THOR INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES FISCAL 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS
Rhea-AI Summary
THOR Industries (NYSE: THO) reported fiscal 2026 second quarter results for period ended January 31, 2026: net sales $2.13B (+5.3% YoY), net income attributable to THO $17.8M (vs loss prior year) and Adjusted EBITDA $98.1M (+12.7% YoY).
The company held full-year guidance: consolidated net sales $9.0B–$9.5B and diluted EPS $3.75–$4.25, and announced a strategic North American RV operating evolution after quarter end (Feb 23, 2026).
Positive
- Revenue +5.3% Q/QoQ — consolidated net sales rose to $2.13B for the quarter
- Net income turnaround — $17.8M attributable to THO versus a loss in prior-year quarter
- Adjusted EBITDA +12.7% — adjusted EBITDA increased to $98.1M, improving operating cash metrics
Negative
- Towable unit shipments -23.0% — North American Towable volumes declined significantly to 21,577 units
- European margins pressured — European gross margin fell 220 bps and the segment recorded restructuring costs
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
Peers showed mixed moves, with DOOO down 0.17% while BC, PII, HOG and LCII were modestly positive. THO’s -0.46% move appears more stock-specific than sector-driven.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 23 | Operating model shift | Positive | +0.5% | Announced two North American RV groups to drive synergies and competitiveness. |
| Feb 17 | Earnings date set | Neutral | +0.6% | Scheduled fiscal Q2 2026 earnings release and related investor materials. |
| Feb 11 | Subsidiary leadership change | Negative | +1.0% | Resignation of Tiffin Motorhomes president, with Tiffin family remaining engaged. |
| Feb 09 | IR leadership transition | Negative | -1.4% | Head of Corporate Development & Investor Relations departing for external role. |
| Jan 29 | Sustainability report | Positive | +0.9% | Published eighth sustainability report highlighting emissions reductions and eMobility progress. |
Recent news has mostly seen price action align with the tone of announcements, with one divergence around a management resignation.
Over the last few months, THOR issued several strategic and governance updates. On Dec 3, 2025, its 10-Q showed higher sales and a return to profitability. Subsequent filings covered dividends, equity plans and insider sales. Recent news in February 2026 highlighted leadership changes at Tiffin, a transition in investor relations, and a strategic evolution of the North American RV operating model. Today’s fiscal Q2 2026 results and reiterated full-year guidance build on that profitability and restructuring trajectory.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights fiscal 2026 Q2 revenue of $2.13 billion, net income of $17.8 million and adjusted EBITDA of $98.1 million, alongside reaffirmed full-year guidance for $9.0–$9.5 billion in sales and EPS of $3.75–$4.25. North American motorized performance and ongoing strategic realignment contrast with European margin pressure and restructuring costs. Investors may focus on execution of the new operating model, backlog trends by segment, and whether guidance remains intact as geopolitical and consumer conditions evolve.
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Financial Highlights | |||||||||||||
($ in thousands, except for per share data) | Three Months Ended | Change | Six Months Ended January 31, | Change | |||||||||
2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | ||||||||||
Net Sales | $ 2,125,856 | $ 2,018,107 | 5.3 % | $ 4,514,979 | $ 4,160,891 | 8.5 % | |||||||
Gross Profit | $ 251,254 | $ 245,197 | 2.5 % | $ 572,228 | $ 526,639 | 8.7 % | |||||||
Gross Profit Margin % | 11.8 % | 12.1 % | (30) bps | 12.7 % | 12.7 % | — bps | |||||||
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to THOR | $ 17,803 | $ (551) | n/m | $ 39,472 | $ (2,383) | n/m | |||||||
Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share | $ 0.34 | $ (0.01) | n/m | $ 0.75 | $ (0.04) | n/m | |||||||
EBITDA (1) | $ 95,290 | $ 76,344 | 24.8 % | $ 202,830 | $ 158,077 | 28.3 % | |||||||
Adjusted EBITDA (1) | $ 98,054 | $ 87,015 | 12.7 % | $ 229,059 | $ 194,797 | 17.6 % | |||||||
(1) See reconciliation of non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures included at the end of this release |
Fiscal 2026 Second Quarter
- Revenue of
