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Malibu Boats Inc(MBUU)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MBUU
10/02/2026: MBUU (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Malibu Boats is a publicly traded designer and manufacturer of premium recreational powerboats, primarily focusing on performance towboats and saltwater fishing vessels. The company has historically maintained strong margins through vertical integration and consistent product innovation, such as its patented wake-shaping technology. Its primary growth strategy revolves around brand expansion and potential acquisitions in the marine industry. However, investors should be aware of significant risks, including high sensitivity to interest rates, economic cyclicality, and potential inventory imbalances in the dealer network. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors who can tolerate volatility, as the company does not typically prioritize dividend income.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers growth potential through market share expansion, but is constrained by the cyclical nature of the boating industry. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock often correlates with economic cycle shifts rather than sustained technical momentum, requiring careful timing. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Malibu Boats often trades at moderate valuation multiples, making it potentially attractive for value-oriented investors during market pullbacks. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not prioritize significant dividend payouts, focusing instead on growth and balance sheet health. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The inherent cyclicality and sensitivity to consumer spending make this a high-volatility investment. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock price is sensitive to cyclical economic shifts and consumer sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation fluctuates based on market expectations of the recreational boating cycle. |
| Competition risk (Marine manufacturers) | Medium / high | The company faces competition from both large diversified marine firms and specialized niche manufacturers. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the company has strong brand recognition, its reliance on a niche luxury market impacts overall quality score. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not rely on this stock for consistent income generation. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successful management of dealer networks and inventory levels is critical to maintaining profitability. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -25.02% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 449.24M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 253.67 | 1Y Target Price 34.56 |
Price to earnings Ratio 253.67 | 1Y Target Price 34.56 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 264.3K shares | Beta 1.15 | 52 Weeks Range 22.20 - 34.97 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 22.20 - 34.97 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.09 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Sport Boats | Sale of towboats under Malibu and Axis brands. | This is the core business; its success depends on watersports popularity. |
| Saltwater Fishing Boats | Sale of boats under Pursuit and Cobalt brands. | This provides diversification into the stable saltwater fishing market. |
| Geography | Primarily North American sales with some international exposure. | US economic health is the primary driver of total revenue. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 253.67 | Forward PE 8.73 | Enterprise Value 552.20M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 |
Enterprise Value 552.20M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.05 | Shares Outstanding 19.68M | Shares Floating 19.03M |
Shares Outstanding 19.68M | Shares Floating 19.03M | ||
Percent Insiders 2.76 | Percent Institutions 96.42 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Malibu Boats Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Loudon, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2014-01-31 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Steven D. Menneto | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Recreational Vehicles | Full time employees 3000 | Website https://www.malibuboats.com |
Full time employees 3000 | Website https://www.malibuboats.com | ||
Malibu Boats, Inc. designs, manufactures, markets, and sells various recreational powerboats. The company operates through four segments: Malibu, Saltwater Fishing, Cobalt, and Saxdor. It provides performance sport boats, and sterndrive, and outboard boats as well as adventure dayboats under the Malibu, Axis, Pursuit, Maverick, Cobia, Pathfinder, Hewes, Saxdor, and Cobalt brand names. The company's products are used for various recreational boating activities, including water sports, such as wakeboarding, water skiing, and wake surfing; and general recreational boating and fishing. It sells its products through independent dealers. Malibu Boats, Inc. was founded in 1982 and is based in Loudon, Tennessee.
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