Rocky Brands Reports Strong Full Year 2025 Results, Authorizes New $7.5M Share Repurchase Program

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Rocky Brands announced positive full-year 2025 financial results, including increased sales and adjusted EPS, alongside a significant reduction in debt and the authorization of a new $7.5 million share repurchase program.

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• Strong Full Year 2025 Financial Performance

  Net sales for the full year 2025 increased 6.2% to $482.0 million, and adjusted diluted EPS rose 28.3% to $3.26, reflecting momentum in the business.

• New $7.5 Million Share Repurchase Program

  The Board of Directors authorized a new 12-month share repurchase program of up to $7.5 million, replacing a previous program. This represents approximately 2.99% of the company's current market capitalization.

• Debt Reduction

  Total debt decreased by 4.7% to $122.6 million as of December 31, 2025, compared to the prior year, driven by lower interest rates and debt levels.

• Fourth Quarter 2025 Results

  Fourth quarter net sales increased 9.1% to $139.7 million, with diluted EPS improving to $0.86. However, adjusted diluted EPS for the quarter decreased to $0.94 from $1.19 in the prior year.

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Rocky Brands reported a strong finish to 2025, with full-year net sales increasing 6.2% and adjusted diluted EPS rising 28.3%. The company also significantly reduced its total debt by 4.7% to $122.6 million. Concurrently, the Board authorized a new $7.5 million share repurchase program, replacing the expiring one. This buyback represents a substantial commitment to shareholder returns, especially as the stock is currently trading above its 52-week high, signaling strong management confidence in the company's valuation and future prospects.