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title: "Build-A-Bear Workshop posts $529.8M revenue, $3.99 diluted EPS on $52.2M net income"
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description: "Build-A-Bear Workshop reported fiscal results with revenues of $529.8 million and net income of $52.2 million, achieving diluted earnings per share of $3.99. Revenue increased by $33.4 million year-over-year, driven by retail growth, while net income remained flat despite the highest pre-tax profit in company history. Key highlights include a 5.6% rise in net retail sales to $486.0 million, expansion of global locations to 662 stores, and ongoing investments in digital transformation and store formats."
datetime: "2026-04-16T13:25:01.000Z"
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# Build-A-Bear Workshop posts $529.8M revenue, $3.99 diluted EPS on $52.2M net income

**Build-A-Bear Workshop** reported fiscal results showing total revenues of $529.8 million and net income of $52.2 million, with diluted earnings per share of $3.99. Revenue rose $33.4 million year-over-year driven by retail and commercial growth, while net income remained essentially flat versus the prior year despite the company recording its highest pre-tax profit in history. The results reflect stronger retail performance and continued investments in omnichannel and store initiatives.

**Financial Highlights**

-   **Total revenues**: $529.8 million, an increase of $33.4 million driven by retail and commercial growth.
-   **Consolidated gross profit**: $295.6 million; consolidated gross margin: 55.8% (increase versus prior year).
-   **Income before income taxes (operating income equivalent)**: $67.2 million — the highest pre-tax profit in company history.
-   **Net income**: $52.2 million, essentially flat compared with the prior year.
-   **Net income per common share — Basic**: $4.00; **Diluted**: $3.99.

**Business Highlights**

-   **Revenue mix and channel trends**: Net retail sales rose 5.6% year-over-year to $486.0 million, driven by increased store traffic and net new store openings; e‑commerce declined while partner-operated and franchise locations expanded significantly.
-   **Brand and product positioning**: Strong brand momentum and pop-culture licensing broadened appeal beyond children to teens and adults.
-   **Store footprint and formats**: Global locations grew to 662 stores (375 corporate, 178 partner, 109 franchise) and the company rolled out a new Discovery store format.
-   **Operational initiatives**: Investments in digital transformation, IT systems, and updated store formats, along with sourcing and freight actions that contributed to improved retail gross margin.

Original SEC Filing: BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP INC \[ BBW \] - 10-K - Apr. 16, 2026

**Disclaimer**

This is an AI-powered summary. It may contain inaccuracies. Consider verifying important information with the source. Please note this summary is solely based on documents filed with the SEC.

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