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BBW Stock Forecast: Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 24 Aug 2026
$39
−0.05% on the day

The 4 Wall Street analysts covering Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $60 — +54.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 50 of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.

Market cap
$487.6M
Ticker Nerd rank
50 / 100
Median analyst target
$60
Analysts covering
4
Revenue$125.3M−2.4% y/y
Operating income$23.7M
Net income$18.3M
Free cash flow$14.4M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 30 Apr 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
+1.8%
1M
+15.3%
YTD
−35.7%
1Y
−29.9%
From 52W high
−47.7%
From 52W low
+30.3%
$30
$74
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

BBW stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 22 Aug 2026
50 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Quality
93
Value
76
Volatility
60
Issuance
58
Size
54
Revisions
49
Growth
35
Momentum
25
Accruals
23

Quality (93): The business earns solid, repeatable profits on what it owns.

Accruals (23): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs quant trader with fourteen years in markets.

Wall Street

BBW stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on BBW, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$30$40$50$60$70$80Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26BBWHigh $65Median $60Low $60

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says4 analysts
4 Buy0 Hold0 Sell
Low $60Median $60High $65

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +54.4% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first
DateFirmActionRatingTarget
17 June 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy$65
29 May 2026DA DavidsonMaintainsBuy—
21 May 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
6 May 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
28 Apr 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
24 Mar 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
13 Mar 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
5 Mar 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
27 Jan 2026Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
22 Dec 2025Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
10 Dec 2025CJS SecuritiesInitiatesMarket Outperform—
5 Dec 2025DA DavidsonMaintainsBuy—
5 Dec 2025Small Cap Consumer ResearchMaintainsBuy—
25 Nov 2025Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
24 Nov 2025Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
8 Oct 2025Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
30 Sept 2025Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
17 Sept 2025Small Cap Consumer ResearchReiteratesBuy—
29 Aug 2025DA DavidsonMaintainsBuy—
29 Aug 2025Northland Capital MarketsMaintainsOutperform—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

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Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.

Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. BBW appears on the weeks it earns a place.

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Performance

BBW vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 24 Aug 2026, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. returned −29.9% against +19.6% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

BBW vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
6080100120140Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26BBWS&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

BBW analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
+4.8%
Analysts raising
4
Analysts cutting
0
Fundamentals

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (BBW) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
9.1×

Cheaper than 61% of US stocks

Price / sales
0.9×

Cheaper than 72% of US stocks

Price / book
3.0×

Cheaper than 35% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
6.8×

Cheaper than 49% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
−2.4%

Higher than 23% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
19.5%

Higher than 58% of US stocks

Gross margin
63.8%

Higher than 77% of US stocks

Operating margin
19.0%

Higher than 78% of US stocks

Net margin
10.5%

Higher than 71% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
35.9%

Higher than 90% of US stocks

Return on assets
13.0%

Higher than 96% of US stocks

Dividend yield
1.2%

Higher than 28% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (BBW) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. has a market value of $487.6M and an enterprise value of $574.7M.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 Apr 2026: $526.7M. The latest quarter shrank 2.4% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: $55.2M, a 10.5% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $4.27.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 Apr 2026: $29.0M.

  • Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. spent $35.0M on share buybacks and $11.5M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 Apr 2026.

  • Shares outstanding: 12.6M.

  • Trailing P/E: 9.1×; forward P/E: 9.0× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • Forward dividend yield: 1.18%, paying out 21% of earnings.

  • Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. employs 1,200 people — $439K of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 Apr 2026 · market figures as at 25 Aug 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

BBW vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelSpecialty Retail
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
BBWBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.$487.6M
50
EVGOEVgo, Inc.$473.9M
12
ARKOARKO Corp.$529.3M
84
BNEDBarnes & Noble Education, Inc.$413.6M
72
BWMXBetterware de Mexico SAPI de CV$598.9M
89
WOOFPetco Health & Wellness Company, Inc.$798.7M
73
FLWS1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc.$254.5M
60

Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.

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News

Latest BBW news & analysis

Build-A-Bear Workshop to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results and Host Investor Conference Call on August 27, 2026

Business Wire · 13 Aug 2026neutral

Build-A-Bear Workshop announced it will report second-quarter fiscal 2026 results on August 27, 2026, before market open, and will host an investor conference call at 9 a.m. ET that same day.

Why it matters — The announcement provides the date and details for BBW's upcoming quarterly earnings release and investor call, which investors follow for the company's financial performance and outlook.

The "Spooky Stuff You Love" Collection Returns to Build-A-Bear Workshop® With New Furry Friends For Halloween

PRNewsWire · 6 Aug 2026positive

Build-A-Bear Workshop announced the return of its seasonal "Spooky Stuff You Love" Halloween collection, launching August 6 in stores and online. The 2026 lineup features the all-new Jumping Spider plush as its centerpiece, alongside other furry friends, festive fashions, and bag charms.

Why it matters — BBW watchers would care because this seasonal Halloween launch is a key driver of the company's late-summer and fall retail traffic and merchandise sales.

BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP CELEBRATES HARRY POTTER™'S BIRTHDAY WITH ENCHANTING NEW COLLECTION AND FAN GIVEAWAY

PRNewsWire · 30 July 2026positive

Build-A-Bear Workshop launched a new Harry Potter collection on July 30, timed to Harry Potter's birthday on July 31, available online and at participating locations.

Why it matters — The launch of this new Harry Potter collection represents a seasonal product release tied to a major franchise, which could drive customer traffic and sales for Build-A-Bear.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about BBW stock

What is the BBW stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 4 Wall Street analysts covering Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $60, with estimates ranging from $60 to $65. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is BBW stock a buy right now?

Of the 4 analysts covering Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., 4 rate it a Buy, 0 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. 50 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 22 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank BBW?

As at 22 Aug 2026, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. ranks 50 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Quality (93 of 100).

Will BBW stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 4 analysts implies +54.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. 50 out of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the BBW stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for BBW are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $60 to $65 over the next 12 months.

How has BBW stock performed over the past year?

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. returned -29.9% over the 12 months to 24 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. do?

Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. is a specialty retailer offering an interactive and personalized retail experience for customers, mainly focusing on the creation and customization of stuffed animals.

What is the latest news on BBW?

The most recent item we track (Business Wire, 13 Aug 2026): "Build-A-Bear Workshop to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results and Host Investor Conference Call on August 27, 2026". Build-A-Bear Workshop announced it will report second-quarter fiscal 2026 results on August 27, 2026, before market open, and will host an investor conference call at 9 a.m. ET that same day.

Company

About Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.

Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. is a specialty retailer offering an interactive and personalized retail experience for customers, mainly focusing on the creation and customization of stuffed animals. Founded in 1997, the company allows customers, often young children and families, to participate in the process of creating their own personalized stuffed animal, from choosing a bear to adding unique outfits and accessories. This business model emphasizes consumer engagement and creativity, fostering an emotional connection with the product. Build-A-Bear Workshop operates through both physical retail locations and an online platform, reflecting the blend of traditional and digital retail strategies. The company also offers private label products and has expanded its range to adult-targeted lines and external brand collaborations. By operating in a niche market within the broader retail and entertainment sectors, Build-A-Bear Workshop plays a significant role in integrating retail with experiential entertainment, adapting its business to changing consumer trends and preferences in a competitive landscape.

CEO Mr. J. Christopher Hurt · 1,200 employees · United States · https://www.buildabear.com