While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Topgolf Callaway (MODG) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
Topgolf Callaway Brands (MODG) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.11 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.04 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.09 per share a year ago.
Shares of Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. slipped after hours on Monday after the parent of Topgolf and Callaway-brand golf clubs warned of weaker sales at the driving-range chain and more competition in golf equipment, although it said first-quarter trends were solid, marked by a surprise adjusted profit.
Looking beyond Wall Street's top -and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Topgolf Callaway (MODG), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended March 2025.
I maintain a concentrated portfolio and recently invested in Topgolf Callaway Brands, despite the market's disagreement and the firm's significant share price decline. Management plans to spin off Topgolf, allowing each entity to focus on strengths, potentially creating more shareholder value. Despite recent financial challenges, including a $1.45 billion impairment charge, I believe the stock is significantly undervalued.
Topgolf and Callaway will separate into two independent companies, potentially unlocking value. Callaway will focus on golf equipment, while Topgolf will operate as a debt-free entertainment brand. The stock has plunged 84% since its peak, largely due to the challenges of merging golf equipment manufacturing with entertainment. However, at $6 per share it is undervalued. Callaway is positioned for stable growth with its premium golf gear and Toptracer technology, while Topgolf presents a higher-risk, high-reward opportunity through international expansion and innovation.
The headline numbers for Topgolf Callaway (MODG) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended December 2024, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
Topgolf Callaway Brands (MODG) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.33 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.40. This compares to loss of $0.30 per share a year ago.
Topgolf Callaway Brands (MODG -4.42%), a leading company in the golf and active lifestyle industries, reported its Q4 2024 earnings on Feb. 24, 2025. The company's adjusted EPS exceeded expectations at -$0.33 compared to an anticipated -$0.40.
The merger of Topgolf and Callaway was a strategic mistake, leading to high debt and damaging Callaway's premium brand image. Topgolf's revenue growth has slowed due to economic normalization, with declining consumer spending and rising interest rates. The combined company faces significant financial challenges, and even the intended spin-off carries substantial uncertainties.
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Topgolf Callaway Brands (NYSE:MODG) has been upgraded to a ‘Buy' rating from ‘Hold' by analysts at Jefferies who see the golf equipment and entertainment brand's shares as undervalued. Analysts also raised their price target on the company to $13 from $11.