AOUT (American Outdoor Brands) Owner Earnings per Share (TTM): -0.35 (As of Apr. 2026)


AOUT American Outdoor Brands Inc AOUT
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Price $14.34
GF Value $9.06
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is American Outdoor Brands Owner Earnings per Share (TTM)?

American Outdoor Brands AOUT +0.49% 53 Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is -0.35 as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates AOUT with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.06 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 462 Travel & Leisure companies, American Outdoor Brands ranks worse than 216450% on this metric.

In 1986 Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Letter, Warren Buffett defined owner earnings as follows:

"These represent (a) reported earnings plus (b) depreciation, depletion, amortization, and certain other non-cash charges...less (c) the average annual amount of capitalized expenditures for plant and equipment, etc. that the business requires to fully maintain its long-term competitive position and its unit volume (If the business requires additional working capital to maintain its competitive position and unit volume, the increment also should be included in (c))...Our owner-earnings equation does not yield the deceptively precise figures provided by GAAP, since (c) must be a guess - and one sometimes very difficult to make. Despite this problem, we consider the owner earnings figure, not the GAAP figure, to be the relevant item for valuation purposes - both for investors in buying stocks and for managers in buying entire businesses...All of this points up the absurdity of the 'cash flow' numbers that are often set forth in Wall Street reports. These numbers routinely include (a) plus (b) - but do not subtract (c)."

American Outdoor Brands's Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-0.35. It's Price-to-Owner-Earnings ratio for today is 0.


The historical rank and industry rank for American Outdoor Brands's Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) or its related term are showing as below:


During the past 9 years, the highest Price-to-Owner-Earnings ratio of American Outdoor Brands was 30.94. The lowest was 6.33. And the median was 14.37.


AOUT's Price-to-Owner-Earnings is not ranked *
in the Travel & Leisure industry.
Industry Median: 13.755
* Ranked among companies with meaningful Price-to-Owner-Earnings only.

American Outdoor Brands's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was $-0.03. Its Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-0.73. It's PE Ratio (TTM) ratio for today is At Loss.

American Outdoor Brands's EPS without NRI for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was $0.13. Its EPS without NRI for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-0.30. It's PE Ratio without NRI ratio for today is At Loss.


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Assumption: Companies usually do not report maintenance capital expenditures and growth capital expenditures separately. Here we use estimated numbers and average them over 5 years. The method to estimate maintenance capital expenditures can be found in above part 4.

Note: GuruFocus' Change In Working Capital is provided by Morningstar. It is calculated by adding the items under "Change in operating assets and liabilities" (may refer to a different name for different company) section in Cash Flow Statement from original financial report. And it includes non-current parts of assets and liabilities.


American Outdoor Brands Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) Related Terms


American Outdoor Brands Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) Historical Data

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The historical data trend for American Outdoor Brands's Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

American Outdoor Brands Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) Chart

American Outdoor Brands Annual Data
Trend Apr18 Apr19 Apr20 Apr21 Apr22 Apr23 Apr24 Apr25 Apr26
Owner Earnings per Share (TTM)
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American Outdoor Brands Quarterly Data
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Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -0.53 -0.28 -0.68 -0.66 -0.35

AOUT vs PLBY, CLAR, PUSA: Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) Comparison

For the Leisure subindustry, American Outdoor Brands's Price-to-Owner-Earnings, along with its competitors' market caps and Price-to-Owner-Earnings data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


American Outdoor Brands Price-to-Owner-Earnings vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, American Outdoor Brands's Price-to-Owner-Earnings distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where American Outdoor Brands's Price-to-Owner-Earnings falls into.


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American Outdoor Brands Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) Calculation

In 1986 Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Letter, Warren Buffett defined owner earnings as follows:

"These represent (a) reported earnings plus (b) depreciation, depletion, amortization, and certain other non-cash charges...less (c) the average annual amount of capitalized expenditures for plant and equipment, etc. that the business requires to fully maintain its long-term competitive position and its unit volume. (If the business requires additional working capital to maintain its competitive position and unit volume, the increment also should be included in (c))...Our owner-earnings equation does not yield the deceptively precise figures provided by GAAP, since (c) must be a guess - and one sometimes very difficult to make. Despite this problem, we consider the owner earnings figure, not the GAAP figure, to be the relevant item for valuation purposes - both for investors in buying stocks and for managers in buying entire businesses...All of this points up the absurdity of the 'cash flow' numbers that are often set forth in Wall Street reports. These numbers routinely include (a) plus (b) - but do not subtract (c)."

To make it simple, then you will have:

Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) = (Net Income + Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization + Change In Deferred Tax - 5Y Average of Maintenance Capital Expenditure + Change In Working Capital) / Shares Outstanding (Diluted Average)

American Outdoor Brands's Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) Calculation:

TTM / Last Quarter Average of Last 20 Quarters
Net Income -9.2
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization 12.4
Change In Deferred Tax 0.0
5Y Average of Maintenance Capital Expenditure 4.5
Change In Working Capital -3.1
Shares Outstanding (Diluted Average) 12.4

1. Start with "Net Income" from income statement. American Outdoor Brands's Net Income for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-9.2 Mil.

2. "Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization" is from cashflow statement. American Outdoor Brands's Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $12.4 Mil. This needs to be added back because company does not actually need to pay cash for it. It is a non-cash item.

