Johnson Outdoors (JOUT) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Johnson Outdoors Inc. (NASDAQ: JOUT) is a diversified global outdoor recreation company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin. Established in 1970 as a spin-off from S.C. Johnson & Son, the company has grown into a leading provider of outdoor gear and equipment for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Through a combination of organic growth and targeted acquisitions, Johnson Outdoors has built a portfolio of well-recognized brands that address a broad range of activities, from paddling and fishing to camping and diving.

The company’s watercraft division features canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards under heritage brands such as Old Town and Ocean Kayak, alongside paddle technology from Carlisle. In its fishing segment, Johnson Outdoors offers electronics and trolling motors under the Humminbird and Minn Kota brands, catering to freshwater and saltwater anglers. The diving division operates globally under the Mares name, supplying scuba diving masks, regulators, wetsuits and other underwater essentials. Additionally, the outdoor products segment markets camping shelters, cookware and accessories through Eureka!, Camp Chef and Jetboil to meet the needs of campers and backpackers.

Johnson Outdoors serves customers in over 80 countries, with operations spanning North America, Europe and Asia. Its global footprint is supported by a network of manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and sales offices that ensure timely delivery and local market expertise. The company emphasizes research and development, collaborating with professional guides, athletes and environmental organizations to innovate products that balance performance, durability and environmental responsibility.

Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Joseph P. Feroli, Johnson Outdoors maintains a focus on strategic brand development, customer engagement and operational efficiency. Drawing on more than five decades of industry experience, the company continues to expand its portfolio, enhance its digital presence and pursue sustainability initiatives. Through a commitment to quality and outdoor stewardship, Johnson Outdoors aims to inspire adventure seekers and protect the natural environments that serve as the backdrop for its products.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $30.84 to $32.04
• 50-Day Range: $23.71 to $32.76
• 52-Week Range: $21.33 to $43.13
• Volume: 68,151 shs
• Average Volume: 48,154 shs
• Market Capitalization: $322.30 million
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: 4.23%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

Johnson Outdoors Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Johnson Outdoors scored higher than 74% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 102nd out of 291 stocks in the consumer discretionary sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for Johnson Outdoors.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: Growing

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Johnson Outdoors are expected to grow in the coming year, from ($0.58) to $2.50 per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Johnson Outdoors is -7.00, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Johnson Outdoors is -7.00, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Johnson Outdoors has a P/B Ratio of 0.69. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

7.45% of the float of Johnson Outdoors has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Johnson Outdoors has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 12, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Johnson Outdoors has recently decreased by 14.34%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 4.2 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Strong

Dividend Leadership

Johnson Outdoors is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 4.12%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Growth

Johnson Outdoors has been increasing its dividend for 11 years.

Dividend Sustainability

Based on earnings estimates, Johnson Outdoors will have a dividend payout ratio of 52.80% next year. This indicates that Johnson Outdoors will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• Environmental Score: -2.65

Percentage of Shares Shorted

7.45% of the float of Johnson Outdoors has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Johnson Outdoors has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 12, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Johnson Outdoors has recently decreased by 14.34%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 3.1 / 5
• News Sentiment: 1.51

News Sentiment

Johnson Outdoors has a news sentiment score of 1.51. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.86 average news sentiment score of Consumer Discretionary companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 4 news articles for Johnson Outdoors this week, compared to 2 articles on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 3.3 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Johnson Outdoors insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

27.98% of the stock of Johnson Outdoors is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.

Percentage Held by Institutions

64.05% of the stock of Johnson Outdoors is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

JOUT Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have JOUT shares performed this year?

Johnson Outdoors' stock was trading at $33.00 at the beginning of 2025. Since then, JOUT stock has decreased by 5.5% and is now trading at $31.20.

How were Johnson Outdoors' earnings last quarter?

Johnson Outdoors Inc. (NASDAQ:JOUT) posted its earnings results on Friday, May, 2nd. The company reported $0.22 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.21 by $0.01. The business earned $168.35 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $178.27 million. Johnson Outdoors had a negative net margin of 8.23% and a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 9.90%.
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How do I buy shares of Johnson Outdoors?

Shares of JOUT stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Johnson Outdoors own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Johnson Outdoors investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), Meta Platforms (META), Broadcom (AVGO), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Adobe (ADBE), ServiceNow (NOW) and Palo Alto Networks (PANW).

Company Calendar

• Record date for 4/24 Dividend: 4/10/2025
• Ex-Dividend for 4/24 Dividend: 4/10/2025
• Dividend Payable: 4/24/2025
• Last Earnings: 5/02/2025
• Record date for 7/24 Dividend: 7/10/2025
• Ex-Dividend for 7/24 Dividend: 7/10/2025
• Today: 7/11/2025
• Dividend Payable: 7/24/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 8/04/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 9/30/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Consumer Discretionary
• Industry: LEISURE&REC PRD
• Sub-Industry: Leisure Products
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:JOUT
• CIK: 788329
• Web: www.johnsonoutdoors.com
• Phone: (262) 631-6600
• Fax: 262-631-6601
• Employees: 1,200
• Year Founded: 1970

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): ($4.46)
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: -$26.53 million
• Net Margins: -8.23%
• Pretax Margin: -9.66%
• Return on Equity: -9.90%
• Return on Assets: -7.15%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: 3.88
• Quick Ratio: 2.17

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $592.85 million
• Price / Sales: 0.54
• Cash Flow: $0.40 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 77.07
• Book Value: $44.99 per share
• Price / Book: 0.69

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 10,330,000
• Free Float: 7,443,000
• Market Cap: $322.30 million
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.78