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Winnebago Industries

Winnebago Industries manufactures Class A, B, and C motor homes along with towables, customized specialty vehicles, boats, and parts. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Winnebago has been producing recreational vehicles since 1958. Revenue was nearly $3 billion in fiscal 2024. Winnebago expanded into towables in 2011 with the acquisition of SunnyBrook and acquired Grand Design in November 2016. Towables made up 83% of the firm's RV unit volume, up from 31% in fiscal 2016. The company's total RV unit volume was 38,796 in fiscal 2024. Winnebago expanded into boating in 2018 with the purchase of Chris-Craft, bought premium motor home maker Newmar in November 2019, and bought Barletta pontoon boats in August 2021. It also is developing electric and autonomous technology.

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Is Winnebago Steering Toward A Turnaround? Analysts Are Split

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After suffering a recent earnings miss combined with a challenging economic backdrop, shares of recreational vehicle provider Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) have printed gobs of red ink over the trailing month. Nevertheless, historical data reveals that investors tend to view bouts of unusual volatility as a buying opportunity, thus making the case for bullish speculation.
First, one of the main contributors to the downside in WGO stock centers on the underlying company's fiscal-first-quarter results. Winnebago <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42615254/winnebago-industries-stock-falls-after-q1-earnings-miss-amid-challenging-marine-operating-environment">reported an adjusted loss per share of 3 cents</a>, badly missing analysts' consensus view of 20 cents. Further, revenue slipped 18% on a year-over-year basis to $625.6 million, also missing the estimated target of $672.232 million.
Second, management provided additional context, but this failed to bolster investor confidence. "As expected, the RV and marine operating environment remained challenging in the first quarter, marked by subdued consumer demand and a cautious dealer network reluctant to make significant commitments on new orders ahead of the historically slow winter season," said President and CEO Michael Happe.
Nevertheless, the head executive stated that the company anticipates a rise in demand as the RV and marine markets enter the more sales-friendly spring season. To be fair, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42654183/is-winnebago-industries-steering-towards-a-turnaround-in-h2-analysts-are-split">analyst views on a turnaround for WGO stock are split</a>. However, a fundamental argument for upside speculation does exist.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Historical Trends Favor WGO Stock as a Value Play</h2>
Under normal market circumstances, Winnebago stock tends to carry a neutral trajectory. Specifically, over the trailing five years, the odds that on any given Friday, WGO would generate a positive return relative to Monday's opening price comes in at 50.2%. This figure is calculated by dividing the number of positive weeks over the total number of weeks in the dataset (i.e. last five years).
However, this baseline metric doesn't reveal the emotional shifts in sentiment that may occur during periods of unusual volatility. In other words, pricing events that extend multiple standard deviations below the mean could impact the fear-greed continuum much more greatly than normal market sessions. Therefore, data-driven investors may be better served with a Bayesian inference to calculate conditional probabilities.
Last week, WGO stock lost 9.49% of its market value, which is a rare occurrence. In the past five years, there have only been 14 instances (not including last week) where WGO lost 9.49% or worse. Interestingly, eight of the following weeks saw a positive return or a success ratio of 57.14%.
Additional context makes Winnebago even more enticing. Four of the weekly losses totaling 9.49% or worse occurred in February and March of 2020. Presumably, most investors agree that COVID-19 represents a unique market impact that's unlikely to materialize again anytime soon.
Taking out the impact of COVID-19, the success ratio improves to 70%, with 10 weeks seeing a loss of 9.49% or worse and seven of the following weeks resulting in a positive return.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Bull Call Spread Beckons</h2>
Considering investors&#8217; tendency to buy the dip in WGO stock, speculators may want to consider <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bull-spread#:~:text=A%20bull%20call%20spread%20involves,expires%20on%20the%20same%20date.">bull call spreads</a> of Winnebago shares. This options strategy involves buying a call and simultaneously selling a call, both for the same expiration date. The idea is to take the credit from the short call to partially offset the debit paid for the long call, thus discounting the long position.
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For WGO stock, the next available options chain expires on Jan. 17, 2025. Given the skepticism surrounding Winnebago's business and comeback intentions, market makers are currently providing attractive pricing for bull call spreads.
For example, the Jan. 17 47.50/50.00 bull call spread — buy the $47.50 call, simultaneously sell the $50 call — carries a net debit of $125 after applying the options multiplier. Should WGO stock hit or exceed the short call strike price of $50, the payout is the difference between the strike prices minus the net debit paid or $125.
In other words, within a few weeks, bullish speculators have the opportunity to pocket a 100% payout. That's an enticing proposition, given that, statistically, investors tend to load the boat when WGO stock encounters unusually steep volatility.
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Options Corner: Winnebago's Implosion Could Signal A Comeback Opportunity

