MarineMax Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2016 Results

MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE:HZO), the nation’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, today announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 30, 2016.

For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2016, the Company produced revenue growth of over 25% to $942.1 million compared to $751.4 million in fiscal 2015. Same-store sales increased over 22% for the second consecutive year. Pretax earnings for fiscal 2016 were $34.8 million compared to $20.9 million last year. Included in fiscal 2015 pretax earnings was a $1.6 million gain from the sale of real estate, or $0.06 per diluted share. Absent such gain, the Company’s pretax earnings grew more than 80% in fiscal 2016 to $34.8 million from $19.3 million. Net income for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2016, was $22.6 million, or $0.91 per diluted share, compared to $48.3 million, or $1.92 per diluted share in the prior year. Included in fiscal 2016 is a deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversal of $1.1 million net, or $0.04 per diluted share. Similarly, included in fiscal 2015, is a deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversal of $27.4 million net, or $1.09 per diluted share. Both of these valuation allowance reversals are recorded as a benefit in the Company’s income tax provision in their respective years.

Excluding the deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversals in both periods and the real estate gain in fiscal 2015, and applying a pro forma tax provision to fiscal 2015, the Company’s comparable non-GAAP diluted earnings per share rose more than 85% to $0.87 per diluted share in fiscal 2016 from $0.47 per diluted share last year.

For the quarter ended September 30, 2016, revenue grew more than 20% to $227.3 million from $189.3 million for the comparable quarter last year. Same-store sales for the quarter increased over 12%, on top of 17% growth for the comparable period last year. Pretax earnings increased approximately 15% for the quarter ended September 30, 2016 to $6.3 million from $5.4 million last year. Net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2016, was $5.6 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, compared to $32.8 million, or $1.32 per diluted share in the comparable period last year. Included in the quarter ended September 30, 2016 is a deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversal of $1.1 million net, or $0.04 per diluted share. Similarly, included in the comparable period last year, is a deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversal of $27.4 million net, or $1.10 per diluted share.

Excluding the deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversals in both periods, and applying a pro forma tax provision to the quarter ended September 30, 2015, the Company’s comparable non-GAAP diluted earnings per share rose more than 38% to $0.18 per diluted share in the quarter ended September 30, 2016 from $0.13 per diluted share in the comparable period last year.

William H. McGill, Jr., Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Fiscal 2016 was marked by consistent strong sales and sustained positive trends in the marine industry. Overall, our team produced impressive comparable earnings per share growth of more than 85%, driven by our second consecutive year of 22% same-store sales growth plus the positive benefits derived from the strategic Russo Marine acquisition which was completed during the year. While we produced excellent results for the year, our fourth quarter experienced gross margin pressure as we more aggressively positioned our inventory for the winter season and the expected continued rollout of new models from our manufacturing partners. This coupled with the timing of several boat shows, which moved from October to September, shifting costs into the quarter, impacted our final results.”

Mr. McGill continued, “Current trends in the industry remain strong, as evidenced by our increasing sales backlog, the enthusiasm we are experiencing in our showrooms, growing crowds at boat shows, and attendance at our Getaways events. Along with the past few years of sustained sales and earnings growth, these trends provide us with confidence that for fiscal 2017, we are well positioned to capture additional market share and earnings growth as the industry recovery continues. With the highest tangible net worth in our history, the right inventory, a committed and proven team, coupled with the ongoing excitement that new models and technology are generating, MarineMax is ready to build upon our past successes as we strive to grow long term value for our shareholders."

2017 Guidance

Based on current business conditions, retail trends and other factors, the Company currently expects fully taxed earnings per diluted share to be in the range of $1.04 to $1.14 for fiscal 2017. This compares to a non-GAAP adjusted, but fully taxed, diluted earnings per share of $0.87 in fiscal 2016 and $0.47 in fiscal 2015. The adjustments to 2016 are the removal of the deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversal noted above. The adjustments to 2015 are the removal of the deferred tax asset valuation allowance reversal noted above, the gain as noted above and a pro forma income tax provision being provided. These expectations do not take into account, or give effect for, material acquisitions that may be completed by the Company during the fiscal year or other unforeseen events.

