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Callaway announced that they will be conducting a full strategic review of Topgolf brands, including alternate business options. 

This comes after same venue sales dropped 8% in quarter two. 

“As we look forward, we remain convinced that Topgolf is a high-quality business with significant future opportunity.  It is transforming the game of golf, and we believe it will deliver substantial growth and financial returns over time.  At the same time, we have been disappointed in our stock performance for some time, as well as the more recent same venue sales performance.  As a result, we are in the process of conducting a full strategic review of Topgolf,” said Chip Brewer, President and Chief Executive Officer of Topgolf Callaway Brands. 

He adds, “This review includes the assessment of organic strategies to return Topgolf to profitable same venue sales growth, as well as inorganic alternatives, including a potential spin of Topgolf.  Our strategic review of Topgolf is being conducted with the help of outside advisors and is focused on maximizing long-term shareholder value. We are active in this work at present and expect to complete our strategic review of Topgolf expeditiously.  We will report back on this when the work is complete.”

There was no timeline given for when the review will be complete. 

Callaway merged with Topgolf in 2021. 

There has since been new venues opening all over the country, including here in Rhode Island. 

Topgolf Rhode Island is coming up on its one-year anniversary this October. 

Topgolf Financials 

To see the full Topgolf financial report, click HERE 

According to the financials, Topgolf’s segment revenue was up 5% to $494 million in quarter two, however, Sports Business Journal notes that was because of additional locations opening. 

Quarterly net revenues were down 2% year-over-year to $1.16 billion, while net income plummeted 47%. 

Callaway’s equipment sales were also down 8%. 

Since August, Callaway’s stock has dropped 30%.