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<li>DA Davidson cut Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) price target from $55 to $54. DA Davidson analyst Brandon Rolle maintained a Neutral rating. Winnebago shares closed at $47.99 on Monday. See how other analysts view this stock.</li>
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DA Davidson analyst Brandon Rolle maintains Winnebago Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $55 to $54.

DA Davidson Maintains Neutral on Winnebago Industries, Lowers Price Target to $54

In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on Winnebago Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $68.0, a high estimate of $70.00, and a low estimate of $64.00. Experiencing a 4.67% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $71.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734976859_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Winnebago Industries. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Michael Albanese</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Swartz</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Albanese</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tristan Thomas-Martin</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Craig Kennison</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Albanese</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Winnebago Industries. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Winnebago Industries compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Winnebago Industries's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Winnebago Industries's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Winnebago Industries's Background</h2>
Winnebago Industries manufactures Class A, B, and C motor homes along with towables, customized specialty vehicles, boats, and parts. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Winnebago has been producing recreational vehicles since 1958. Revenue was nearly $3 billion in fiscal 2024. Winnebago expanded into towables in 2011 with the acquisition of SunnyBrook and acquired Grand Design in November 2016. Towables made up 83% of the firm's RV unit volume, up from 31% in fiscal 2016. The company's total RV unit volume was 38,796 in fiscal 2024. Winnebago expanded into boating in 2018 with the purchase of Chris-Craft, bought premium motor home maker Newmar in November 2019, and bought Barletta pontoon boats in August 2021. It also is developing electric and autonomous technology.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Winnebago Industries's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Winnebago Industries's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 August, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -6.5%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Winnebago Industries's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -4.04%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Winnebago Industries's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -2.25% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Winnebago Industries's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -1.21% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Winnebago Industries's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.58, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Assessing Winnebago Industries: Insights From 6 Financial Analysts

