Cost Reduction Initiatives and Debt Paydown
Fox Factory implemented a $25 million cost reduction initiative and successfully drove improvements in working capital, resulting in a $63 million debt paydown during the fourth quarter.
New OEM Customer Wins
The company expanded its customer base by winning new OEM customers such as BMW, Ducati, and Triumph, contributing to potential offsetting declines in other areas of power sports.
Improved Adjusted EBITDA Margins
Both the Aftermarket Applications Group (AAG) and the Powered Vehicle Group (PVG) demonstrated sequential adjusted EBITDA margin improvements of 250 basis points and 310 basis points, respectively.
Marucci Segment Growth and MLB Partnership
The SSG segment showed a 31.3% increase in net sales driven by Marucci, and the company began its role as MLB's official bat partner, signaling potential for future growth.
Strong Performance in Aftermarket Components
Fox Factory's aftermarket components business experienced sustained growth, particularly in wheels and lift kits, with record sales in several product lines during the holidays.