$ASO

ASO SWOT Analysis: Financial Resilience and Growth Potential Rev

Academy Sports and Outdoors Inc (ASO) reported Q2 net income of $190.6M, up from $171.5M YoY. The company operates 327 stores, has a GF Score of 77/100, and is undervalued at $51.20 vs. GF Value of $60.27. Strengths include strong financials and localized merchandising, while weaknesses include supply chain risks and moderate growth.

Original reporting
Published Sep 10, 2026, 4:58 AM UTC
Analysis
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Primary signal
$ASO
Bullish
high confidence
Mentioned
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Relevance
7/10
AlphAI data visualization · based on gurufocus.com
Decision brief

The 30-second read

$ASOBullishMed
01

Why it matters

The earnings beat and cash flow boost suggest upside, but growth rank and supply‑chain risks temper enthusiasm.

02

Market read

ASO's fresh quarterly results provide a new data point for investors evaluating the retail sector.

03

What to watch

Insider net sales of $1.4M may signal lack of confidence; reliance on imported merchandise adds risk.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 6/10Timing: post‑10‑Q release today

Background

GuruFocus analysis of ASO's Q2 2026 10‑Q highlights financial strength and valuation metrics.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$ASOBullishHigh confidence
Context

ASO filed its Q2 2026 10‑Q showing net income of $190.6M and operating cash flow of $349M, a fresh earnings disclosure.

Expected impact

Potential price appreciation toward fair value of $60.27.

Evidence & confidence

Quarterly results exceed prior year and indicate undervaluation at current $51.20 price.

Market effects

Retail sporting‑goods sector may see renewed interest as ASO demonstrates strong cash generation.

U.S. consumer discretionary outlook supported by solid earnings.

Limited to U.S. retail; no direct global impact.

Counterpoint

Valuation may already price in growth risks; supply‑chain exposure could pressure margins.

Key entities

  • Academy Sports and Outdoors Inc

    U.S. retailer of sporting goods and outdoor equipment.

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$ASOHighAI 8/10

BMO raises Academy Sports stock price target to $47 on earnings

BMO Capital increased its price target for Academy Sports & Outdoors (ASO) to $47 from $42, citing better-than-expected Q2 earnings of $2.17 per share, driven by a tariff refund. The firm raised its full-year guidance but maintained a Market Perform rating. ASO reported a 0.4% decline in comparable sales, better than expected, prompting other analysts to raise their price targets.

$ASOMedAI 8/10

Why is Academy Sports & Outdoors stock slipping today?

Academy Sports & Outdoors (ASO) stock is down 0.2% pre-market at $51.06 after a strong rally. The company beat Q2 earnings estimates and raised full-year guidance. Analysts remain cautious, citing challenges in comparable sales growth and macroeconomic headwinds. The broader market is mixed, with the S&P 500 up 0.1% and NASDAQ down 0.1%.