Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.
BBW
Rank in Stocks
#13445
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. functions as a multi-channel vendor specializing in... Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. functions as a multi-channel vendor specializing in stuffed toys and their complementary merchandise. The business organizes its operations across three primary divisions: Direct-to-Consumer sales, Commercial activities, and International Franchising. Its inventory features a diverse assortment of plush creatures, available both unstuffed for customization and as pre-made items. Customers can personalize their creations with various sounds and unique scents. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive selection of apparel, footwear, accessories, and other playful novelty goods. Products are distributed via its namesake Build-A-Bear Workshop retail outlets and through its official e-commerce platforms. As of January 29, 2022, the firm directly managed 346 stores globally, with 305 located in the United States and Canada, and 41 in the United Kingdom and Ireland. An additional 72 franchised establishments extend its international presence. The enterprise was founded in 1997 and maintains its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri.
Share Price
$31.61
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$389.41M
Change (1 day)
6.43%
Change (1 year)
-32.87%
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Consumer Cyclical
Operating Margin for Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (BBW)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 12.88%
According to Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 12.88%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 13.35%.
Operating Margin history for Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 12.88% | -3.52% |
| 2025 | 13.35% | -0.74% |
| 2024 | 13.45% | 27.25% |
| 2023 | 10.57% | 13.17% |
| 2022 | 9.34% | -167.93% |
| 2021 | -13.75% | 284.08% |
| 2020 | -3.58% | -34.55% |
| 2019 | -5.47% | -241.71% |
| 2017 | 3.86% | 164.38% |
| 2016 | 1.46% | -68.94% |
| 2015 | 4.70% | 14.63% |
| 2014 | 4.10% | -750.79% |
| 2013 | -0.63% | -95.04% |
| 2012 | -12.71% | 1,742.03% |
| 2011 | -0.69% | 1.47% |
| 2010 | -0.68% | -88.82% |
| 2009 | -6.08% | -543.80% |
| 2008 | 1.37% | -80.59% |
| 2007 | 7.06% | -34.20% |
| 2006 | 10.73% | -9.07% |
| 2005 | 11.80% | 9.26% |
| 2004 | 10.80% | 77.34% |
| 2003 | 6.09% | 7.60% |
| 2002 | 5.66% | -87.91% |
| 2001 | 46.81% | 877.24% |
| 2000 | 4.79% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13.09% | -98.98% |
US
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| 4.21% | -99.67% |
CN
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| 21.86% | -98.30% |
IE
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| 8.26% | -99.36% |
UY
|
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| 19.77% | -98.47% |
US
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin
What is Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin?
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin is 12.88%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin was 13.35%, compared with 13.45% in 2024.
How has Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2024 (13.45%) and lowest in 2021 (-13.75%).
How does Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.'s operating margin (12.88%) is higher than that of 2 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is PDD Holdings Inc., with 21.86%.