3. Other non-cash charges usually include "Stock Based Compensation" and "Change In Deferred Tax":
However, to be conservative, GuruFocus will not add Stock Based Compensation back to net income. American Outdoor Brands's Change In Deferred Tax for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $0.0 Mil.

4. Average maintenance capital expenditure over a business/industry cycle: 5-Year Average Maintenance Capital Expenditure = $4.5 Mil

It is usually best to take a long-term average of maintenance capital expenditure. Ideally this would be as long as 10 years and include at least one economic downturn. However, since many companies do not have as long as 10-year history, here GuruFocus uses the latest 5 years data to do the calculation. To smooth out unusual years but reflect recent developments, we take an average of the 5 year maintenance capital expenditure.

The following shows how to get maintenance capital expenditure.

First, calculate the revenue change regarding to the previous quarter. If the revenue decreased from the previous quarter, then the Maintenance Capital Expenditure = Capital Expenditure (positive).
Second, if the revenue increased from the previous quarter, then calculate the percentage of Net PPE as of corresponding Revenue.
Growth Capital Expenditure = Percentage of Property, Plant and Equipment as of corresponding Revenue * Revenue Increase
Third, calculate Capital Expenditure (positive) - Growth Capital Expenditure.
If [Capital Expenditure (positive) - Growth Capital Expenditure] was negative, then the Maintenance Capital Expenditure = Capital Expenditure (positive).
If [Capital Expenditure (positive) - Growth Capital Expenditure] was positive, then the Maintenance Capital Expenditure = Capital Expenditure (positive) - Growth Capital Expenditure.
Fourth, get the average of the 5 years maintenance capital expenditure.

American Outdoor Brands's 5-Year Average Maintenance Capital Expenditure = $4.5 Mil

5. "Change In Working Capital" is from cashflow statement. American Outdoor Brands's Change In Working Capital for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-3.1 Mil.
Note: GuruFocus' Change in Working Capital is provided by Morningstar. It is calculated by adding the items under "Change in operating assets and liabilities" (may refer to a different name for different company) section in Cash Flow Statement from original financial report. And sometimes it includes non-current parts of assets and liabilities.

6. American Outdoor Brands's Shares Outstanding (Diluted Average) for the months ended in Apr. 2026 was 12.443 Mil.

American Outdoor Brands's Onwer Earnings Per Share for Apr. 2026 is calculated as:

Owner Earnings per Share (TTM)
=( Net Income+Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization+Change In Deferred Tax
=( -9.208 +12.438+0
-5Y Avg of Maintenance CAPEX+Change In Working Capital )/Shares Outstanding (Diluted Average)
-4.472688676179+-3.056)/12.443
=-0.35

Price-to-Owner-Earnings=Current Price/Owner Earnings per Share (TTM)
=14.34/-0.35
=0

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

What does a Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) of -0.35 mean?
American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) has a Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) of -0.35 as of Apr. 2026. Warren Buffett defined owner earnings as reported earnings plus depreciation less average maintenance capital expenditure. View historical data on American Outdoor Brands. Over the past decade, American Outdoor Brands' Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) has ranged from 6.33 to 30.94. According to the industry distribution chart, American Outdoor Brands ranks #999999 out of 462 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry.
Is American Outdoor Brands' Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) too high?
American Outdoor Brands' current Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is -0.35. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.33 to a high of 30.94. Based on the distribution chart, American Outdoor Brands ranks #999999 out of 462 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, American Outdoor Brands has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Outdoor Brands' Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) compare to PLBY and CLAR?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, American Outdoor Brands ranks #999999 out of 462 companies for Owner Earnings per Share (TTM). This places American Outdoor Brands in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is 13.76. Historically, American Outdoor Brands' own Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) has ranged from 6.33 to 30.94 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) for a Travel & Leisure company?
The median Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) among Travel & Leisure companies is 13.76, based on 462 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) mean?
A high Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Warren Buffett defined owner earnings as reported earnings plus depreciation less average maintenance capital expenditure. View historical data on American Outdoor Brands. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is 13.76 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. American Outdoor Brands's current Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is -0.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is American Outdoor Brands stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.06, compared to a current price of $14.34 — trading 58.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is -0.35. American Outdoor Brands' overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) calculated?
Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For American Outdoor Brands (AOUT), the current Owner Earnings per Share (TTM) is -0.35 as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Outdoor Brands stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $14.34 is trading 58.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.06. GuruFocus considers American Outdoor Brands to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for AOUT:

  • Owner Earnings per Share (TTM): -0.35
  • GF Value™: $9.06 vs. price of $14.34 (58.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the AOUT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


American Outdoor Brands Business Description

Address 1800 North Route Z, Columbia, MO, USA, 65202
American Outdoor Brands Inc is engaged in the business of providing outdoor products and accessories for hunting, fishing, camping, shooting, and personal security and defense products. The company designs and produces products and accessories, including shooting supplies, rest, vaults, and other related accessories; premium sportsman knives and tools for fishing and hunting; land management tools for hunting preparedness; harvesting products for post-hunt or post-fishing activities; electro-optical devices, including hunting optics, firearm aiming devices, flashlights, and laser grips; reloading, gunsmithing, and firearm cleaning supplies; and survival, camping, and emergency preparedness products.
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