Risk factors

Smith & Wesson Brands (SWBI) risk factors

Item 1A of every Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. 10-K on file, and what changed from one year to the next.

  • FY2026 10-K risk factors

    40 risks, 1 new, 2 dropped, 10 reworded since the prior year. AI is newly identified as a risk to confidential information, intellectual property, decision-making, compliance, and competitiveness.

    Filed Jun 17, 2026
  • FY2025 10-K risk factors

    41 risks. High inflation depresses consumer demand, forcing firearm buyers to trade down or delay purchases. We face severe product liability claims, costly litigation, and potential refusals of service from financial and insurance institutions. Manufacturing operations depend heavily on just four facilities in three locations, exposing us to significant disruption risks.

    Filed Jun 20, 2025