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| Our business performed well during the first quarter, as we delivered better-than-expected results, despite continuing macroeconomic and demand uncertainty |
| In addition, MasterCraft continues to set the pace by offering the most wave adjustability exceptional handcrafted quality and unmatched comfort |
| Our balance sheet positions us exceptionally well and provides us with ample financial flexibility to ensure sound operations through the business cycle and the ability to fund strategic growth initiatives |
| As we move beyond inventory rebalancing, we are confident in our ability to leverage our portfolio of strong brands, deliver on our commitments, pursue long-term growth opportunities and generate exceptional shareholder returns |
| Given the uncertain environment, our strong balance sheet is a significant advantage which provides us with abundant financial flexibility |
| Despite the cyclical headwinds facing the industry, we are well positioned to pursue our capital allocation priorities, including investment in long-term growth |
| We continue to prudently invest in targeted initiatives that will take advantage of the industry's positive underlying secular trends |
| We are proud to announce that the campaign was very successful, and in addition to individual employee contributions the company donated $75,000 to St |
| As we focus on rebalancing dealer inventories, our business performed well during the first quarter by delivering better-than-expected results |
| A strong balance sheet provides us with the financial flexibility and affords us the opportunity to pursue our strategic growth initiatives |
| Because of the uncertainty and the impact of elevated interest rates on consumer demand and floor plan financing costs, this disciplined approach to inventory management will benefit the long-term health of our dealer partners and our business |
| Our balance sheet remains incredibly strong, as we ended the year with nearly $190 million of total liquidity, including $90 million of cash and short-term investments and $100 million of availability under our revolving credit facility |
| During the quarter, Aviara was focused on the introduction of the all-new AV28 which has been incredibly well received by our dealer partners |
| Although our guidance reflects a significant decline in earnings from fiscal 2023, we expect to generate positive free cash flow which is a testament to our flexible highly variable cost structure and proactive cost control efforts |
| It's been extremely well-received and we're phasing back on the legacy products at this point in time to really get the 28 going |
| While dealer inventories are currently higher than we consider optimal, we expect levels to improve by the end of the fiscal year |
| We look forward to making boating better and maintaining our company's position at the forefront of the marine industry |
| There's tremendous demand for that |
| These investments will support long-term growth and value creation through product line expansion, relentless innovation and an unyielding focus on the consumer |
| The aggressive features of the Icon package broaden the NXT's consumer base by appealing to those seeking to make a bolder statement |
| The MasterCraft brand surpassed $4 million without a lost time incident and we implemented employee engagement initiatives to reinforce our commitment to human capital |
| We expect to continue to return cash to shareholders, while prioritizing financial flexibility and high return investments in a business that generate growth and long-term shareholder value |
| But once again given the programs we have in place and our expectation to work that down over the remainder of the year, we feel reasonably comfortable |
| Elevated interest rates have severely impacted the pontoon category in the near term although we remain optimistic about the long-term secular growth trends |
| So we're making some progress in correcting our dealer inventory |
| The Icon package complements MasterCraft's extensive model year 2024 lineup which includes the most models available from any brand in the ski/wake category |
| Our goal through this partnership is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families across the country |
| These cumulative repurchases provided a 12% benefit to our fiscal first quarter adjusted net income per share |
| Over the past 24 months, we've returned more than $54 million of excess cash to our shareholders through our share repurchase program |
| Our experienced supply chain team worked diligently with supplier partners to alleviate constraints and support production, and are now focused on cost reduction |
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| At our MasterCraft brand net sales were $75.8 million for the quarter down 33% from the record prior year period |
| At Crest net sales were $18.5 million for the quarter down 58% from the prior year period as expected |
| At Aviara net sales were $9.9 million for the quarter down 23% compared to the prior year period |
| For the quarter, our gross margin was 21% a decrease of 610 basis points when compared to the prior year period |
| Focusing on the topline net sales for the quarter were $104.2 million a decrease of $65.3 million or 39% from the record prior year period |
| Macroeconomic factors including interest rates which could remain elevated for some time are adversely impacting the demand for recreational boats and other luxury consumer goods |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin was 11.7%, down 950 basis points from 21.2% in the prior year period |
| Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $12.2 million for the quarter compared to $35.9 million in the prior year period |
| Lower margins were mainly due to deleveraging on lower production volumes increased dealer incentives and higher input costs partially offset by price increases |
| Dealers are cautious to add inventory, as they focus on destocking prior year models ahead of the 2024 boat show and summer selling seasons |
| The potential for a broader economic downturn during fiscal 2024 could worsen this headwind for the industry |
| And I would say the heaviest inventory is in the pontoon category, which was the most severely impacted from a demand standpoint |
| And then on the Aviara with the launch of the AV28 line and obviously production or shipments year-over-year were down somewhat a result of that |
| The decrease in net sales, was in line with our expectations given the planned production decrease to rebalance dealer inventories to lower retail demand |
| In addition, political and geopolitical risks are creating uncertainties that weigh on consumer confidence |
| Operating expenses were $13.3 million for the quarter down, nearly $500000 from the prior year |
| Adjusted net income for the year decreased to $8.1 million or $0.47 per diluted share computed using a revised lower estimated annual effective tax rate of 22% due to continuing investments that yield R&D tax credits |
| This decrease was primarily due to lower unit volumes and increased dealer incentives partially offset by increased prices |
| So for FY 2024 we expect Aviara ASPs to be down mid single – sorry, mid-20% range for the year |
| It will drive those ASPs down for Aviara |
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