Bank of New York Mellon Corp cut its position in DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE:DKS – Free Report) by 7.4% during the first quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 558,538 shares of the sporting goods retailer’s stock after selling 44,459 shares during the period. Bank of New York Mellon Corp owned approximately 0.63% of DICK’S Sporting Goods worth $110,753,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Brown Advisory Inc. increased its stake in shares of DICK’S Sporting Goods by 9.6% in the second quarter. Brown Advisory Inc. now owns 1,143 shares of the sporting goods retailer’s stock worth $226,000 after acquiring an additional 100 shares during the period. Cerity Partners LLC boosted its holdings in DICK’S Sporting Goods by 54.1% in the second quarter. Cerity Partners LLC now owns 1,600 shares of the sporting goods retailer’s stock valued at $316,000 after purchasing an additional 562 shares during the last quarter. Bank of Nova Scotia purchased a new stake in DICK’S Sporting Goods in the second quarter valued at $417,000. Daiwa Securities Group Inc. grew its position in DICK’S Sporting Goods by 9.8% during the 2nd quarter. Daiwa Securities Group Inc. now owns 5,974 shares of the sporting goods retailer’s stock worth $1,182,000 after purchasing an additional 531 shares during the period. Finally, NewEdge Advisors LLC grew its position in DICK’S Sporting Goods by 4.4% during the 2nd quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 2,951 shares of the sporting goods retailer’s stock worth $584,000 after purchasing an additional 124 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 89.83% of the company’s stock.
DICK’S Sporting Goods Price Performance Shares of DICK’S Sporting Goods stock opened at $214.06 on Tuesday. The firm has a market cap of $19.16 billion, a PE ratio of 20.35, a P/E/G ratio of 1.90 and a beta of 1.19. DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. has a twelve month low of $186.67 and a twelve month high of $244.38. The company has a quick ratio of 0.38, a current ratio of 1.50 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34. The business has a 50-day moving average price of $223.21 and a 200 day moving average price of $212.69.
DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE:DKS – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May 27th. The sporting goods retailer reported $2.90 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.91 by ($0.01). The business had revenue of $5.16 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $5.07 billion. DICK’S Sporting Goods had a return on equity of 22.22% and a net margin of 4.71%.The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 62.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $3.37 EPS. DICK’S Sporting Goods has set its FY 2026 guidance at 13.500-14.500 EPS. Sell-side analysts predict that DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. will post 14.24 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
DICK’S Sporting Goods Announces Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, June 26th. Investors of record on Friday, June 12th were issued a $1.25 dividend. This represents a $5.00 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.3%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, June 12th. DICK’S Sporting Goods’s payout ratio is presently 47.53%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several analysts recently commented on DKS shares. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised DICK’S Sporting Goods from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating and raised their target price for the stock from $240.00 to $270.00 in a report on Thursday, May 28th. Morgan Stanley boosted their price target on DICK’S Sporting Goods from $250.00 to $270.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, May 28th. Barclays upped their price objective on DICK’S Sporting Goods from $264.00 to $280.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, May 28th. Truist Financial raised their price objective on shares of DICK’S Sporting Goods from $252.00 to $270.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, May 27th. Finally, DA Davidson reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $260.00 target price on shares of DICK’S Sporting Goods in a report on Wednesday, July 1st. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have given a Buy rating, six have given a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, DICK’S Sporting Goods presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $254.71.
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About DICK’S Sporting Goods (Free Report)
DICK’S Sporting Goods is a leading U.S.-based sporting goods retailer that sells a broad range of sports equipment, apparel, footwear and outdoor gear. The company operates an omnichannel business combining physical stores with digital sales, offering products for team sports, fitness, hunting and fishing, golf, and general active lifestyle categories. In addition to its flagship DICK’S stores, the company operates specialty formats such as Golf Galaxy and branded service offerings including team-sports sales and custom equipment solutions.
The company traces its roots to a single sporting goods outlet founded in 1948 and has since grown into a national retail chain serving customers across the United States.
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Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $214.32, moving -1.4% from the previous trading session. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a loss of 0.19% for the day. At the same time, the Dow lost 0.59%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.05%.
Shares of the sporting goods retailer witnessed a loss of 6.7% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Retail-Wholesale sector with its gain of 2.41%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.55%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Dick's Sporting Goods in its upcoming earnings disclosure. On that day, Dick's Sporting Goods is projected to report earnings of $3.8 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 13.24%. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $5.64 billion, up 54.57% from the prior-year quarter.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $14.24 per share and revenue of $22.38 billion, indicating changes of +7.88% and +29.99%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Dick's Sporting Goods should also be noted by investors. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
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Looking at its valuation, Dick's Sporting Goods is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 15.27. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 14.98.
One should further note that DKS currently holds a PEG ratio of 1.9. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Retail - Miscellaneous industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.9 as trading concluded yesterday.
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The Six-Episode Series follows A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier and DeWanna Bonner, and debuts one year after DICK'S renewed and expanded its partnership with the WNBA
, /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DICK'S Sporting Goods' (NYSE: DKS) in-house content and production studio, Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios, announced its upcoming documentary series, Life In the W, following WNBA stars A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces, Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx and DeWanna Bonner of the Phoenix Mercury. During a milestone year for women's basketball, the six-episode series will premiere on Friday, July 24, as the WNBA celebrates its 30th season.
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Life In the W takes audiences behind the scenes with three of the WNBA's most influential athletes as they navigate defining moments in their careers and personal lives amid a landmark chapter for the league and its players. Filmed during the second half of the 2025 WNBA season and offseason, the six-part documentary series explores the sacrifices, resilience and leadership required to compete at the highest level, offering an authentic look at the people behind the players.
Throughout the series, viewers experience the season from three unique vantage points: a superstar pushing the game to new heights, a leader helping shape the league's future and a veteran champion pursuing another title while continuing to build on an enduring legacy.
"Following the journeys of A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier and DeWanna Bonner in 'Life In the W' encapsulates the kind of storytelling that we dream about bringing to life," said Mark Rooks, VP of Creative, Sponsorship & Entertainment at DICK'S. "As a long-standing partner of the league, having the opportunity to offer this behind-the-scenes access to the WNBA, its stars, and what makes the spirit of the league so captivating is a true creative honor."
Kicking-off its partnership as the Official Sporting Goods Retailer for the league in 2021, Life In the W's release marks the one-year anniversary of DICK'S and the WNBA's multiyear partnership expansion, which named DICK'S as the Official Sporting Goods Retailer and Official Marketing Partner through the 2028 season. Underlying its commitment to growing the game and uplifting the next generation of women in sports, DICK'S 2025 expansion deal also noted a new partnership with the Jr. WNBA, the WNBA's initiative dedicated to inspiring girls to play basketball in a positive and healthy way, and to learn and grow beyond the game.
The connection between Life In the W and DICK'S extends beyond the series itself. Wilson, Collier and Bonner have each collaborated with the brand across multiple campaigns and initiatives, reflecting DICK'S ongoing commitment to investing in women's sports and the athletes helping shape its future. DICK'S also serves as a key retail partner for Wilson's signature basketball shoes, including the Nike A'One and Nike A'Two, which rank among the company's top-selling women's basketball shoes.
"I couldn't dream up a more perfect time to share Life In the W with the world," said Rebecca Covington, Sr. Director, Creative Production at DICK'S. "To be entrusted with telling an athlete's holistic story, on and off the court, is something we do not take lightly, and having the opportunity to further champion three amazing athletes who are paving the way for generations of players to come is a privilege."
Life In the W was produced in collaboration with UNINTERRUPTED, from executive producers LeBron James, Jamal Henderson, Ben Turner and Matt Rissmiller, alongside co-executive producer Eliza Johnston. ESPN will serve as the official streaming partner.
"UNINTERRUPTED is committed to showcasing unparalleled, intimate access to the lives of athletes, and we are excited to have like-minded partners in Cookie Jar & a Dream, the WNBA, and ESPN for this groundbreaking series," said Ben Turner, co-founder and partner at Fulwell Entertainment.
Life In the W will premiere its first two episodes on Friday, July 24 at 10 P.M. EST, on ESPN2 ahead of AT&T WNBA All Star Weekend. As the Official Sporting Goods Retailer of the WNBA, DICK'S will have a large presence, as it has for the past 4 years, at WNBA Live presented by AWS. Fans can engage with some of the league's biggest stars, explore elevated product experiences from leading athletic brands and take part in interactive activities throughout the event. Attendees will also have the opportunity to test the latest Nike and Jordan footwear through on-court activations inspired by iconic moments from the game, with the chance to receive personalized digital keepsakes and other special giveaways.