Shares of Winnebago Industries Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) remained under pressure on Monday, after the company reported a higher-than-expected loss <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42615254/winnebago-industries-stock-falls-after-q1-earnings-miss-amid-challenging-marine-operating-environment">for the first quarter</a>.
Here are some key analyst takeaways.
<ul>
<li>Roth Capital Partners <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/58fe05b90bd9910001595372/scott-stember">analyst Scott Stember</a> reiterated a Neutral rating and price target of $56.</li>
<li>BMO Capital Partners <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/6531555b0d10db0001eaba63/tristan-thomas-martin">analyst Tristan Thomas-Martin</a> maintained an Outperform rating and price target of $70.</li>
<li>Truist Securities <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/58ee65320bd9910001ca9bef/michael-swartz">analyst Michael Swartz</a> reaffirmed a Buy rating and price target of $64.</li>
<li>Benchmark <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/62ab115992747d0001c9ab9f/michael-albanese">analyst Michael Albanese</a> reiterated a Buy rating and price target of $70.</li>
</ul>
Check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">other analyst stock ratings</a>.
Roth Capital Partners: Winnebago reiterated the midpoint of its fiscal 2025 earnings guidance, Stember said in a note. The company indicated prospects of the RV (recreational vehicle) environment becoming brighter, with monthly improvements in trend from October into November and the first two weeks of December showing year-on-year growth, he added.
"While encouraging, we note that December tends to be among the lowest selling volume months of the year, so one should be careful in drawing conclusions at this time," the analyst wrote. Although Winnebago would likely be "among the first OEMs to come out of the RV recession," there are limited signs of a sustained retail recovery, he further stated.
BMO Capital Partners: The company reported an adjusted loss of 3 cents per share. That&#8217;s below Street expectations of 20 cents, and a contraction from the year-ago quarter's 95 cents. Management indicated there were several "green shoots" heading into 2025, "with improving consumer confidence and an expectation of more interest rate cuts in 2025," Thomas-Martin said.
Management added that post-election retail trends had been positive, which could support a turnaround in the second half of fiscal 2025, the analyst stated. "For Q2, management expects sales to be in line with Q1 with a modest improvement to profitability," he further wrote.
Truist Securities: Although Winnebago missed its first-quarter results and announced a muted guidance for the second quarter, conversations with management suggest that "the tide may finally be turning," Swartz said in a note. The company's own internal registrations strengthened on a year-on-year basis in November) and the trend has carried into mid-December, he added.
"In addition to WGO&#8217;s greater production constraint (it undershipped the RV industry considerably in FY1Q), mngts&#8217; upbeat retail commentary, evidenced market share gains and (hopefully) a bottoming of Motorized RV profitability in FY1Q is suggestive of a relatively stronger recovery curve over the coming 12-18 months," the analyst further wrote.
Benchmark: The shortfall on the company's bottom-line was driven by a decline in sales and margin contraction, Albanese said. This resulted from factors such as "the GD Motor startup, increased warranty expense and absorption de-leverage," he added.
Management suggested that consumer confidence had improved. Retail sales had inflected positively for the first time in 40 months. Also, inventory was close to the one-to-one ratio, which "should relieve some pricing pressures," the analyst stated. "WGO likes what it is seeing in its internal data through the end of the year," he further wrote.
Price Action: Shares of Winnebago had declined by 1% to $49.47 at the time of publication on Monday.
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Benchmark analyst Michael Albanese reiterates Winnebago Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) with a Buy and maintains $70 price target.

Benchmark Reiterates Buy on Winnebago Industries, Maintains $70 Price Target

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) shares are trading<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/g42613058/winnebago-industries-reports-first-quarter-fiscal-2025-results" rel="noreferrer noopener"> lower in the premarket session on Friday.</a>
The company reported first-quarter adjusted loss per share of 3 cents, missing the analyst consensus estimate for EPS of 20 cents. Quarterly sales were $625.60 million (down 18%), which was missing the analyst consensus estimate of $672.232 million.
Revenues fell amid lower unit volume and a reduced average selling price per unit related to product mix.
Gross profit was $76.8 million, a decrease of 33.7% year over year. Gross margin decreased 290 basis points in the quarter to 12.3%, reflecting deleverage, higher warranty experience compared to the prior year and product mix, partially offset by operational efficiencies.
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&#8220;As expected, the RV and marine operating environment remained challenging in the first quarter, marked by subdued consumer demand and a cautious dealer network reluctant to make significant commitments on new orders ahead of the historically slow winter season,&#8221; said Michael Happe, President and Chief Executive Officer of Winnebago Industries.
Operating loss was&nbsp;$0.9 million, compared to operating income of&nbsp;$39.1 million&nbsp;in the&nbsp;first quarter&nbsp;of last year. Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA was $14.4 million, a decrease of 73.4% year over year.
As of November&nbsp;30, the company had total outstanding debt of $696.9 million. Cash flow used in operations was $16.7 million in the first quarter.
On December&nbsp;18, the company approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share payable on January&nbsp;29, 2025, to common stockholders of record at the close of business on January&nbsp;15, 2025.
Winnebago Industries executed share repurchases of $30.0 million during the first quarter.
Outlook: Winnebago Industries reaffirmed its expectation for FY25 revenues to be between $2.9 billion and $3.2 billion, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance">compared to the $2.99 billion estimate.</a>
The company narrowed its fiscal 2025 adjusted EPS&nbsp;outlook&nbsp;while leaving the midpoint unchanged. It sees adjusted EPS of $3.10 to $4.40, compared to the prior range of $3.00 to $4.50 and against the $3.39 estimate.
&#8220;Although the first half of the fiscal year comes with its typical seasonality and challenging market conditions, we are prepared to capitalize on the anticipated rise in demand as the RV and marine markets enter the spring selling season,&#8221; Happe adds.
Price Action: WGO shares are trading lower by 3.89% to $49.91&nbsp;premarket at last check Friday.
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Winnebago Industries Stock Falls After Q1 Earnings Miss Amid Challenging Marine Operating Environment

