Brunswick Q3 adjusted EPS beats on high-horsepower outboard applications growth
BC•Brunswick's third-quarter sales rose 6.9% to $1.45 billion, slightly below expectations, while adjusted EPS rose 62.9% to $1.58 and beat estimates. The company expects 2026 net sales of $5.7 billion to $5.8 billion and adjusted diluted EPS of about $4.65.
1. Quarterly results
Brunswick reported third-quarter sales of $1.45 billion, up 6.9% but slightly below the $1.46 billion analyst consensus. Adjusted EPS increased 62.9% to $1.58, above estimates of $1.35; EPS was $1.01.
2. Sales drivers and outlook
The company cited sales growth across all segments and margin expansion despite inflation and higher borrowing costs. Propulsion sales rose on steady original equipment manufacturer demand and growth in high-horsepower outboard applications. Brunswick forecasts 2026 net sales of $5.7 billion to $5.8 billion and adjusted diluted EPS of about $4.65, while noting that consumer sentiment remains pressured by inflation, borrowing costs and global uncertainty.