, Net income attributable to THOR of$2.13 billion and Adjusted EBITDA of$17.8 million in the quarter. Adjusted EBITDA excludes nonrecurring costs or benefits associated with strategic reorganization initiatives and the impact of real estate transactions$98.1 million - North American Motorized results meaningfully outpaced the prior-year period, with strong performance on both the top and bottom lines
- Net income attributable to THOR was aided by gains associated with real estate transactions as the Company continues to strategically optimize its footprint
- Strategic evolution of THOR's North American RV operating model announced after the quarter on February 23, 2026, paving the way for future enhanced synergies as well as benefits for dealers, end consumers and shareholders
- Full-year fiscal 2026 financial guidance held constant as originally provided
- Consolidated net sales in the range of
to$9.0 billion $9.5 billion - Diluted earnings per share in the range of
to$3.75 $4.25
- Consolidated net sales in the range of
"Our fiscal second quarter results reflect continued execution in line with our expectations in a challenging retail environment. The disciplined actions we have taken over the past several quarters to streamline operations, optimize our cost structure and strategically align our product portfolio have positioned us well for our fiscal second half. Even in a down market, our teams continuously demonstrate the ability to drive performance through operational focus and thoughtful capital deployment. The recently announced strategic realignment of our North American RV operations represents an important milestone in our ongoing evolution. This realignment builds upon foundational initiatives already taken, or currently underway, and positions us to further optimize efficiency, enhance collaboration across brands and strengthen our long-term competitive advantages. We believe this is the right time to take this step, ensuring we are structurally prepared to outperform as the market stabilizes and subsequent demand improves," stated Bob Martin, President and Chief Executive Officer of THOR Industries. "As we enter the spring selling season, we do so with momentum, confidence and a clearly defined strategy going forward. Dealer engagement remains strong, consumer interest in the RV lifestyle continues to be encouraging and our innovation pipeline is robust. We remain confident in our expected performance trajectory for the second half of our fiscal 2026 and in our ability to continue creating value for our shareholders through disciplined execution and strategic operational excellence."
Todd Woelfer, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, added, "Our strategic operational changes will leverage the various initiatives put in place over recent quarters and allow us to improve our sourcing, standardize our processes, align our brand portfolio and implement enterprise-wide data integration, along with other benefits. Previous strategic initiatives that management has implemented were executed with the intention and long-term vision that allows us to move forward with this evolutionary step. Our North American operations continue to benefit from those initiatives as our Towable segment held margins relatively well despite a decline in volume while our Motorized segment and supply companies experienced further top and bottom-line improvements for the quarter. Our supply companies, in particular, have performed exceptionally well, with marked improvements in both net sales and gross profit margin percentage during the quarter compared to the prior-year period. In our European segment, quarterly results continue to be impacted by a price-aggressive marketplace that has pressured margins. The European segment results included further restructuring costs this quarter that will have a long-term benefit to the segment's operating results as we right-size its footprint and position the segment for further improvements to its margin profile. Despite the non-recurring costs and pressures from the overall European market, our European segment remains aligned with our internal full-year plan and we expect it will follow its typically back-loaded fiscal second half," added Woelfer.
"During the quarter, we reduced our debt by approximately
Second Quarter Financial Results
THOR's consolidated results were primarily driven by the results of its individual reportable segments as noted below.