Winnebago Industries Sees FY25 Revenues Of $2.9B-$3.2B Vs. $2.99B Estimate, Projects Adjusted Eps Of $3.10-$4.40 Vs. $3.39 Estimate (Compared With A Prior Range Of $3.00-$4.50)

Winnebago Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.03) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.20 by 115 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $625.600 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $672.232 million by 6.94 percent. This is a 18.01 percent decrease over sales of $763.000 million the same period last year.

Winnebago Industries Q1 2025 Adj. EPS $(0.03) Misses $0.20 Estimate, Sales $625.600M Miss $672.232M Estimate

U.S. stock futures declined on Friday, ahead of the &#8220;Triple Witching&#8221; hour, which is expected to see the expiry of about $6.6 trillion options, for the quarter.
This comes after the market fell on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve&#8217;s hawkish cut and ended mixed on Thursday. In Friday&#8217;s premarket, all four major indices were trading lower.
The 10-year and two-year Treasury notes yielded 4.55% and 4.28%, respectively. The probability of having no change in the interest rates for the upcoming Jan. 31, 2025 decision was at 89.3%, according <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">to</a> CME Group&#8217;s FedWatch tool.
Investors will receive another critical economic data point on Friday with the release of the November personal consumption expenditures (PCE) inflation index. This release follows other inflation indicators that suggest price increases accelerated in November.
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In premarket trading on Friday, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) was down 1.16% to $579.30&nbsp;and the Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) fell 1.23% to $507.83, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
Cues From The Last Session
The S&amp;P 500 ended the day essentially unchanged after giving up earlier gains. The Nasdaq 100 fell 0.5%, fluctuating between small gains and losses throughout the session.
However, Dow Jones ended marginally higher, breaking its 10-day losing streak.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with materials, real estate, and energy stocks recording the biggest losses on Thursday. However, utilities and financials stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
Thursday&#8217;s economic data showed a revision upward in one of the Fed&#8217;s preferred inflation measures to 2.2%.
As Fed Chair Jerome Powell has indicated that further easing would require additional progress on inflation, market participants will now focus on the final significant economic data point of the year: November&#8217;s personal consumption expenditures, due out on Friday.
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<td>42,342.24</td>
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<td>2,221.50</td>
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Insights From Analysts
The &#8220;Triple Witching&#8221; hour is a quarterly event that occurs during the final hour of trade on the third Friday of March, June, September, and December. During this period, contracts for stock index futures, stock index options, and stock options all expire at the same time.
According to the Chairman and Founder of Navellier &amp; Associates, Louis Navellier, &#8220;The timing of buying the dip is complicated by options expiration tomorrow and Christmas next week, but a recovery by the end of the year would not surprise anyone.&#8221;
He also said, &#8220;In my opinion, the stock and bond market reactions to the FOMC Statement, dot plot, and Fed Chairman Powell's press conference were grossly overdone and eviscerated all the stock market gains since the Presidential election.&#8221;
According to him, both France and Germany are in the midst of a political crisis and are "headless" until new leadership emerges. &#8220;As a result, I am expecting up to four Fed rate cuts in 2025 as collapsing interest rates in the eurozone also cause U.S. Treasury yields to decline,&#8221; he said.
However, Tom Lee, managing partner and head of research at Fundstrat Global Advisors, thinks <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42608297/tom-lee-explains-why-fewer-cuts-in-2025-could-boost-the-market-urges-investors-to-buy-the-dip-amid-recent-volatility#:~:text=What%20Happened%3A%20%E2%80%9CThe%20fewer%20cuts,on%20Thursday%2C%20according%20to%20Fundstrat.&amp;text=%2C%20suffering%20its%20steepest%20one%2Dday%20decline%20since%20September%202022">fewer cuts are better for the economy</a>.
"The fewer cuts [the Fed does] in 2025, it actually is better for this bull market because it provides a lot of future ammunition to protect the economy," he said.
