$ASO

Academy Sports & Outdoors, Inc.

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Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO): Target Hikes Follow Q2, but No Upgrades

Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO) reported Q2 2026 net sales of $1.65B (+3.0% YoY), adjusted EPS of $2.31 (+19.1%), and gross margin of 40.4%. Management raised full-year adjusted EPS and gross margin guidance. Analysts increased price targets but maintained cautious ratings, citing concerns over sustainable growth and a one-time tariff benefit.

Academy Sports & Outdoors Insiders Sold Shares Worth Over $5.5M

Academy Sports & Outdoors insiders sold shares. Director Marley Brian T sold 10,432 shares at an average price of $53.20, totaling $555,528. President Johnson Samuel J sold shares at varying prices, totaling $5,021,371. Both still hold significant shares post-sale.

Johnson Samuel J sold $5.0M of ASO

Johnson Samuel J (President) sold 95,883 shares of Academy Sports & Outdoors, Inc. (ASO) at an average of $52.37 ($50.95–$53.95, $5.02M total) across 4 trades over 2026-09-14 to 2026-09-15.

ASO sentiment & insider activity

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In the last 30 days, ASO insiders filed 6 SEC Form 4 transactions — no purchases and 6 sales ($5.6M). The most active reporter was Johnson Samuel J, President, with 4 filings.

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EXEC: BMO Capital Turns “Negative” on Athletic Stocks

BMO Capital initiated coverage on Nike, Dick's Sporting Goods, Deckers Outdoor, and Lululemon with 'Underperform' ratings, citing shifting trends away from athletic wear. Analyst Kelly Crago expects weakening demand and inventory buildups, favoring stocks like Amer Sports and Steve Madden. Nike was rated 'Underperform' with a $30 price target, while Dick's, Lululemon, and Deckers also received 'Underperform' ratings. Crago predicts a shift in demand from athletic to fashion footwear by 2026.

Movers (standalone) — The Markets

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