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Fiscal 2024 Revenue: Increased approximately 2% to $2.4 billion.
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Comparable Store Sales: Increased by 1%.
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Fourth Quarter Revenue: Approximately $563 million, reflecting a 5% decline in same-store sales.
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Gross Margin: Maintained at 34% in the fourth quarter.
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Adjusted SG&A Expenses: Declined by more than $5 million in the fourth quarter.
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Adjusted Net Income (Q4): $5.5 million or $0.24 per diluted share.
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Adjusted Net Income (Full Year): $49.1 million or $2.13 per diluted share.
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Adjusted EBITDA (Q4): $33.5 million.
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Adjusted EBITDA (Full Year): $160.2 million.
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Cash and Cash Equivalents: Over $224 million at year end.
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Debt-to-EBITDA Ratio: About one times, net of cash.
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Inventory Levels: Comparable unit inventories are roughly 30% below 2019 levels.
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Guidance for Fiscal 2025: Adjusted EBITDA expected in the range of $150 million to $180 million; adjusted net income expected in the range of $1.80 to $2.80 per diluted share.
Release Date: October 31, 2024
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
Positive Points
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MarineMax Inc (NYSE:HZO) achieved a 2% increase in fiscal 2024 revenue, reaching $2.4 billion, despite industry challenges.
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The company maintained a strong gross margin of 34% in the fourth quarter, highlighting the performance of higher-margin businesses.
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MarineMax Inc (NYSE:HZO) successfully implemented cost reduction initiatives, reducing SG&A expenses by over $5 million in the fourth quarter.
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The company continues to expand its portfolio with strategic acquisitions, such as the rights to the Aviara brand and the appointment of a new CEO for IGY.
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MarineMax Inc (NYSE:HZO) has a strong financial position with over $224 million in cash and cash equivalents and a debt-to-EBITDA ratio of about one times.
Negative Points
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Hurricanes Helene and Milton significantly impacted MarineMax Inc (NYSE:HZO)'s operations, particularly in Florida, leading to a 5% decline in same-store sales in the fourth quarter.
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The closure of boat and yacht insurance markets due to the hurricanes affected revenue, which was down to approximately $563 million in the fourth quarter.
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The company faces elevated inventory levels, which could pressure margins as they work to align with market trends.
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MarineMax Inc (NYSE:HZO) anticipates continued pressure on boat margins due to industry-wide inventory challenges and promotional activities.
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The impact of hurricanes on the West Coast of Florida and the Southeast is expected to affect business in these important markets, with potential negative comps in the December quarter.