The remaining four episodes will air on the platform on July 25 and July 26, in two-new episode blocks, respectively. All episodes will be available on the ESPN App for ESPN Select plan subscribers.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
DICK'S Sporting Goods creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK'S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker Business, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and atmos, DICK'S serves the global sneaker community across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK'S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
About Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios
Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios is DICK'S Sporting Goods' Emmy-winning, in-house content and production studio. Dedicated to telling powerful, human-centered stories through the lens of sport, Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios was founded on the belief that sports have the power to change lives and build community. The studio's work spotlights the grit, triumphs, and heartbreak behind every athlete's journey, with a mission to create emotionally resonant content that inspires long after the final whistle blows. At its core, the studio believes sports are more than just competition; they are universal stories of hope, resilience, and connection.
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Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) closed at $211.37 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.19% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.9%.
Heading into today, shares of the sporting goods retailer had lost 1.79% over the past month, lagging the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.77% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Dick's Sporting Goods in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $3.8, signifying a 13.24% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $5.64 billion, up 54.57% from the year-ago period.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $14.24 per share and a revenue of $22.38 billion, indicating changes of +7.88% and +29.99%, respectively, from the former year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Dick's Sporting Goods. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.
The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.04% higher. Dick's Sporting Goods is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Dick's Sporting Goods is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 15.18. This indicates a premium in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 14.74.
One should further note that DKS currently holds a PEG ratio of 1.89. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Retail - Miscellaneous industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 1.89 as of yesterday's close.
The Retail - Miscellaneous industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 78, which puts it in the top 32% of all 250+ industries.
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Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $229.02, demonstrating a -3.03% change from the preceding day's closing price. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.12%.
Shares of the sporting goods retailer witnessed a gain of 9.94% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Retail-Wholesale sector with its loss of 0.64%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Dick's Sporting Goods in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $3.8, showcasing a 13.24% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $5.64 billion, up 54.57% from the prior-year quarter.
DKS's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $14.24 per share and revenue of $22.38 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +7.88% and +29.99%, respectively.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Dick's Sporting Goods should also be noted by investors. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system.
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In terms of valuation, Dick's Sporting Goods is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 16.59. This indicates a premium in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 15.56.
We can also see that DKS currently has a PEG ratio of 2.06. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. The Retail - Miscellaneous industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 2.06 as of yesterday's close.
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Stock to Watch: Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) DICK’S Sporting Goods Inc. was founded in 1948 in New York under the labels Dick's Clothing and Sporting Goods, Inc. It was earlier reincorporated as a Delaware corporation and changed our name to Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. in April 1999. The company’s executive office is located in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania.
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Momentum investors should take note of this Retail-Wholesale stock. DKS has a Momentum Style Score of B, and shares are up 8.5% over the past four weeks.
Six analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.00 to $14.24 per share. DKS boasts an average earnings surprise of +0.9%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, DKS should be on investors' short list.
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According to a federal securities lawsuit, Insiders at Dick's Sporting Goods caused the company to misrepresent or fail to disclose that (i) demand for products in DKS's Outdoor segment was slowing faster than represented, resulting in excess inventory; (ii) the "structural changes" that were repeatedly touted, including differentiated products, improved pricing technology, and more efficient clearance channels, did not allow the Company to manage its excess inventory without hurting the Company's profitability; (iii) the need to liquidate excess inventory, including in the Outdoor segment, would have a materially negative effect on the Company's profitability; and (iv) as a result of the above, statements about DKS's business condition and prospects were materially false and misleading.
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Stock to Watch: Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) DICK’S Sporting Goods Inc. was founded in 1948 in New York under the labels Dick's Clothing and Sporting Goods, Inc. It was earlier reincorporated as a Delaware corporation and changed our name to Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. in April 1999. The company’s executive office is located in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania.
DKS is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
It also boasts a Value Style Score of B thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 16.14; value investors should take notice.
Six analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.00 to $14.24 per share. DKS boasts an average earnings surprise of +0.9%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, DKS should be on investors' short list.
ScoreCard+ is a new paid membership tier that will unlock next level benefits for only $99 per year
, /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) announced multiple enhancements to its ScoreCard Loyalty Program, including the introduction of ScoreCard+, a new paid membership tier that offers athletes a chance to earn over $350 in benefits* as they work toward their personal best, gear up for the youth sports season, or find new ways to celebrate their sports fandom.
ScoreCard+ – A New Paid Tier to Fuel Athletes' Dreams
ScoreCard Infographic Starting on July 1, athletes everywhere can join ScoreCard+ for an annual fee of only $99. Membership includes:
Unlimited free standard shipping on all purchases** A guaranteed $100 in Rewards each year, awarded in $25 increments each quarter One free service or experience each year (up to $100 in value) An always-on 20% discount on in-store services and experiences Access to exclusive discounts An opportunity to earn 3x Points on one purchase each year A limited time offer of $100 towards the purchase of DICK'S owned brands – CALIA, DSG, VRST, Alpine Design, and Walter Hagen – for athletes who sign up in July.^ ScoreCard Loyalty Enhancements – New Ways to Earn and Receive Rewards
It's free to enroll in DICK'S ScoreCard loyalty program and all existing members will automatically begin to receive the program's new benefits starting on July 1, which include:
Redeem Rewards faster with the option for a $5 Reward after earning 150 Points (previously the minimum was $10 for 300 Points) Earning Points and redeeming Rewards on services and experiences, including glove steaming, restringing, bike repairs and experiences such as all-sport cage, climbing wall, events and clinics, and golf simulators. In addition, ScoreCard members can continue to unlock free shipping on orders of $49 or more and earn 1 Point for every dollar spent at our stores and online. Members can continue to earn ScoreCard Gold status after spending $500 or more annually, which unlocks a $10 annual award, a one-time opportunity to earn 3x Points on a single purchase and a dedicated customer service contact line.
To earn additional Points, ScoreCard and ScoreCard+ members can download the DICK'S mobile app and activate MOVE by connecting their fitness tracker. Through MOVE, ScoreCard members can turn everyday activity into Rewards and earn up to three Points per day when they achieve one of the following goals: three miles of walking or running, 10,000 steps or 30 minutes of activity.
"Our relationship with our athletes goes beyond transactions," said Emily Silver, Chief Marketing, eCommerce and Athlete Experience Officer at DICK'S. "We're there when their child gets their first glove, soccer ball or football cleat. We're there helping them build memories through experiences at our House of Sport and DICK'S stores. We're there when they need something quick and when they want to learn something new. Our enhanced ScoreCard and new ScoreCard+ programs recognize the deep relationships we have with our athletes and rewards them not just for purchases, but for all the ways in which they interact with us today. We look forward to continuing to build and enhance the program with additional meaningful benefits over time."
With approximately 30 million athletes representing more than 75% of sales, DICK'S ScoreCard Loyalty Program is already a powerful driver of brand engagement, purchase frequency, and long-term customer value. The refreshed program builds on that strong foundation by enhancing the overall member experience and creating additional opportunities for athletes to engage with the brand in more personalized and meaningful ways.
In addition to the ScoreCard loyalty program, athletes can earn even more in Rewards with DICK'S new and improved credit program, which re-launched in May. With the DICK'S Credit Card: The Card for Sport, athletes automatically earn ScoreCard Gold status after their first purchase at DICK'S. New to the program, card holders will now earn 10% back in Rewards+ on qualifying purchases at DICK'S – one of the most competitive Reward rates in U.S. retail.
Athletes interested in signing up for ScoreCard, ScoreCard+ or The DICK'S Credit Card can visit any DICK'S Sporting Goods, DICK'S House of Sport, Golf Galaxy, Golf Galaxy Performance Center, Public Lands or Going, Going, Gone! Location or apply online at dicks.com/scorecard and dicks.com/credit.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
DICK'S Sporting Goods creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK'S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker Business, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and atmos, DICK'S serves the global sneaker community across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK'S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
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*$350+ in annual benefits available from $25 quarterly bonus rewards, up to a $100 free service, $100 in exclusive brand coupons, plus free shipping savings ($8 per order), 20% discount on services and experiences (up to $30 per service), and 3X points purchases where every $100 spent earns 300 ScoreCard Points generating a $10 Reward. Actual benefits vary based on shopping behavior. Exclusions and terms apply. Offer expires 7/31/2026.
**Excludes oversized and overweight items.
^Provided as five $20 coupons each towards the purchase of one full priced CALIA, DSG, VRST, Alpine Design, and Walter Hagen apparel item. Redeemable online only. Cash or store credit will not be given for unused portion. Cannot be combined with other coupons or offers. Offer expires 7/31/26.
