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Polaris Industries Inc(PII)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$52.81
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PII

10/08/2026: PII (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Polaris Industries Inc is an established manufacturer of powersports vehicles, including off-road vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles, and pontoon boats. The company benefits from a strong brand presence, a vast dealer network, and high-margin revenue from parts and accessories. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the electrification of its vehicle portfolio and expansion in the marine sector. However, the business is sensitive to cyclical consumer spending and intense competition from major industry incumbents, which can create financial volatility. The stock may suit dividend-seeking investors or those seeking a value-oriented exposure to the outdoor recreation market, though monitoring shifts in consumer confidence remains essential.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth depends heavily on economic cycles and successful electrification adoption.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on positive market signals and sustained consumer spending trends.
Value investorStrong fitPolaris often trades at valuations that may appeal to value investors looking for established market leaders.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a consistent history of returning cash to shareholders through dividends.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe cyclical nature of the powersports industry introduces moderate volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highConsumer demand for luxury recreational vehicles fluctuates with the economy.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing can be affected by changes in interest rates and consumer sentiment.
Competition risk (Powersports and Marine)HighStrong incumbents and new entrants continuously challenge market share through product innovation.
Business qualityStrongPolaris maintains a strong brand franchise and a well-established dealer network.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable but subject to board approval and financial performance.
Execution riskMediumIntegrating acquisitions and managing supply chain efficiency is critical to long-term profitability.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 2.07%
Avg. Invested days 31
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
PII receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
PII has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.8%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-520.1%), slightly negative revenue growth (-0.3%), weak profitability (net margin -6.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PII's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 18.9% of revenue). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is PII's strongest growth driver at +8486.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-0.3%, slightly negative) and earnings growth (-520.1%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 91.2% and approximately 94.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.35% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 12.87%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.08%
State Street Corp 4.73%
AQR Capital Management LLC 4.51%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.28%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PII generates approximately $185 of gross profit, $-4 of operating income, and $78 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 12.75%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
PII has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.01B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 71.47
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 71.47
Volume (30-day avg) 840.2K shares
Beta 1.34
52 Weeks Range 46.19 - 77.16
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 46.19 - 77.16
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 5.11%
Basic EPS (TTM) -4.61

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Off-Road VehiclesRanger, RZR, General, and ATV sales.The largest revenue contributor driven by trail and utility vehicle demand.
On-Road VehiclesIndian Motorcycle and Slingshot.Premium vehicle sales targeting enthusiasts.
MarineBennington, Hurricane, and Godfrey boats.A significant segment providing diversification beyond land-based vehicles.
Parts, Garments, and AccessoriesAftermarket upgrades and branded apparel.High-margin secondary revenue stream tied to the core installed vehicle base.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 13.11
Enterprise Value 4.77B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4
Enterprise Value 4.77B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.65
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 46.61
Shares Outstanding 56.90M
Shares Floating 53.48M
Shares Outstanding 56.90M
Shares Floating 53.48M
Percent Insiders 6.35
Percent Institutions 91.25

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Polaris Industries Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Medina, MN, United States
IPO Launch date 1987-08-21
CEO & Director Mr. Michael Todd Speetzen
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Recreational Vehicles
Full time employees 14500
Full time employees 14500

Polaris Inc. designs, engineers, manufactures, and markets powersports vehicles in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Off Road, On Road, and Marine. The company offers off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles and side-by-side vehicles; military and commercial ORVs; snowmobiles; motorcycles; moto-roadsters; quadricycles; and pontoon and deck boats. It also provides source parts, garments, and accessories, such as helmets, jackets, gloves, pants, and hats; and snowmobile accessories comprising covers, traction products, reverse kits, electric starters, tracks, pull-behinds, bags, and windshields, as well as gear and apparel for its snowmobiles consisting of helmets, jackets, goggles, gloves, boots, bibs, pants, and hats. In addition, the company offers ORV accessories, including winches, bumper/brushguards, plows, racks, wheels and tires, cab systems, lighting and audio systems, cargo box accessories, and tracks, as well as replacement parts and lubricants. Further, it provides motorcycle accessories, such as performance enhancements, saddle bags, handlebars, backrests, exhausts, windshields, seats, and various chrome accessories, as well as light duty hauling and passenger vehicles. The company sells its products through dealers and distributors, as well as online. The company was formerly known as Polaris Industries Inc. Polaris Inc. was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Medina, Minnesota.

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