessories and sound modules, enabling guests to personalize each creation. In addition to its core bear products, Build-A-Bear has expanded its portfolio to include licensed characters from leading entertainment and media franchises.

Founded in 1997 by Maxine Clark and headquartered in St.