Malibu Boats Receives 'Hold' Rating from Analysts

Brokerages give mixed reviews on the recreational boat manufacturer's stock performance.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 8:55am

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Malibu Boats, Inc. (NASDAQ:MBUU) has received an average rating of "Hold" from the seven research firms currently covering the company, according to Marketbeat. One analyst has rated the stock with a "Sell" recommendation, five have given a "Hold" recommendation, and one has assigned a "Buy" recommendation. The average 12-month target price among the brokerages is $32.33.

Why it matters

Malibu Boats is a leading designer and manufacturer of performance sport boats, including the premium Malibu brand and the value-oriented Axis line. The company's stock performance and analyst ratings provide insight into the overall health and outlook of the recreational boating industry.

The details

Several equity research analysts have recently weighed in on Malibu Boats' stock. Zacks Research upgraded the shares from a "Strong Sell" to a "Hold" rating, while Wall Street Zen downgraded the stock from "Hold" to "Sell". Loop Capital initiated coverage with a "Buy" rating and a $34 price target, while Griffin Securities set a $30 price target.

  • Malibu Boats reported its latest quarterly earnings on February 5, 2026.

The players

Malibu Boats, Inc.

A leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of performance sport boats for the recreational boating market, with the premium Malibu brand and value-oriented Axis line.

Zacks Research

An equity research firm that recently upgraded Malibu Boats' stock rating from "Strong Sell" to "Hold".

Wall Street Zen

An equity research firm that recently downgraded Malibu Boats' stock rating from "Hold" to "Sell".

Loop Capital

An equity research firm that recently initiated coverage of Malibu Boats with a "Buy" rating and $34 price target.

Griffin Securities

An equity research firm that recently set a $30 price target for Malibu Boats' stock.

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