Quarterly ResultApr 30, 2026, 06:32 AM
ESCA Q1 Net Sales +0.6% to $55.8M; EPS $0.32, up 68.4%
AI Summary
Escalade, Inc. reported strong first-quarter 2026 results, with net sales increasing 0.6% to $55.8 million, primarily driven by the Gold Tip acquisition and demand in billiards and safety categories. Net income rose significantly to $4.4 million, or $0.32 diluted EPS, a 68.4% increase year-over-year. The company also saw a 408 basis point improvement in gross margin to 30.7% and a 44.1% increase in EBITDA to $7.1 million, reflecting operational excellence and cost control.
Key Highlights
- Net sales increased 0.6% to $55.8 million.
- Net income rose 69.2% to $4.4 million.
- Diluted EPS increased 68.4% to $0.32.
- Gross margin improved 408 basis points to 30.7%.
- Operating income increased 59.8% to $5.8 million.
- EBITDA totaled $7.1 million, up 44.1%.
- Cash provided by operations increased to $6.1 million.
- Declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1525 per share.