SWBI Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how SWBI performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, SWBI sees a +3.55% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +8.49% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.05%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
SWBI Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
129.68M
3.78%
46.81%
Gross Margin
26.91%
4.50%
-12.06%
Operating Margin
5.75%
23.39%
360.00%
Net Margin
3.19%
59.50%
-234.03%
EPS
0.09
80.00%
-280.00%
No Data Available
SWBI Earnings Analysis
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. Common Stock Corporation (SWBI.O) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Net Sales Increase: Net sales for our second quarter of $129.7 million were $4.7 million or 3.8% above the prior year comparable quarter on the strength of our new Bodyguard 380 pistol and lever-action rifle.
Handgun Shipment Increase: Our handguns shipments were up 19.2%, significantly outperforming the market due mostly to very strong demand for our new products, led by the entry-level price Bodyguard 2.0.
Channel Shipment Increase: Our units shipped into the channel increased by 8.7% while distributor and strategic retail account inventories largely held flat with only a 2.7% increase, indicating strong share growth despite a challenging market.
Award Recognition for Handgun: We have won best new handgun of 2024 from the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers, which represents our largest channel customers, and also 2024 Handgun of the Year from Guns and Ammo Magazine, one of the most popular firearm consumer publications.
Dividends and Cash Position: We paid $5.8 million in dividends and ended the quarter with $39.1 million in cash and $100 million in borrowings on our line of credit, which we expect to pay down in the second half.
Negative
Q2 Demand Shortfall: Second quarter results came in below our expectations as overall demand for firearms normalized late in the quarter.
Market Outperformance and Innovation: Despite these headwinds, we continue to outperform the market and believe we gained share, led by our best-in-class innovation with new products representing 44% of our sales in the period.
Unit Shipment Increase: Overall, for Smith & Wesson, our units shipped into the channel increased by 8.7% while distributor and strategic retail account inventories largely held flat with only a 2.7% increase, indicating strong share growth despite a challenging market.
Quarterly Net Sales Increase: Net sales for our second quarter of $129.7 million were $4.7 million or 3.8% above the prior year comparable quarter on the strength of our new Bodyguard 380 pistol and lever-action rifle.
Operational Cash Flow Analysis: Cash used in operations for the second quarter was $7.4 million compared with $2.9 million in the prior year comparable quarter due in large part to larger increases in net working capital in the current quarter, partially offset by increased net income.
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SWBI Earning Call Sentiment
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call shows mixed signals: slight revenue growth and improved margins, but lower than expected. New products are performing well, yet the market is softening. The share repurchase program is a positive, but cash flow concerns persist. Q&A insights reveal inventory management and pricing pressures. Overall, the sentiment is balanced, suggesting a neutral stock price movement.
