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MarineMax Posts 13% Revenue Drop in Q3
The Motley Fool· 2025-07-25 05:20
Core Insights - MarineMax reported disappointing fiscal Q3 2025 results, with Non-GAAP EPS of $0.49 falling short of analysts' expectations of $1.17 and revenue of $657.2 million below the anticipated $738.2 million, marking a decline from $757.7 million in the prior year [1][2][5] Financial Performance - Non-GAAP EPS decreased by 67.6% year-over-year from $1.51 to $0.49 [2] - Revenue (GAAP) fell by 13.3% year-over-year from $757.7 million to $657.2 million [2] - Gross margin declined to 30.4%, down 1.6 percentage points from the previous year [2][7] - Adjusted EBITDA dropped by 49.6% year-over-year to $35.5 million from $70.4 million [2] - Same-store sales growth was reported at -9% compared to the prior year [2][5] Business Overview - MarineMax specializes in the sale and service of recreational boats, managing a diverse portfolio that includes premium brands and marina operations [3] - The company is focusing on expanding higher-margin operations, including marinas and superyacht services, to mitigate the impact of retail boat sales fluctuations [4] Operational Challenges - The core retail business faced significant pressure, with new boat sales revenue declining by 12.8% year-over-year [5] - The manufacturing segment reported a revenue drop to $32.2 million, impacted by a $69.1 million goodwill impairment, indicating a reassessment of long-term value [6] Strategic Developments - Despite challenges in retail, the company expanded its IGY Marinas network, opening new locations and securing management contracts [8] - Higher-margin businesses, such as marina operations and superyacht services, provided some offset to retail weaknesses, with strong bookings in European superyacht charters [8] Future Outlook - Management has lowered its adjusted EPS guidance to a range of $0.45 to $0.95 per share, down from $1.40 to $2.40, reflecting a cautious view of industry demand [10] - Adjusted EBITDA expectations were also reduced to $105–$120 million from $140–$170 million [10] - Key factors to monitor include same-store sales recovery, profit margin pressures, and the performance of premium and recurring-revenue businesses [11]