Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q2 2019, net sales were $241 million, slightly up from $240 million in the prior year period, with same-store sales increasing by 0.7% [7][21] - The gross profit margin for Q2 2019 was 30.3%, down from 31.4% in Q2 2018, primarily due to an 80-basis point contraction in merchandise margins [19] - Net income for Q2 2019 was $28,000 or $0.00 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $0.2 million or $0.01 per share in Q2 2018 [21] - Operating cash flow improved to a positive $5.6 million in the first half of fiscal 2019, compared to a negative $21.9 million in the prior year period [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hardgoods category sales were up low-mid single digits, driven by strong ammunition sales [9] - Apparel category sales were down low-single digits, impacted by soft licensed apparel sales, although excluding licensed apparel, the category comped positively [10] - Footwear category sales were down in the low-mid single-digit range, but trends improved over the quarter [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a slight decrease in customer transactions but a modest increase in average sales compared to the prior year [11] - Sales comparisons were negatively impacted by cooler-than-normal temperatures affecting summer-related products [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to open approximately 4 stores and close about 5 stores in 2019, reflecting efforts to optimize the store base [12] - The focus remains on managing costs, inventory, and other assets to maintain a healthy balance sheet and capitalize on opportunities [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that July sales were running down low-single digits compared to the prior year, with expectations for more favorable comparisons later in the quarter [13] - The company is optimistic about promotional plans and inventory positioning to drive positive sales [16] - Management highlighted the importance of mitigating cost pressures and maintaining a favorable SG&A result [17] Other Important Information - The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share for Q3 2019 [27] - Capital expenditures for fiscal 2019 are expected to be approximately $9 million to $13 million [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for same-store sales in Q3? - The company expects same-store sales to be in the flat-to-positive low-single-digit range for Q3 2019 [28]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. For the transition period from _____________________ to ____________________ Commission file number: 000-49850 BIG 5 SPORTING GOODS CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charte ...

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation (NASDAQ:BGFV) Q1 2019 Earnings Conference Call April 30, 2019 5:00 PM ET Â Company Participants Steven Miller - Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Barry Emerson - Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Big 5 Sporting Goods First Quarter 2019 Earnings Results Conference Call. TodayÂ's call is being recorded. With us today are Mr. Steve Miller, President and Chief Executi ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 30, 2018 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from _____________________ to ______________________ Commission file number: 000-49850 BIG 5 SPORTING GOODS CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its char ...

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation (NASDAQ:BGFV) Q4 2018 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2019 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Steven Miller - Chairman, President & CEO Barry Emerson - SVP, CFO & Treasurer Conference Call Participants David Schick - Consumer Edge Research Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Big 5 Sporting Goods Fourth Quarter 2018 Earnings Results Conference Call. Today's call is being recorded. With us today are Mr. Steve Miller, President ...