Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. (BNED) Financial Statements
Industry: Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores (Retail)
In fiscal 2026, Barnes & Noble Education reported revenue of $1.71B, up 6.5% from $1.61B the year before. Net income was $16.9M (a 1.0% net margin), or $0.49 per diluted share. Gross margin was 21.4% and operating margin was 2.1%. Operating activities generated $50.1M of cash, leaving $33.9M of free cash flow. At fiscal year end, Barnes & Noble Education held $739.9M in total assets against $445.5M in total liabilities, including $8.4M of cash and equivalents.
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Barnes & Noble Education Key Stats
| Share Price | $12.28 |
|---|---|
| Market Cap | $424.1M |
| P/E Ratio | 25.1 |
| Revenue YoY Growth | +6.5% |
| 52-Week Range | $6.08 – $13.65 |
| Shares Outstanding | 34.5 million (basic, 2027 Q1) |
Barnes & Noble Education Income Statement
| FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | FY 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $1.43B | $1.53B | $1.54B | $1.57B | $1.61B | $1.71B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.18B | $1.16B | $1.19B | $1.21B | $1.27B | $1.35B |
| Gross Profit | $252.7M | $372.8M | $349.4M | $356.8M | $337.8M | $366.2M |
| Operating Income | -$176.2M | -$67.4M | -$66.4M | -$21.9M | $15.9M | $36.5M |
| Pre-Tax Income | -$184.3M | -$77.5M | -$89.1M | -$62.3M | -$61.6M | $20.7M |
| Income Tax | -$52.5M | -$8.7M | $1.0M | $183,000 | $4.3M | $3.8M |
| Net Income | -$131.8M | -$68.9M | -$101.9M | -$63.2M | -$65.8M | $16.9M |
| Diluted EPS | -$265.00 | -$133.00 | -$194.00 | -$23.75 | -$2.50 | $0.49 |
Barnes & Noble Education Quarterly Results
| 2026 Q2 | 2026 Q3 | 2026 Q4 | 2027 Q1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $644.4M | $515.1M | $267.1M | $290.6M |
| Net Income | $25.0M | $6.7M | $3.5M | -$12.9M |
| Diluted EPS | $0.72 | $0.19 | $0.10 | -$0.37 |
Barnes & Noble Education Balance Sheet
| FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | FY 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $8.0M | $10.4M | $14.2M | $10.5M | $9.1M | $8.4M |
| Current Assets | $500.8M | $532.6M | $537.0M | $530.8M | $465.4M | $484.5M |
| Total Assets | $1.04B | $1.07B | $980.8M | $905.1M | $790.3M | $739.9M |
| Current Liabilities | $373.0M | $415.3M | $462.1M | $478.8M | $279.2M | $283.6M |
| Total Long-Term Debt | $127.6M | $185.7M | $182.2M | $196.3M | $103.1M | $71.0M |
| Total Liabilities | $737.4M | $843.2M | $850.0M | $834.5M | $518.1M | $445.5M |
| Shareholders' Equity | $301.0M | $228.4M | $130.8M | $70.6M | $272.2M | $294.4M |
Barnes & Noble Education Cash Flow Statement
| FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | FY 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash From Operations | $32.9M | $2.1M | $90.5M | -$5.1M | -$85.4M | $50.1M |
| Cash From Investing | -$36.9M | -$42.7M | -$31.0M | $7.4M | -$12.1M | -$16.2M |
| Cash From Financing | $11.8M | $45.7M | -$49.7M | -$5.7M | $97.7M | -$34.4M |
| Free Cash Flow | -$4.3M | -$41.5M | $65.4M | -$19.2M | -$98.3M | $33.9M |
Figures from Barnes & Noble Education's 10-K and 10-Q filings with the SEC, as of 2026-10-14. Fiscal years follow the company's own reporting calendar. EPS and share counts are adjusted for later stock splits. See the full Barnes & Noble Education financials page for every line item.
Barnes & Noble Education Company Profile
| Ticker | BNED |
|---|---|
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Industry | Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores (Retail) |
| Headquarters | Florham Park, New Jersey |
| Incorporated in | Delaware |
| Fiscal Year End | May 3 |
| SEC Filer Category | Accelerated filer, smaller reporting company |
| SEC CIK | 0001634117 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Barnes & Noble Education's revenue in fiscal 2026?
Barnes & Noble Education (BNED) reported revenue of $1.71B for fiscal 2026.
What is Barnes & Noble Education's annual revenue history?
Barnes & Noble Education's annual revenue by fiscal year: 2021: $1.43B; 2022: $1.53B; 2023: $1.54B; 2024: $1.57B; 2025: $1.61B; 2026: $1.71B.
What was Barnes & Noble Education's net income in fiscal 2026?
Barnes & Noble Education reported net income of $16.9M for fiscal 2026.
What was Barnes & Noble Education's earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal 2026?
Barnes & Noble Education's diluted EPS was $0.49 for fiscal 2026 (adjusted for any later stock splits).
How much free cash flow did Barnes & Noble Education generate in fiscal 2026?
Barnes & Noble Education generated $33.9M of free cash flow in fiscal 2026.
What was Barnes & Noble Education's revenue last quarter?
In its most recent reported quarter (2027 Q1), Barnes & Noble Education reported revenue of $290.6M.
How much debt does Barnes & Noble Education have?
Barnes & Noble Education reported $71.0M of long-term debt, including the current portion, at the end of fiscal 2026.
How many shares of Barnes & Noble Education are outstanding?
Barnes & Noble Education reported a weighted average of 34.5 million basic shares outstanding in 2027 Q1.
What is Barnes & Noble Education's market cap?
Based on its latest closing price, Barnes & Noble Education (BNED) has a market capitalization of about $424.1M.
When does Barnes & Noble Education's fiscal year end?
Barnes & Noble Education's fiscal year end, as registered with the SEC, is May 3.
Where is Barnes & Noble Education headquartered?
Barnes & Noble Education lists its business address in Florham Park, New Jersey in its SEC filings.
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