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ST. LOUIS - Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE:BBW) announced Wednesday that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share on its common stock. The company’s dividend has shown impressive growth of 10% over the last twelve months, with an annual yield of 1.24%.
The dividend will be paid on October 9, 2025, to stockholders of record as of September 25, 2025, according to a company press release.
Build-A-Bear Workshop operates more than 600 locations globally, including company-owned, partner-operated and franchise experience stores. The company reported consolidated total revenues of $496.4 million for fiscal 2024.
Founded in 1997, Build-A-Bear has expanded beyond its retail stores to include e-commerce operations and licensing agreements with manufacturers for non-plush branded consumer products.
The company’s business model centers on interactive retail experiences where customers create personalized stuffed animals by participating in the stuffing, dressing, accessorizing, and naming process.
The dividend announcement comes as part of the company’s regular financial activities. Build-A-Bear noted in its statement that future dividends remain subject to board approval and may be increased, decreased, or eliminated based on business conditions.
In other recent news, Build-A-Bear Workshop reported strong second-quarter results for fiscal year 2026, significantly surpassing earnings and revenue forecasts. The company posted an earnings per share of $0.94, exceeding the expected $0.74, representing a 27.03% surprise. Revenue reached $124.2 million, surpassing the forecasted $116.2 million. DA Davidson raised its price target for Build-A-Bear to $85 from $64, maintaining a Buy rating on the stock. The firm highlighted Build-A-Bear’s strong quarterly performance, citing robust customer traffic and margin expansion due to higher pricing and reduced promotional activity. These developments did not negatively impact conversion rates. The recent earnings call emphasized the company’s ability to exceed market expectations, driven by strategic pricing and effective promotional strategies.
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