Escalade Stock Price, News & Analysis

Escalade (NASDAQ: ESCA), a manufacturer of sporting goods and recreation equipment, has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release for August 1, 2025, before market open. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET the same day to discuss results and conduct a Q&A session.

Investors can access the webcast through Escalade's website investor relations section. The conference call will be available via domestic dial-in (833-890-3250) and international dial-in (412-206-6441). A replay will be accessible through August 15, 2025 using replay numbers and conference ID 10201064.

Escalade (NASDAQ: ESCA) reported its Q1 2025 financial results, showing mixed performance with improved profitability despite lower sales. Net sales decreased 3.2% to $55.5 million due to softer demand in basketball and table tennis products, partially offset by growth in archery and safety products. However, the company demonstrated stronger profitability metrics with operating income increasing 19.3% to $3.7 million and net income rising to $2.6 million ($0.19 per share), up from $1.8 million ($0.13 per share) year-over-year. Gross margin improved by 161 basis points to 26.7%, driven by lower fixed costs and reduced inventory expenses. The company generated $3.8 million in operating cash flow and reduced total debt to $23.8 million, down significantly from $53.5 million in Q1 2024. Escalade maintained its shareholder returns, declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share and executing $1.4 million in share repurchases.

Escalade (NASDAQ: ESCA), a leading manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods and indoor/outdoor recreational equipment, has scheduled its first quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Monday, May 5, 2025, before market opening.

The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results and conduct a Q&A session. Investors can access the webcast through Escalade's Investor Relations website. The teleconference replay will be available until May 19, 2025.

STIGA has launched its new Paragon Table Tennis Table in the US market, marking a significant product release in their high-performance equipment lineup. The table features a 25mm tournament-grade play surface designed for optimal speed and consistency.

Key technical features include a dual-bow chassis, multi-point leveling system, and reinforced aluminum frame for enhanced stability. The table's distinctive sculpted arc-leg design combines aesthetic appeal with structural durability, while integrated LED lighting enables customizable playing environments.

The Paragon is exclusively available through STIGAus.com, targeting serious players and table tennis enthusiasts who seek professional-grade equipment.

Escalade (NASDAQ: ESCA) reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 results, showing mixed performance. Q4 saw a 2.4% decrease in net sales to $63.9 million, with net income of $2.7 million ($0.19 per share). Full-year 2024 results showed a 4.6% decline in net sales to $251.5 million, though operating income increased 12.3% to $20.0 million.

The company improved its gross margin by 130 basis points to 24.7% for the full year. Notable operational achievements include reducing inventory by 18%, decreasing total headcount by 23% over two years, and reducing facility square footage by 20%. The company generated $36.0 million in operating cash flow, using $25 million to reduce debt, achieving a net leverage ratio of 0.8x.

The Board authorized a new $20.0 million share repurchase program and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, payable April 14, 2025.

Escalade (NASDAQ: ESCA), a manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods and indoor/outdoor recreational equipment, has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results announcement for Wednesday, February 26, 2025, before market opening. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results and conduct a Q&A session.

The conference call will be accessible via webcast through Escalade's Investor Relations website. Participants can join the live teleconference using domestic (844-481-2516) or international (412-317-0544) dial-in numbers. A replay will be available until March 12, 2025, accessible via domestic (844-512-2921) and international (412-317-6671) numbers using Conference ID 10196141.

Escalade (NASDAQ: ESCA) has appointed Armin Boehm as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective April 1, 2025. Boehm will succeed Walter P. Glazer, Jr., who announced his retirement plans in August 2024. Glazer will continue serving as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Boehm brings over 30 years of leadership experience across global brands. He most recently served as Chief Commercial Officer at Gibson Inc., where he drove growth for musical instrument brands. His previous roles include leading commercial operations at Amer Sports for brands like Salomon and Wilson, managing operations for Puma in Asia, and leading innovation initiatives at Levi Strauss and Adidas.

The appointment follows an extensive search process, with the company emphasizing Boehm's strategic mindset and extensive global experience in the sporting goods industry as key factors in his selection.

Escalade (NASDAQ: ESCA) reported Q3 2024 results with net sales of $67.7 million, down 7.7% year-over-year, while net income increased to $5.7 million ($0.40 per diluted share) from $4.3 million ($0.31 per share) in Q3 2023. The company achieved a gross margin of 24.8% despite absorbing $2.3 million in non-recurring business rationalization expenses and recognized a $3.9 million gain on asset sales. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net sales declined 5.3% to $187.6 million, while net income rose to $10.3 million ($0.73 per share). The company reduced total debt to $29.5 million from $72.0 million year-over-year and maintained strong liquidity with $73.3 million in cash and credit availability.

Escalade, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESCA), a leading manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods and indoor/outdoor recreational equipment, has announced its third quarter 2024 results conference call. The company will release its financial results before the market opens on Thursday, October 24, 2024. A conference call is scheduled for the same day at 11:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results and answer questions.

Investors can access the webcast through Escalade's website in the Investor Relations section. For those participating in the live teleconference, domestic callers can dial 877-300-8521, while international callers should use 412-317-6026. A replay of the call will be available until November 7, 2024, accessible via 844-512-2921 for domestic callers and 412-317-6671 for international callers, using the Conference ID: 10193511.