About MarineMax

Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, MarineMax is the nation’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer. Focused on premium brands, such as Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Meridian, Hatteras, Azimut Yachts, Ocean Alexander, Galeon, Grady-White, Harris, Crest, Scout, Sailfish, Sea Pro, Scarab Jet Boats, Aquila, and Nautique, MarineMax sells new and used recreational boats and related marine products and services as well as provides yacht brokerage and charter services. MarineMax currently has 56 retail locations in Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, and Texas and operates MarineMax Vacations in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. MarineMax is a New York Stock Exchange-listed company. For more information, please visit www.marinemax.com.

Forward Looking Statement

Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include the Company's anticipated financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended September 30, 2016; the Company’s confidence that it is well positioned for fiscal 2017 to capture additional market share and earnings growth as the industry recovery continues; the readiness of the Company to build upon its past success as it strives to build long term value for its shareholder and the Company's fiscal 2017 guidance. These statements are based on current expectations, forecasts, risks, uncertainties and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations as of the date of this release. These risks, assumptions and uncertainties include the Company’s abilities to reduce inventory, manage expenses and accomplish its goals and strategies, the quality of the new product offerings from the Company's manufacturing partners, general economic conditions, as well as those within our industry, the level of consumer spending, the Company’s ability to integrate acquisitions into existing operations, the continued recovery of the industry, and numerous other factors identified in the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2015 and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

MarineMax, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

 (Amounts in thousands, except share and per share data)

 (Unaudited)

Three Months Ended
September 30,
Fiscal Year Ended
September 30,
2016201520162015
Revenue $ 227,355 $ 189,252 $ 942,050 $ 751,370
Cost of sales 170,870 141,180 716,022 566,603
Gross profit 56,485 48,072 226,028 184,767
Selling, general, and administrative expenses 49,041 41,734 185,776 159,435
Income from operations 7,444 6,338 40,252 25,332
Interest expense 1,180 914 5,462 4,454
Income before income tax provision (benefit) 6,264 5,424 34,790 20,878
Income tax provision (benefit) 678 (27,414 ) 12,208 (27,414 )
Net income $ 5,586 $ 32,838 $ 22,582 $ 48,292
Basic net income per common share $ 0.23 $ 1.35 $ 0.93 $ 1.97
Diluted net income per common share $ 0.22 $ 1.32 $ 0.91 $ 1.92
Weighted average number of common shares used in computing net income per common share:
Basic 24,288,130 24,391,776 24,203,947 24,466,243
Diluted 25,010,193 24,883,360 24,820,847 25,102,289

Supplemental Information – Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures

Net income $ 5,586 $ 32,838 $ 22,582 $ 48,292
Less valuation allowance reversal on deferred tax assets, net (1,056 ) (27,414 ) (1,056 ) (27,414 )
Gain on sale of property, net (1,628 )
Pro forma income tax provision (2,115 ) (7,508 )
Adjusted net income 4,530 $ 3,309 $ 21,526 $ 11,742
Diluted net income per common share $ 0.22 $ 1.32 $ 0.91 $ 1.92
Less valuation allowance reversal on deferred tax assets, net (0.04 ) (1.10 ) (0.04 ) (1.09 )
Gain on sale of property, net (0.06 )
Pro forma income tax provision (0.09 ) (0.30 )
Adjusted diluted net income per common share $ 0.18 $ 0.13 $ 0.87 $ 0.47

MarineMax, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(Amounts in thousands)

(Unaudited)

September 30,
2016
September 30,
2015
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 38,585 $ 32,611
Accounts receivable, net 24,583 18,474
Inventories, net 321,978 273,875
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 5,965 10,845
Total current assets 391,111 335,805
Property and equipment, net 121,353 98,987
Other long-term assets, net 13,149 5,313
Deferred tax assets, net 21,075 27,517
Total assets $ 546,688 $ 467,622
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable $ 9,597 $ 13,510
Customer deposits 30,129 12,731
Accrued expenses 25,603 19,964
Short-term borrowings 166,550 137,186
Total current liabilities 231,879 183,391
Long-term liabilities 2,336 586
Total liabilities 234,215 183,977
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Preferred stock
Common stock 26 26
Additional paid-in capital 241,058 234,478
Retained earnings 103,212 75,433
Treasury stock (31,823 ) (26,292 )
Total stockholders’ equity 312,473 283,645
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity 546,688 467,622

Contacts:

MarineMax, Inc.
Michael H. McLamb, Chief Financial Officer
Abbey Heimensen, Public Relations
727-531-1700
or
ICR, LLC
Brad Cohen, 203-682-8211
bcohen@icrinc.com

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