Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) raises quarterly dividend to $0.23 per share

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Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share, an increase of $0.01 per share. The dividend will be paid on April 9, 2026, to stockholders of record as of March 26, 2026. The company notes these dividend decisions remain subject to future review by its Board of Directors. Build-A-Bear also highlights that it generated consolidated total revenues of $496.4 million for fiscal 2024, reflecting the scale of its multi-channel retail and licensing business.

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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): March 11, 2026

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.

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(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware --------------------------- (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 001-32320 ------------------- (Commission File Number) 43-1883836 --------------------------- (IRS Employer Identification No.)

415 South 18th St., St. Louis, Missouri ---------------------------------------------------- (Address of Principal Executive Offices) 63103 ------------------ (Zip Code)

(314) 423-8000

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(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share	BBW	New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.     ☐

Item 8.01         Other Events.

On March 11, 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 April 9, 2026, to all holders of record of issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s common stock as of the close of business on March 26, 2026.

On March 11, 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.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)          Exhibits

Exhibit Number               Description of Exhibit

99.1	Press release, dated March 11, 2026
104	Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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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: March 11, 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 Increase in Quarterly Cash Dividend

ST. LOUIS (March 11, 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, representing an increase of $0.01 per share.  The dividend will be paid on April 9, 2026, to all stockholders of record as of March 26, 2026.

About Build-A-Bear 

Since its beginning in 1997, Build-A-Bear has evolved to become a beloved multi-generational brand focused on its mission to “add a little more heart to life,” where guests of all ages make their own “furry friends” in celebration and commemoration of life moments. Guests create their own stuffed animals by participating in the stuffing, dressing, accessorizing, and naming of their own teddy bears and other plush toys based on the Company’s own intellectual property and in conjunction with a variety of best-in-class licenses. The hands-on and interactive nature of our more than 600 company-owned, partner-operated and franchise experience locations around the world, combined with Build-A-Bear’s pop-culture appeal, often fosters a lasting and emotional brand connection with consumers and has enabled the Company to expand beyond its retail stores to include e-commerce sales on www.buildabear.com and non-plush branded consumer categories via out-bound licensing agreements with leading manufacturers, as well as the creation of engaging content via Build-A-Bear Entertainment (a subsidiary of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.). The brand’s newest communications campaign, "The Stuff You Love," commemorates more than a quarter-century of creating cherished memories worldwide. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) posted consolidated total revenues of $496.4 million for fiscal 2024. For more information, visit the Investor Relations section of buildabear.com.    

Forward-Looking Statements:  

Statements regarding quarterly or future dividends, whether regular or special, payable to the company's shareholders, which may be subject to future increases, decreases, or elimination, as determined by the Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Board of Directors, are forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The company cautions investors that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, including but not limited to, growth, earnings improvement, returns, future dividend payments, or the amount of such payments. Investors are directed to consider the risks and uncertainties in the company's business that may cause actual results to differ and/or affect the board's decision to declare dividends in the future, including those factors discussed under the caption 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 17, 2025 and other periodic reports filed with the SEC which are incorporated herein. 

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All of 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.

Investor Relations Contact                   

Gary Schnierow, Vice President, Investor Relations & Corporate Finance 

garys@buildabear.com

Media Relations Contact

pr@buildabear.com

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FAQ

What dividend did Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW) announce in this 8-K?

Build-A-Bear Workshop announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share on its common stock. This represents an increase of $0.01 per share from the prior quarterly dividend, signaling a modest boost in cash returns to shareholders.

When will Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW) pay the new quarterly dividend?

The quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share will be paid on April 9, 2026. Shareholders must be on record as of March 26, 2026 to receive this dividend payment from Build-A-Bear Workshop.

What are the record and ex-dividend dates for Build-A-Bear (BBW) dividend?

Build-A-Bear set the record date for its $0.23 quarterly dividend as March 26, 2026. Investors who are shareholders of record at the close of business that day will be eligible to receive the dividend on April 9, 2026.

How much did Build-A-Bear Workshop’s (BBW) quarterly dividend increase?

The Board approved a quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share, which is an increase of $0.01 per share. This small raise lifts the regular cash payout to shareholders compared with the company’s immediately preceding quarterly dividend level.

What were Build-A-Bear Workshop’s revenues for fiscal 2024?

Build-A-Bear Workshop reported consolidated total revenues of $496.4 million for fiscal 2024. This figure reflects sales across its global store network, e-commerce platform, licensing activities, and entertainment initiatives under the Build-A-Bear brand.

Are Build-A-Bear’s future dividends guaranteed at the current level?

No, future dividends are not guaranteed. The company notes that decisions on quarterly or future dividends depend on its Board of Directors and various business risks, meaning payments and amounts can be increased, reduced, or eliminated over time.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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