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Academy Sports Outdoors Inc (ASO)

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$46.64
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/22/2024: ASO (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Moderate Performance

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20 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $55.84

Year Target Price $55.84

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$55.84Target price
Low$33.24
Current$46.64
high$64.02

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 22.66%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.09B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.61
1Y Target Price 54
Price to earnings Ratio 8.61
1Y Target Price 54
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 1.29
52 Weeks Range 33.24 - 64.02
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 33.24 - 64.02
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.12%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.4

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-06-09
When Before Market
Estimate 0.8912
Actual 0.76

Profitability

Profit Margin 6.55%
Operating Margin (TTM) 5.13%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.2%
Return on Equity (TTM) 20.15%

Valuation

Trailing PE 8.61
Forward PE 8.02
Enterprise Value 4640630703
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52
Enterprise Value 4640630703
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.78
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.04
Shares Outstanding 66475700
Shares Floating 65441383
Shares Outstanding 66475700
Shares Floating 65441383
Percent Insiders 1.56
Percent Institutions 114.65

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3.95
Target Price 55.84
Buy 1
Strong Buy 9
Buy 1
Strong Buy 9
Hold 10
Sell -
Strong Sell -
Strong Sell -

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Academy Sports Outdoors Inc

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Company Overview

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Academy Sports & Outdoors was founded in 1938 in San Antonio, Texas, as a family business that initially focused on military surplus. Over time, it evolved into a sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, expanding its product offerings and store locations.

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  • Retail Sales: Operates a chain of retail stores offering a wide range of sporting goods, outdoor recreational products, athletic footwear, apparel, and hunting/fishing equipment.
  • E-commerce: Engages in online sales through its website, providing customers with a convenient platform to purchase products and services.
  • Private Label: Develops and markets its own private label brands, offering exclusive products at competitive prices.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes the CEO, CFO, COO, and other key executives. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with various departments responsible for different aspects of the business.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Athletic Footwear: Includes a wide variety of athletic shoes from major brands like Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour, as well as its own private label brands. The athletic footwear market is highly competitive. Competitors include Dick's Sporting Goods, Foot Locker, and directly from brands.
  • Apparel: Offers athletic and outdoor apparel for men, women, and children, including activewear, team sports apparel, and hunting/fishing clothing. Competitors: Dick's Sporting Goods, Lululemon, Nike, and online retailers.
  • Hunting and Fishing Equipment: Provides a comprehensive selection of hunting and fishing gear, including firearms, ammunition, rods, reels, and tackle. Competitors: Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's.
  • Outdoor Equipment: Camping gear, grills, and patio furniture. Competitors: REI, Dick's Sporting Goods, and Walmart.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The sporting goods and outdoor recreation industry is influenced by factors such as consumer spending, participation in sports and outdoor activities, and fashion trends. The industry is subject to seasonal fluctuations and economic cycles.

Positioning

Academy Sports + Outdoors positions itself as a value-oriented retailer offering a wide assortment of products at competitive prices. Its focus on convenience and customer service helps it differentiate from competitors.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global sporting goods market is expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. Academy is capturing a portion of this TAM in the Southern US with potential to expand its footprint and online presence.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Extensive store network
  • Wide product assortment
  • Competitive pricing
  • Strong private label offerings

Weaknesses

  • Limited international presence
  • Dependence on vendor relationships
  • Exposure to seasonal fluctuations
  • Highly competitive market
  • E-commerce capabilities need improvement

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Growth of e-commerce platform
  • Development of new product categories
  • Strategic partnerships with vendors
  • Increased focus on private label brands

Threats

  • Increased competition from online retailers
  • Changes in consumer preferences
  • Economic downturns
  • Supply chain disruptions
  • Geopolitical risks

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • DKS
  • BGFV
  • ASO

Competitive Landscape

Academy Sports + Outdoors competes with other sporting goods retailers, department stores, and online retailers. Its advantages include a strong brand, extensive store network, and competitive pricing. Disadvantages include limited international presence and a highly competitive market. The figures above reflect estimated market share of the sporting goods industry in the US.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by store expansion and increased same-store sales. Recent performance has been influenced by shifting consumer preferences and economic conditions.

Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by continued store expansion, growth in e-commerce sales, and expansion of private label offerings. Analyst estimates vary depending on economic conditions and industry trends.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding the e-commerce platform, investing in omnichannel capabilities, and enhancing customer loyalty programs.

Summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is a well-established sporting goods retailer with a strong presence in the Southern US. The company benefits from its brand recognition, extensive store network, and competitive pricing. Challenges include competition, dependence on vendor relationships, and exposure to seasonal fluctuations. Recent initiatives such as expansion in e-commerce is helping propel the company forward.

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Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. Financial data requires further live analysis. This is not financial advice; consult with a qualified professional before making investment decisions.

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About Academy Sports Outdoors Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Katy, TX, United States
IPO Launch date 2020-10-02
CEO & Director Mr. Steven Paul Lawrence
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Specialty Retail
Full time employees 22000
Full time employees 22000

Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a sporting goods and outdoor recreational retailer in the United States. The company's outdoors division comprises camping products, such as coolers and drinkware, and camping accessories and equipment; fishing products, including marine equipment and fishing rods, reels, and baits and equipment; and hunting products, which includes firearms, ammunition, archery and archery equipment, camouflage apparel, waders, shooting accessories, gun safes, optics, airguns, and hunting equipment. Its sports and recreation division offers fitness equipment, fitness accessories, and nutrition supplies; team and specialty sports equipment, including baseball, football, basketball, soccer, golf, racket sports, volleyball, backpacks, and sports bags; recreation products, which includes patio furniture, outdoor cooking, trampolines, play sets, watersports, and pet equipment, as well as wheeled goods that include bicycles, skateboards, and other ride-on toys; and electronics, watches, and sunglasses, as well as front-end products, such as consumables, batteries, etc. The company's apparel division provides outdoor and seasonal apparel, denim, work apparel, graphic t-shirts, and accessories; boys and girls outdoor, and athletic apparel; sporting and fitness apparel; and professional and collegiate team licensed apparel and accessories. Its footwear division offers casual shoes, slippers, seasonal footwear, and socks; work and western boots, shoes, and hunting footwear; boys and girls footwear; athletic footwear, such as running shoes, athletic lifestyle, and training shoes; and team and specialty sports footwear, and slides. The company sells its products under the Academy Sports + Outdoors, Magellan Outdoors, BCG, O'rageous, Game Winner, Outdoor Gourmet, Freely, and R.O.W. brand names. Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.