+10% back provided in Points. 300 Points = $10 Reward. Rewards are given in $5 increments after a $10 Reward is earned.
NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kuehn Law, PLLC, a shareholder litigation law firm, is investigating whether certain officers and directors of Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders.
According to a federal securities lawsuit, Insiders at Dick's Sporting Goods caused the company to misrepresent or fail to disclose that (i) demand for products in DKS’s Outdoor segment was slowing faster than represented, resulting in excess inventory; (ii) the “structural changes” that were repeatedly touted, including differentiated products, improved pricing technology, and more efficient clearance channels, did not allow the Company to manage its excess inventory without hurting the Company’s profitability; (iii) the need to liquidate excess inventory, including in the Outdoor segment, would have a materially negative effect on the Company’s profitability; and (iv) as a result of the above, statements about DKS’s business condition and prospects were materially false and misleading
If you currently own DKS and purchased prior to August 23, 2022 please contact Sophia Anne Silayan by email at [email protected] or call (833) 672-0814. Kuehn Law pays all case costs and does not charge its investor clients. Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights.
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Key Takeaways DICK'S House of Sport is evolving into a scalable platform for long-term, experience-led growth.DICK'S plans to open 14 House of Sport and 22 Field House locations this year.House of Sport stores are driving comps, profitability, ROI and stronger landlord relationships. DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. (DKS - Free Report) appears to be entering a new phase of growth as its House of Sport concept evolves from an innovative retail format into a scalable long-term growth platform. What began as an effort to create immersive shopping destinations is increasingly becoming a strategic advantage that is reshaping customer engagement, attracting premium brand partnerships and strengthening the company's real estate portfolio.
Management highlighted House of Sport as a central pillar of its growth strategy, alongside the smaller Field House format, with plans to open 14 House of Sport and 22 Field House locations this year. Strong landlord demand is also giving DICK'S access to premier retail destinations, allowing the company to be more selective about future locations while positioning the business for greater long-term shareholder value.
Importantly, the concept is proving financially attractive. Management noted that House of Sport stores continue to generate comparable sales growth even in their third and fourth years of operation, while delivering strong profitability and returns on investment. Beyond the direct financial contribution, the stores encourage athletes to spend more time and money, create a compelling stage for premium and emerging brands such as Vuori and Gymshark, and strengthen relationships with landlords through increased traffic to shopping centers.
The benefits are also extending beyond the flagship locations. DICK'S noted that merchandising, experiential selling and elevated service developed for House of Sport are increasingly influencing the broader store fleet, including the smaller Field House concept. As these capabilities spread across the network, House of Sport is becoming more than a successful store format. It is evolving into the foundation of DICK'S next phase of profitable, experience-driven growth.
DKS’ Zacks Rank & Share Price PerformanceShares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have rallied 25.5% in the past three months against the industry’s decline of 5.8%. The stock also outperformed the broader Retail-Wholesale sector’s 4.3% rise and the S&P 500’s 16.3% growth in the same period.
DKS Stock's Past 3-Month Performance
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Is DICK'S a Value Play?DKS shares are currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 15.86X, slightly above the industry’s average of 15.2X.
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It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) . Shares have added about 4.9% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
But investors have to be wondering, will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Dick's due for a pullback? Before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late, let's take a quick look at its latest earnings report in order to get a better handle on the important drivers.
DICK'S Sporting Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Comparable Sales Up 6%DICK'S Sporting posted first-quarter fiscal 2026 results, wherein the top line beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate and increased year over year. However, earnings missed the consensus mark and declined from the prior-year quarter.
The company delivered a strong fiscal first-quarter fiscal 2026 performance, with net sales rising sharply year over year and beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate, supported by continued momentum in the core DICK’S business and contributions from the Foot Locker acquisition. However, profitability was softer, as non-GAAP earnings declined from the prior-year quarter and missed estimates despite healthy comparable sales growth across the business.
The company reported adjusted earnings of $2.90 per share in the fiscal first quarter, lagging the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.91 and declining from $3.37 recorded in the year-ago quarter.
DKS’ Quarterly Performance: Key Metrics & InsightsNet sales of $5.17 billion increased 62.7% year over year and surpassed the consensus estimate of $5.06 billion. The upside was driven by the addition of the Foot Locker business, along with continued strength in the core DICK’S business. Consolidated comps for DICK'S Business grew 6% year over year, on growth in average ticket and transactions and broad-based momentum across footwear, apparel and hardlines.
Results reflected the inclusion of the Foot Locker business and the dilutive impact of shares issued for the acquisition, while core demand stayed healthy. Pro forma consolidated comparable sales increased 4.1% in the quarter.
DKS Records Higher Margins & ExpensesGross profit rose 44.5% year over year to $1.68 billion but the gross margin contracted 411 bps.
The SG&A expense rate of 22.5% fell 220 bps year over year. SG&A expenses, in dollar terms, grew almost 48.2% year over year to $1.16 billion.
DKS’ Financial Health SnapshotDICK’S Sporting ended the fiscal first quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $998.3 million. Inventories totaled $5.42 billion, up 52%, reflecting the addition of Foot Locker inventory, while long-term debt and financing lease obligations stood at $1.91 billion.
This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company repurchased 0.7 million shares under its share repurchase program for $141.2 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. It had $3 billion remaining under its authorization as of May 2, 2026. DKS also paid $5 million in fiscal 2025 for shares repurchased in the prior fiscal year.
On May 26, 2026, the company’s board of directors announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.25 per share for holders of its common and Class B common stock. The dividend will be distributed on June 26 to its shareholders recorded as of the close of business on June 12.
What to Expect From DKS in FY26?For full-year fiscal 2026, the company expects net sales of $22.1-$22.4 billion. In its full-year fiscal 2026 segment outlook, the company expects net sales of $14.5-$14.7 billion for the DICK’S business and $7.6-$7.7 billion for the Foot Locker business. Operating income guidance was updated to $1.69-$1.81 billion on a GAAP basis and $1.71-$1.83 billion on a non-GAAP basis, while GAAP earnings are projected at $13.27-$14.27 per diluted share; non-GAAP earnings are still expected at $13.50-$14.50. The company expects planned gross capital spending of about $1.6 billion for fiscal 2026.
At the segment level, DKS raised the low end of its comparable sales outlook to 2.5%-4.0%, while the Foot Locker business raised the low end of its pro forma comparable sales view to 1.5%-3.0%. Management also outlined segment profit expectations of $1.60-$1.68 billion for the DICK’S business and $110-$150 million for Foot Locker.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?In the past month, investors have witnessed a downward trend in fresh estimates.
VGM ScoresCurrently, Dick's has a average Growth Score of C, though it is lagging a lot on the Momentum Score front with an F. However, the stock has a score of C on the value side, putting it in the middle 20% for this investment strategy.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of C. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
OutlookEstimates have been broadly trending downward for the stock, and the magnitude of these revisions indicates a downward shift. Notably, Dick's has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). We expect an in-line return from the stock in the next few months.
Dick's Sporting Goods delivered a 62.66% YoY revenue surge in Q1 2026, decisively beating analyst expectations. The Foot Locker acquisition is already yielding tangible benefits, expanding DKS's reach into sneaker culture and new customer segments. Management highlights enhanced partnerships with leading sports brands and increased athlete engagement as strategic advantages post-acquisition.
Key Takeaways DKS partnered with Lids to expand licensed fan merchandise with dedicated shop-in-shops.DKS has 46 Lids shops active and plans more than 100 locations by late summer 2026.DKS added 1.5 million athletes in Q1 fiscal 2026 and is expanding digital platforms. DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. (DKS - Free Report) continues to strengthen its customer experience and licensed merchandise offerings through strategic partnerships that deepen engagement with sports fans. In line with this effort, the company announced a collaboration with Lids, the leading licensed headwear retailer, to introduce dedicated Lids shop-in-shops across DICK’S locations nationwide. The initiative underscores DICK’S focus on enhancing its assortment and creating differentiated in-store experiences to drive traffic and sales.
The partnership is already active in 46 DICK'S stores and is expected to expand to more than 100 locations by late summer 2026. Each Lids shop will feature immersive branding, fixtures and merchandising designed to showcase the company’s extensive portfolio of licensed and lifestyle headwear. According to DICK’S, the move reflects growing consumer demand for products that allow fans to express their team loyalty and personal style.
Beyond expanding product availability, the two companies will collaborate on visual merchandising and in-store training programs for DICK’S associates. Management believes the initiative will create a dedicated destination for sports fans while leveraging Lids’ expertise in licensed headwear. Lids operates more than 2,000 stores across North America, Europe and Australia and carries officially licensed merchandise from major leagues, including the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and NCAA.
