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Brunswick Corp director Reginald Fils-Aime buys $17,777 in stock

Published 12/05/2024, 04:46 PM
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In a recent transaction disclosed by Brunswick Corp (NYSE:BC), Reginald Fils-Aime, a director at the company, has acquired common stock valued at $17,777. The purchase was made on December 5, 2024, involving 225 shares at a price of $79.01 each. According to InvestingPro data, this insider purchase aligns with management's broader strategy of actively buying back shares, with the stock currently trading near its 52-week low of $69.05. Following this transaction, Fils-Aime's direct ownership of Brunswick's common stock stands at 7,294 shares. This acquisition reflects an ongoing commitment by the director to the company, as indicated in the SEC Form 4 filing. The $5.1 billion market cap company has maintained dividend payments for 54 consecutive years, currently yielding 2.1%. InvestingPro subscribers can access 8 additional exclusive insights about Brunswick's financial health and growth prospects through the comprehensive Pro Research Report.

In other recent news, Brunswick Corporation reported a 20% year-over-year decrease in net sales for Q3 2024, alongside an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.17. The company also executed $190 million in share repurchases year-to-date and amended its credit facility and commercial paper program to $1 billion each, aiming to improve capital flexibility. B.Riley adjusted its stance on Brunswick from Buy to Neutral, expressing a cautious outlook regarding the timing of a demand rebound for Brunswick's products. The firm also suggested potential adjustments to consensus estimates for the year 2025.

These recent developments highlight Brunswick's proactive efforts to navigate the current market conditions. Despite a 10% year-over-year decline in new boat retail unit sales forecasted for the full year, Brunswick anticipates steady market conditions for Q4, with guidance for net sales between $5.1 to $5.2 billion and an adjusted EPS of approximately $4.50.

B.Riley recognizes Brunswick's strong market share within the recreational marine industry and its potential to capitalize on a return to more normalized consumer demand. However, the firm raised concerns about the speed at which the anticipated demand pivot will occur, especially among lower-income consumer segments.

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