BNED
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. · Consumer Discretionary · Specialty Retail
Last
$12.96
−$0.20 (−1.48%) 3:58 PM ET
After hours $12.95 −$0.01 (−0.04%) 5:14 AM ET
Prev close $13.15
Open $13.23
Day high $13.25
Day low $12.75
Volume 171,317
Avg vol 266,349
Mkt cap
$455.84M
EV/Sales
0.33
P/E ratio
20.51
FY Revenue
$1.72B
EPS
0.64
Gross Margin
21.42%
Div yield
0.61%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
AI report sections
BNED
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.
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AI summarized at 9:40 AM ET, 2026-10-15
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 76 SWING: 72 LONG: 46
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+13% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.13×
RSI
71.24 (Overbought)
Overbought (>70)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.00 (Strong)
MACD: -0.00 Signal: -0.00
Short-Term
+0.18 (Strong)
MACD: 0.29 Signal: 0.10
Long-Term
+0.17 (Strong)
MACD: 0.11 Signal: -0.06
Intraday trend score 67.05

Latest news

BNED 12 articles Positive: 3 Neutral: 4 Negative: 5
Positive Zacks Investment Research • Zacks.Com
Are Consumer Discretionary Stocks Lagging Barnes & Noble Education (BNED) This Year?

Barnes & Noble Education (BNED) has outperformed the Consumer Discretionary sector year-to-date, gaining 21.7% compared to the sector's average loss of 14.5%. With a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and a 36.2% increase in consensus earnings estimates over the past 90 days, BNED demonstrates strong analyst sentiment. Motorsport Games Inc. (MSGM) is another outperformer in the sector with a 39.4% year-to-date return, though its industry has declined significantly.

BNED MSGM Consumer Discretionary stock performance earnings estimates Zacks Rank sector analysis
Sentiment note

BNED has significantly outperformed its sector with a 21.7% year-to-date gain versus the Consumer Discretionary sector's 14.5% loss. The stock holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with a strong 36.2% increase in consensus earnings estimates over 90 days, indicating improving analyst sentiment and earnings outlook.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University President Emeritus George L. Hanbury II’s Newly Published Book to Benefit Student Scholarships and Research

Nova Southeastern University has released a new leadership book by President Emeritus George L. Hanbury II titled 'Keep Your Aim Above Your Reach.' All net proceeds from book sales will benefit student scholarships and research at the university. The book draws on Dr. Hanbury's six decades of leadership experience and is available exclusively through NSU's Barnes & Noble College-managed online bookstore.

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Sentiment note

Barnes & Noble College is partnering with NSU to distribute the book and support educational initiatives, which aligns with their mission to enhance campus life and scholastic experience. The partnership demonstrates their commitment to higher education solutions and expands their service offerings.

Neutral Zacks Investment Research • Zacks.Com
Barnes & Noble Education (BNED) Reports Q1 Loss, Misses Revenue Estimates

Barnes & Noble Education reported a Q1 loss of $0.37 per share, beating expectations of a $0.50 loss, but missed revenue estimates with $290.6 million versus the consensus estimate. Despite the revenue miss, the stock has gained 38.4% year-to-date and holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating based on favorable estimate revisions.

BNED MSS earnings report quarterly loss revenue miss earnings surprise college bookstores stock performance
Sentiment note

Mixed results: beat EPS expectations by 26% but missed revenue estimates by 6.08%. Stock has outperformed the market significantly (+38.4% YTD), and maintains a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with favorable estimate revisions, but the company has struggled to beat revenue estimates over the last four quarters.

Positive Benzinga • Not Specified
Bill Hutchinson, CEO of Dunhill Partners, Announces Acquisition of Bradford Plaza in Stillwater, Oklahoma

Dunhill Partners, Inc., led by CEO Bill Hutchinson, has acquired Bradford Plaza, a 93,755-square-foot retail shopping center in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The fully leased property is strategically located near Oklahoma State University and features national anchors including T.J. Maxx, Old Navy, Ulta Beauty, and an upcoming Barnes & Noble location, along with local businesses. The acquisition aligns with Dunhill Partners' strategy of acquiring high-performing retail assets in growth-oriented markets.

