Academy Sports + Outdoors Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
Rhea-AI Summary
Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per share for the fiscal quarter ended November 1, 2025. The dividend was declared on December 4, 2025 and is payable on January 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 18, 2025.
Positive
- Quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share
- Dividend payable Jan 15, 2026 to record holders Dec 18, 2025
- Provides direct cash income to shareholders
Negative
- No forward dividend guidance or multi‑quarter commitment provided
- Dividend payment could reduce cash available for other uses
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, ASO gained 1.85%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
ASO was up 3.64% while peers were mixed: RH at -3.55%, BBWI, MNSO, FIVE, and MUSA modestly positive. This points to a more stock-specific move around ASO.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 09 | Earnings results | Positive | +8.6% | Q3 growth, strong eCommerce and updated EPS guidance drove a gain. |
| Dec 05 | Dividend declaration | Positive | +1.9% | Board declared a $0.13 quarterly cash dividend for recent quarter. |
| Dec 02 | Board appointments | Positive | -2.3% | Three new directors added to strengthen strategic capabilities. |
| Nov 25 | Earnings call notice | Neutral | +3.1% | Announced timing and access details for Q3 results conference call. |
| Nov 18 | Store expansion | Positive | -1.6% | Five new stores opened, taking fiscal 2025 new-store count to 24. |
Positive operational or capital-return news has often seen supportive reactions, but there are notable instances where upbeat strategic updates coincided with negative price moves.
Over the last month, Academy reported Q3 results with $1,383.7M net sales and adjusted EPS guidance of $5.65–$6.15, which was followed by a strong positive reaction. The company consistently declared a $0.13 quarterly dividend, including the one payable on January 15, 2026. Strategic moves included appointing three new directors, expanding to 24 new stores in fiscal 2025, and hosting its Q3 results call. Today’s dividend notice fits this pattern of steady capital returns alongside growth initiatives.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement detailed the Board’s declaration of a recurring quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per share for the quarter ended November 1, 2025, payable on January 15, 2026 to holders of record on December 18, 2025. It fits a pattern of regular dividends after an earlier increase in 2025. When reviewing this news, investors have historically watched how such capital returns align with earnings trends, store expansion, and balance sheet flexibility.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
About Academy Sports + Outdoors
Academy is a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer in
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are based on Academy's current expectations and are not guarantees of future performance. The forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding the payment of the dividend, including the timing and amount thereof, the Company's expectations regarding its future performance, and the Company's future financial condition to support future dividend growth and are subject to various risks, uncertainties, assumptions, or changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict or quantify. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to factors that are set forth in Academy's filings with the
Media Inquiries: Meredith Klein, Vice President of Communications, 346.823.6615, Meredith.klein@academy.com
Investor Inquiries: Dan Aldridge, Vice President of Investor Relations, 832.739.4102, Dan.aldridge@academy.com
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FAQ
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