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May 03
Build-A-Bear Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Build-A-Bear reported record-breaking results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025.
Key Takeaways
Build-A-Bear delivered a record Q1 with strong revenue and EPS growth, reflecting continued momentum in its global footprint expansion and disciplined cost management.
Total revenue reached a Q1 record of $128.4 million.
EPS hit a Q1 high of $1.17 driven by increased pre-tax income and lower share count.
EBITDA rose to $23.1 million, a 26.7% increase YoY.
The company added 15 new global experience locations during the quarter.
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
Build-A-Bear reiterated revenue guidance for FY25 and updated its pre-tax income expectations while continuing to focus on store expansion and managing inflationary pressures.
Positive Outlook
- Expects mid-single-digit percentage revenue growth in FY25
- Raised pre-tax income guidance to $61M–$67M
- Plans to open at least 50 new experience locations globally
- Capital expenditures forecast remains $20M–$25M
- Tax rate expected to be in the range of 22% to 24%
Challenges Ahead
- Facing continued inflationary pressures, especially in labor and freight
- Interest income declined year-over-year
- Higher SG&A due to store wages and inflation
- Outlook does not include impact from further changes in tariffs
- Macroeconomic or geopolitical risks not factored into guidance
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