Clarus Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Clarus Corporation's subsidiary, MAXTRAX, has won the 2022 Australian Good Design Award for Product Design in the Automotive and Transport category for its innovative MAXTRAX 4x4 Recovery System. This product enhances safety for overland enthusiasts with features like a soft shackle hitch receiver, winch ring, and various ropes. The awards jury praised its holistic design that minimizes injury risks. Clarus President John Walbrecht emphasized the company's ongoing commitment to developing safe and effective outdoor adventure tools as more consumers engage in off-road activities.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) will participate in upcoming investor conferences, including the Lake Street Big6 Best Ideas Growth Conference on September 14 and the Raymond James Consumer Conference on September 15, where it will present from 1:10 to 1:40 PM ET. Additionally, Clarus will attend the Wells Fargo Consumer Conference on September 20-21. The company focuses on outdoor and consumer enthusiast markets, aiming to grow 'super fan' brands through innovation. More information is available through their investor relations contacts.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) announced an investigation into Caption Management, LLC for failing to comply with beneficial ownership reporting rules. Caption's acquisition of 17.1% ownership in Clarus violated its Rights Agreement, prompting the company to evaluate potential liabilities for short swing profits. The Board of Directors will pursue remedies, which may substantially dilute Caption’s ownership. Clarus is also in contact with Nasdaq regarding Caption's trading activity and may take further action against manipulative trading practices.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) acknowledged recent market volatility affecting its stock, stating no material developments contributed to this activity. Parallax Volatility Advisers acquired over 5% of Clarus' shares without board approval, violating a rights agreement aimed at preserving net operating losses. Clarus may pursue remedies to dilute Parallax's ownership. Additionally, Clarus has a $50 million stock repurchase program and had $13.9 million in cash as of June 30, 2022, with $274.5 million available on its revolving credit line.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) has approved requests from its major shareholders, Brown Advisory and Greenhouse Funds, to increase their ownership stakes to 12.5% of the company’s outstanding shares. Brown currently holds about 8.5% (3,179,132 shares) and Greenhouse holds about 7.4% (2,772,000 shares). This approval is conditional on both parties not exceeding the 12.5% limit and maintaining eligibility to report on Schedule 13G. The company also confirmed that this increased investment will not hinder the utilization of approximately $60.7 million in Net Operating Loss carryforwards.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) reported a remarkable 57% increase in second-quarter sales, reaching $114.9 million compared to the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA rose 51% to a record $17.6 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 15.3%. Net income soared 105% to $3.8 million or $0.09 per diluted share. The company has approved a new $50 million stock repurchase program while expecting a 25% increase in annual sales to $470 million. Challenges in supply chain logistics impacted delivery capabilities, yet strong demand persists across segments.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.025 per share, to be paid on August 19, 2022, to stockholders recorded as of August 8, 2022. This dividend reflects the company’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders while maintaining its focus on the outdoor and consumer enthusiast markets. Clarus operates under renowned brands including Black Diamond and Rhino-Rack, aiming for sustainable long-term growth in the outdoor equipment sector.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) will hold a conference call on August 1, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss its financial results for Q2 2022, ending June 30. The press release with results will be available after market hours on the same day. Investors can register in advance and participate via the provided registration link. Clarus designs and distributes outdoor gear and lifestyle products under brands like Black Diamond and Rhino-Rack, focusing on growth through innovation and strategic acquisitions.

Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) will participate in several upcoming investor conferences to engage with shareholders and potential investors. The company will attend the William Blair 42nd Annual Growth Stock Conference on June 8, 2022, followed by the Stifel Cross Sector Insight Conference on June 9, 2022, and the Jefferies Consumer Conference on June 21-22, 2022. These conferences aim to showcase Clarus’s strategy in the outdoor and consumer enthusiast markets, as well as its portfolio of established brands.