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Revenue: Fourth-quarter consolidated sales of $368 million, a decrease of 1% year over year.

Gross Margin: Q4 gross margin declined 220 basis points to 37.4% due to a 340 basis points impact from incremental tariffs.

Adjusted EBITDA: Negative $25 million for Q4, a $30 million decrease year over year.

Outstanding Debt: Approximately $480 million as of January 2, 2026.

Cash and Cash Equivalents: Approximately $680 million, resulting in a net cash-positive position.

Capital Expenditures: $32 million for 2025.

2026 Revenue Guidance: Anticipated range of $1.98 billion to $2.05 billion.

2026 Adjusted EBITDA Guidance: Expected range of $170 million to $195 million.

2026 Free Cash Flow: Expected to generate approximately $100 million.

Q1 2026 Revenue Guidance: Forecasted range of $635 million to $665 million.

Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Guidance: Expected range of $110 million to $125 million.

Release Date: February 12, 2026

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

Callaway Golf Co (NYSE:CALY) successfully completed the sale of Jack Wolfskin and a 60% stake in Topgolf, resulting in a net cash-positive position.

The company reported better-than-expected Q4 results in both top line and EBITDA across all regions.

Callaway Golf Co (NYSE:CALY) maintains a top 2 market share position in both clubs and balls in the US and a top 1 or 2 club position in every primary market.

The company launched new products, including the Quantum family of woods and irons and Odyssey AI-Dual Putters, with positive initial feedback.

Callaway Golf Co (NYSE:CALY) plans to return capital to shareholders through a $200 million stock repurchase program.

Negative Points

The company faces incremental tariff expenses of approximately $40 million in 2026, impacting historical price points.

Overall consumer confidence and job growth have been lower than desired, posing potential challenges.

Callaway Golf Co (NYSE:CALY) anticipates a negative impact on revenues this year due to changes in product launch cadences and pulling back on lower-margin categories.

The company’s full-year consolidated gross margin declined due to incremental tariffs, impacting profitability.

Adjusted EBITDA decreased by $39 million year-over-year, reflecting challenges in maintaining previous profitability levels.

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Q & A Highlights

Q: How did Callaway Golf approach sales guidance with the introduction of new products, and what factors were considered? A: Oliver Brewer, President and CEO, stated that the guidance was built on a moderate perspective, with cautious optimism. The golf market is healthy, and Callaway has a strong track record. However, the company is waiting to see how products and price points perform during peak season. The new driver technology has received strong feedback.

Q: Can you elaborate on the margin profile and how Callaway plans to improve it? A: Brewer emphasized a focus on long-term margin improvement. Despite $40 million in incremental tariffs, Callaway increased Equipment gross margins by nearly 200 basis points last year. The company is not providing specific long-term targets but is confident in its direction.

Q: What are the specifics of exiting lower-margin businesses, and how will this impact the second half of the year? A: Brewer explained that Callaway is optimizing its mix by focusing on higher-margin products and reducing sales of lower-margin items like range balls and certain SMU products. Changes in launch timing and product cycles will impact the second half but are expected to benefit long-term profitability and margins.

Q: How does Callaway plan to bridge the gap in EBITDA margin compared to previous years? A: Brewer highlighted initiatives such as changing the product mix, focusing on higher-margin products, and adjusting launch cadences. These efforts, along with addressing the $75 million tariff impact, aim to improve margins and profitability.

Q: What is the initial feedback on the new Tri-Force product line, and how is it expected to perform? A: Brewer expressed excitement about the Tri-Force technology, describing it as a breakthrough product. Although the product launches soon, initial feedback from pro shops, particularly in Sunbelt regions, has been positive.

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.