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Malibu Boats Inc (MBUU) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Malibu Boats Inc stock (MBUU) is currently trading at $26.88. Malibu Boats Inc PE ratio is 34.07. Malibu Boats Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.59. Analyst consensus price target for MBUU is $35.22. WallStSmart rates MBUU as Underperform.

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MBUU

Malibu Boats Inc

NASDAQCONSUMER CYCLICAL
$26.88
$0.63 (2.40%)
52W$24.05
$39.65
Target$35.22+31.0%

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MBUU Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Malibu Boats Inc (MBUU)

Margin of Safety
-524.3%
Significantly Overvalued
MBUU Fair Value
$5.03
Graham Formula
Current Price
$26.88
$21.85 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $5.03
Overvalued
Price $26.88
Graham IV $5.03
Analyst $35.22

MBUU trades 524% above its Graham fair value of $5.03, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Malibu Boats Inc (MBUU) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Hold
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.

Malibu Boats Inc (MBUU) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.2510/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Price/SalesValuation
0.5910/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
0.9510/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

Institutional Own.Quality
111.28%10/10

111.28% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
11.48
Attractive
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.592
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.567
Undervalued
MBUU Target Price
$35.22
16% Upside

Malibu Boats Inc (MBUU) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 1.3/10
Operating MarginProfitability
-1.61%0/10

Losing money on operations

Revenue GrowthGrowth
-5.80%0/10

Revenue declining -5.80%, a shrinking business

EPS GrowthGrowth
-75.30%0/10

Earnings declining -75.30%, profits shrinking

Return on EquityProfitability
2.91%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Profit MarginProfitability
1.76%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Market CapQuality
$485M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
34.07
Expensive
Trailing P/E
34.07
Expensive

Malibu Boats Inc (MBUU) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 49/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 1.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.25), Price/Sales (0.59), Price/Book (0.95) suggest the stock is attractively priced.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -5.80%, EPS Growth at -75.30%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 2.91%, Operating Margin at -1.61%, Profit Margin at 1.76%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 2.91% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -5.80% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Operating Margin and Revenue Growth are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

MBUU Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

MBUU's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.59x sits near its historical average of 0.62x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 13% below its historical high of 0.68x set in Mar 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 0.59x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~0.7x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Malibu Boats Inc (MBUU) · CONSUMER CYCLICALRECREATIONAL VEHICLES

The Big Picture

Malibu Boats Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 819M with 6% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 176.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 291.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 8M in free cash flow and 13M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 6% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor RECREATIONAL VEHICLES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Malibu Boats Inc.

Bottom Line

Malibu Boats Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Malibu Boats Inc(MBUU)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

CONSUMER CYCLICAL

Industry

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

Country

USA

Malibu Boats, Inc. designs, manufactures, distributes, markets and sells a variety of recreational boats. The company is headquartered in Loudon, Tennessee.