Academy Sports and Outdoors operates in the consumer cyclical sector, specializing in sporting goods, outdoor recreation products, and apparel. Its core offerings include a wide range of equipment for sports, fitness, camping, and hunting, as well as footwear and clothing. The company generates revenue primarily through retail sales in its physical stores and online platforms, catering to a diverse customer base interested in active lifestyles and outdoor activities.
The investment profile of Academy Sports and Outdoors is more aligned with growth investors, given its recent revenue increase and strong earnings performance. The company shows potential for capital appreciation, appealing to those seeking long-term gains rather than immediate income. Its market position and growth trajectory suggest a favorable outlook for investors with a medium to long-term horizon.
| Date | Before | After | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-10 | — | Buy | Strong recent performance and positive revenue growth. |
| Date | Analyst | Action | Target | Price Then |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-09 | Wells Fargo | Target Raised | 50 → 55 | 51.15 |
| 2026-09-08 | BMO Capital | Update | — → 42 | 44.71 |
| 2026-09-02 | Telsey Advisory | Target Lowered | 65 → 60 | 43.403 |
| 2026-06-11 | Barclays | Target Lowered | 55 → 50 | 49.88 |
| 2026-06-10 | UBS | Target Lowered | 56 → 55 | 49.4951 |
| 2026-06-10 | Wells Fargo | Target Lowered | — → 50 | 50.37 |
| 2026-06-10 | Goldman Sachs | Target Raised | — → 60 | 50.37 |
| 2026-05-13 | Stephens | Update | — → 78 | 49.97 |
| 2026-04-20 | Truist Financial | Target Raised | 52 → 54 | 57.776 |
| 2026-04-08 | Guggenheim | Target Raised | 60 → 65 | 56.2 |