The latest partnership aligns with DICK'S broader strategy of enhancing its omnichannel ecosystem and elevating the shopping experience through differentiated offerings. With a growing portfolio that includes House of Sport and other experiential concepts, the company remains focused on building stronger customer connections and expanding its presence across key sports and lifestyle categories. Strategic collaborations such as the one with Lids are expected to support long-term growth and reinforce DICK’S position in the sporting goods retail market.
Strategic and Digital Strength Fuel DICK'S-Lids DealDICK'S Sporting continues to build on its strong market share gains and long-term growth initiatives, providing a solid backdrop for its new partnership with Lids. The retailer delivered robust first-quarter fiscal 2026 results, benefiting from broad-based growth across footwear, apparel and hardlines, while adding roughly 1.5 million new athletes to its customer database. Management remains optimistic about growth prospects, supported by the expansion of House of Sport and Field House formats, improving productivity and a recovering Foot Locker business. These initiatives are strengthening customer engagement and enhancing DICK'S ability to attract premium brands and differentiated merchandise. Against this backdrop, the addition of dedicated Lids shop-in-shops aligns well with DICK'S strategy of creating immersive retail experiences and expanding its licensed merchandise offerings, which should further support traffic and spending.
The company is also leveraging digital innovation to deepen athlete engagement and extend its ecosystem beyond traditional retail. Investments in its website and mobile app, the upcoming launch of the AI-powered Coach by DICK'S platform and strong momentum at GameChanger and the DICK'S Media Network are creating new avenues for growth and customer interaction. At the same time, encouraging progress in the Foot Locker turnaround and management's confidence in achieving synergy targets underscore the strength of DICK'S broader operating platform. These capabilities complement the Lids partnership by providing additional channels to connect with sports fans and enhance the omnichannel experience, reinforcing DICK'S position as a leading destination for athletes and fans alike.
This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company’s shares have gained 17.1% over the past three months against the industry's decline of 12%.
DKS Stock's Price Performance
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Dick's Sporting Goods, the sporting goods retailer, announced a partnership to expand Lids shops to 100 Dick's stores nationwide, the company said in a press release on Monday.
"Our athletes are increasingly looking for new ways to rep their favorite teams, their style and the latest trends," said David Progar, SVP, Licensed at Dick's. "By partnering with Lids, a leader in licensed headwear, we'll be able to offer them more choices to meet their needs for sport, lifestyle and fandom."
The collaboration is currently available in 46 stores across states such as California, Colorado, New York, and Texas. It's expected to reach 100 stores by late summer 2026.
Dick's first-quarter earnings missed Wall Street expectations, as the costly turnaround of its legacy sneaker store Foot Locker weighed on the bottom line.
During the quarter, Dick's saw net income of $319.82 million, or $3.54 per share, compared with $264.29 million, or $3.24 per share, a year earlier.
— CNBC's Gabrielle Fonrouge contributed to this report.
The collaboration combines DICK'S national retail footprint with Lids' headwear expertise to create a new destination for licensed fan merchandise.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) announced a new partnership with Lids to introduce dedicated Lids shop locations inside DICK'S stores nationwide. The partnership will expand access to Lids' industry-leading assortment of licensed headwear while enhancing the in-store experience for sports fans.
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The collaboration is currently available at 46 DICK'S locations and will be in more than 100 DICK'S stores by late summer 2026. Each Lids shop will feel immersive with the Lids-brand and include fixtures and merchandising that showcase Lids' extensive assortment of licensed and lifestyle headwear.
"Our athletes are increasingly looking for new ways to rep their favorite teams, their style and the latest trends," said David Progar, SVP, Licensed at DICK'S. "By partnering with Lids, a leader in licensed headwear, we'll be able to offer them more choices to meet their needs for sport, lifestyle and fandom."
"Lids has long been the leader in licensed headwear, and this partnership allows us to bring that expertise directly into DICK'S stores across the country," said Lids Chairman Lawrence Berger. "Together, we're creating a dedicated destination within DICK'S where fans can find the most comprehensive assortment of team headwear and a new in-store experience."
In addition to product assortment, the two companies will collaborate on in-store product training for DICK'S teammates and visual merchandising. For more information, visit www.lids.com.
DICK'S locations where Lids shops are currently available include:
Cerritos, California Daly City, California Torrance, California Broomfield, Colorado Lakewood, Colorado Christiana, Delaware Miami, Florida Tampa, Florida Kennesaw, Georgia Niles, Illinois Castleton, Indiana Greenwood, Indiana Baton Rouge, Louisiana Lafayette, Louisiana Hunt Valley, Maryland Boston, Massachusetts Danvers, Massachusetts Grandville, Michigan Woodbury, Minnesota Richfield, Minnesota Nashua, New Hampshire Salem, New Hampshire Rockaway, New Jersey Woodbridge, New Jersey Latham, New York Bay Shore, New York Huntington, New York Johnson City, New York Orchard Park, New York West Nyack, New York Yonkers, New York South Park, North Carolina Columbus, Ohio Dayton, Ohio Lyndhurst, Ohio Toledo, Ohio Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Tulsa, Oklahoma Cranberry Twp, Pennsylvania Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania Ross Park, Pennsylvania Austin, Texas Baybrook, Texas Cedar Park, Texas Prosper, Texas San Antonio, Texas About Lids
Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel across North America, Europe and Australia through more than 2,000 retail locations. Indianapolis-based Lids Sports Group carries officially licensed and branded gear across major leagues and teams, including NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and NCAA, empowering customers to represent their unique and individual style, team, passion and fun. Lids Sports Group operates stores under the Lids, Locker Room by Lids, Fanzz, Yankees Clubhouse Shops, Dodgers Clubhouse and numerous other nameplates, including official NBA and NHL team stores. Lids also has locations within select Macy's department stores nationwide. To find a retail location near you, visit Lids.com or join the #LidsLoyal on Instagram (@lids), Facebook (@lids), X (@lids), or LinkedIn.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods
DICK'S Sporting Goods creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK'S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker Business, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and atmos, DICK'S serves the global sneaker community across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK'S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
Media Contacts
DICK'S Sporting Goods – [email protected]
Foot Locker is slowly getting back to growth, but the costly turnaround of the legacy sneaker store is still weighing on the bottom line of its parent, Dick's Sporting Goods, as the company posted an earnings miss on Wednesday.
In the three months ended May 2, Dick's incurred $96.5 million in charges related to the acquisition. That's comprised of $53.8 million for merger and acquisition costs like severance and store closings, and $42.7 million to clear through sale inventory.
Those expenses contributed to a miss on Dick's bottom line, as top line results exceeded expectations.
Meanwhile, Foot Locker eked out comparable sales growth of 0.6%, the first time the metric rose since the end of fiscal 2024, while Dick's namesake stores saw comparable sales climb 6%, leading to a combined figure of 4.1% growth. At Foot Locker U.S., where Dick's has focused much of its turnaround attention, comparable sales grew 6.4%.
Here's how the sporting goods store did in its fiscal first quarter compared with what Wall Street was anticipating, based on a survey of analysts by LSEG:
Earnings per share: $2.90 adjusted vs. $2.92 expectedRevenue: $5.17 billion vs. $5.09 billion expectedThe company's shares fell nearly 2% in premarket trading.
During the quarter, Dick's saw net income of $319.82 million, or $3.54 per share, compared with $264.29 million, or $3.24 per share, a year earlier. Adjusting for items like acquisition costs and litigation, Dick's earned $2.90 per share.
Sales rose to $5.17 billion, up about 63% from $3.17 billion a year earlier, as it added Foot Locker to its business.
At a time when sports are at the center of culture, Dick's is having little issue attracting customers. But maintaining profitability expectations has proven more challenging.
Following its first-quarter results, Dick's tightened its 2026 guidance for comparable sales growth for both Dick's and Foot Locker. It now expects the Dick's business to grow between 2.5% and 4%, up from 2% to 4%, and it anticipates Foot Locker will rise between 1.5% and 3%, up from 1% to 3% previously.
Meanwhile, Dick's lowered its guidance for 2026 consolidated operating income and earnings. It now expects consolidated operating income to range between $1.69 billion and $1.81 billion, down from a previous range of $1.71 billion to $1.83 billion.
It's now expecting 2026 earnings per share to range between $13.27 and $14.27, down from $13.70 to $14.70. It continues to anticipate adjusted earnings per share to range between $13.50 and $14.50, exceeding expectations at the high end of $14.32 per share, according to LSEG.
