I always wonder what else they could possibly say.
Overall boat sales dropped 14% in 2022, and during the first portion of this year are down another 15%. Brunswick reported their outboard sales are not that far below last year, (EPS of $9.50 versus $10.03), but much of it is because of their larger share of the outboard market, now up to 80% of fresh water and 47% overall US sales, and increased prices.
Overall boat sales are reportedly down to a level not seen since 2014 due to increased prices and interest rates on boat loans.
So, ??