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Escalade Incorporated(ESCA)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ESCA
09/25/2026: ESCA (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Escalade Incorporated is a specialized manufacturer and distributor of branded sporting goods and recreational equipment, including basketball systems, table tennis gear, and archery products. The company's core strength lies in its portfolio of high-loyalty, niche brands that maintain premium market positions. Investors are drawn to the company's long-term commitment to dividend payouts and its ability to grow through selective, value-driven acquisitions. However, the business faces significant risks from cyclical consumer spending, raw material costs, and intense competition from larger retailers and low-cost imports. It is best suited for income-focused or value-oriented investors who should closely monitor consumer spending trends and the firm's success in managing supply chain logistics.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely driven by niche market performance and acquisitions rather than rapid, disruptive expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum potential is conditional on positive market cycles for outdoor and home recreation equipment. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at valuations that reflect its stable, niche-oriented business model. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company has a consistent history of returning cash to shareholders through quarterly dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While established, the stock is subject to consumer discretionary volatility and supply chain headwinds. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock can experience price swings based on seasonal earnings reports and shifts in discretionary spending. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock is generally priced based on stable earnings, reducing the likelihood of extreme overvaluation. |
| Competition risk (niche goods) | Medium / high | Competition from low-cost importers and shifting consumer trends poses a constant threat to market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company possesses a solid brand portfolio but lacks the massive scale of industry giants. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividend sustainability depends on consistent free cash flow generation from the core sporting segments. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successful growth depends on managing supply chains and integrating future acquisitions effectively. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 23.68% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
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Quantitative Style Profile
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Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 265.82M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.43 | 1Y Target Price 24 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.43 | 1Y Target Price 24 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 31.3K shares | Beta 0.59 | 52 Weeks Range 11.10 - 23.07 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 11.10 - 23.07 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.16% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.69 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Sporting Goods | Basketball, table tennis, and archery equipment sold through retail and e-commerce. | The company makes the most money selling branded recreational equipment to families and enthusiasts. |
| Geography (North America) | Primary market is the US, with distribution through big-box retailers and direct-to-consumer. | The vast majority of revenue comes from US customers, making the company highly sensitive to the US economy. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.43 | Forward PE 15.77 | Enterprise Value 262.68M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09 |
Enterprise Value 262.68M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.08 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.32 | Shares Outstanding 13.77M | Shares Floating 9.53M |
Shares Outstanding 13.77M | Shares Floating 9.53M | ||
Percent Insiders 39.78 | Percent Institutions 31.66 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Escalade Incorporated
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Evansville, IN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-02-25 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Patrick J. Griffin | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Leisure | Full time employees 437 | Website https://www.escaladeinc.com |
Full time employees 437 | Website https://www.escaladeinc.com | ||
Escalade, Incorporated manufactures, distributes, imports, and sells sporting goods in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company provides various sporting goods brands in basketball goals, archery, indoor and outdoor game recreation, and fitness products. It offers archery products under the Bear Archery, Trophy Ridge, Cajun Bowfishing, SIK, and BearX brand names; table tennis products under the STIGA and Ping-Pong brands; basketball goals under the Goalrilla, Goaliath, Silverback, Hoopstar, and Goalsetter brand names; and pickleball under the Onix, and DURA brands. The company provides play systems under the Woodplay and Jack & June brands; fitness products under the STEP, Lifeline, Kettleworx, Natural Fitness, USW, adidas Fitness, and PER4M brand names; safety products under the US Weight brand; hockey and soccer game tables under the Triumph, Atomic, American Legend, Air Hockey, and HJ Scott brands; and billiard tables and accessories under the American Heritage Billiards, Brunswick Billiards, Cue&Case, Lucasi, Mizerak, PureX, Rage, Players, Minnesota Fats, and Mosconi brand names. In addition, it offers darting products under the Unicorn, DMI, Arachnid, and Accudart brands; water sports products under the RAVE Sports brand; and outdoor game products under the Victory Tailgate, Triumph, ACL, and Zume Games brand names. The company provides its products through sporting goods retailers, specialty dealers, online retailers, direct-to-consumer, e-commerce, traditional department stores, and mass merchants. Escalade, Incorporated was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Evansville, Indiana.
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