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Build-A-Bear declares $0.23 quarterly dividend

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (BBW) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share on its common stock.

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Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (BBW) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on October 8, 2026 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on September 24, 2026.

The company notes it reported $529.8 million in total revenues for fiscal 2025, representing its fifth consecutive year of record results, and operates more than 650 experience locations across over 30 countries, along with its e-commerce site buildabear.com.

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Quarterly cash dividend per share $0.23 per share Dividend on common stock declared September 9, 2026
Dividend record date September 24, 2026 Stockholders of record as of close of business on this date receive the dividend
Dividend payment date October 8, 2026 Scheduled payment date for the $0.23 per-share dividend
Total revenues $529.8 million Total revenues for fiscal 2025; fifth consecutive year of record results
Experience locations More than 650 locations Company-owned, partner-operated, and franchise locations worldwide
Countries of operation More than 30 countries Global footprint for Build-A-Bear experience locations
Years operating Nearly 30 years Brand history since founding in 1997
quarterly cash dividend financial
"declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share"
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
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"to all stockholders of record as of September 24, 2026"
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liquidity financial
"information concerning our future liquidity, future revenues, margins"
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retailtainment technical
"a leading global retailtainment brand on a mission"
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"factors discussed under the captions entitled “Risk Factors” ... in our Annual Report on Form 10-K"
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FAQ

What dividend did BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP INC (BBW) declare on September 9, 2026?

Build-A-Bear’s Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of issued and outstanding common stock on September 9, 2026.

When is the record date and payment date for BBW’s $0.23 dividend?

The record date for the $0.23 per-share dividend is September 24, 2026, and the dividend is scheduled to be paid on October 8, 2026.

Which shareholders of BBW are eligible to receive the September 2026 dividend?

All holders of issued and outstanding shares of Build-A-Bear common stock as of the close of business on September 24, 2026 are eligible to receive the $0.23 per-share dividend.

What were Build-A-Bear Workshop’s total revenues for fiscal 2025?

Build-A-Bear Workshop reported $529.8 million in total revenues for fiscal 2025, which the company states represents its fifth consecutive year of record results.

How extensive is Build-A-Bear Workshop’s global presence as of this disclosure?

Build-A-Bear operates more than 650 company-owned, partner-operated, and franchise experience locations across more than 30 countries, complemented by its online platform buildabear.com.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549
 
FORM 8-K
 
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 9, 2026
 
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.
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(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
 
Delaware
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(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)
001-32320
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File Number)
43-1883836
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(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
 
 
 
415 South 18th St.St. LouisMissouri
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63103
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(314423-8000
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
 
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Item 8.01         Other Events.
 
On September 9, 2026, the Board of Directors of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (the “Company”) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share to be paid on October 8, 2026, to all holders of record of issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s common stock as of the close of business on September 24, 2026.
 
On September 9, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the quarterly dividend. A copy of the press release has been filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
 
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Financial Statements and Exhibits.
 
 
 
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Press release, dated September 9, 2026
 
 
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SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
 
BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP, INC.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Date: September 9, 2026 
By:
/s/ Voin Todorovic
 
Name:
Voin Todorovic
 
Title:
Chief Financial Officer
 
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Exhibit 99.1

 

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

 

ST. LOUIS (September 9, 2026) Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of issued and outstanding common stock. The dividend will be paid on October 8, 2026, to all stockholders of record as of September 24, 2026.

 

About Build-A-Bear 

Founded in 1997, Build‑A‑Bear is a leading global retailtainment brand on a mission to add a little more heart to life. At Build-A-Bear, guests are invited to create personalized furry friends through a unique stuffing, dressing, accessorizing and naming process, accentuated by a memorable "heart ceremony" that creates moments of connection for people of all ages. 

 

Over the years, Build‑A‑Bear has grown into a multi‑generational phenomenon, positioned at the intersection of pop‑culture trends. Beyond its signature retail experience, the brand also offers pre‑stuffed plush, gifting, partnerships with best‑in‑class licensed and collectible characters, and original storytelling through Build‑A‑Bear Entertainment, LLC.  Build‑A‑Bear’s current brand platform and message, “The Stuff You Love,” crosses ages and cultures while celebrating nearly 30 years of helping people mark life’s meaningful moments. 

 

Today, Build‑A‑Bear operates more than 650 company-owned, partner-operated, and franchise experience locations across more than 30 countries, complemented by buildabear.com. Build‑A‑Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) reported $529.8 million in total revenues for fiscal 2025, representing the Company's 5th consecutive year of record results. Learn more at the Investor Relations section of buildabear.com.     

 

 

Forward-Looking Statements 

This press release contains certain statements that are, or may be considered to be, “forward-looking statements” for the purpose of federal securities laws, including, but not limited to, statements that reflect our current views with respect to future events and financial performance. We generally identify these statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “might,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “intend,” “predict,” “future,” “potential” or “continue,” the negative or any derivative of these terms and other comparable terminology. All the information concerning our future liquidity, future revenues, margins and other future financial performance and results, achievement of operating or financial plans or forecasts for future periods, sources and availability of credit and liquidity, future cash flows and cash needs, success and results of strategic initiatives and other future financial performance or financial position, as well as our assumptions underlying such information, constitute forward-looking information.  

  

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These statements are based only on our current expectations and projections about future events. Because these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, there are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, including those factors discussed under the captions entitled “Risk Factors” and “Forward-Looking Statements” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on April 16, 2026, and other periodic reports filed with the SEC which are incorporated herein.  

  

All our forward-looking statements are as of the date of this Press Release only. In each case, actual results may differ materially from such forward-looking information. We can give no assurance that such expectations or forward-looking statements will prove to be correct. An occurrence of or any material adverse change in one or more of the risk factors or other risks and uncertainties referred to in this Press Release or included in our other public disclosures or our other periodic reports or other documents or filings filed with or furnished to the SEC could materially and adversely affect our continuing operations and our future financial results, cash flows, available credit, prospects, and liquidity. Except as required by law, the Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.  

  

All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.   

 

Investor Relations Contact                    

Gary Schnierow, Vice President, Investor Relations & Corporate Finance  

garys@buildabear.com

  

Media Relations Contact 

pr@buildabear.com

 

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