Brunswick Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
Brunswick's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -39%, while the Leisure industry saw earnings declining at 12% annually. Revenues have been declining at an average rate of 2.1% per year.
Key information
-38.97%
Earnings growth rate
-37.19%
EPS growth rate
| Leisure Industry Growth | 16.88% |
| Revenue growth rate | -2.08% |
| Return on equity | -8.44% |
| Net Margin | -2.45% |
| Last Earnings Update | 04 Apr 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 07
Brunswick: Despite Management's Confidence, Caution Is Needed
Summary Brunswick Corporation remains rated 'Hold' due to economic concerns, despite recent share price declines and modestly positive Q1 2026 results. BC's revenue rose 12.8% year-over-year, driven by strong Propulsion segment growth and market share gains, though profitability was mixed across segments. Management continues to invest in innovation, retire debt, and increase dividends but faces incremental tariff costs and softening retail demand. Valuation is not compelling relative to peers, and macroeconomic headwinds temper optimism despite operational improvements and ongoing capital returns. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 01
BC: Analyst Day And Tuck In Acquisitions Will Support Long Term Upside
Analysts have slightly lifted their price target on Brunswick to $89.88 from $88.71, citing updated assumptions around fair value and forward P/E that fine tune their valuation models rather than reflecting a major shift in the underlying outlook. What's in the News Brunswick is scheduled to host an Analyst/Investor Day, providing a closer look at management priorities, capital allocation, and business segment focus (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 17
BC: Buybacks And Tuck In Acquisitions Will Support Long Term Upside
Analysts have revised their price target on Brunswick to $88.71. This reflects updated views on the company’s discount rate, revenue growth outlook, profit margin profile, and expected future P/E.
Narrative Update • Apr 03
BC: CES Tech, Capital Returns And Tuck In Deals Will Shape Fair Outlook
Analysts now set a Brunswick price target of $74, up $1 from $73, citing updated assumptions for slightly higher revenue growth, profit margins, and a modestly lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News Brunswick is evaluating smaller acquisition "tuck ins," with a focus on expanding Freedom Boat Club corporate locations, while not planning any large acquisitions in the near term (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 20
BC: ACES Technology And Buybacks Will Support Stronger Long Term Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Brunswick slightly higher to $88.71, reflecting modest tweaks to fair value estimates, discount rate assumptions, and future P/E expectations. What’s in the News Brunswick is evaluating smaller tuck in acquisitions after converting certain Freedom Boat Club franchises into corporate locations.Narrative Update • Mar 05
BC: CES Tech, Capital Returns And Tuck In Deals Will Support Fair Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target on Brunswick from $68.00 to $73.00, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and a slightly higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Brunswick's CEO said the company is evaluating smaller tuck in acquisitions, including additional Freedom Boat Club franchise conversions to corporate locations, and does not expect large acquisitions in the near term (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Feb 19
BC: ACES Tech Showcase And Capital Returns Will Support Balanced Outlook
Analysts now see Brunswick's fair value at about $88, up from roughly $80, reflecting updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. What's in the News The board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share on Brunswick common stock, payable on March 13, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 23, 2026 (company announcement).Analysis Article • Feb 15
Brunswick's (NYSE:BC) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
Brunswick Corporation ( NYSE:BC ) has announced that it will be increasing its periodic dividend on the 13th of March...
