RGR

In the past six months (April 2026 - October 2026), Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. experienced several stock-impacting events. On April 30, 2026, Q1 2026 financial results showed net sales up 4.1% to $141.4 million, but diluted earnings significantly decreased to $0.01 per share due to lower production volumes and deferred promotional revenue. On May 4, 2026, Ruger entered a Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Beretta Holding S.A., allowing Beretta to increase its ownership stake to up to 25% and nominate up to two independent directors, following Beretta's accumulation of a significant economic interest and Ruger's adoption of a stockholder rights plan in October 2025. In February 2026, the company implemented a reduction-in-force to align with future strategic priorities. Q2 2026 financial results, reported on July 29, 2026, showed strong improvement with net sales rising 19% to $158.1 million and diluted earnings of $0.43 per share, driven by higher firearms demand, improved average selling prices, and better fixed-cost leverage. On September 17, 2026, Beretta Holding S.A. commenced a cash tender offer for Ruger shares at $44.80 per share as part of the strategic cooperation agreement. Also in September 2026, the FTC moved to resolve antitrust claims against Beretta and Sturm Ruger.