Academy Sports + Outdoors Hosts 2026 Analyst Day Event

Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) is hosting its Analyst Day on April 7, 2026, starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

Rhea-AI Summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors (Nasdaq: ASO) is hosting its Analyst Day on April 7, 2026, starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Senior leaders will present the company’s long-term strategy and growth initiatives.

A live webcast, presentation materials, and a replay (archived for ~30 days) are available on the company investor website.

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News Market Reaction – ASO

On Apr 7, the day this news came out, ASO closed 3.20% below the previous close.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Apr 7 session.

Market Context

This announcement centers on Academy Sports + Outdoors’ 2026 Analyst Day, where executives outline l...

Analysis

This announcement centers on Academy Sports + Outdoors’ 2026 Analyst Day, where executives outline long-term strategy and growth initiatives. It follows recent earnings showing $6.05B in annual net sales, growing EPS, increased dividends, and new store plans, plus loyalty and marketing campaigns. Together, these events highlight a focus on expansion and shareholder returns. Investors may track how management’s updated targets, capital plans, and store-growth messaging integrate with guidance and recent operational trends.

Key Figures

Net sales: $6.05B Q4 net sales: $1.72B GAAP EPS: $5.54 +5 more

Net sales

$6.05B

Fiscal 2025 net sales, up 2.0%

Q4 net sales

$1.72B

Fiscal 2025 Q4, up 2.5%

GAAP EPS

$5.54

Fiscal 2025 full-year diluted EPS

Q4 GAAP EPS

$1.98

Fiscal 2025 fourth quarter diluted EPS

Dividend per share

$0.15

Quarterly dividend after ~15% increase

New stores planned

20–25

Planned store openings in fiscal 2026

EPS guidance

$5.65–$6.15

Fiscal 2026 GAAP EPS outlook

Capex guidance

$200–$240M

Planned capital expenditures in fiscal 2026

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Apr 02

5 events

1. Apr 02

   Investor conference

   24h Move

   -0.6%

   Participation in J.P. Morgan Retail Roundup investor conference and webcast details.

2. Mar 31

   Analyst Day notice

   24h Move

   +2.2%

   Announcement of 2026 Analyst Day outlining long-term strategy and growth plans.

3. Mar 20

   Loyalty program launch

   24h Move

   -2.0%

   Launch of myAcademy Rewards credit card and enhanced loyalty benefits with Bread Financial.

4. Mar 17

   Earnings and guidance

   24h Move

   -11.7%

   Fiscal 2025 results, dividend increase, 2026 guidance, capex plans, and buyback capacity.

5. Mar 12

   Marketing campaign

   24h Move

   -4.0%

   Five-week work boot promotion with brand discounts and omni-channel fulfillment offers.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

restricted stock units, performance-based restricted stock units, time-based restricted stock units, Schedule 13G/A

4 terms

restricted stock units financial

"exercised restricted stock units into 17,630 shares of Common Stock"

Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.

performance-based restricted stock units financial

"received 36,552 performance-based restricted stock units and 36,552 time-based"

Performance-based restricted stock units are a type of employee equity award that converts into company shares only if predefined financial or operational targets are met over a set period. Think of it like a bonus check that becomes stock only when specific goals are hit; it ties pay to results, aligning managers’ incentives with shareholders. Investors care because these awards affect future share count, executive incentives, and signal how management’s success will be measured and rewarded.

time-based restricted stock units financial

"36,552 performance-based restricted stock units and 36,552 time-based restricted"

Time-based restricted stock units are a form of employee compensation where individuals are granted company shares that are earned over a set period, often as a reward for staying with the company. These shares typically become fully owned and transferable only after passing specific time milestones, encouraging long-term commitment. For investors, they highlight a company's focus on employee retention and can influence future stock supply and company stability.

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"filed Amendment No. 4 to its Schedule 13G/A reporting 0 shares"

A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.

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KATY, Texas, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors ("Academy" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: ASO), a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, is hosting its Analyst Day event today, April 7, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

Steve Lawrence, Chief Executive Officer, Carl Ford, Chief Financial Officer, and Chad Fox, Chief Customer Officer, are presenting and discussing the Company's long-term strategy as well as providing updates on growth initiatives.

A live webcast of the management presentation is accessible through this link or on the Company's website at investors.academy.com from the "News and Events" dropdown menu, under the "Events" tab.

Presentation materials are available on the Company's website at investors.academy.com and a replay of the webcast will be archived at investors.academy.com for approximately 30 days.

About Academy Sports + Outdoors
Academy is a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer in the United States. Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to more than 300 stores across 21 states and counting. Academy's mission is to provide "Fun for All" and Academy fulfills this mission with a localized merchandising strategy and value proposition that strongly connects with a broad range of consumers. Academy's product assortment focuses on key categories of outdoor, apparel, sports & recreation and footwear through both leading national brands and a portfolio of private label brands. For more information, visit www.academy.com.

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. Forward-looking statements may incorporate words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "forward," "ahead," "opportunities," "plans," "priorities," "goals," "future," "short/long term," "will," "should," or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to changes in global, regional, or local economic, business, competitive, market, regulatory, environmental, and other factors that could affect overall consumer spending or our industry, including the possible effects of ongoing macroeconomic challenges, inflation and in higher interest rates, trade policy changes or additional tariffs, geopolitical tensions, or changes to the financial health of our customers, many of which are beyond Academy's control. These and other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are set forth in Academy's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including the Annual Report on Form 10-K under the caption "Part 1A. Risk Factors," as may be updated from time to time in our periodic filings with the SEC. Any forward-looking statement in this press release speaks only as of the date of this release. Academy undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws.

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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When is Academy Sports + Outdoors (ASO) Analyst Day 2026 taking place?

The Analyst Day is on April 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET. According to the company, management presentations begin then with live webcast access and supporting presentation materials posted on the investor website.

Who is presenting at Academy Sports + Outdoors (ASO) Analyst Day 2026?

CEO Steve Lawrence, CFO Carl Ford, and CCO Chad Fox are presenting. According to the company, the executives will discuss long-term strategy and updates on growth initiatives for investors and analysts.

How can investors access the Academy Sports + Outdoors (ASO) Analyst Day webcast and materials?

Investors can access a live webcast and presentation materials on the investor website at investors.academy.com. According to the company, the replay will be archived on that site for approximately 30 days after the event.

Will there be a replay of the Academy Sports + Outdoors (ASO) Analyst Day webcast?

Yes, a replay will be archived for about 30 days on the investor website. According to the company, the replay and presentation materials remain available under the Events/News and Events sections.

What topics will Academy Sports + Outdoors (ASO) cover at Analyst Day 2026?

Management will present the company’s long-term strategy and growth initiatives during Analyst Day. According to the company, the discussion will focus on strategic priorities and updates relevant to investors and analysts.