American Outdoor Stock Price, News & Analysis

On April 6, 2023, American Outdoor Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: AOUT) reached a settlement with Good Sportsman Marketing, LLC (GSM) regarding trademark and patent infringement claims initiated in October 2022. The case involved GSM's unauthorized use of AOB's trademarks, including LEAD SLED®, TACKDRIVER®, and DEAD SHOT®, concerning its Alpha Shooting Rest product. As part of the settlement, GSM will compensate AOB and cease all sales and marketing of the Alpha Shooting Rest. Additionally, a permanent injunction was issued by the U.S. District Court for Delaware to prevent future infringements. AOB's President, Brian Murphy, emphasized the importance of innovation and protection of intellectual property for the company's growth strategy.

American Outdoor Brands, Inc. (AOUT) reported third-quarter fiscal 2023 results with net sales of $50.9 million, a 27.4% decline from the previous year. E-commerce sales fell by 30.8% to $24.5 million, primarily due to reduced demand in the Shooting Sports category. Traditional sales also dropped by 23.9% to $26.4 million. Despite the decline, gross margin improved to 47.1%, up 130 basis points. The company posted a GAAP net loss of $2.9 million or $0.21 per share, down from a profit of $3.8 million in the same quarter last year. Operating cash flow was strong at $18.1 million.

American Outdoor Brands (NASDAQ: AOUT) filed a patent infringement complaint against The Allen Company in Colorado federal court on January 26, 2023. The lawsuit claims Allen infringed on seven patents related to products such as the LEAD SLED® shooting rests and Orange Peel® shooting targets. AOB seeks injunctive relief and monetary damages, asserting that Allen's actions were unauthorized and willful. CEO Brian Murphy emphasized the importance of protecting AOB's intellectual property to maintain product integrity and customer confidence in their brand. AOB is committed to defending its innovations in the outdoor products market.

American Outdoor Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: AOUT) announced an expansion of its lease for its Columbia, Missouri headquarters, effective January 1, 2024. The agreement allows AOB full occupancy of approximately 632,000 square feet, increasing operational capacity. The incremental annual lease expense is expected to be around $1.3 million, but is projected to be offset by savings from facility consolidations and improved distribution efficiencies. The company is scheduled to release its third-quarter fiscal 2023 financial results on March 9, 2023, followed by a conference call at 5:00 PM ET to discuss the results.

American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) introduces the Schrade Enrage Series, a collaboration between Schrade® knives and Rage® broadheads. Launching at the ATA Show in Indianapolis from January 11-13, 2023, this series features innovative replaceable blade technology for high-performance knives designed for hunting and everyday use. The Enrage Series includes three models: Isolate Enrage, Phantom Enrage, and Stryche Enrage, with prices ranging from $39.99 to $74.99. These knives aim to meet the demands of outdoor enthusiasts.