News Sentiment

BBW sentiment intelligence

Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc news scored across direct company coverage, industry context, sector read-through, source quality, and freshness.

Chart Weekly report Factors RSS feed
Weighted score 56 Balanced news tone 47 relevant articles
Exchange NYSE United States
Sector Consumer Cyclical Market context
Industry Specialty Retail Read-through group
Latest close 32.13 Week of 12 Jun 2026
Weighted tone 56/100

Balanced news tone

Market reaction Price moving ahead of tone

Price is moving more forcefully than the current news tone suggests.

Primary event Market update

79/100 classification confidence.

Company focus 37

directly relevant articles

Source quality 2

high-authority source matches

Trend context Trend inactive

-5.4% over one week, -9.0% over four weeks, trend inactive, and near fair-value range.

Latest direct headline Positive

Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc (BBW) Revenue Breakdown: Business Segments, Regional Revenue & Profit Contribution

Market Reaction

Price moving ahead of tone

65/100 confidence

Price is moving more forcefully than the current news tone suggests.

Primary event Market update 79/100 classification
One-week reaction -5.4% Price reacting lower
Trend fit Trend inactive -9.0% over four weeks
Fair value -13.0% Near fair-value range

Sentiment Mix

Positive, neutral, negative

Weighted by relevance
Positive 13
Neutral 33
Negative 1

Relevance

Why the article matched

Direct first
Direct company coverage 37
Industry context 10
Sector context 0

Sources

Coverage mix

Publishers
Stock Titan 16
Market source 6
TradingView 4
Investing.com 3
simplywall.st 3
The Globe and Mail 3
MSN 2
Franchising.com 2

Event Lens

What the news is about

Classified themes
Market update 23
Earnings 17
Capital return 3
Guidance 1
Regulatory and legal 1
Deals and strategy 1
Macro sensitivity 1

Sentiment Trail

Score over time

50 baseline
Above 50 Neutral zone Below 50

News Tape

Relevant headlines

Showing 1-30 of 47
MSN Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear Workshop declares $0.23 dividend

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share. This declaration comes as the company continues to manage its financial distributions to shareholders. Investors should note the ex-dividend date to be eligible for this payment.

Tone
Positive 71/100
Event
Capital return
Published
18 Jun 2026 06:39
Source
MSN
Moomoo Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear Workshop Price Target Maintained With a $65.00/Share by Small Cap Consumer Research

Small Cap Consumer Research has maintained its price target for Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. at $65.00 per share. This indicates a sustained positive outlook on the company's stock by the research firm. The continued price target suggests confidence in Build-A-Bear's future perform

Tone
Positive 69/100
Event
Guidance
Published
18 Jun 2026 03:45
Source
Moomoo
The Business Journals Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear unit alleges LA firms breached animated series deal - Bizwomen

A Build-A-Bear Workshop unit has filed a lawsuit alleging that Los Angeles-based firms Foundation Media Partners and Jordan Hughes breached an animated series deal for their Kabu series. The suit claims the firms failed to secure a broadcast commitment, leading to the episodes be

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Regulatory and legal
Published
17 Jun 2026 03:10
Source
The Business Journals
Traders Union Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear Workshop launches summer campaign for seasonal plush toys

Build-A-Bear Workshop has launched a new summer campaign to promote its plush toys as companions for seasonal activities, aiming to capitalize on consumer interest in summer fun. This initiative follows earlier launches this year, including the summer Beary Goods collection and t

Tone
Positive 75/100
Event
Market update
Published
16 Jun 2026 18:11
Source
Traders Union
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Sharon Price John (BBW) forfeits 23,336 restricted shares on CEO retirement

Sharon Price John, a director at Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW), forfeited 23,336 restricted shares upon her retirement as President and CEO. This transaction, detailed in a Form 4 filing, is a compensation-related adjustment rather than an open-market sale, and therefore had no sal

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
16 Jun 2026 00:39
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

One-day $15 furry friends as Build-A-Bear hides summer deals

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) has announced a summer-long series of mystery deals, with one-day-only offers through mid-July in stores and online. The campaign kicks off on June 17 with "Feeling the Squeeze?, Get a Hug," offering select $15 Make-Your-Own furry friends in the U

Tone
Positive 65/100
Event
Market update
Published
15 Jun 2026 14:39
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) awards director 2,663 restricted shares

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) director George Carrara was granted 2,663 restricted shares as compensation, which are set to vest on June 11, 2027. This equity award, with a grant price of $0.00, is a routine part of compensation rather than a market purchase, increasing his b

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
13 Jun 2026 02:09
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Director at Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) receives 2,663-share stock grant

James A. Goldman, a director at Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. (NYSE: BBW), received a grant of 2,663 restricted shares on June 11, 2026, as equity compensation with no purchase price. These shares are scheduled to vest on June 11, 2027. Following this transaction and the vesting of

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
13 Jun 2026 01:39
Source
Stock Titan
Franchising.com Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear Workshop Completes Planned CEO Succession

Build-A-Bear Workshop announced the completion of its planned CEO succession, with Chris Hurt taking over from Sharon Price John, who will remain on the Board of Directors. Hurt, previously Chief Operations and Experience Officer, will focus on profitable growth and enhancing the

