Build-A-Bear: Buy Rating Maintained, PT Raised to $65 at Small Cap Consumer Research

Build-A-Bear: Buy Rating Maintained, PT Raised to $65 at Small Cap Consumer Research

Build-A-Bear Workshop (BBW) has seen its buy rating maintained, with the price target raised to $65 at Small Cap Consumer Research. The stock, which operates a global chain of interactive retail stores, has been positively evaluated by analysts for its growth potential.

The company has successfully expanded beyond its mall-based roots into e-commerce, licensing, and corporate partnerships. One of Wall Street’s brightest analysts, Michael Baker from DA Davidson, recently reiterated a strong buy rating on the stock and increased the price target from $60 to $64. Baker sees the company’s potential for worldwide retail expansion as an "open-ended global growth story."

The average 12-month price forecast for BBW stock is currently pegged at $56, implying a healthy 13.34% upside. The stock is tracked by 3 Wall Street analysts, all of whom issue strong buy ratings. This positive sentiment is reflected in the stock's Zen Rating of A, which places it in the 95th percentile of equities tracked by WallStreetZen.

Build-A-Bear Workshop's strong financial footing is evident in its financial component grades. The company ranks in the 96th percentile in terms of financials, indicating robust profitability and efficient capital management. The quick ratio of 0.6812 suggests the company has sufficient short-term liquidity, while the debt-to-equity ratio of 1.0736 is within a relatively safe range.

Over the past 5 years, Build-A-Bear Workshop has delivered an above-average return, with a Sharpe ratio of 4.0465 compared to its peer average of -0.0785. This performance highlights the company's ability to generate returns that exceed its risk profile.

In conclusion, Build-A-Bear Workshop remains a strong buy with a price target of $65, supported by robust financial health and promising growth prospects. Investors should closely monitor the stock's performance as it continues to expand its global retail presence.

References:
[1] https://www.wallstreetzen.com/news/3-new-strong-buy-ratings-from-top-rated-analysts-08-15-2025
[2] https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BBW/report