Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW) Stock News

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) has scheduled its second quarter fiscal 2025 earnings announcement and investor conference call for August 28, 2025. The company will release results for the period ended August 2, 2025, before the NYSE market opening.

The investor conference call will begin at 9 a.m. ET and can be accessed via phone or through a live webcast on the company's investor relations website. A replay of the call will be available through phone access until September 4, 2025, and the webcast recording will remain accessible on the IR website for one year.

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) has appointed Yevgeny Fundler as Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, effective August 4, 2025. Fundler will oversee legal, corporate governance, and disclosure matters, reporting directly to CEO Sharon Price John. He succeeds Eric Fencl, who is retiring after 17 years as General Counsel.

Fundler brings extensive experience from his previous roles leading legal departments at public companies including Benson Hill, Inc. and American Railcar Industries, Inc. He also served at WestPoint Home LLC and Icahn Enterprises L.P. Fencl will temporarily remain with the company to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities.

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Build-A-Bear (BBW) launches 'Play It Forward' initiative on International Day of Play, pledging to donate one teddy bear for every make-your-own plush sold, up to 10,000 bears. The donations through Build-A-Bear Foundation will benefit children in Title I schools. Additionally, the company partners with First Book, committing over $80,000 to provide educational resources focused on health and wellness. The program includes random selections of teachers to receive plush 'reading buddies' for their classrooms, available until July 31, 2025. Local stores will feature special offers, character appearances, and activities to promote play. The initiative aligns with Build-A-Bear's mission to promote comfort, connection, and play for children in need.

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has announced its participation in four upcoming investor conferences in June 2025. The company will host investor meetings at the NYSE Virtual Investor Access Day on June 5, the DADCO Consumer & Technology Conference in Nashville on June 10, the Evercore Consumer & Retail Conference in New York City on June 11, and the Northland Virtual Growth Conference on June 25.

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) reported exceptional Q1 fiscal 2025 results with record-breaking performance across key metrics. The company achieved total revenues of $128.4 million, up 11.9% year-over-year, and pre-tax income of $19.6 million, a 30.6% increase. Diluted earnings per share reached $1.17, jumping 42.7%.

The company expanded its global presence with 15 new locations, bringing the total to 604 stores worldwide. Net retail sales grew 10.9% to $119.6 million, while e-commerce demand increased 0.5%. BBW returned $7.1 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends, maintaining a strong balance sheet with $44.3 million in cash.

For fiscal 2025, Build-A-Bear reiterated its mid-single-digit revenue growth guidance and updated its pre-tax income forecast to $61-67 million, planning to add at least 50 new experience locations.

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has scheduled its first quarter fiscal 2025 earnings announcement for May 29, 2025, before market open. The company will host an investor conference call at 9 a.m. ET the same day to discuss results for the period ended May 3, 2025.

Investors can join via phone using toll-free number (877) 407-3982 or international number (201) 493-6780 with access code "Build-A-Bear". A live webcast will be available on the company's investor relations website. The call is expected to last until 10 a.m. ET, with replay options available online for one year and via phone until June 5, 2025.

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) reported record-breaking results for Q4 and fiscal 2024. The company achieved a 0.8% increase in Q4 revenues to $150.4 million and a 5.1% growth in pre-tax income to $27.5 million. For fiscal 2024, total revenues rose 2.1% to $496.4 million.

Key highlights include:

• Net retail sales reached $139.5 million in Q4
• Commercial and franchise revenues grew 20.5% to $10.9 million
• Company added 64 new global locations in 2024
• Returned $42 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks
• Increased quarterly dividend by 10% to $0.22 per share

For fiscal 2025, Build-A-Bear expects mid-single-digit revenue growth with pre-tax income ranging from a low-single-digit decline to low-single-digit growth, impacted by increased costs including tariffs. The company plans to add at least 50 new experience locations globally.

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has unveiled plans to open a multi-level retail experience in Orlando, Florida during the first half of 2026. The innovative location will be situated at ICON Park, near major attractions like Walt Disney World, Universal's Theme Parks, and SeaWorld Orlando.

The company is collaborating with design firm Chute Gerdeman to create an immersive retail space, building upon their successful partnership at FAO Schwarz New York. This expansion is part of Build-A-Bear's strategic evolution to grow its global footprint beyond its current 600 locations, particularly in tourist destinations.

The new location will feature a branded facade on International Drive and aims to cater to both children and the collectible market of teens and adults, which represents 40% of sales. According to CEO Sharon Price John, this creative interpretation of their 'make your own' teddy bear concept will be a must-visit attraction for their diverse fan base.