It's expecting net sales to be between $22.1 billion and $22.4 billion, roughly in line with expectations at $22.4 billion, according to LSEG.
The company also raised its adjusted operating income guidance to a range of $1.71 billion to $1.83 billion, up from $1.68 billion to $1.81 billion previously.
Since acquiring Foot Locker, Dick's has sought to take advantage of its sprawling store footprint and unique customer demographic while also doing the hard work of closing underperforming stores, reworking the assortment and changing store formats.
It previously started a pilot program of 11 stores called "Fast Break" that tests changes in products and how they're showing up in stores, where Foot Locker sees the majority of its revenue. The pilot has been expanded to around 100 stores globally and those shops are seeing double-digit comparable sales growth and considerable improvements in merchandise margin.
By the time the back-to-school season begins, the pilot will expand to 250 stores, with further additions planned ahead of the holiday shopping season.
By the end of the quarter, Foot Locker's total business, including Champs, WSS and Kids Foot Locker, had 2,483 stores globally.
Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.9 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.91 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.37 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -0.30%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this sporting goods retailer would post earnings of $3.36 per share when it actually produced earnings of $4.05, delivering a surprise of +20.54%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times.
Dick's, which belongs to the Zacks Retail - Miscellaneous industry, posted revenues of $5.16 billion for the quarter ended April 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.00%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $3.17 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates three times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Dick's shares have added about 17.8% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 9.8%.
What's Next for Dick's?While Dick's has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Dick's was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $3.93 on $5.63 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $14.28 on $22.34 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Retail - Miscellaneous is currently in the bottom 31% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Petco Health & Wellness (WOOF - Free Report) , another stock in the same industry, has yet to report results for the quarter ended April 2026. The results are expected to be released on June 3.
This pet store chain is expected to post quarterly loss of $0.02 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -100%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
Petco Health & Wellness' revenues are expected to be $1.49 billion, down 0.4% from the year-ago quarter.
Academy Sports Stock Sinks After Earnings: Buy the Dip or Beware?DICK'S Sporting Goods NYSE: DKS reported a strong start to fiscal 2026, with executives highlighting broad-based momentum in the core DICK'S business and early signs of improvement at Foot Locker following its acquisition.
On the company’s first-quarter earnings call, Executive Chairman Ed Stack said the company is benefiting from what he described as a “real sports moment,” citing strong consumer engagement with sports, upcoming global events such as the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, and the growing intersection of sports, lifestyle and culture.
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DICK’S Sporting Goods Could Be Ready for Another Breakout“This environment plays directly to our strengths, and DICK'S is leading from the front,” Stack said.
Core DICK'S Business Posts 6% Comparable Sales Growth President and Chief Executive Officer Lauren Hobart said comparable sales in the DICK'S business rose 6% in the quarter, driven by both higher average ticket and increased transactions. She said the growth was broad-based across footwear, apparel and hardlines, with strength in categories including team sports, licensed products, trading cards and golf.
5 Stocks Using Buybacks to Drive Serious Upside Into 2026Hobart said the company continues to see a healthy consumer across income demographics, with “no signs of trading down.” She also said DICK'S added 1.5 million new athletes to its database during the quarter.
“This was definitely not a result of a one-time factor,” Hobart said in response to an analyst question. “We saw broad-based strength across the entire portfolio.”
Chief Financial Officer Navdeep Gupta said consolidated net sales increased 62.7% to $5.16 billion, helped by a $1.79 billion contribution from the Foot Locker business and the 6% comp increase at DICK'S. Comparable sales in the DICK'S business reflected a 5.5% increase in average ticket and a 0.5% increase in transactions.
On a two-year basis, DICK'S business comps increased 10.5%, and on a three-year basis, they rose 15.8%, Gupta said.
Foot Locker Shows Early Improvement Management emphasized progress in the Foot Locker turnaround, particularly in North America and the U.S. Foot Locker banner. Stack said the global Foot Locker business delivered slightly positive comps and operating income in the quarter, along with merchandise margin improvement. It was the first quarter of positive comps for Foot Locker since the fourth quarter of 2024, he said.
Foot Locker’s pro forma comps increased 0.6% for the quarter, driven by a 1.4% increase in North America. The U.S. Foot Locker banner posted 6.4% comp growth.
Stack said the company has focused first on the U.S. Foot Locker banner because it is the largest and most critical part of the Foot Locker business. He said DICK'S has cleaned up Foot Locker’s inventory, repaired key vendor relationships, rebuilt management teams and begun remerchandising stores through its FastBreak initiative.
FastBreak stores, which feature a more focused footwear wall, improved storytelling and a reintroduced apparel assortment, delivered double-digit comps in the first quarter, Stack said. DICK'S expanded the format by about 90 stores during the quarter, bringing the total to about 100. The company plans to have approximately 250 FastBreak stores across Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker and Champs globally by back-to-school.
“At its core, it's retail 101, and when you execute it with discipline, it works,” Stack said.
Stack said the back-to-school season will be the first period in which the current team had full control over Foot Locker’s buying decisions. He said shoppers should see better women’s product, improved basketball and running assortments, more apparel tied to footwear stories and better in-stock positions in certain accessories.
Margins, Earnings and Balance Sheet Consolidated non-GAAP gross profit was $1.73 billion, or 33.42% of net sales, down 328 basis points from a year earlier. Gupta said the decline was primarily due to the mix impact from Foot Locker.
Consolidated non-GAAP operating income was $378.4 million, or 7.33% of net sales, compared with $360.4 million, or 11.35% of net sales, a year earlier. The DICK'S business generated operating income of $361 million, or 10.69% of net sales, while Foot Locker produced operating income of $17.5 million, or 0.98% of net sales.
Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share were $2.90, compared with $3.37 last year. GAAP earnings per diluted share were $3.54, including $174 million of pre-tax litigation and other settlements, partially offset by $97 million of pre-tax Foot Locker acquisition-related costs.
DICK'S ended the quarter with about $1 billion in cash and cash equivalents and no borrowings on its $2 billion unsecured credit facility. Inventory totaled $5.42 billion, reflecting the addition of Foot Locker, while inventory in the DICK'S business rose 3%.
The company repurchased 719,000 shares for $141 million at an average price of $196.38 and paid $114 million in quarterly dividends.
Guidance Raised at Low End for Both Businesses DICK'S raised the low end of its full-year comparable sales outlook for both the DICK'S and Foot Locker businesses, while maintaining its consolidated non-GAAP earnings per diluted share forecast of $13.50 to $14.50.
DICK'S business comps: Now expected to rise 2.5% to 4%, compared with prior guidance of 2% to 4%. Foot Locker pro forma comps: Now expected to rise 1.5% to 3%, compared with prior guidance of 1% to 3%. Foot Locker operating income: Now expected between $110 million and $150 million, compared with prior guidance of $100 million to $150 million. Consolidated non-GAAP EPS: Still expected between $13.50 and $14.50. Net capital expenditures: Now expected to be approximately $1.4 billion, split roughly 70% for DICK'S and 30% for Foot Locker. Gupta said the company expects comps and operating income for Foot Locker to be weighted toward the back half of the year. For the DICK'S business, he said higher comps are expected in the first half, partly due to the timing of the World Cup, while operating margin pressure is expected to be greatest in the second quarter because of planned investments, including World Cup marketing and pre-opening expenses tied to House of Sport locations.
The company now expects a full-year consolidated effective tax rate of about 27%, roughly 150 basis points higher than its previous expectation. Gupta said that increase is expected to reduce non-GAAP EPS by about $0.25 for the year and is reflected in the updated outlook.
Store Concepts, Digital Investments and GameChanger Hobart said DICK'S continues to reposition its store portfolio through House of Sport and Field House formats. During the quarter, the company opened one House of Sport and two Field House locations and remains on track to open about 13 more House of Sport stores and 20 more Field House locations this year.
The company also recently opened a Fort Worth distribution center to support the Texas market and surrounding areas. Hobart said DICK'S is investing in digital capabilities, including the planned summer launch of Coach by DICK'S, an AI-powered digital agent designed to help athletes with product, training and service decisions.
Hobart also highlighted GameChanger, saying roughly 50% of all games covered on the platform in the first quarter were streamed live. She said more games were streamed on GameChanger in the last month alone than have been played in the entire history of Major League Baseball.
Management said promotional activity was not a major factor in the first quarter. Hobart said the company remains “surgical” in how it manages promotions and is not particularly concerned about the promotional environment.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods NYSE: DKSDICK'S Sporting Goods is a leading U.S.-based sporting goods retailer that sells a broad range of sports equipment, apparel, footwear and outdoor gear. The company operates an omnichannel business combining physical stores with digital sales, offering products for team sports, fitness, hunting and fishing, golf, and general active lifestyle categories. In addition to its flagship DICK'S stores, the company operates specialty formats such as Golf Galaxy and branded service offerings including team-sports sales and custom equipment solutions.
