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Brunswick (BC)
NYSE:BC
Earnings Data
Report Date
Apr 23, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.47Last Year’s EPS
0.56Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 14 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Overall the call conveys a broadly positive outlook: Brunswick finished 2025 ahead of recent expectations with revenue growth, strong free cash flow ($442M, +56% YoY), margin expansion in several segments, market-share gains (notably Mercury), product momentum and tangible capital deployment (debt retirement, buybacks, dividend increase). Key near-term negatives are tariff-related costs (~$75M in 2025 and an incremental $35–45M expected in 2026), the reinstatement timing of variable compensation (>$100M cash paid in 2026), and lingering first-half 2025 retail volatility and industry inventory pockets. Management’s 2026 guidance, product pipeline, low dealer inventories, and anticipated rate tailwinds support a positive stance despite tariff and near-term investment headwinds.Company Guidance
Full-Year Revenue Growth
Net sales of $5.4 billion in 2025, up 2% year-over-year, marking full-year sales growth for the first time in three years.
Strong Free Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Actions
Generated $442 million of free cash flow in 2025 (up 56% YoY), repurchased $80 million of shares, increased the dividend, retired approximately $240 million of debt, and ended the year with $1.3 billion in liquidity.
Q4 Consolidated Outperformance
Fourth-quarter consolidated sales up 16% and Q4 earnings improved 41% versus prior year, with all segments growing revenue in the quarter.
Propulsion and Outboard Leadership
Propulsion sales up ~23% in the quarter (outboard up as much as 26% called out later), Mercury finished the year with ~47% U.S. retail outboard share, gained 70 basis points in H2, and recorded wholesale share acceleration (up over 400 bps in the quarter and ~900 bps in December).
Recurring Revenue and Aftermarket Strength
Engine parts & accessories (P&A) sales up 15% in Q4; recurring revenue businesses represented ~60% of earnings for the year, helping drive cash generation and resilience.
Boat Segment Recovery and Margin Expansion
Boat segment Q4 sales up 11% with adjusted operating margin expansion of ~290 basis points in the quarter; discounting levels improved ~100 basis points year-over-year.
Navico Group Improvement
Navico Group revenue up 4% in Q4 with operating margin expansion of ~180 basis points due to product refresh and cost actions; launched Connected Solutions and SIMRAD AutoCaptain integrations.
Dealer Pipelines and Order Backlog
Global boat pipelines reduced by ~2,200 units year-over-year; U.S. outboard pipelines down ~10%; year-end global boat order backlog at 79% of Q1 wholesale forecast, up 13 percentage points versus prior year.
2026 Guidance and Capital Priorities
Initial 2026 guidance: revenue $5.6–$5.8 billion, adjusted EPS $3.8–$4.4, expected adjusted operating margin improvement, free cash flow > $350 million (≥125% conversion), and planned debt retirements of at least $160 million in 2026 (total ~$400M across 2025–26).
Product & Market Recognition
Multiple product launches and awards (Mercury 808 concept, Sea Ray SLX360 at CES, SIMRAD AutoCaptain CES pick award, Fort Lauderdale premium brand revenue +15% at show, Mercury outboard share 61% at Fort Lauderdale, multiple boat model awards, and named to Forbes America's Best Companies list).
BC Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
BC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 29, 2026 | $84.17 | $80.62 | -4.22% |
Apr 24, 2025 | $44.32 | $46.84 | +5.69% |
Jan 30, 2025 | $66.28 | $67.12 | +1.27% |
Oct 24, 2024 | $74.48 | $77.33 | +3.83% |
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FAQ
When does Brunswick (BC) report earnings?
Brunswick (BC) is schdueled to report earning on Apr 23, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Brunswick (BC) earnings time?
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What is BC EPS forecast?
BC EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.47.