SWBI

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. earns a Buy rating as demand and market share improve despite ongoing industry cyclicality. Q1 net sales rose 32.3% year-over-year to $113 million, with gross margin up to 28.7%, but underlying margin gains were partly driven by one-off tariff refunds. Full-year revenue guidance targets 5–7% growth, reflecting management's expectation of softer demand in the second half after a regulatory-driven Q1 surge.

Smith & Wesson is upgraded from 'hold' to 'buy' following a strong Q1 FY2027 and attractive valuation. Q1 revenue surged 32.3% year over year, driven by robust handgun and long gun demand, innovation, and favorable product mix. Recent NICS background check data and management commentary indicate strengthening end-user demand and successful new product introductions.

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) Q1 2027 Earnings Call Transcript

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. is upgraded to Buy on strong FY26 results and a compelling 12% FCF yield. Handgun sales drove over 10% revenue growth to $523m, with robust brand strength enabling price increases without demand impact. SWBI repaid $60m in debt, reducing notes payable to $19m, and is positioned to return significant FCF to shareholders via dividends and buybacks.

Shares of Smith & Wesson Brands Inc (NASDAQ:SWBI) rose sharply in pre-market trading as the company posted better-than-expected fourth-quarter results after Wednesday's closing bell.

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 Net Sales of $178.4 Million Q4 Gross Margin of 29.8% Q4 EPS of $0.36/Share Q4 Cash from Operations of $74.6 million Maryville, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - June 17, 2026) - Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a U.S.-based leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026, ended April 30, 2026. Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2026 Financial Highlights Net sales were $178.4 million, an increase of $37.6 million, or 26.7%, over the comparable quarter last year.

Smith & Wesson Brands delivered strong Q3 FY26 results, with revenue up 17.1% and significant growth in handguns. Recent stock outperformance (+38.2% since December) has erased the easy upside; SWBI is now rated 'Hold' due to valuation and industry headwinds. Handgun innovation and higher ASPs drove gains, but long gun sales and overall industry background checks are declining, signaling sector softness.

Smith & Wesson offers strong growth and a growing dividend, which appeals to both income and yield investors. Handguns remain SWBI's core, comprising nearly 80% of sales and driving a favorable product mix that boosted gross margin to 26.2%. Recent Google Search Trends reveal that interest has remained at a recent high in 2026 for Smith & Wesson products.

Maryville, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - June 3, 2026) - Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a U.S.-based leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announced it plans to release its fourth quarter and full fiscal 2026 financial results on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, after the close of the market. The full text of the press release will be available on the Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. web site at www.smith-wesson.com under the Investor Relations section.