ULTA BNED retail acquisition shopping center Stillwater Oklahoma real estate investment commercial property retail tenants
Sentiment note

The company is opening its first location in Stillwater, representing expansion into a new market and growth opportunity.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Molly Heinz
Compelling Historical Fiction Set in Western NC Follows the Life of a Resilient Female Protagonist Who Forges a Fulfilling Legacy

A faith-based historical novel set in Western North Carolina follows nurse Margie's life journey, exploring themes of love, resilience, and personal growth against the backdrop of 1960s America.

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Sentiment note

Simply listed as a book sales platform with no evaluative commentary

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sheri Lynn
In New Release, Learn the Story Of How A Workplace Becomes Safe Haven Amid Struggles with Alcoholism and Fear

A nurse shares her personal journey of resilience while living with an alcoholic partner, revealing how her workplace became a sanctuary amid emotional turmoil and fear.

AMZN BNED alcoholism addiction resilience caregiver workplace sanctuary
Sentiment note

Mentioned as a book sales platform without specific context

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Pomerantz Llp
INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. - BNED

Pomerantz Law Firm is investigating potential securities fraud at Barnes & Noble Education after the company disclosed potential accounting irregularities involving digital sales cost recording and possible overstatement of accounts receivable by $23 million.

BNED securities fraud accounting investigation financial reporting
Sentiment note

Stock price dropped 21.02% after disclosure of potential accounting issues, potential material weakness in financial reporting, and possible overstatement of accounts receivable

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Alastair Fig
JUST PUBLISHED: Court Jester Chester Takes a Leap to Become a Serious Comedian

Chester, a court jester, dreams of becoming a serious comedian and overcomes his fears by performing at the kingdom's Open Mic Night, discovering the power of authenticity and laughter.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as a book sales platform without specific context

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Johnson Fistel, Pllp
Johnson Fistel Investigates Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. Over Accounting Irregularities and Financial Restatement

Barnes & Noble Education announced potential accounting issues involving digital sales recording, potentially overstating accounts receivable by $23 million. The company's stock dropped 21% after disclosing that previously issued financial statements should not be relied upon.

BNED accounting irregularities financial restatement digital sales revenue recognition
Sentiment note

Stock price dropped significantly after revealing accounting issues, potential financial misstatements, and unreliable previous financial statements

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Glancy Prongay & Murray Llp
Securities Fraud Investigation Into Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. (BNED) Continues – Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm

Barnes & Noble Education disclosed potential financial reporting issues, including a possible $23 million overstatement of accounts receivable and unreliable financial statements from previous fiscal periods, causing a significant stock price drop.

BNED securities fraud financial restatement revenue recognition accounting irregularities
Sentiment note

Company revealed potential accounting errors, management credibility issues, stock price declined by 21%, and financial statements from multiple periods cannot be relied upon

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Law Offices Of Howard G. Smith
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. (BNED) Investors Who Lost Money – Contact Law Offices of Howard G. Smith About Securities Fraud Investigation

Barnes & Noble Education disclosed potential financial reporting issues, including a possible $23 million overstatement of accounts receivable and unreliable financial statements from previous fiscal periods, causing a significant stock price drop.

BNED securities fraud financial restatement accounting irregularities investor loss
Sentiment note

Company revealed potential accounting errors, management misconduct by a payment processing employee, and invalidated previous financial statements, which led to a 21% stock price decline and triggered a securities fraud investigation

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Frank R. Cruz
Securities Fraud Investigation Into Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. (BNED) Continues – Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz

Barnes & Noble Education disclosed potential financial reporting issues, including a possible $23 million overstatement of accounts receivable and unreliable financial statements from the past fiscal year, causing a significant stock price drop.

BNED securities fraud financial restatement accounting irregularities investor loss
Sentiment note

Company revealed potential accounting errors, management credibility issues, and a significant stock price decline of 21% following disclosure of financial reporting problems

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