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Callaway has made a name for itself as a golf world giant with its years of perseverance in the game equipment market. However, their decision to purchase Topgolf has led to multi-dimensional effects. Recently, a post on X highlighted the current situation of Callaway and the possible impact of Topgolf on this projection.
Fans were quick to react to this insightful social media post, which also drew a comparison between the financial situation of Callaway and its competitors. Moreover, it projected Callaway’s Topgolf dream and its Quarter 3 results.
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Is Callaway in the midst of a financial crisis?
Callaway is one of the leaders in the American sports manufacturing business. The giant has multiple branches dealing with different sections of business. The firm owns Topgolf and is legally called Topgolf Callaway Brands Corporation now. Recently, the news of Callaway reporting a matter of concern financially has come forth.
As per the reports, the $2.31 billion giant’s stock is getting hammered, as it is lowering its famous full-year guidance now. It presents a sharp comparison between Callaway’s stock and Acushnet’s stock, which is its competitor in the golf market. Even with that, Callaway plans to invest more in Topgolf.
The tweet read, “Callaway reported financial results this afternoon. The stock is getting hammered after hours – down 18%. Most likely due to Callaway lowering its Full Year Guidance. Callaway’s stock is down 37% YTD – a sharp contrast to Acushnet – up 28% on the year.”
Callaway reported financial results this afternoon.
The stock is getting hammered after hours – down 18%.
Most likely due to Callaway lowering its Full Year Guidance.
Callaway's stock is down 37% YTD – a sharp contrast to Acushnet – up 28% on the year.
Here are some Q3… pic.twitter.com/l9kCGGtGZV
— Jared Doerfler (@DoerflerJared) November 9, 2023
As per the tweet, Callaway is currently planning to open 250 Topgolf locations around the world. However, this would be a big investment due to the current comparative downfall of its stock prices. The question of the source of investment becomes apparent. Fans were quick to react to this latest update.
Fans react to financial issue
The post spurred reactions from golf fans globally. The reactions were a true mix of all colors of the spectrum of curiosity that could possibly emerge in a situation like this. While some fans were quick to pose their queries on the matter, others took to the platform to share their critical analysis and enrich the discussion. Interestingly, fans took the news with some optimism.
There was also a fair share of people looking at this recent update as a booming opportunity to get their investor caps on and start investing in the giant’s stocks. Here are some of the reactions:
One of the fans was quick to point out the downside associated with Topgolf. They pointed out how Topgolf is a drain on wealth. They also described the reality of playing on a Topgolf course.
Top Golf is the biggest waste of money out there. Terrible clubs/balls, overpriced F&D, plus tip.. The games are averages and requires a "membership".
I'd be curious on their average ticket. More of a social and corporate play.
— Trent Oleszczuk (@TrentOly12) November 9, 2023
A fan also brought to attention that it was an interesting sight to witness. They pointed out how the two competitors in golf are moving in completely different directions.
Interesting to see these two companies move in different directions.
Would increasing competition be a reason for this shift?
I’m thinking of all the indoor simulators (granted some are powered by toptracer).
— TJ Magpiong (@TomatoTEEJ) November 9, 2023
Yet another fan used the platform to pose their query. They pointed out the lack of existing Topgolf locations in Canada.
No TopGolf locations in Canada, land of 4 months of winter. Why not?
— Mr. Furious 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇩🇪 (@MoebiusDave) November 9, 2023
A golf enthusiast was quick to give a possible explanation of the recent change in question. They drew a relation of the matter with Callaway’s choice to associate itself with Topgolf.
There is a Topgolf facility in Baltimore that is on the market after just one year of operation. Gotta believe that the hit to Callaway is coming from Topgolf as people start spending less on extras.
— ScottAllanCole (@scottallancole) November 9, 2023
One of the fans was quick to announce the opening of this new opportunity, which has coincided with the outbreak of this recent news.
*buys Callaway stock*
— Colin Landforce 🛠,🛠 (@landforce) November 9, 2023
Another fan quickly analyzed the situation critically. They pointed out how there are two Topgolf venues in their place of living, and how it does not align with the golf market’s demand in that place.
I live in St. Louis and don’t understand having 2 top golf locations. The market just doesn’t seem that big!
— lori schreiner (@lori_schreiner) November 9, 2023
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Adding to the list of smart investors using the outbreak of the recent finance news of Topgolf Callaway Brands Corporation was this other fan.
Sounds like a good time to start buying
— H.E. Pennypacker (@heaubossler) November 9, 2023
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All in all, the fans’ reaction was a mix of recommendations, criticism, apprehensions, as well as forecasts. It was truly interesting to see the world of golf come to its toes to discuss this matter. What do you think about this new deduction? Share your views in the comments section below.
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