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Build-A-Bear

41.67 USD
+0.06
0.14%
Updated May 20, 4:00 PM EDT
1 day
0.14%
5 days
0.43%
1 month
24.54%
3 months
4.25%
6 months
14.89%
Year to date
-5.47%
1 year
40.59%
5 years
1,952.71%
10 years
144.11%
 

About: Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc is a U.S.-based specialty retailer of customized stuffed animals and related products. The company operates through three segments. Its Direct-to-consumer segment with key revenue, includes the operating activities of corporately-managed locations and other retail delivery operations in the U.S., Canada, China, Denmark, Ireland, and the U.K., including the company's e-commerce sites and temporary stores. The international franchising segment includes the licensing activities of the company's franchise agreements with store locations in Europe, Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and Africa. The commercial segment includes the transactions with other businesses, mainly comprised of licensing the intellectual properties for third-party use and wholesale activities.

Employees: 5,100

0
Funds holding %
of 7,202 funds
0
Analysts bullish %
of 3 analysts

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

570% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $7M | Put options by funds: $1.04M

18% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 26 | Existing positions closed: 22

4% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 52 | Existing positions reduced: 50

1% more funds holding

Funds holding: 159 [Q4 2024] → 160 (+1) [Q1 2025]

0.11% less ownership

Funds ownership: 83.82% [Q4 2024] → 83.71% (-0.11%) [Q1 2025]

14% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 7 [Q4 2024] → 6 (-1) [Q1 2025]

19% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $519M [Q4 2024] → $419M (-$99.9M) [Q1 2025]

Research analyst outlook

3 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target
$39
6%
downside
Avg. target
$49
18%
upside
High target
$58
39%
upside

3 analyst ratings

positive
100%
neutral
0%
negative
0%
Small Cap Consumer Research
Eric Beder
39%upside
$58
Buy
Reiterated
20 May 2025
Piper Sandler
Stephanie Wissink
6%downside
$39
Overweight
Maintained
15 May 2025
DA Davidson
Michael Baker
20%upside
$50
Buy
Maintained
14 Mar 2025

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 4 articles about BBW published over the past 30 days

Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
Why Build-A-Bear (BBW) is Poised to Beat Earnings Estimates Again
Build-A-Bear (BBW) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
Why Build-A-Bear (BBW) is Poised to Beat Earnings Estimates Again
Negative
Seeking Alpha
3 days ago
Build-A-Bear: A Great Toy Specialty Store Company To Own Even With Headwinds From Tariffs
Build-A-Bear has differentiated itself by selling an experience instead of just a product, resulting in high profitability and return on capital. The company's conservative capital structure is necessary due to its lack of track record demonstrating consistent and predictable revenue and profitability. Additionally, a conservative capital structure provides a cushion against uncertainties due to geopolitics.
Build-A-Bear: A Great Toy Specialty Store Company To Own Even With Headwinds From Tariffs
Neutral
Business Wire
4 days ago
Build-A-Bear Workshop to Announce First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results and Host Investor Conference Call on May 29, 2025
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) today announced that the Company will report first-quarter fiscal 2025 results for the period ended May 3, 2025, on Thursday, May 29, 2025, before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The Company will host its quarterly investor conference call to discuss the results at 9 a.m. ET on the same day. The dial-in number for the live conference call is (201) 493-6780 (toll/international) or (877) 407-3982 (toll-free.
Build-A-Bear Workshop to Announce First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results and Host Investor Conference Call on May 29, 2025
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Is BuildABear Workshop (BBW) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Is BuildABear Workshop (BBW) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Is BuildABear Workshop (BBW) a Great Value Stock Right Now?
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Is BuildABear Workshop (BBW) a Great Value Stock Right Now?
Negative
Market Watch
1 month ago
Brands that turned to Vietnam when Trump put tariffs on China are getting burned
From home goods and furniture to soft toys, sneakers and athletic apparel, a slew of U.S. companies have tapped into Vietnam in recent years in an attempt to reduce their reliance on China. They're now taking a hit after Trump hit the Southeast Asian country with a hefty 46% tariff in his “liberation day” announcement that targeted nations around the world.
Brands that turned to Vietnam when Trump put tariffs on China are getting burned
Negative
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
4 Retail-Miscellaneous Stocks Bucking the Trend in a Tough Market
While challenges prevail in the Retail - Miscellaneous industry, players such as DKS, ARHS, SBH and BBW look well-poised due to their business operating model and prospects.
4 Retail-Miscellaneous Stocks Bucking the Trend in a Tough Market
Positive
Yahoo Finance
1 month ago
Build-a-Bear CEO on reinvention and Trump tariffs
Many mall-based retailers are struggling amid the shift to online shopping. Build-a-Bear (BBW), founded in 1997, isn't one of them.
Build-a-Bear CEO on reinvention and Trump tariffs
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Build-A-Bear: Strong Growth & Rapid Expansion Makes The Dip Worth Buying
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s strong fundamentals and strategic expansion in high tourist areas position it for long-term growth, despite economic uncertainties and tariff challenges. The company reported record profits for the fourth consecutive year, with double-digit EPS growth and a solid revenue increase, showcasing robust financial health. Management's commitment to shareholders is evident through a double-digit dividend raise and significant share repurchases, enhancing investor value.
Build-A-Bear: Strong Growth & Rapid Expansion Makes The Dip Worth Buying
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Wall Street Analysts Think Build-A-Bear (BBW) Could Surge 39.88%: Read This Before Placing a Bet
The mean of analysts' price targets for Build-A-Bear (BBW) points to a 39.9% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Wall Street Analysts Think Build-A-Bear (BBW) Could Surge 39.88%: Read This Before Placing a Bet
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