About Us

Laser Focus World is an industry bedrock—first published in 1965 and still going strong. We publish original articles about cutting-edge advances in lasers, optics, photonics, sensors, and quantum technologies, as well as test and measurement, and the shift currently underway to usher in the photonic integrated circuits, optical interconnects, and copackaged electronics and photonics to deliver the speed and efficiency essential for data centers of the future.

Our 80,000 qualified print subscribers—and 130,000 12-month engaged online audience—trust us to dive in and provide original journalism you won’t find elsewhere covering key emerging areas such as laser-driven inertial confinement fusion, lasers in space, integrated photonics, chipscale lasers, LiDAR, metasurfaces, high-energy laser weaponry, photonic crystals, and quantum computing/sensors/communications. We cover the innovations driving these markets.

Laser Focus World is part of Endeavor Business Media, a division of EndeavorB2B.

Laser Focus World Membership

Never miss any articles, videos, podcasts, or webinars by signing up for membership access to Laser Focus World online. You can manage your preferences all in one place—and provide our editorial team with your valued feedback.

Magazine Subscription

Can you subscribe to receive our print issue for free? Yes, you sure can!

Newsletter Subscription

A Laser Focus World newsletter subscription is free to qualified professionals:

The Daily Beam

Showcases the newest content from Laser Focus World, including photonics- and optics-based applications, components, research, and trends. (Daily)

Product Watch

The latest in products within the photonics industry. (9x per year)

Bio & Life Sciences Product Watch

The latest in products within the biophotonics industry. (4x per year)

Laser Processing Product Watch

The latest in products within the laser processing industry. (3x per year)

Get Published!

If you’d like to write an article for us, reach out with a short pitch to Sally Cole Johnson: [email protected]. We love to hear from you.

Photonics Hot List

Laser Focus World produces a video newscast that gives a peek into what’s happening in the world of photonics.

Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast

Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast dives deep into the fascinating world of photonics. Our weekly episodes feature interviews and discussions with industry and research experts, providing valuable perspectives on the issues, technologies, and trends shaping the photonics community.

Social Media

Bluesky • Facebook • Instagram • LinkedIn • YouTube

Meet the Laser Focus World Team

Editorial

Sales

Editorial Advisory Board

  • Professor Andrea M. Armani, University of Southern California
  • Ruti Ben-Shlomi, Ph.D., LightSolver
  • James Butler, Ph.D., Hamamatsu
  • Natalie Fardian-Melamed, Ph.D., Columbia University
  • Justin Sigley, Ph.D., AmeriCOM
  • Professor Birgit Stiller, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light, and Leibniz University of Hannover
  • Professor Stephen Sweeney, University of Glasgow
  • Mohan Wang, Ph.D., University of Oxford
  • Professor Xuchen Wang, Harbin Engineering University
  • Professor Stefan Witte, Delft University of Technology
My Watchlist
Indicators
Industrial Laser Index
Markets
Stocks
ETFs
Tools
Markets:
Overview
News
Currencies
International
Treasuries

American Outdoor Brands’s Q2 Earnings Call: Our Top 5 Analyst Questions

By: StockStory

AOUT Cover Image

American Outdoor Brands faced a challenging Q2 as revenue and adjusted earnings both fell short of Wall Street expectations, prompting a sharp market reaction. Management attributed the shortfall to shifting retailer order patterns, as partners accelerated purchases into the prior quarter to avoid tariff-related price increases. CEO Brian Daniel Murphy described the environment as one of “evolving tariff impacts, shifting retailer order patterns, and broader macroeconomic uncertainty,” noting that while point-of-sale performance remained strong for key brands, the timing of shipments weighed on reported results.

Is now the time to buy AOUT? Find out in our full research report (it’s free).

American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) Q2 CY2025 Highlights:

  • Revenue: $29.7 million vs analyst estimates of $35.77 million (28.7% year-on-year decline, 17% miss)
  • Adjusted EPS: -$0.26 vs analyst expectations of -$0.25 (4% miss)
  • Adjusted EBITDA: -$3.12 million vs analyst estimates of -$1.64 million (-10.5% margin, 90.5% miss)
  • Operating Margin: -23%, down from -6.2% in the same quarter last year
  • Market Capitalization: $110.7 million

While we enjoy listening to the management's commentary, our favorite part of earnings calls are the analyst questions. Those are unscripted and can often highlight topics that management teams would rather avoid or topics where the answer is complicated. Here is what has caught our attention.

Our Top 5 Analyst Questions From American Outdoor Brands’s Q2 Earnings Call

  • Doug Lane (Water Tower Research) asked if any excess tariff-related inventory remains at retailers. CFO H. Andrew Fulmer clarified that retailers accelerated orders ahead of price increases but inventory levels are now more balanced.
  • Doug Lane (Water Tower Research) inquired about pricing actions to offset tariffs. CEO Brian Daniel Murphy noted that price changes are being layered in alongside supplier concessions and product redesigns, with ongoing calibration throughout the year.
  • Doug Lane (Water Tower Research) questioned the importance of product innovation in the current environment. Murphy emphasized innovation is “critical” and the company is timing launches for maximum consumer impact.
  • Matthew Butler Koranda (ROTH Capital Partners) asked when order variability will normalize. Murphy stated that retailer caution tied to tariffs will continue in the near term, but expects alignment with strong point-of-sale trends as inventory normalizes.
  • Alex J Sturnieks (Lake Street Capital Markets) asked about consumer trade-down behavior. Murphy explained that their products continue to attract premium and enthusiast buyers, while lower-income consumers are pulling back spending rather than trading down within their portfolio.

Catalysts in Upcoming Quarters

In the coming quarters, our analysts will closely monitor (1) the normalization of retailer order patterns as tariff and inventory headwinds subside, (2) the scalability and adoption of new products and digital features like ScoreTracker Live, and (3) the effectiveness of supply chain realignment in preserving margins. Progress in recurring revenue initiatives and international market stabilization will also be key markers.

American Outdoor Brands currently trades at $8.76, down from $10.39 just before the earnings. Is the company at an inflection point that warrants a buy or sell? See for yourself in our full research report (it’s free).

High-Quality Stocks for All Market Conditions

Donald Trump’s April 2025 "Liberation Day" tariffs sent markets into a tailspin, but stocks have since rebounded strongly, proving that knee-jerk reactions often create the best buying opportunities.

The smart money is already positioning for the next leg up. Don’t miss out on the recovery - check out our Top 5 Strong Momentum Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years (as of March 31st 2025).

Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Kadant (+351% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today.

StockStory is growing and hiring equity analyst and marketing roles. Are you a 0 to 1 builder passionate about the markets and AI? See the open roles here.

More News

View More
PayPal Stock: Why Wall Street May Be Undervaluing This Giant
Via MarketBeat
Topics Economy
Tickers PYPL
Why Vertical Aerospace Could Lead the eVTOL Market by 2028
Via MarketBeat
Tickers EVTL VTOL
Is Draganfly's Army Partnership a Game-Changer for Investors?
Via MarketBeat
Tickers DPRO
3 Auto Stocks to Watch as EV and Hybrid Demand Shifts
Via MarketBeat
Topics Economy Stocks World Trade
Tickers F GM TSLA
4 Stocks Set to Benefit From the PDT Rule Change
Via MarketBeat
Topics Regulatory Compliance
Tickers HOOD IBKR SCHW TSLA
Stock Quote API & Stock News API supplied by www.cloudquote.io
Quotes delayed at least 20 minutes.
By accessing this page, you agree to the following
Privacy Policy and Terms Of Service.