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American Outdoor Brands Q3 2026 earnings summary

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Q3 2026 earnings summary12 Mar, 2026

Executive summary

  • Q3 FY2026 net sales were $56.6 million, down 3.3% year-over-year but ahead of expectations, driven by strong retail sell-through and Outdoor Lifestyle growth, while Shooting Sports declined 15%.

  • Outdoor Lifestyle brands contributed over 62% of net sales, growing 5.4% year-over-year, led by BOG, MEAT! Your Maker, and BUBBA.

  • New products accounted for over 26% of net sales, reflecting a robust innovation pipeline and digital integration.

  • GAAP net loss was $4.1 million ($0.32 per share) versus net income last year; non-GAAP net income was $1.5 million.

  • Divestiture of the UST camping brand resulted in a $3.4 million non-cash impairment charge.

Financial highlights

  • Gross margin was 41%, down 370 bps year-over-year, impacted by tariffs and inventory reserves.

  • Adjusted EBITDA was $3.3 million (5.8% margin), down from $4.7 million last year.

  • Cash and cash equivalents were $10.4 million at quarter-end, with no debt and a $75 million undrawn credit line.

  • Operating cash flow for the nine months was negative, with a net decrease in cash of $13.0 million.

  • Share buybacks totaled 181,000 shares in Q3 at an average price of $7.87.

Outlook and guidance

  • FY2026 net sales guidance is $191–$193 million, with gross margin expected at 42–43% and Adjusted EBITDA at 4–4.5% of net sales.

  • Underlying net sales decline for FY2026 is ~5% after adjusting for prior year pull-forward.

  • Long-term target is 25–30% EBITDA margin on net sales above $200 million, with a goal to reach $400 million in net sales.

  • Operating expenses are expected to decline for the full year.

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American Outdoor Brands, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of outdoor products for rugged outdoor enthusiasts in the United States and internationally. The Company offers a range of products under several brands. The Company's brands include Smith & Wesson®, M&P®, Thompson/Center ArmsTM, Knives and Tools, Hoppe's® gun care products and Crimson TraceTM laser sights. AOBC sells its products through a network of select dealers in the United States and an international dealer network consisting of distributors, retailers and dealers that sell to law enforcement agencies and retail channels. It also sells its products through sale or return networks, independent sales representatives and to the U.S. Department of Defense. American Outdoor Brands, Inc. was incorporated in 2020 and is headquartered in Columbia, Missouri.

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