Narrative Update • Feb 05
BC: CES Marine Technology Push Will Drive Stronger Long Term Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on Brunswick, increasing their fair value estimate to $110.62 from $86.51 as they update their assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E. What's in the News From September 28, 2025 to December 31, 2025, Brunswick repurchased 1,180,594 shares, about 1.81% of its shares, for US$80 million under its existing buyback program (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 22
BC: Marine Tech Push At CES Will Justify Limited Upside
Analysts now estimate Brunswick's fair value at $68, up from $51, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate, and a modestly higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Brunswick is returning to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) with what it describes as its most comprehensive marine technology display to date, centered on its ACES strategy focused on Autonomous or Assisted, Connected, Electrified and Shared solutions.Narrative Update • Jan 08
BC: ACES Technology Rollout And Share Buybacks Will Support Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted their price target on Brunswick to about $80 from roughly $75. This reflects updated assumptions around a slightly lower discount rate, modestly different revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and a higher future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Dec 25
BC: Capacity Expansion To 20MW Will Support Margins Amid Mixed Demand And Rate Risks
Analysts have nudged their price target on Brunswick fractionally lower to about $75.41 from roughly $75.50, reflecting slightly more conservative discount rate and valuation multiple assumptions, while maintaining broadly unchanged expectations for growth and margins. Analyst Commentary Analysts highlight that the modest trim to the target price still embeds confidence in Brunswick’s fundamental trajectory, with the updated valuation framework primarily reflecting macro and rate-driven adjustments rather than a deterioration in company-specific outlook.Narrative Update • Dec 11
BC: Capacity Expansion To 20MW Will Support Margins Amid Balanced Demand Risks
Analysts have nudged their price target on Brunswick modestly higher to reflect a slightly lower discount rate, a small uptick in expected revenue growth and profit margins, and a marginally higher future P/E multiple. Taken together, these factors support an increase of roughly $1 in fair value to about $75.50.Narrative Update • Nov 26
BC: Ongoing Capacity Expansion To 20MW Will Support Margin And Earnings Stability
Analysts have reiterated Brunswick’s price target at $74.53, citing ongoing confidence in the company’s steady profit margin and growth outlook, despite minor adjustments to key forecast assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research provides a detailed perspective on factors shaping the outlook for Brunswick.Narrative Update • Nov 08
BC: Continued Revenue Expansion And Manufacturing Investments Will Drive Earnings Recovery
Brunswick's analyst price target has been revised upward from $71.20 to $74.53. Analysts cited stronger revenue growth expectations and a higher future P/E multiple, despite a modestly higher discount rate and lower profit margins.Narrative Update • Oct 24
Autonomous Marine Technology And New Market Opportunities Will Shape Long-Term Success
Analysts have raised their price target for Brunswick from $66.47 to $71.20, citing improvements in profit margin projections and a lower discount rate as key factors behind the upward revision. Analyst Commentary Analysts recently shared detailed perspectives on Brunswick's prospects, reflecting on the company's valuation, strategy, and broader industry trends.Narrative Update • Sep 24
Digital Boating And Global Expansion Will Fuel Enduring Strength
Brunswick's fair value assessment saw only a marginal increase, as both its forward P/E ratio and revenue growth forecasts remained virtually unchanged, resulting in a minor uptick in the analyst price target from $66.00 to $66.47. What's in the News Brunswick is investing $5 million in capital improvements across Tennessee and Florida facilities, creating over 200 manufacturing jobs and enhancing multi-brand production capabilities.Analysis Article • Aug 25
Brunswick (NYSE:BC) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Aug 07
There May Be Reason For Hope In Brunswick's (NYSE:BC) Disappointing Earnings
NYSE:BC 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Brunswick's Fair Values from the Community and select yours The most...Analysis Article • Jun 23
Is It Time To Consider Buying Brunswick Corporation (NYSE:BC)?
Brunswick Corporation ( NYSE:BC ), might not be a large cap stock, but it led the NYSE gainers with a relatively large...Analysis Article • May 14
Is Brunswick (NYSE:BC) Using Too Much Debt?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Seeking Alpha • Apr 29
Brunswick: Rating Downgrade On Poor Fundamentals And Macro Conditions
Summary I am downgrading Brunswick Corporation stock to a sell due to deteriorating fundamentals, worsening macro conditions, and significant tariff risks impacting earnings. BC’s 1Q25 results showed a 10.5% y/y decline in net sales, severe margin compression, and lowered FY25 guidance, indicating management's concerns. Tariffs could add $100-$125 million in costs, with mitigation measures uncertain, posing a high risk of BC missing its updated guidance. Entry-level product demand is weakening, and margin pressures are worsening, suggesting BC's earnings power will remain depressed in the near term. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 15
Minimal Direct U.S. Tariff Impact For Brunswick; Hold Your Nose And Buy 5-Year Lows
