Academy Sports Reports Strong Q2 Earnings Amid Consumer Spending Challenges
Academy Sports (NASDAQ:ASO) reported a 14% surge in its stock price following strong second-quarter earnings despite broader consumer spending challenges. The sporting goods retailer achieved a 3% year-on-year increase in net sales to $1.647 billion and grew net income by 10% to $137.9 million compared to the same period last year. The CFO, Carl Ford, highlighted disciplined operations that led to double-digit EPS growth and strong free cash flow generation while also investing in long-term strategic initiatives. Academy Sports raised its full-year earnings outlook for fiscal 2026, projecting a higher GAAP diluted EPS range of $6.05–$6.45 and an adjusted diluted EPS between $6.50–$6.90. Institutional investors remained cautious in Q2 as hedge fund holdings dropped by 29% to $231.8 million from the previous quarter, with only 29 funds holding positions compared to 31 previously.
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