Segment Results
North American Towable RVs
($ in thousands) | Three Months Ended | Change | Six Months Ended January 31, | Change | ||||||||
2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |||||||||
Net Sales | $ 710,485 | $ 828,266 | (14.2) % | $ 1,607,575 | $ 1,727,044 | (6.9) % | ||||||
Unit Shipments | 21,577 | 28,013 | (23.0) % | 47,384 | 58,031 | (18.3) % | ||||||
Gross Profit | $ 75,498 | $ 91,646 | (17.6) % | $ 194,493 | $ 204,083 | (4.7) % | ||||||
Gross Profit Margin % | 10.6 % | 11.1 % | (50) bps | 12.1 % | 11.8 % | +30 bps | ||||||
Income Before Income Taxes | $ 31,195 | $ 28,152 | 10.8 % | $ 77,666 | $ 74,973 | 3.6 % | ||||||
As of January 31, | Change | ||||
($ in thousands) | 2026 | 2025 | |||
Order Backlog | $ 621,461 | $ 1,073,758 | (42.1) % | ||
- Net sales declined in our fiscal 2026 second quarter compared to the prior-year period due to a
23.0% decrease in unit shipments as we continued to work with our independent dealers to manage channel inventory throughout the winter months as we enter the spring selling season. Despite the reduction in unit shipment volume, the gross profit margin percentage in the second quarter of fiscal 2026 declined by just 50 basis points compared to the prior-year period, influenced by higher material and overhead costs, partially offset by lower warranty costs and a favorable shift in product mix towards fifth wheels. Income before income taxes for the three and six months ended January 31, 2026, includes gains on sales of assets of and$9.5 million , respectively, compared to the corresponding prior-year periods of$13.1 million and$0.3 million , respectively.$2.7 million
North American Motorized RVs
($ in thousands) | Three Months Ended | Change | Six Months Ended January 31, | Change | ||||||||
2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |||||||||
Net Sales | $ 577,071 | $ 446,298 | 29.3 % | $ 1,238,167 | $ 951,506 | 30.1 % | ||||||
Unit Shipments | 4,524 | 3,526 | 28.3 % | 9,474 | 7,267 | 30.4 % | ||||||
Gross Profit | $ 54,640 | $ 34,741 | 57.3 % | $ 126,262 | $ 77,468 | 63.0 % | ||||||
Gross Profit Margin % | 9.5 % | 7.8 % | +170 bps | 10.2 % | 8.1 % | +210 bps | ||||||
Income Before Income Taxes | $ 20,904 | $ 4,298 | 386.4 % | $ 54,053 | $ 13,379 | 304.0 % | ||||||
As of January 31, | Change | ||||
($ in thousands) | 2026 | 2025 | |||
Order Backlog | $ 1,042,227 | $ 1,124,735 | (7.3) % | ||
- Net sales for the North American Motorized segment increased
29.3% in the second quarter of fiscal 2026 compared to the prior-year period, impacted by a28.3% increase in unit shipments that was bolstered by shipments to rental customers as well as products that continue to resonate with customers at critical retail price points. The gross profit margin percentage expanded 170 basis points compared to the prior-year period due to volume leverage and lower labor costs.
European RVs
($ in thousands) | Three Months Ended | Change | Six Months Ended January 31, | Change | ||||||||
2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |||||||||
Net Sales | $ 684,472 | $ 612,465 | 11.8 % | $ 1,339,951 | $ 1,217,368 | 10.1 % | ||||||
Unit Shipments | 9,465 | 9,442 | 0.2 % | 18,188 | 18,077 | 0.6 % | ||||||
Gross Profit | $ 75,129 | $ 80,929 | (7.2) % | $ 152,943 | $ 173,577 | (11.9) % | ||||||
Gross Profit Margin % | 11.0 % | 13.2 % | (220) bps | 11.4 % | 14.3 % | (290) bps | ||||||
Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes | $ (12,308) | $ 2,210 | n/m | $ (38,946) | $ 3,387 | n/m | ||||||
As of January 31, | Change | ||||
($ in thousands) | 2026 | 2025 | |||
Order Backlog | $ 1,832,102 | $ 1,644,015 | 11.4 % | ||
- European RV net sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 increased
11.8% compared to the prior-year period, driven by the combined impact of a0.2% increase in unit shipments and a11.6% increase in the overall net price per unit, of which11.4% was due to favorable changes in foreign exchange rates. The gross profit margin percentage fell 220 basis points compared to the prior-year period due to a higher mix of lower-margin special-edition motorcaravan products as well as increased warranty costs. Loss before income taxes for the three and six months ended January 31, 2026, includes restructuring costs of and$5.1 million , respectively.$12.3 million
Fiscal 2026 Guidance
"The second quarter continued the positive momentum we experienced in the first quarter, with results meeting our expectations and providing some clarity into the trajectory of the remainder of the fiscal year. Recent geopolitical events have clouded our outlook, though, and have created too much short-term uncertainty for us to raise our full-year guidance at this time," stated Woelfer.
