Welcome to our dedicated page for Academy Sports & Outdoors news (Ticker: ASO), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Academy Sports & Outdoors stock.
News about Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. (ASO) centers on its role as a full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer and on the progress of its growth strategy. The company regularly issues updates on financial performance, store expansion, capital allocation, and community initiatives, giving investors and followers insight into how it executes its mission of providing “Fun for All.”
Academy’s earnings releases and related announcements discuss quarterly and year-to-date results, comparable sales trends, e-commerce growth, and guidance updates. These news items often highlight new store openings across its more than 300-store footprint in 21 states, along with commentary from leadership on strategic priorities such as store productivity, digital investments, and value-focused merchandising.
Another recurring theme in Academy’s news is community engagement. The company reports on charitable giving events, donation shopping sprees, and partnerships with organizations including Boys & Girls Clubs of America and other local groups. Seasonal announcements describe holiday campaigns, curated gift assortments, and promotional activity designed to help families enjoy sports and outdoor experiences on a budget.
Corporate governance and capital allocation developments also appear in Academy’s news flow, including board appointments, quarterly cash dividend declarations, and conference call details for financial results. Together, these updates provide a view into how Academy manages its operations, invests in growth, and interacts with customers and communities.
For anyone tracking ASO, this news stream offers context on the company’s retail performance, expansion into new markets, and ongoing efforts to strengthen both its store base and digital presence.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) will participate in the J.P. Morgan Retail Roundup Conference in New York from April 8–9, 2026. CEO Steve Lawrence and CFO Carl Ford will appear in a fireside chat webcast live on April 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET.
According to the company, the live webcast will be available for replay for approximately 30 days on its investor relations website.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (NASDAQ: ASO) will host an Analyst Day on April 7, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. CEO Steve Lawrence, CFO Carl Ford, and Chief Customer Officer Chad Fox will present the company’s long-term strategy and growth initiatives.
A live webcast and presentation materials will be available at investors.academy.com, with a replay archived for approximately 30 days.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) launched the national rollout of the new myAcademy Rewards Mastercard credit card and an enhanced myAcademy Rewards program in partnership with Bread Financial on March 20, 2026.
Key benefits include 5% off every day at Academy, unlimited 2% back on everyday purchases, free myAcademy enrollment, a $15 welcome offer, $15 birthday reward, a $25 reward after $500 annual spend at Academy, a $50 reward for $500 spend outside Academy within 90 days, free shipping options, and upgraded digital account management across store, web, and app.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) reported fiscal 2025 results with net sales of $6.05B (up 2.0%) and fourth-quarter sales of $1.72B (up 2.5%). GAAP diluted EPS was $5.54 for the year and $1.98 for the quarter. The board raised the quarterly dividend ~15% to $0.15 per share and plans 20–25 new stores in fiscal 2026.
Fiscal 2026 guidance expects sales growth of 2%–5%, GAAP EPS $5.65–$6.15, and $200–$240M of capex; ~$437M remains on the share repurchase authorization.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) is running a five-week work boot campaign from March 15–April 18, 2026, featuring weekly brand promotions on Ariat, Wolverine, Skechers, Justin Boots, CAT, and Academy's Brazos line, available in-store and online at Academy.com.
Offers include fixed $20 discounts, a 25% Skechers promotion, curbside pickup, DoorDash same-day delivery in select markets, and cardholder/rewards incentives.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) announced on March 11, 2026 an increased year-over-year donation of more than $575,000 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Cumulative contributions now exceed $3.2 million since the partnership began in 2020. The donation came from holiday apparel sales featuring St. Jude patient art-inspired designs, sold in stores and online.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) will open two new stores in North Canton, Ohio and Muskogee, Oklahoma as part of a plan to open 20–25 new stores in fiscal 2026. The openings raise Academy's Ohio count to four and Oklahoma to 14.
The company expects the two stores to create about 120 jobs and is donating over $10,000 to local Parks and Recreation programs supporting more than 40 children. The North Canton grand opening will include a youth shopping event hosted with Cleveland safety Grant Delpit.
Academy Sports and Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) announced its Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share for the fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2026, payable April 10, 2026 to holders of record as of March 20, 2026. This is a ~15% increase and marks four consecutive years of dividend growth.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) is running Academy Run Month from March 1–31, 2026, offering brand deals, over 50 in-store fit clinics, online brand-specific gifts with qualifying shoe purchases, and a $20,000 donation to outfit 80 youth athletes across four Girls on the Run chapters.
Shoppers can access curated running gear, free delivery/assembly for select equipment, price-beat guarantees, and credit-card incentives during the promotion.
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) launched its annual Grand Slam promotion March 2–March 15, 2026, offering limited-time savings up to 50% off on youth baseball, softball and T-ball gear.
The event features top brands, a new 100% Sunglasses assortment inspired by MLB talent, community donations totaling $6,000, and card/rewards incentives for additional savings.