The company traces its roots to a single sporting goods outlet founded in 1948 and has since grown into a national retail chain serving customers across the United States.
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For the quarter ended April 2026, Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) reported revenue of $5.16 billion, up 62.7% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $2.90, compared to $3.37 in the year-ago quarter.
The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.06 billion, representing a surprise of +2%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of -0.3%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $2.91.
While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.
Since these metrics play a crucial role in driving the top- and bottom-line numbers, comparing them with the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated about them helps investors better project a stock's price performance.
Here is how Dick's performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Comparable Sales Growth - YoY change: 6% versus 3.6% estimated by six analysts on average.Square Footage - Ending - Total: 45.60 Msqft compared to the 45.91 Msqft average estimate based on four analysts.Store Count - Ending Stores - Total: 888 versus the four-analyst average estimate of 893.Store Count - Other Specialty Concepts - Total: 168 versus the three-analyst average estimate of 170.Store Count - DICK'S Sporting Goods - Total: 720 compared to the 724 average estimate based on three analysts.Ending Stores - Total Owned Stores: 2,227 compared to the 2,584 average estimate based on three analysts.Ending Stores - Champs Sports: 364 versus the two-analyst average estimate of 373.Ending Stores - Kids Foot Locker: 357 versus the two-analyst average estimate of 361.Ending Stores - WSS: 100 versus the two-analyst average estimate of 147.Ending Stores - Total North America: 1,537 versus 1,602 estimated by two analysts on average.Net sales- Foot Locker: $1.79 billion versus $1.77 billion estimated by four analysts on average.Net sales- DICK'S Sporting Goods: $3.38 billion versus the four-analyst average estimate of $3.31 billion.View all Key Company Metrics for Dick's here>>>
Shares of Dick's have returned +3% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +5.1% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Dick's Sporting Goods (NYSE:DKS) reported first quarter results that topped Wall Street expectations on revenue and earnings, but its shares fell nearly 6% after the company lowered its full-year profit outlook. Dick's lowered its full-year GAAP earnings per share guidance to a range of $13.27 to $14.27, down from $13.70 to $14.70 previously.
Key Takeaways DKS Q1 adjusted EPS fell to $2.90, missing consensus by a penny despite sales beating estimates.Net sales jumped 62.7% YoY to $5.17B, aided by the addition of Foot Locker and 6% comps in DICK'S business.DKS guided FY26 net sales of $22.1B-$22.4B and kept the non-GAAP EPS view at $13.50-$14.50. DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. (DKS - Free Report) posted first-quarter fiscal 2026 results, wherein the top line beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate and increased year over year. However, earnings missed the consensus mark and declined from the prior-year quarter.
The company delivered a strong first-quarter fiscal 2026 performance, with net sales rising sharply year over year and beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate, supported by continued momentum in the core DICK’S business and contributions from the Foot Locker acquisition. However, profitability was softer, as non-GAAP earnings declined from the prior-year quarter and missed estimates despite healthy comparable sales growth across the business.
The company reported adjusted earnings of $2.90 per share in the fiscal first quarter, lagging the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.91 and declining from $3.37 recorded in the year-ago quarter.
DKS’ Quarterly Performance: Key Metrics & InsightsNet sales of $5.17 billion increased 62.7% year over year and surpassed the consensus estimate of $5.06 billion. The upside was driven by the addition of the Foot Locker business, along with continued strength in the core DICK’S business. Consolidated comps for DICK'S Business grew 6% year over year, on growth in average ticket and transactions and broad-based momentum across footwear, apparel and hardlines.
Results reflected the inclusion of the Foot Locker business and the dilutive impact of shares issued for the acquisition, while core demand stayed healthy. Pro forma consolidated comparable sales increased 4.1% in the quarter.
DKS Records Higher Margins & ExpensesGross profit rose 44.5% year over year to $1.68 billion and came in line with our estimates. Meanwhile, the gross margin contracted 411 bps.
The SG&A expense rate of 22.5% fell 220 bps year over year. SG&A expenses, in dollar terms, grew almost 48.2% year over year to $1.16 billion and were lower than our estimate of $1.31 billion.
DKS’ Financial Health SnapshotDICK’S Sporting ended the fiscal first quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $998.3 million. Inventories totaled $5.42 billion, up 52%, reflecting the addition of Foot Locker inventory, while long-term debt and financing lease obligations stood at $1.91 billion.
This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company repurchased 0.7 million shares under its share repurchase program for $141.2 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. It had $3 billion remaining under its authorization as of May 2, 2026. DKS also paid $5 million in fiscal 2025 for shares repurchased in the prior fiscal year.
On May 26, 2026, the company’s board of directors announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.25 per share for holders of its common and Class B common stock. The dividend will be distributed on June 26 to its shareholders recorded as of the close of business on June 12.
What to Expect From DKS in FY26?For full-year fiscal 2026, the company expects net sales of $22.1-$22.4 billion. In its full-year fiscal 2026 segment outlook, the company expects net sales of $14.5-$14.7 billion for the DICK’S business and $7.6-$7.7 billion for the Foot Locker business. Operating income guidance was updated to $1.69-$1.81 billion on a GAAP basis and $1.71-$1.83 billion on a non-GAAP basis, while GAAP earnings are projected at $13.27-$14.27 per diluted share; non-GAAP earnings are still expected at $13.50-$14.50. The company expects planned gross capital spending of about $1.6 billion for fiscal 2026.
At the segment level, DKS raised the low end of its comparable sales outlook to 2.5%-4.0%, while the Foot Locker business raised the low end of its pro forma comparable sales view to 1.5%-3.0%. Management also outlined segment profit expectations of $1.60-$1.68 billion for the DICK’S business and $110-$150 million for Foot Locker.
The company’s shares have gained 14.3% in the past three months against the industry’s decline of 18.7%.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Tapestry’s current fiscal-year earnings and sales indicates growth of 36.3% and 13.2%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. TPR delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 15.6%.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for VSCO’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings indicates growth of 6.2% and 16.3%, respectively, from the year-ago reported numbers.
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Dick's Sporting Goods DKS experienced a significant drop in stock price following its Q1 earnings report, despite slightly exceeding earnings per share (EPS) and revenue expectations. Investors are concerned about margin pressures, ongoing costs related to Foot Locker integration, and the company's decision to maintain, rather than raise, its full-year EPS guidance.
Adjusted EPS reached $2.90, surpassing consensus by one cent. Revenue soared 62.7% year-over-year to $5.17 billion, driven by the Foot Locker acquisition and strong performance in the core DICK’S business. Management has raised the lower end of comparable sales guidance for both brands while keeping the FY27 EPS guidance at $13.50-$14.50. The core DICK’S business showed robust performance with a 6.0% growth in comparable sales, attributed to a 5.5% increase in average transaction value and a 0.5% rise in transactions. Strong consumer demand for premium footwear, apparel, basketball, golf, and trading cards supported this growth. Profitability was a concern, with gross margin contracting by 328 basis points year-over-year to 33.4%, primarily due to the lower-margin mix from Foot Locker. Non-GAAP operating margin decreased by 402 basis points to 7.3%. However, management remains optimistic about achieving long-term synergies, sourcing efficiencies, and media monetization to alleviate pressures. The quality of earnings presented a mixed picture. Although adjusted EPS slightly exceeded expectations, GAAP EPS increased to $3.54, largely due to litigation benefits offsetting around $97 million in Foot Locker acquisition and integration costs. Management has raised the anticipated integration-related charges to about $200 million for FY27. Foot Locker is showing promising early signs of turnaround, with pro forma comparable sales up 0.6% and North America comps increasing by 1.4%. Remodeled “Fast Break” stores reported double-digit comparable sales growth and improved merchandise margins. Management plans to expand this initiative to approximately 250 stores by the back-to-school season, enhancing assortments and vendor relationships. Guidance indicates cautious optimism. DKS raised the lower end of comparable sales guidance for both businesses and increased its adjusted operating income outlook, but maintained its EPS range due to ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties, integration costs, higher investment spending, and increased taxes.This quarter demonstrated strong underlying performance for DKS, as the core DICK’S brand maintained impressive organic growth with 6% comparable sales growth, despite the challenging retail environment. The results solidify the company’s leadership in athletic retail, bolstered by premium product trends and strong vendor relationships. However, the report also underscores the short-term financial challenges linked to integrating Foot Locker, particularly regarding gross margin and operating margin pressures. Encouraging early turnaround signs at Foot Locker, especially from remodeled stores, are promising. DKS's decision to raise the lower end of comparable sales guidance while keeping EPS targets suggests confidence in execution, though profitability recovery may be gradual amid integration costs and macroeconomic pressures.