"Our performance across the first half of our fiscal year gives us increased confidence in our full-year results, with the Company well-positioned at the midpoint of our fiscal year to potentially outperform our initial guidance. However, we remain mindful of broader consumer uncertainty and how recent events could impact that uncertainty. We believe it is prudent to allow for additional time and financial results before making any additional updates to our full-year guidance. In the meantime, we will continue to execute the strategic operational steps that are positioning THOR to outperform through the cycle and create long-term shareholder value," commented Woelfer.
For fiscal 2026, the Company's full-year financial guidance includes:
- Consolidated net sales in the range of
to$9.0 billion $9.5 billion - Stable gross margin at midpoint, with upside in a stronger market
- Diluted earnings per share in the range of
to$3.75 $4.25 - An assumption of a low- to mid-single digit retail decline in
North America with stable market share - No meaningful financial impact for the balance of the fiscal year related to the strategic evolution of our North American RV operations
- A tax rate in the range of
24% to26% excluding discrete items
Mr. Martin concluded by saying, "Recent trade shows have given us a lot to be excited about as we enter the spring selling season. Our products continue to successfully target desirable price points while generating enthusiasm due to offerings such as our refreshed Keystone and Heartland models. Although consumer metrics remain mixed and the macroeconomic landscape includes uncertainties, we have seen green shoots to support our optimism for our fiscal second half. We have a great opportunity in front of us to deliver sustainable, long-term value for our business and our stakeholders as our management teams execute on the strategic evolution of our North American RV operating model."
Supplemental Earnings Release Materials
THOR Industries has provided a comprehensive question and answer document, as well as a PowerPoint presentation, relating to its quarterly results and other topics.
To view these materials, go to http://ir.thorindustries.com.
About THOR Industries, Inc.
THOR Industries is the sole owner of operating companies which, combined, represent the world's largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles.
For more information on the Company and its products, please go to www.thorindustries.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release includes certain statements that are "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the
These and other risks and uncertainties are discussed more fully in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended January 31, 2026 and in Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 31, 2025.
We disclaim any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained in this release or to reflect any change in our expectations after the date hereof or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based, except as required by law.
THOR INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | ||||||||||||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME | ||||||||||||
FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED JANUARY 31, 2026 AND 2025 | ||||||||||||
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Three Months Ended January 31, | Six Months Ended January 31, | |||||||||||
2026 | % Net | 2025 | % Net | 2026 | % Net | 2025 | % Net | |||||
Net sales | $ 2,125,856 | $ 2,018,107 | $ 4,514,979 | $ 4,160,891 | ||||||||
Gross profit | $ 251,254 | 11.8 % | $ 245,197 | 12.1 % | $ 572,228 | 12.7 % | $ 526,639 | 12.7 % | ||||
Selling, general and administrative | 212,021 | 10.0 % | 206,222 | 10.2 % | 466,051 | 10.3 % | 446,419 | 10.7 % | ||||
Amortization of intangible assets | 27,797 | 1.3 % | 29,244 | 1.4 % | 55,725 | 1.2 % | 59,066 | 1.4 % | ||||
Interest expense, net | 9,420 | 0.4 % | 11,950 | 0.6 % | 18,437 | 0.4 % | 27,178 | 0.7 % | ||||
Other income, net | 18,976 | 0.9 % | 619 | — % | 21,465 | 0.5 % | 3,268 | 0.1 % | ||||
Income (loss) before income taxes | 20,992 | 1.0 % | (1,600) | (0.1) % | 53,480 | 1.2 % | (2,756) | (0.1) % | ||||
Income tax provision | 6,351 | 0.3 % | 1,489 | 0.1 % | 15,670 | 0.3 % | 1,206 | — % | ||||
