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Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. develops news around its experiential retail model for customized stuffed animals, plush products, licensed characters, gifting and brand extensions. Updates commonly cover new plush formats such as wearable plush, Mini Beans, Promise Pets and special-edition releases, along with collections tied to pop-culture licenses and the company’s own intellectual property.
Company announcements also track store and online distribution, partner-operated and franchised experience locations, wholesale expansion, Build-A-Bear Entertainment activity, quarterly results, dividends and governance changes. The company operates a direct-to-consumer retail platform, international franchising operations and a commercial business that includes licensing and wholesale activity.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) announced a summer-long series of mystery deals, with one-day-only offers running through mid-July in stores and online.
The first event, “Feeling the Squeeze?, Get a Hug,” offers select $15 Make-Your-Own furry friends on June 17 across the US, Canada, UK and Ireland.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) completed its planned CEO succession, appointing Chris Hurt as Chief Executive Officer effective June 11, 2026. Former CEO Sharon Price John, who led for 13 years, will remain on the Board.
Leadership changes include Voin Todorovic adding the role of Chief Administrative Officer and Dave Henderson becoming Chief Growth Officer, aligning the organization with strategic priorities in financial discipline, operational efficiency, and long-term global growth.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on July 9, 2026 to shareholders of record as of June 25, 2026.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) reported Q1 FY2026 total revenue of $125.3M, down 2.4% year over year. Pre-tax income rose to $23.9M (19.0% margin), helped by a $7M tariff refund, with diluted EPS of $1.45 and adjusted EPS of $1.03.
The company cited weaker-than-expected consumer traffic, cut its 2026 revenue outlook to $530–$550M, but raised pre-tax income guidance to $72–$78M, reflecting an expected $13M tariff refund, while still planning net growth of at least 50 experience locations.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) will release first-quarter fiscal 2026 results for the period ended May 2, 2026, on May 28, 2026, before NYSE market open.
The company will host an investor conference call at 9 a.m. ET, with webcast and telephone replays available.
Build-A-Bear (NYSE:BBW) launched its Slushie Plushies wearable plush and a Summer Stuff You Love collection on May 7, 2026.
The rollout introduces wearable clips, customizable scents and sounds, new Mashimals mash-up line, Beary Goods pre-stuffed format, Mini Beans, bag charms, and omnichannel availability in stores and online.
Carter’s (NYSE:CRI) announced that Sharon Price John will become Chief Executive Officer and President, effective June 15, 2026, and will join the Board that day. Richard F. Westenberger will serve as interim CEO during the transition. The company also confirmed its Q1 and full-year fiscal 2026 outlook.
Build-A-Bear (NYSE:BBW) launches a yearlong Eevee Evolutions plush campaign beginning April 14, 2026. The program features rotating, limited-time releases of Eevee and its Evolutions — starting with Vaporeon, Jolteon, and Flareon — with additional Evolutions arriving in chapters through 2026 and early 2027.
Availability and timing will vary by store and online to encourage repeat visits and collectible discovery; fans are directed to Build-A-Bear.com and the brand's social channels for updates.
Build-A-Bear (NYSE:BBW) launched its Promise Pets™ collection to encourage caretaking, empathy and hands-on pet preparation ahead of National Pet Day on April 11, 2026.
Survey highlights: dogs 45% vs cats 38%, cuddling top activity (32%), and 86% say hands-on experience best prepares kids for pet responsibility.
Build-A-Bear (NYSE:BBW) turned an April Fools' stunt into a limited-run product: the special-edition Alien Cow plush, available in Workshops nationwide and online at buildabear.com while supplies last. The campaign used store activations and social videos to build intrigue before the April 1, 2026 release.
The Alien Cow blends classic cow features with extraterrestrial accents, a "Legendairy" t-shirt, and playful in-store effects to drive fan engagement and collectible interest.