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Key Takeaways DKS posted 6% comps growth as footwear, apparel and hardlines all contributed.DICK'S Sporting raised the low end of its full-year comps guidance to 2.5-4% and saw no trading down.Foot Locker's Fast Break remodels hit 100 stores; target 250 by back-to-school as comps turned positive. DICK’S Sporting Goods (DKS - Free Report) used its first-quarter 2026 earnings call to reinforce a familiar message: the core banner is still gaining share, and management believes that Foot Locker is now showing early proof that its turnaround plan is working.
That confidence showed up less in headline earnings, wherein adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.90 missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.91 by 0.34%, than in guidance changes and management’s tone around demand, margins and store productivity. Notably, revenues of $5.17 billion beat the consensus estimate of $5.06 billion by 2%.
DKS Sees Strength Across Core BusinessPresident and CEO Lauren Hobart said the DICK’S Sporting business posted 6% comps growth, driven by gains in both average ticket and transactions. She described the quarter as broad-based, with footwear, apparel and hardlines all contributing.
Hobart also stressed that demand remained healthy across income cohorts, adding that the company did not see customers trading down. In Q&A, she tied that resilience to product newness, technical innovation and a more elevated store experience.
That backdrop gave management room to raise the low end of the full-year comps guidance for the DICK’S Sporting business to 2.5-4% from 2-4% previously.
DICK’S Sporting Keeps Its Outlook Constructive but MeasuredCFO Navdeep Gupta said that the outlook for full-year non-GAAP earnings per share stands at $13.50-$14.50, even after a higher projected tax rate reduced the annual outlook by $0.25.
The more notable shift was inside the guidance. DICK’S Sporting raised the low end of the comparable sales (comps) expectations for both the legacy business and Foot Locker, but left the upper ends unchanged, reflecting confidence in execution, alongside caution on the macro and geopolitical backdrop.
Hobart and Gupta both pointed to a year that remains back-half weighted for profit flow-through. The company expects the most pressure in the second quarter because of World Cup-related marketing, pre-opening expenses and other planned investments.
DKS Pushes Hard on the Foot Locker ResetExecutive chairman Ed Stack made Foot Locker the earnings call’s most forward-looking theme. He said that the acquired business returned to positive pro-forma comps and profitability in the quarter, with 0.6% comp growth overall and a 1.4% rise in North America.
Management’s clearest proof point was the Fast Break remodel program. Stack said that the company expanded the concept to about 100 stores globally in the first quarter, and those locations produced double-digit comps and a better merchandise margin.
The company plans to reach 250 Fast Break stores by the back-to-school season, while lifting Foot Locker’s full-year pro-forma comps outlook to 1.5-3%.
DICK’S Sporting Defends Near-Term Margin PressureQuarterly results showed why investors pressed on margins. The consolidated non-GAAP operating margin fell to 7.3% from 11.4% a year ago, whereas the adjusted EPS declined 14% to $2.90 as the Foot Locker deal diluted the share count and shifted the mix.
Gupta said that the consolidated gross-margin decline was mainly a mix issue from Foot Locker. Within the DICK’S Sporting business, he said a roughly 35-basis-point gross-margin decline reflected fuel costs, the opening of a distribution center and mix pressure from trading cards.
Even so, management maintained that the full-year gross margin should still expand, helped by better product access, stronger pricing execution, higher-margin vertical brands, and growth in media network and GameChanger revenue streams.
DKS Q&A Centers on Proof, Not PromiseAnalysts repeatedly tested whether the quarter’s strength was durable. A Morgan Stanley analyst asked whether the 6% DICK’S Sporting comps reflected temporary benefits, and Hobart answered that the performance was broad-based rather than one-time.
Questions on Foot Locker were more pointed. An Oppenheimer analyst pressed on what was driving better results before the new product fully arrives, and Stack said that cleaner presentation, sharper assortment edits and the return of apparel were already improving performance ahead of the back-to-school reset.
Goldman Sachs and Telsey analysts also focused on capital spending and Fast Break economics. Gupta said that the net capital expenditure is expected to be $1.4 billion, split roughly 70-30 between DICK’S Sporting and Foot Locker, with much of the Foot Locker spend tied to store investments.
DICK’S Sporting Leaves the Call in Expansion ModeThe closing tone of the call was notably assertive. Management framed sport as a multi-year demand tailwind and presented DICK’S Sporting as investing from a position of strength rather than reacting to a soft market.
That stance showed up across new House of Sport and Field House openings, supply-chain investment, GameChanger product expansion and the effort to reposition Foot Locker before the key back-to-school season.
The central takeaway from the call was not the marginal adjusted EPS miss. It was management’s conviction that the core business remains strong enough to fund investment, while Foot Locker moves from cleanup to operational recovery.
Zacks Signals for DKSDICK’S Sporting currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), with a Value Score of C, a Growth Score of A, a Momentum Score of D and a VGM Score of B. A Rank #3 can still be held, and the score hierarchy still matters, with A and B grades viewed more favorably than lower grades. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
In that context, DKS’s Growth Score of A and VGM Score of B point to solid growth characteristics and a favorable combined style profile, while the Value Score of C and the Momentum Score of D indicate a less compelling setup on valuation and timing. The Zacks Rank remains the primary signal, and it can change as earnings estimate revisions adjust after the quarter.
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$237.75Dividend Yield2.27%
P/E Ratio20.98
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Dick’s Sporting Goods’ NYSE: DKS stock price uptrend is far from over, but, as in the past, it’s likely to move in fits and starts. The story in 2026 is the integration of Foot Locker, which appears to be going well, though there are still hurdles to cross.
Lackluster Q1 results capped near-term gains, but the long-term opportunity is getting richer. The stock price is winding up within a range, setting up for the next big move, which will likely be another significant rally, underpinned by ongoing integration of Foot Locker, systemwide growth, and margin recovery.
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Dick’s Has Strong Quarter Despite Mixed ResultsDick’s Sporting Goods' Q1 was strong, with revenue of $5.17 billion up more than 62.5%, including the contribution of Foot Locker. The top-line outperformed the consensus by nearly 200 basis points, highlighting brand strength across banners. Dick’s was also strong organically, contributing a 6% brand comp, compared to Foot Locker's more tepid 0.6%.
Margin was a sticking point for the market. The company experienced significant margin compression due to the influx of lower-margin shoe business. However, the miss is slim relative to the consensus estimate, with adjusted earnings of $2.90 up year over year but a penny off the mark.
The more significant factor is that earnings guidance, although improved, still falls short of the consensus estimate, which is likely to impair market sentiment as Q2 progresses. Even so, the company forecasts improving comps at both banners and is raising its earnings forecast, a critical element for this capital-returning stock.
Capital Returns Are a Good Reason to Own Dicks’ Sporting GoodsDick’s share count remains elevated due to the Foot Locker acquisition, but is expected to fall over time. The company has sufficient history, including buybacks in Q1 and earnings capacity, to support the thesis, and there is also an expectation of substantial earnings growth.
The long-term forecasts suggest a modest double-digit-to-high-single-digit compound annual growth rate through the middle of the next decade. In this scenario, the stock is valued at only 8X its 2035 earnings forecast, setting the stage for a 100% stock price increase over the coming years.
Dividends are a near-term driver of shareholder value. The company pays a healthy dividend yielding approximately 2.2% as of late May, and it is expected to increase annually. Dick’s has increased its payment for more than a decade, putting it among the Dividend Contenders, and it pays only 30% of its earnings. The company has some debt on its balance sheet, but it is minimal compared to equity and debt maintenance is well covered by cash flow. The likely outcome is that DKS sustains a robust distribution compound annual growth rate in the coming years, although the pace may slow from the high-double-digit pace it has maintained over the past few years.
Analysts and Institutions Are Driving DKS Stock Price HigherAnalysts responded with optimism to Dick’s earnings results. Commentaries highlighted revenue strength and a long-term growth outlook while noting near-term margin compression. As of late May, 20 analysts rate DKS as a Moderate Buy, and trends ahead of the release include increases in price targets. The consensus forecasts only a moderate upside, but the high-end range of price targets would be sufficient for a fresh all-time high, a milestone for any market.