Net income (loss) | 14,641 | 0.7 % | (3,089) | (0.2) % | 37,810 | 0.8 % | (3,962) | (0.1) % | ||||
Less: Net loss attributable to non- | (3,162) | (0.1) % | (2,538) | (0.1) % | (1,662) | — % | (1,579) | — % | ||||
Net income (loss) attributable to | $ 17,803 | 0.8 % | $ (551) | — % | $ 39,472 | 0.9 % | $ (2,383) | (0.1) % | ||||
Earnings (loss) per common share: | ||||||||||||
Basic | $ 0.34 | $ (0.01) | $ 0.75 | $ (0.04) | ||||||||
Diluted | $ 0.34 | $ (0.01) | $ 0.75 | $ (0.04) | ||||||||
Weighted-average common shares | ||||||||||||
Basic | 52,704,784 | 53,208,626 | 52,697,434 | 53,091,615 | ||||||||
Diluted | 52,844,227 | 53,208,626 | (2) | 52,909,903 | 53,091,615 | (2) | ||||||
(1) Percentages may not add due to rounding differences | ||||||||||||
(2) Due to losses for the three and six months ended January 31, 2025, zero incremental shares are included because the effect would have been antidilutive |
SUMMARY CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS ( | ||||||||||
January 31, | July 31, | January 31, | July 31, | |||||||
Cash and equivalents | $ 242,176 | $ 586,596 | Current liabilities | $ 1,540,075 | $ 1,584,696 | |||||
Accounts receivable, net | 767,433 | 707,363 | Long-term debt, net | 877,771 | 919,612 | |||||
Inventories, net | 1,588,024 | 1,351,796 | Other long-term liabilities | 276,289 | 271,424 | |||||
Prepaid income taxes, expenses and other | 118,662 | 132,220 | Stockholders' equity | 4,322,713 | 4,289,552 | |||||
Total current assets | 2,716,295 | 2,777,975 | ||||||||
Property, plant & equipment, net | 1,333,214 | 1,315,728 | ||||||||
Goodwill | 1,882,558 | 1,841,118 | ||||||||
Amortizable intangible assets, net | 715,139 | 758,758 | ||||||||
Equity investments and other, net | 369,642 | 371,705 | ||||||||
Total | $ 7,016,848 | $ 7,065,284 | $ 7,016,848 | $ 7,065,284 | ||||||
Non-GAAP Reconciliations
The following table reconciles consolidated net income (loss) to consolidated EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA:
EBITDA Reconciliations | |||||||||
($ in thousands) | |||||||||
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended January 31, | ||||||||
2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | ||||||
Net income (loss) (GAAP) | $ 14,641 | $ (3,089) | $ 37,810 | $ (3,962) | |||||
Add back: | |||||||||
Interest expense, net | 9,420 | 11,950 | 18,437 | 27,178 | |||||
Income tax provision | 6,351 | 1,489 | 15,670 | 1,206 | |||||
Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets | 64,878 | 65,994 | 130,913 | 133,655 | |||||
EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $ 95,290 | $ 76,344 | $ 202,830 | $ 158,077 | |||||
Add back: | |||||||||
Stock-based compensation expense | 7,947 | 8,073 | 18,897 | 18,610 | |||||
Change in LIFO reserve, net | 3,104 | (1,500) | 3,104 | (1,500) | |||||
Non-cash foreign currency loss (gain) | (4,589) | 1,254 | (1,079) | 4,646 | |||||
Investment-related loss (gain) | 640 | 2,635 | 1,065 | 5,277 | |||||
Strategic initiatives | 7,691 | — | 22,741 | 15,459 | |||||
Other loss (gain), including sales of PP&E | (12,029) | 209 | (18,499) | (5,772) | |||||
Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $ 98,054 | $ 87,015 | $ 229,059 | $ 194,797 | |||||
EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP performance measures included to illustrate and improve comparability of the Company's results from period to period, particularly in periods with unusual or one-time items. EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) before net interest expense (income), income tax provision (benefit) and depreciation and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA reflects adjustments to EBITDA to identify items that, in management's judgment, significantly affect the assessment of earnings results between periods. The Company considers these non-GAAP measures in evaluating and managing the Company's operations and believes that discussion of results adjusted for these items is meaningful to investors because it provides a useful analysis of ongoing underlying operating trends. The adjusted measures are not in accordance with, nor are they a substitute for, GAAP measures, and they may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies.
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