All You Need to Know About Smith & Wesson (SWBI) Rating Upgrade to Buy
Smith & Wesson (SWBI) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
SWBI - Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.
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CONSENSUS:
Buy
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PRICE TARGET:
$16.50
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HIGH:
$16.50
LOW:
$16.50
MEDIAN:
$16.50
CONSENSUS:
$16.50
UPSIDE:
18.03%
Stock News
Bank of New York Mellon Corp Buys New Shares in Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. $SWBI
Bank of New York Mellon Corp purchased a new stake in shares of Smith and Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWBI) in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor purchased 427,046 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $6,423,000. Bank of
Smith & Wesson Q1 Earnings: Rising Spending Weighs On The Balance Sheet
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.
Stock Futures Trade Mixed After Key Jobs Data
Stock futures are mixed as investors digest fresh August employment data and more earnings
I Have To Pull This Trigger On Smith & Wesson (Rating Upgrade)
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. (SWBI) Q1 2027 Earnings Call Transcript
Smith & Wesson Brands Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
Smith & Wesson Brands NASDAQ: SWBI reported higher first-quarter fiscal 2027 sales and a return to profitability, citing demand across its consumer and professional firearms channels, increased product shipments and higher average selling prices.
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Financial Results
Q1 Net Sales of $112.6 Million Q1 Gross Margin of 28.7% Q1 EPS of $0.06/Share Maryville, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - September 3, 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 first quarter of fiscal 2027, ended July 31, 2026. Financial Highlights Net sales were $112.6 million, an increase of $27.5 million, or 32.3%, from the comparable quarter last year.
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Financial Release and Conference Call Alert
Maryville, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - August 20, 2026) - Smith and Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a U.S.-based leader
Analyzing Smith & Wesson Brands (NASDAQ:SWBI) and JAKKS Pacific (NASDAQ:JAKK)
JAKKS Pacific (NASDAQ: JAKK - Get Free Report) and Smith and Wesson Brands (NASDAQ: SWBI - Get Free Report) are both small-cap consumer discretionary companies, but which is the superior investment? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their institutional ownership, analyst recommendations, dividends, profitability, earnings, risk and valuation. Insider and Institutional Ownership
A Look at Smith & Wesson Brands Inc (SWBI) After 3.7% Decline -- GF Value $13.87 vs Price $14.62
On July 22, 2026, Smith and Wesson Brands Inc (SWBI) shares fell 3.7% to a current price of $14.62. This decline occurs within a 52-week range of $7.73 to $17.56,
Smith & Wesson: Strong Brand With A 12% FCF Yield (Rating Upgrade)
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.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq 100 Futures Jump After Sharp Sell-Off On Fed Rates Pause— Freecast, Smith & Wesson In Focus (UPDATED)
U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices advanced, following Tuesday's sharp sell-off.
Why Smith & Wesson Brands Shares Are Trading Higher By Around 17%; Here Are 20 Stocks Moving Premarket
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
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Smith & Wesson Stock Shoots Higher After Q4 Earnings — Here's Why
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc. (NASDAQ:SWBI) posted fourth-quarter results after Wednesday's closing bell, beating analyst estimates on the top and bottom lines.
Smith & Wesson Posts Higher Profit on Strong Handgun Sales
The firearms maker's shares rallied and it expects continued firearms demand in the current fiscal year.
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal 2026 Financial Results
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: It's Time To Pull The Trigger On A Downgrade
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 Brands: Strong Growth Supports The Bull Case
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.
Price Targets
Smith & Wesson Brands price target raised to $16.50 from $14 at Lake Street
$16.50
(was $16.61)
Mark Smith
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Lake Street
Smith & Wesson Brands price target lowered to $12.50 from $13 at Lake Street
$12.50
(was $9.82)
Lake Street
Smith & Wesson Brands price target raised to $18 from $16 at Lake Street
$18.00
(was $14.80)
Mark Smith
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Lake Street
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc. (SWBI) PT Raised to $18 at Lake Street Capital Markets
$18.00
(was $14.51)
Mark Smith
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Loop Capital Markets
Lake Street Maintains Buy on Smith & Wesson Brands, Lowers Price Target to $22
$22.00
(was $12.71)
Lake Street