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Sturm, Ruger CEO outlines $15-20M in 2025 restructuring costs; inventory charge of $10-15M in Q2
STURM RUGER & CO INC
- Total 2025 restructuring and repositioning expenses expected to be $15M to $20M, with inventory rationalization charge of $10M to $15M in Q2.
- Organizational realignment expected to cost ~$3M in 2025 but generate ~$4M in annual savings when fully implemented.
- Product repositioning will reduce gross margin for remainder of 2025; partially offset by higher production on Marlin, American Rifle Gen 2, RXM pistol.
- Leadership transition costs of ~$3M expected in 2025, but to phase out over coming quarters.
- Actions largely completed by beginning of 2026; Ruger to be positioned for renewed growth.
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