Core Insights - THOR Industries, Inc. has retired its previous share repurchase authorization and approved a new $400 million plan to buy back shares, aiming to leverage its strong cash position amid low stock prices [6][10] - The company and its industry peers have experienced declines in stock performance year-to-date, with THOR down 9.2%, while Patrick Industries has seen a rise of 9.7% [1] Financial Performance - THOR's forward 12-month price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is 0.47, indicating it is undervalued compared to the industry average of 0.67 [5] - The company expects its consolidated gross profit margin for fiscal 2025 to be between 13.8% and 14.5%, down from 14.5% in fiscal 2024 [11] - SG&A expenses are projected to rise to approximately 9.5% of net sales for fiscal 2025, up from 8.9% in fiscal 2024, due to investments in automation and innovation [13] Market Position and Strategy - Strategic acquisitions, including EHG and TiffinHomes, have strengthened THOR's market position and expanded its product portfolio, making it the largest RV manufacturer globally [7] - The company is diversifying its revenue streams through initiatives like RV Partfinder, which aims to enhance customer and dealer experiences [8] - THOR has implemented sourcing strategies to mitigate tariff impacts by sourcing a significant portion of raw materials domestically [9] Challenges - The company faces margin pressures from weak demand and higher operating costs, particularly in the North American Motorized and European segments [11][15] - A decline in order backlog has been noted, with reductions of 14.4% in North American Towable, 4.5% in North American Motorized, and 30.6% in European units year-over-year as of April 30, 2025 [12][15] Conclusion - While THOR's new share repurchase authorization reflects a strong financial position, the current market conditions suggest a cautious approach for new investors [14][16]

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