Summary Brunswick Corp.'s stock has dropped significantly, and I've moved from a Sell to a Hold and finally to a Buy after the fallout from the Trump Administration's tariff experiments. With Brunswick being primarily a U.S. manufacturer whose clients are mostly in America, the direct tariff impacts here are fairly limited. Additionally, any continuation of U.S. Dollar weakness would present a tailwind for the company. The company generates very healthy operating cash flows, and can use these to reduce net debt or for share buybacks at low prices. Ultimately, boating won't be out of favor forever, and I believe now is the time to dip your toes into Brunswick equity. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 09
Brunswick: Still No Signs Of Demand Recovery
Summary My hold rating on Brunswick Corporation remains due to unclear growth recovery and worsening near-term outlook, despite some positive signals from boat shows. 4Q24 results showed significant demand weakness, with revenue down 15.2% y/y and deteriorating margins, indicating ongoing challenges in the US marine market. 1Q25 guidance predicts a 16% y/y revenue decline and margin compression, with tariffs and FX headwinds exacerbating the difficult environment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 07
Brunswick Looks Like A Shaky Boat Near 4-Year Lows
Summary Brunswick Corp. is struggling despite a strong economy, raising concerns about how it might fare alongside any deterioration. The company is simultaneously experiencing material erosion in sales and margins. While some recovery in its Propulsion (Engines) segment may be overdue, it may not change the long-term trend. Brunswick stock looks like a classic value trap near 4-year lows. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 25
Brunswick Corporation: Valuation Is Pricing A Recovery Next Year
Summary I maintain a hold rating for Brunswick Corporation due to the lack of demand recovery and weak market conditions. 3Q24 results were disappointing, with revenue and EPS falling below consensus estimates, driven by significant declines in boat and propulsion segments. The FY25 EPS guide is conservative, but the market is pricing in a recovery that may not materialize, posing downside risks. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 30
Strategic Inventory And Diverse Revenue Streams Set To Propel Future Growth
Brunswick's strategic inventory management and focus on maintaining a fresh portfolio with current models are poised to positively impact future revenue.Seeking Alpha • Aug 09
Brunswick: No Confidence On Near-Term Performance, Hold
Summary 2Q24 results were disappointing, with total sales falling 15% below guidance, driven by Boat and Propulsion segment declines. The weak demand environment expected to persist, with management revising FY24 EPS guidance downward. Uncertainty in near-term performance, with potential for stock to move up if a rate cut ignites demand recovery or down if demand weakness continues. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Brunswick makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Apr 26 | 5,519 | -135 | 936 | 177 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 5,363 | -136 | 902 | 169 |
| 27 Sep 25 | 5,184 | -226 | 872 | 163 |
| 28 Jun 25 | 5,097 | 56 | 837 | 161 |
| 29 Mar 25 | 5,094 | 101 | 803 | 162 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 5,237 | 149 | 798 | 170 |
| 28 Sep 24 | 5,444 | 292 | 808 | 173 |
| 29 Jun 24 | 5,764 | 358 | 815 | 176 |
| 30 Mar 24 | 6,023 | 389 | 848 | 182 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 6,401 | 433 | 856 | 185 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 6,622 | 502 | 835 | 194 |
| 01 Jul 23 | 6,727 | 556 | 835 | 199 |
| 01 Apr 23 | 6,860 | 620 | 827 | 200 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 6,812 | 681 | 811 | 203 |
| 01 Oct 22 | 6,661 | 643 | 813 | 199 |
| 02 Jul 22 | 6,390 | 619 | 793 | 185 |
| 02 Apr 22 | 6,109 | 600 | 759 | 172 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 5,846 | 595 | 717 | 155 |
| 02 Oct 21 | 5,576 | 589 | 678 | 145 |
| 03 Jul 21 | 5,382 | 582 | 664 | 141 |
| 03 Apr 21 | 4,815 | 473 | 609 | 131 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 4,348 | 375 | 574 | 126 |
| 26 Sep 20 | 4,104 | 354 | 544 | 118 |
| 27 Jun 20 | 3,848 | -16 | 508 | 116 |
| 28 Mar 20 | 4,023 | 25 | 516 | 122 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 4,108 | 30 | 540 | 122 |
| 28 Sep 19 | 4,152 | 2 | 515 | 122 |
| 29 Jun 19 | 4,219 | 310 | 532 | 121 |
| 30 Mar 19 | 4,205 | 266 | 527 | 120 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 4,121 | 253 | 510 | 122 |
| 29 Sep 18 | 4,342 | 90 | 523 | 130 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 4,439 | 94 | 556 | 136 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 4,643 | 145 | 591 | 140 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 3,802 | 101 | 468 | 112 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 4,402 | 279 | 600 | 135 |
| 01 Jul 17 | 4,354 | 286 | 585 | 134 |
| 01 Apr 17 | 4,244 | 274 | 582 | 133 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 4,489 | 274 | 598 | 139 |
| 01 Oct 16 | 4,392 | 248 | 600 | 138 |
| 02 Jul 16 | 4,291 | 235 | 585 | 134 |
| 02 Apr 16 | 4,190 | 234 | 570 | 130 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 3,780 | 231 | 528 | 114 |
| 03 Oct 15 | 4,058 | 234 | 568 | 126 |
| 04 Jul 15 | 3,998 | 223 | 567 | 125 |
Quality Earnings: BC is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: BC is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: BC is unprofitable, and losses have increased over the past 5 years at a rate of 39% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare BC's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: BC is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Leisure industry (-24.5%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: BC has a negative Return on Equity (-8.44%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 09:55 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/04/04 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Brunswick Corporation is covered by 27 analysts. 20 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Craig Kennison | Baird |
| Michael Albanese | Benchmark Company |
| Tristan Thomas-Martin | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |