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Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) generates a steady stream of news as a specialty retailer of customized stuffed animals with a global footprint across company-owned, partner-operated, and franchise locations. News about Build-A-Bear often highlights how the brand extends its mission to "add a little more heart to life" through new products, collaborations, content initiatives, and financial updates.
Recent coverage includes the launch of KABU, an original animated YouTube series based on a group of stuffed animal friends who embody "PAWsitivity" in a colorful world called Kabuville. Articles describe how KABU explores themes like friendship, collaboration, and childhood challenges, and how it connects back to KABU-inspired plush characters available in Build-A-Bear Workshops.
Another recurring news theme is partnership-driven retail experiences, such as the Build-A-Bear x Hello Kitty and Friends Workshop. Press releases detail the expansion of this concept to high-traffic destinations, emphasizing its appeal to collectors, families, and Sanrio fans who participate in the signature stuffing and personalization experience with Hello Kitty and friends.
Investors and followers of BBW can also expect news on quarterly earnings, segment performance, and capital allocation, including record revenues for certain periods, share repurchase activity, and quarterly cash dividend declarations by the Board of Directors. Management commentary often discusses the performance of the direct-to-consumer, commercial, and international franchising segments, as well as the impact of tariffs and other cost factors.
Additional updates may cover leadership appointments in areas such as eCommerce and digital experiences, reflecting the company’s focus on strengthening its online and omnichannel presence. For those tracking BBW, this news page offers a consolidated view of product launches, collaborations, entertainment content, financial results, and corporate developments.
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.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) launched its first-ever wholesale partnership with Walmart on March 16, 2026, placing Mini Beans™, new Micro Mini Beans™, and a Build-A-Bear x Bluey™ collection in 1,500+ Walmart stores nationwide.
The limited-time assortment is available in select stores and at Walmart.com through May 15, 2026, with personalization options, collectible blind‑bag formats, and full-size Tan Bear and accessories also offered via Buildabear.com and retail locations.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) announced a planned CEO succession: President and CEO Sharon Price John will retire effective June 11, 2026 at the Annual Shareholders' Meeting, and Chief Operations and Experience Officer Chris Hurt will become CEO and join the Board upon assuming the role.
The Board cited Hurt’s decade-long tenure, oversight of the global retail organization (over 4,000 employees), role in the multi-year turnaround and the company’s 5th consecutive record year for fiscal 2025. Price John will remain on the Board to support the transition.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results and raised its quarterly dividend to $0.23 per share. Fiscal 2025 total revenue was a record $529.8 million (+6.7%) and diluted EPS was a record $3.99. The company returned $39.0 million to shareholders in fiscal 2025 via repurchases and dividends. Management cited approximately $11 million of tariff and related costs for the year and introduced fiscal 2026 guidance: mid-single-digit revenue growth, pre-tax income ranging from a mid-single-digit decline to low-single-digit growth, and at least 50 net new units.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share, an increase of $0.01 per share. The dividend is payable on April 9, 2026 to stockholders of record as of March 26, 2026. This continues the company's program of returning cash to shareholders.
Build-A-Bear (NYSE:BBW) launched a new Frosted Animal Cookie Collection on March 5, 2026, inspired by pink-and-white frosted animal cookies with colorful sprinkles.
The line includes Frosted Animal Cookie Giraffe and Camel plus three Mini Beans™, a new cookie-inspired scent, and themed clothing and accessories. Available in stores and online while supplies last.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) will report fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results for the period ended January 31, 2026, on Thursday, March 12, 2026, before market open. The company will host an investor conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET the same day and expects the call to conclude by 10:00 a.m. ET.
The live webcast is available via the company investor relations website and a replay will be posted for one year; telephone replay runs from March 12 to March 26, 2026.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) announced that its original animated YouTube series KABU has exceeded 500,000 views since debut, coinciding with Toy Fair 2026. Season 1 has 13 episodes with weekly Friday premieres and a companion KABU plush collection available in stores and online.
Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) appointed James A. Goldman to its Board of Directors effective February 10, 2026. Mr. Goldman brings decades of consumer and retail leadership, including CEO roles and board service at Domino’s, Abercrombie & Fitch, Godiva, and advisory roles at private equity firms.
The board expects his experience in branded consumer companies to support strategic initiatives and shareholder value creation.
Build-A-Bear (BBW) debuts the Silver Fox plush as part of its After Dark Valentine's Day collection, sold exclusively on the brand's 18+ Bear Cave microsite on Feb. 3, 2026. The launch targets adult "kidults" with themed gift sets, accessories, and optional Record Your Voice sound chips for personalization.
Other After Dark sets include Lovable Lion Rizzler, Cuddly Cougar Romantasy, Barkleigh dog Rosé Over Roses, and themed teddy options; select items include scented paws, tuxedos, and tongue-in-cheek accessories.