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Investing.com -- Winnebago Industries (NYSE:WGO) stock fell sharply by 10% after the company released its preliminary third quarter fiscal 2025 results, which did not meet analysts’ expectations. The leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer announced ahead of the Baird 2025 Global Consumer Technology & Services Conference that for the quarter ended May 31, 2025, it expects net revenues of approximately $775 million, with reported earnings per diluted share in the range of $0.55 to $0.65 and adjusted diluted earnings per share between $0.75 and $0.85. Analyst consensus had anticipated a higher Q3 EPS of $1.37 on revenue of $810.4 million.
Winnebago’s President and CEO Michael Happe attributed the weaker-than-expected performance to growing macroeconomic uncertainties that dampened consumer sentiment and led to a cautious dealer network, particularly in the final two months of the quarter. Happe noted that market pressures were most pronounced in the Winnebago Motorhomes business unit, prompting the company to take significant steps to manage inventory, align production with market demand, and prepare for a stronger product offering in the future.
Despite the challenges in the motorhomes unit, Happe highlighted positive developments in other areas of the business. He pointed out that Grand Design Towables is gaining market share in the travel trailer segment, and the launch of the Grand Design Lineage series motorhome products is generating strong dealer and consumer demand. Furthermore, Newmar’s Class A diesel market share has surpassed 30%, and the expansion of its product line-up is expected to bode well for the future. Additionally, the marine segment, including Barletta premium pontoons and Chris-Craft luxury runabouts, continues to see retail market share gains.
Winnebago plans to update its full-year fiscal 2025 outlook during its third quarter fiscal 2025 financial results conference call scheduled for June 25, 2025. The company’s leadership remains focused on managing the business proactively to generate profitable growth over the long term, despite the near-term challenges.