Institutional activity reflects a strong conviction in Dick’s Sporting Goods' value proposition. The group owns nearly 90% of the stock and has been aggressively accumulating over the trailing 12 months. MarketBeat data reveals a $2.5-to-$1 pace of accumulation, with strength sustaining into early Q2 2026. The likely outcome is that institutions buy DKS stock on price dips, limiting downside for this market.
Catalysts include the FIFA World Cup, which is scheduled for June. The event is expected to spur soccer-related spending, with soccer accounting for approximately 20% of the floor space. Analysts forecast up to 300 bps of incremental spending gains, which may be underestimating the impact. Domestic soccer trends are robust, including viewership and participation, the critical factor for DKS. Cash-strapped sports fans may not buy souvenirs, but they will buy shoes, balls, jerseys, and other soccer equipment.
Risks include the Foot Locker integration and macroeconomic headwinds. Gas prices are at long-term highs and are unlikely to fall soon, underscoring systemic inflation and potentially impacting consumer habits. Investors should expect oil and gas prices to remain elevated indefinitely, even with the Strait of Hormuz open, as global inventories are at rock bottom and production capacity is diminished.
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Ad spot features Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal, Trinity Rodman, Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, Juanpa Zurita and Cobi Jones
, /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) and adidas launched Where It All Kicks Off, a new collaborative campaign built to capture the fever pitch excitement surrounding FIFA World Cup 2026™ as the tournament arrives on U.S. soil.
Featuring adidas athletes Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal, Trinity Rodman, Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, Juanpa Zurita and Cobi Jones, the campaign taps into the energy, style and momentum of soccer's biggest stage while positioning DICK'S as the starting point for all FIFA World Cup excitement and, of course, gear.
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Where It All Kicks Off - Mahomes Produced by OBB and developed by Bolded, OBB's branded entertainment content studio, the spot opens inside a DICK'S House of Sport store. Each touch of an adidas product serves as a gateway into larger-than-life soccer moments that reflect the growing intersection of sport and culture surrounding the game. Cobi Jones acts as a guiding force, subtly setting in motion the moments that unfold as athletes interact with cleats, jerseys and apparel. First, Juanpa Zurita is transported from DICK'S House of Cleats to a rooftop game with Lamine Yamal. Trinity Rodman grabs adidas' throwback U.S. Denim Jersey and then steps inside a soccer video game. Patrick and Brittany Mahomes join the action after checking out adidas hoodies, showcasing soccer's expanding reach. And finally, a young fan laces up the same adidas F50 Messi El Último Tango cleats as Lionel Messi before finding himself in the midst of a match with the legendary player.
"Few events capture the excitement and passion of sport like the World Cup," said Melissa Christian, VP of Brand Building at DICK'S. "With adidas' deep roots and long-standing connection to the tournament, this partnership is a natural way to bring that energy to athletes everywhere and highlight how DICK'S helps them step into their own World Cup moment."
Where It All Kicks Off launched today on social and will make its broadcast debut on June 11 as the first FIFA World Cup 2026™ match kicks off.
"The FIFA World Cup coming to our backyard this summer is a once-in-a-generation moment for sport in North America, and we wanted to partner with DICK'S Sporting Goods to meet that energy with something truly special and reflective of the moment," said Chris Murphy, Senior Vice President, Brand Marketing at adidas North America. "Bringing together past and current icons like Cobi Jones, Messi and Mahomes, paired with the future of the sport, including Lamine, Trinity and beyond, will inspire the next generation of athletes to watch, celebrate and play."
"We wanted to create a spot that captures the feeling of what the World Cup represents - possibility, imagination and the way the game can transport people beyond the sidelines," said Michael D. Ratner, Founder and CEO of OBB Media. "By blending iconic athletes, cultural voices and immersive storytelling, we set out to turn everyday moments inside a DICK'S store into larger-than-life experiences that reflect the excitement building around the tournament. At OBB, we want to show up at the center of culture and entertainment. This campaign with adidas and DICK'S celebrates the magic of the sport on the biggest global stage and inspires the next generation of fans to see where the game can take them."
adidas soccer product and team gear are available in DICK'S stores nationwide, online at DICKS.com and on the DICK'S mobile app. DICK'S and adidas are also bringing the excitement of the World Cup to life through elevated in-store experiences and consumer activations designed to engage athletes and fans across the country. From premium store environments, national ticket sweepstakes and on-the-ground events in key cities, these efforts extend the energy to the tournament beyond the ad and into communities nationwide.
In addition, The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation is partnering with DonorsChoose to expand access to the game at the grassroots level, funding up to $250,000 in youth soccer projects nationwide. Through an open call for historically underfunded schools, the initiative aims to ensure more young athletes have the resources they need to play, with DonorsChoose fulfilling projects on a first-come basis until the funds are fully allocated. Beginning June 11, teachers at eligible schools will be able to submit funding requests for boys' and girls' soccer programs. Visit here for more information and to apply for funding.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
DICK'S Sporting Goods creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK'S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker Business, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and atmos, DICK'S serves the global sneaker community across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK'S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
About adidas
adidas is a global leader in the sporting goods industry. Headquartered in Herzogenaurach/Germany, the company employs more than 62,000 people across the globe and generated sales of €24.8billion in 2025. For more information, please visit www.adidas-Group.com.
About OBB
OBB is the award-winning next-gen entertainment studio driving culture through innovative storytelling across film, television, digital, branded content, live experiences, ventures, and more. Founded by entrepreneur and filmmaker Michael D. Ratner, OBB has built a global audience of billions. By marrying zeitgeist-defining creative work across traditional and new media, with the capabilities of a vertically integrated production studio, defining how a new generation of audiences consume content and engage with brands. OBB's branded content studio, Bolded, specializes in creating culture-driven campaigns for the world's biggest brands and talent. Led by Ratner, co-founder Scott Ratner and a talented team of storytellers, the company has offices in both West Hollywood, CA and New York City and also operates OBB Studios, a 15,000+ square-foot, state-of-the-art production and event facility in Hollywood, CA. For more information, visit the company website at www.obbmedia.com or follow @obb on Instagram.
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Key Takeaways DKS posts 6% Q1 comparable sales growth, led by higher ticket and modest traffic gains.DKS broad-based gains across footwear, apparel and hardlines with no consumer trade-down and 1.5M new athlete.DKS raises low-end comp view to 2.5%-4% as experiential retail and digital bets drive momentum amid headwinds. DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. (DKS - Free Report) started fiscal 2026 on a strong note, delivering a 6% increase in comparable sales in the first quarter, well ahead of many retail peers. The performance was fueled by a 5.5% increase in average ticket and a modest rise in transactions, highlighting both healthy consumer demand and the company's ability to drive higher spending per visit. Management noted that growth was broad-based across footwear, apparel and hardlines, reinforcing the strength of the DICK'S brand and its ability to gain share in a competitive sporting goods landscape.
The numbers behind the quarter underscore the consistency of DICK'S Sporting’s growth story. Comparable sales increased 6%, building on a 10.5% two-year stacked comp increase and a 15.8% three-year stacked comp increase. The company also added approximately 1.5 million new athletes to its customer database during the quarter. Notably, management reported no signs of consumer trade-down behavior across income groups, with customers continuing to spend on both premium and value-oriented products. These trends suggest that DICK'S Sporting is benefiting from strong brand loyalty and continued market-share gains.
Several strategic initiatives are helping support this momentum. The company's experiential retail concepts, including House of Sport and Field House, continue to generate strong traffic, customer engagement and profitability. At the same time, DICK'S Sporting is expanding its digital ecosystem through GameChanger, the DICK'S Media Network and the upcoming AI-powered Coach by DICK'S platform. These investments are creating additional touchpoints with athletes while strengthening the company's omnichannel capabilities and long-term competitive positioning.
Looking ahead, management raised the lower end of its comparable-sales guidance for fiscal 2026 to 2.5%-4%, reflecting confidence in the core DICK'S business despite ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty. While higher supply-chain costs and integration expenses related to Foot Locker remain headwinds, the company continues to benefit from strong merchandise assortments, growing private brands and favorable customer engagement trends. The key question for investors is whether DICK'S Sporting can sustain its market-share gains and comp momentum as comparisons become tougher in the second half of the year.
DKS’ Zacks Rank & Share Price PerformanceShares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have gained 8.7% in the past three months compared with the broader Retail-Wholesale sector’s 2.9% rise and the S&P 500’s 11% growth. However, the industry has lost 18% during the same timeframe.
DKS Stock's Past Three-Month Performance
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Is DKS a Value Play Stock?DKS shares are currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 14.37X, a discount compared with the industry’s average of 14.46X. At this level, DKS is offering compelling value to investors looking for exposure to the retail sector.
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