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    ONEW
    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q3 FY26)

    OneWater Marine Q3 FY26 earnings call ONEW

    Jul 30, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    OneWater Marine Inc. Q3 FY26 — Margin Expansion and Debt Reduction Ahead of Schedule

    OneWater Marine delivered solid Q3 FY26 results, marked by significant gross margin expansion and early achievement of its leverage target, despite a challenging retail environment. The company's focus on inventory optimization, cost management, and balance sheet strengthening has positioned it for resilience. Management anticipates continued outperformance relative to the broader marine industry, with structural improvements expected to drive future growth as market conditions improve.

    Highlights

    4

    • Gross profit margin expanded by 70 basis points to 24% in Q3 FY26, driven by favorable product mix and strategic initiatives.

    • Adjusted EBITDA increased to $38 million in Q3 FY26, up from $33 million in the prior year period.

    • Adjusted net leverage improved significantly to 3.7 times trailing 12-month adjusted EBITDA, achieving the year-end target of under 4 times ahead of schedule.

    • SG&A expenses declined by 5% to $87 million in Q3 FY26, reflecting cost reduction actions and expense discipline.

    Concerns

    4

    • Revenue for Q3 FY26 decreased 4% year-over-year to $531 million, with same-store sales down 2%.

    • New boat revenue decreased 2% and pre-owned boat revenue declined 4% in Q3 FY26.

    • Adjusted diluted EPS for Q3 FY26 was $0.73, down from $0.79 in the prior year period.

    • The marine industry is expected to be down high single digits year-over-year for FY26, indicating a challenging retail environment.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Dealership same-store sales
    down low to mid single digits
    high materiality
    High
    Revenue
    $1.75 billion to $1.8 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Adjusted EBITDA
    $68 million to $78 million
    high materiality
    High
    Adjusted diluted EPS
    $0.35 to $0.55
    high materiality
    High
    Adjusted EBITDA headwind
    $2 million
    medium materiality
    High
    Adjusted net leverage target
    under 4 times
    high materiality
    High

    Operational metrics

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    Adjusted diluted EPS
    $0.73down from $0.79 YoY
    Q3 FY26

    Compared to $0.79 in the prior year period.

    Adjusted EBITDA
    $38 millionup from $33 million YoY
    Q3 FY26

    Compared to $33 million in the prior year period.

    Cash and cash equivalents
    $69 million
    Q3 FY26 end

    Balance at the end of the quarter.

    Long-term debt
    $348 million
    Q3 FY26 end

    Balance at the end of the quarter.

    New boat revenue growth
    -2%YoY
    Q3 FY26

    Driven by the impact of strategic brand exits completed during the prior year, partially offset by higher average selling prices this year.

    Pre-owned boat revenue growth
    -4%YoY
    Q3 FY26

    Against a difficult prior year comparison, which saw 18% growth.

    Service parts and other revenue growth
    -13%YoY
    Q3 FY26

    Primarily reflecting the impact of the Ocean Biochem sale. Excluding the impact of the sale, the underlying service parts and other businesses increased year over year.

    Net income
    $12 millionup from $11 million YoY
    Q3 FY26

    Compared to $11 million in the prior year period. Primarily driven by higher income from operation and lower interest expense.

    Diluted EPS
    $0.69up from $0.65 YoY
    Q3 FY26

    Compared to $0.65 per diluted share in the prior year period.

    Sales shift from Palm Beach boat show
    $16 million to $17 millionshifted from Q2 FY26
    Q3 FY26

    Sales that shifted from Q2 to Q3 due to the Palm Beach boat show.

    July comparable sales trend
    flattish to slightly positive
    July 2026

    Management expects July to trend flattish to slightly positive for the month.

    SSI data for industry
    low single digit negative
    recent

    Latest SSI data came out with actually a low single digit negative, getting better.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Sg a OPEX ratiodown slightly% of revenue
    Comparable sales-2%%
    Gross margin drivers24%%
    Net debt to adjusted EBITDA3.7xratio
    Inventory position markdown risk$486 millionUSD

    Deals & partnerships

    1
    Ocean BiochemSale of the Ocean Biochem business

    The sale of Ocean Biochem impacted service parts and other revenue, but proceeds contributed to debt reduction and improved leverage.

    Risks & headwinds

    2
    Challenging retail environmentFY26

    Marine industry expected to be down high single digits year-over-year.

    Mitigation: Focus on profitable growth, disciplined cost management, inventory optimization, and strengthening the balance sheet; company expects to outperform the industry.

    Headwind from Ocean Biochem saleQ4 FY26

    $2 million headwind to adjusted EBITDA

    Mitigation: Proceeds from the sale were used to pay down debt, strengthening the balance sheet.

    What to watch in Q4 FY26

    5

    Dealership same-store sales

    next quarter (Q4 FY26 results)
    Currentdown low to mid single digits (FY26 guidance)
    Targetimprovement towards positive or better than low to mid single digits

    Why it matters

    This metric is a key indicator of retail demand and the company's ability to outperform the broader industry.

    We now expect dealership same source sales to be down low to mid single digits

    Q&A highlights

    2

    What factors are offsetting the muted top-line outlook and driving gross margin expansion, specifically regarding pricing, promotion, and mix?

    Gross margin expansion is largely driven by favorable pricing and product mix, aided by the strategic exit of certain brands in the prior year. The overall industry inventory, especially in premium segments, has normalized, reducing panic selling and contributing to margin stability.

    “Yes, I think it's largely driven by price and mix. You know, we had exiting brands from the prior year that were, you know, weighing in on margins. So that certainly helped, you know, was a tailwind to margins this year.”

    asked by Mitchell Engel · answered by Jack Ezzell

    1 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strategic Priorities and Execution

    OneWater Marine focused on optimizing inventory, expanding margins, and strengthening its balance sheet throughout the year. These actions, while requiring difficult decisions, have positioned the business for stronger long-term performance. The company is starting to see benefits reflected in its results, with gross margin expansion and debt reduction achieved ahead of schedule.

    02

    Retail Environment and Industry Trends

    The retail environment remains challenging across the industry, particularly during the peak selling season. Despite this, boating activity and customer engagement remain healthy, especially within premium brands, indicating underlying demand for the boating lifestyle. The marine industry is projected to be down high single digits year-over-year, but OneWater expects to outperform this trend.

    03

    Inventory Management and Balance Sheet Strength

    The company maintained healthy inventory levels across its dealership network, positioning it to meet demand while preserving financial flexibility. Inventory declined to $486 million, reflecting disciplined management and the impact of the Ocean Biochem sale. Long-term debt was reduced to $348 million, and adjusted net leverage improved to 3.7 times, ahead of the year-end target.

    04

    Impact of Ocean Biochem Divestiture

    The sale of Ocean Biochem impacted reported service parts and other revenue, which declined 13%. However, excluding this impact, the underlying distribution business delivered year-over-year growth. The proceeds from the sale were used to pay down debt, contributing to the improved leverage ratio. A $2 million headwind to adjusted EBITDA is anticipated in Q4 FY26 due to this divestiture.

    05

    July Sales Trends

    Management noted that July sales are trending positive, with expectations for a flattish to slightly positive comparable sales for the month. This indicates a potential stabilization or slight improvement in market conditions, with the latest SSI data showing low single-digit negative trends, an improvement from previous periods.

    AI-generated summary of the company’s earnings call. Not investment advice.