Malibu Boats Receives 'Hold' Rating from Analysts

Stock price down 3.7% as analysts maintain neutral outlook on boat manufacturer

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Shares of Malibu Boats, Inc. (NASDAQ:MBUU) have been given a consensus rating of "Hold" by the eight ratings firms currently covering the company, according to Marketbeat. One analyst has rated the stock a "Sell", six have given a "Hold" recommendation, and one has assigned a "Buy" rating. The average 12-month price target among analysts is $32.80.

Why it matters

Malibu Boats is a leading designer and manufacturer of performance sport boats, a key segment of the recreational boating market. The company's stock performance and analyst ratings provide insight into investor and industry sentiment around the company's outlook and competitive positioning.

The details

The analysts' "Hold" rating on Malibu Boats reflects a neutral outlook on the company's near-term prospects. While one analyst has a "Sell" recommendation, the majority see the stock as holding steady rather than having significant upside or downside potential in the next year. Malibu Boats' stock price has declined 3.7% in recent trading, in line with the analysts' cautious stance.

  • Malibu Boats' stock price closed at $29.06 on Monday, March 2, 2026.

The players

Malibu Boats, Inc.

A leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of performance sport boats for the recreational boating market. The company's product portfolio includes the Malibu and Axis Wake Research brands.

Invesco Ltd.

A major institutional investor that owns 53,074 shares of Malibu Boats, representing a 0.8% stake in the company.

Wellington Management Group LLP

An institutional investor that owns 1,688,099 shares of Malibu Boats, making it one of the company's largest shareholders.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Malibu Boats' 'Hold' rating from analysts reflects a cautious outlook on the company's near-term prospects, despite its leadership position in the recreational boating market. Investors will be watching for any shifts in analyst sentiment and the company's ability to navigate industry challenges and capitalize on growth opportunities.