Tone
Positive 73/100
Event
Market update
Published
12 Jun 2026 22:39
Source
Franchising.com
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) director awarded 2,663 restricted stock shares

Richard A. Johnson, a director at Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. (NYSE: BBW), was granted 2,663 shares of restricted stock on June 11, 2026. This award, valued at $0.00 per share, is compensation-related and is not an open-market transaction. The restricted shares are set to vest on

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
12 Jun 2026 20:10
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) shareholders back directors, auditors and pay

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) stockholders approved all proposals at their 2026 Annual Meeting. They re-elected three directors—James A. Goldman, Narayan Iyengar, and Lesli Rotenberg—for three-year terms, ratified Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public a

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
12 Jun 2026 13:39
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

[Form 4] BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP INC Insider Trading Activity

This article reports on a Form 4 filing indicating insider trading activity at BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP INC (BBW). Director John Sharon Price received a grant of 2,663 shares of restricted stock at no cost, which will vest on June 9, 2027. This transaction increased her equity stake

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Deals and strategy
Published
12 Jun 2026 13:10
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) director granted 3,698 restricted shares

Build-A-Bear Workshop director Craig Leavitt was granted 3,698 shares of restricted common stock on June 11, 2026, as a compensation award with no purchase price. These shares are scheduled to vest on June 11, 2027. Following this grant and the vesting of 2,475 previously restric

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
12 Jun 2026 13:10
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) completes CEO succession and expands CFO duties

Build-A-Bear Workshop has completed its planned CEO succession, with Chris Hurt taking over from Sharon Price John, who will remain on the Board of Directors. Concurrently, CFO Voin Todorovic's role has been expanded to include Chief Administrative Officer, with an updated compen

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
12 Jun 2026 11:09
Source
Stock Titan
Franchising.com Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear Workshop Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of issued and outstanding common stock. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on July 9, 2026, to stockholders of record as of June 25, 2026. The co

Tone
Positive 72/100
Event
Capital return
Published
12 Jun 2026 11:09
Source
Franchising.com
Investing.com Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear names Chris Hurt as new CEO

Build-A-Bear Workshop has appointed Chris Hurt as its new CEO, effective June 11, 2026, succeeding Sharon Price John. Hurt, with over 11 years at the company, previously served as Chief Operations and Experience Officer. This leadership change also includes Voin Todorovic becomin

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
12 Jun 2026 11:09
Source
Investing.com
Investing.com Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear declares $0.23 quarterly dividend

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE:BBW) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of common stock, payable on July 9, 2026, to stockholders of record as of June 25, 2026. The company reported $529.8 million in total revenues for fiscal 2025 and an EPS beat in Q1 2026

Tone
Positive 67/100
Event
Earnings
Published
11 Jun 2026 20:40
Source
Investing.com
TradingView Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear Workshop declares $0.23 quarterly dividend payable July 9

Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share. This dividend is payable on July 9, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 25, 2026. The announcement was made in a press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to Form 8-K, which also noted the com

Tone
Positive 66/100
Event
Capital return
Published
11 Jun 2026 20:40
Source
TradingView
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) declares $0.23 quarterly cash dividend

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share, payable on July 9, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 25, 2026. This announcement follows their fifth consecutive year of record revenues, with fiscal 2025 revenues reaching

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
11 Jun 2026 20:40
Source
Stock Titan
TradingView Direct company coverage

BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP 1Q 2027: Revenue $125.27M, EPS $1.45— 10-Q Summary

BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP (BBW) reported its first-quarter fiscal 2027 results, with revenue of $125.27 million and diluted EPS of $1.45, an increase from the prior year. The company saw a shift in revenue mix with retail sales down but commercial revenue up significantly, and noted

Tone
Positive 71/100
Event
Earnings
Published
11 Jun 2026 13:40
Source
TradingView
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear (NYSE: BBW) lifts Q1 2026 profit on margin gains and tariff refund

Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) reported solid Q1 fiscal 2026 results, showing higher profitability despite a slight decrease in total revenue. The company's net income increased to $18.3 million, or $1.45 per diluted share, primarily driven by a significant $10.4 million benef

Tone
Positive 67/100
Event
Earnings
Published
11 Jun 2026 13:40
Source
Stock Titan
Simply Wall Street Direct company coverage

Don't Ignore The Insider Selling In Build-A-Bear Workshop

An independent director at Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW) recently sold US$104k worth of stock, representing 21% of their holding. This sale, along with a larger insider sale from the previous year, raises concerns despite the company's profitability and insider ownership of 5.

Tone
Negative 36/100
Event
Market update
Published
10 Jun 2026 10:10
Source
Simply Wall Street
Investing.com Direct company coverage

Build-A-Bear Workshop director George Carrara sells $103,569 in stock

Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. director George Carrara sold 3,000 shares of company stock totaling $103,569 on June 5, 2026. This sale occurred while the stock was near its 52-week low, trading at prices between $34.21 and $34.66. Despite the recent decline, the stock appears underva

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
09 Jun 2026 12:39
Source
Investing.com