Zacks Research Predicts Higher Earnings for JAKKS Pacific

JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) – Investment analysts at Zacks Research raised their Q2 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimates for shares of JAKKS Pacific in a research report issued to clients and investors on Tuesday, July 14th. Zacks Research analyst Team now anticipates that the company will post earnings per share of $0.12 for the quarter, up from their previous estimate of $0.10. Zacks Research currently has a “Hold” rating on the stock. The consensus estimate for JAKKS Pacific’s current full-year earnings is $1.42 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for JAKKS Pacific’s Q4 2026 earnings at ($0.57) EPS, FY2026 earnings at $1.83 EPS, Q2 2027 earnings at $0.32 EPS, Q4 2027 earnings at ($0.79) EPS, FY2027 earnings at $2.64 EPS, Q2 2028 earnings at $0.56 EPS and FY2028 earnings at $3.90 EPS.

Other research analysts also recently issued reports about the stock. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of JAKKS Pacific from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Saturday, June 6th. Weiss Ratings raised shares of JAKKS Pacific from a “hold (c-)” rating to a “hold (c)” rating in a research note on Monday, June 15th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Hold rating, According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Hold”.

JAKKS Pacific Stock Up 0.5%

JAKK opened at $22.92 on Thursday. The firm has a market capitalization of $262.30 million, a P/E ratio of 33.22 and a beta of 1.44. The firm’s 50 day moving average is $22.35 and its 200-day moving average is $20.74. JAKKS Pacific has a 52-week low of $14.86 and a 52-week high of $24.45.

JAKKS Pacific (NASDAQ:JAKK) last released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 30th. The company reported ($0.17) EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of ($0.44) by $0.27. The firm had revenue of $106.68 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $103.80 million. JAKKS Pacific had a return on equity of 3.26% and a net margin of 1.41%.

JAKKS Pacific Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, June 29th. Shareholders of record on Friday, May 29th were issued a dividend of $0.25 per share. The ex-dividend date was Friday, May 29th. This represents a $1.00 annualized dividend and a yield of 4.4%. JAKKS Pacific’s payout ratio is currently 144.93%.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On JAKKS Pacific

Institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the business. Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of JAKKS Pacific during the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $6,812,000. Thompson Siegel & Walmsley LLC acquired a new stake in JAKKS Pacific in the fourth quarter valued at $5,494,000. Gate City Capital Management LLC raised its holdings in JAKKS Pacific by 47.6% in the fourth quarter. Gate City Capital Management LLC now owns 782,717 shares of the company’s stock valued at $13,212,000 after acquiring an additional 252,337 shares in the last quarter. Gabelli Funds LLC bought a new position in JAKKS Pacific during the 4th quarter valued at $2,178,000. Finally, Ameriprise Financial Inc. boosted its stake in JAKKS Pacific by 187.2% during the 3rd quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. now owns 104,518 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,958,000 after acquiring an additional 68,128 shares during the last quarter. 44.38% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Trending Headlines about JAKKS Pacific

Here are the key news stories impacting JAKKS Pacific this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Zacks Research lifted its FY2026 EPS estimate to $1.83 from $1.40, signaling stronger expected profitability for JAKKS Pacific. JAKKS Pacific (JAKK) Projected to Announce Quarterly Earnings on Thursday
• Positive Sentiment: The analyst also raised FY2027 EPS to $2.64 from $2.50 and FY2028 EPS to $3.90 from $3.69, reinforcing a more upbeat longer-term earnings trajectory for JAKKS Pacific. JAKKS Pacific (JAKK) Projected to Announce Quarterly Earnings on Thursday
• Positive Sentiment: Near-term estimates also improved, with Q2 2026 EPS increased to $0.12 from $0.10, Q4 2026 losses narrowed, and Q2 2027 EPS edged higher, which may help sentiment ahead of earnings. JAKKS Pacific (JAKK) Projected to Announce Quarterly Earnings on Thursday
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks upgraded JAKKS Pacific from strong sell to hold, which is better than before but still not a bullish recommendation. Zacks.com
• Neutral Sentiment: The stock is also approaching an earnings update, with investors likely watching whether results confirm the improved analyst forecasts. JAKKS Pacific (JAKK) Projected to Announce Quarterly Earnings on Thursday

JAKKS Pacific Company Profile

JAKKS Pacific, Inc (NASDAQ: JAKK) is a Los Angeles–based company that designs, develops and markets a broad range of toys and consumer products. Since its founding in 1995 by industry veteran Jack Friedman, the company has built a diversified portfolio spanning three primary segments: Toys, Consumer Electronics & Seasonal, and Kids Furniture & Accessories. JAKKS Pacific specializes in both licensed and proprietary brands, collaborating with major entertainment and sports licensors to bring popular characters and franchises to market.

The company’s Toys segment includes action figures, dolls, role-play items, collectible toys and outdoor activity products.