"I know yesterday's (Wednesday&#8217;s) pullback was really painful, but to us, the fundamentals supporting stocks are intact.&#8221;
Carson Research&#8217;s vice president and global macro strategist, Sonu Varghese called 2024 a &#8220;strong&#8221; year for U.S. stocks, even with the recent pullback.
&#8220;The fallout from the Fed meeting wiped out post-election gains across large swaths of the market, including value stocks and mid-cap and small-cap stocks, though looking back over the entire year, almost every major category is up double-digits so far, across style (value – core – growth) and capitalization (large – mid &#8211; small). For comparison the MSCI All-Cap World ex US Net Index is up just 7.2% year to date. That should tell you how strong of a year 2024 has been for US stocks, even with the recent pullback,&#8221; Varghese said in a note.
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Upcoming Economic Data
Important data is slated to be released on Friday that will help investors to determine the future course of action.
<ul>
<li>On Friday, personal income and spending data along with core and headline PCE index data for November will be released at 8:30 a.m., ET.</li>
<li>Consumer sentiment data for December will be released at 10:00 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>
Stocks In Focus:
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<li>Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBM#NASDAQ">PBM</a>) was up 105% in premarket after it inked an IP licensing and mutual exclusivity agreement with Optimi Health Corp., a Canadian psychedelics pharmaceutical manufacturer.</li>
<li>Humacyte Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUMA#NASDAQ">HUMA</a>) was up 52.31% in premarket after it received FDA approval for SYMVESS, a bioengineered human tissue designed as a universally implantable vascular conduit for arterial injury treatment.</li>
<li>Nike Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) was down 3.37% after issuing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42610441/nikes-new-ceo-says-we-lost-our-obsession-with-sport-as-he-rebukes-old-strategies-on-performance-marketing-isolation-of-wholesalers-aims-to-create-demand">lower revenue guidance</a> and additional gross margin pressure given the higher demand creation expenses.</li>
<li>FedEx Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) was 7.33% higher after it posted stronger-than-expected results for its second quarter. The company also announced that it has decided to pursue a full separation of FedEx Freight through the capital markets, creating a new publicly traded company.</li>
<li>BlackBerry Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BB#NYSE">BB</a>) was down 5.03% as it expects fourth-quarter revenue in the range of $126 million to $135 million versus the estimates of $161.49 million.</li>
<li>Winnebago Industries Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) was up 2.04% as analysts expect it to post quarterly earnings at 20 cents per share on revenue of $672.23 million before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Carnival Corporation. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) fell 1.11% as it is expected to report quarterly earnings at 8 cents per share on revenue of $5.93 billion before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>
Commodities, Bonds And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were lower in the early New York session by 2.75% to hover around $68.66 per barrel.
The gold spot index was up by 0.42% to $2,619.24 per ounce. The Dollar Index was down 0.16% to 108.239 level.
Asian markets declined on Friday, as Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng, South Korea&#8217;s Kospi, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225, India&#8217;s S&amp;P BSE Sensex, China&#8217;s CSI 300 and Australia&#8217;s ASX 200 index fell. Most European markets were also in the red in early trading.
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US Stocks To Open Lower As Traders Brace For 'Triple Witching' Hour: Analyst Says End Of The Year Recovery 'Would Not Surprise Anyone'

<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• CSP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSPI#NASDAQ">CSPI</a>) is likely to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Winnebago Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.18 per share on revenue of $789.00 million. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XELB#NASDAQ">XELB</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.11 per share on revenue of $1.60 million. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Earnings Scheduled For December 20, 2024

Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) will release earnings results for its first quarter fiscal 2025, before the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wgo/earnings">opening bell on Friday, Dec. 20.</a>
Analysts expect the Eden Prairie, Minnesota-based company to report quarterly earnings at 20 cents per share, down from $1.06 per share in the year-ago period. Winnebago projects to report revenue of $672.23 million for the recent quarter, compared to $763 million a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On Dec. 18, Winnebago announced that the company&#8217;s Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of 34 cents per share.
Winnebago shares gained 0.4% to close at $51.93 on Thursday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wgo/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
<ul>
<li>Northcoast Research analyst John Healy upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy on Nov. 11. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 70%.</li>
<li>Truist Securities analyst Michael Swartz maintained a Buy rating and slashed the price target from $68 to $64 on Oct. 24. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%.</li>
<li>BMO Capital analyst Tristan Thomas-Martin maintained an Outperform rating and decreased the price target from $75 to $70 on Oct. 24. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 62%.</li>
<li>Baird analyst Craig Kennison maintained an Outperform rating and cut the price target from $70 to $64 on Oct. 24. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%.</li>
<li>Roth MKM analyst Scott Stember maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $70 to $59 on June 21. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 64%.</li>
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Considering buying WGO stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Winnebago Industries Earnings Are Imminent; These Most Accurate Analysts Revise Forecasts Ahead Of Earnings Call

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, with the index in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Thursday.
U.S. stocks settled mixed on Thursday, with the Dow Jones index ending its longest losing streak since 1974 during the session.
All the major indices initially rebounded at the start of the session, with the 30-stock index gaining more than 460 points, but they pared gains as the session went on.
Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>) shares dipped over 16% on Thursday after the company posted better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter, while sales missed expectations.
On the economic data front, the U.S. economy grew by an annualized rate of 3.1% in the third quarter compared to 2.8% in the second estimate and up from 3% in the previous quarter.
U.S. existing home sales rose by 4.8% from the previous month to an annualized rate of 4.15 million in November. U.S. initial jobless claims declined by 22,000 to 220,000 in the first week of December, compared to market estimates of 230,000.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with materials, real estate, and energy stocks recording the biggest losses on Thursday. However, utilities and financials stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
The Dow Jones closed higher by around 15 points to 42,342.24 on Thursday. The S&amp;P 500 fell 0.09% to 5,867.08, while the Nasdaq Composite declined 0.10% to close at 19,372.77 during Thursday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from Carnival Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) and Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) today.
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At a current reading of 22.4, the index was in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Thursday, versus a prior reading of 22.5.
The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.
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S&P 500, Nasdaq End In Red As Investor Sentiment Declines, Micron Tumbles After Sales Miss: Greed Index In 'Extreme Fear' Zone

With U.S. stock futures trading lower this morning on Friday, some of the stocks that may grab investor focus today are as follows:
<ul>
<li>Wall Street expects Carnival Corporation &amp; Plc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) to report quarterly earnings at 8 cents per share on revenue of $5.93 billion before the opening bell, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>. Carnival shares gained 0.4% to $25.27 in after-hours trading.</li>
<li>NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) reported better-than-expected second-quarter financial results after the closing bell on Thursday. Nike reported second-quarter revenue of $12.35 billion, beating analyst estimates of $12.13 billion. The company reported second-quarter earnings of 78 cents per share, beating analyst estimates of 65 cents per share. Nike shares slipped 0.5% to $76.68 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
<li>Analysts expect Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) to post quarterly earnings at 20 cents per share on revenue of $672.23 million before the opening bell. Winnebago shares gained 2% to $52.99 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
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<li>FedEx Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) posted stronger-than-expected results for its second quarter. The company also announced that it has decided to pursue a full separation of FedEx Freight through the capital markets, creating a new publicly traded company. FedEx shares climbed 8.7% to $300.00 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
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The RV Association has warned that California's Advanced Clean Trucks program, which was amended by the California Air Resources Board last month, are too arduous for the RV market and "will create a near-total ban on motorhome sales in the state."
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Northcoast Research analyst John Healy upgrades Winnebago Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) from Neutral to Buy.

Upgrades

Northcoast Research Upgrades Winnebago Industries to Buy

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 6 analysts have published ratings on Winnebago Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>) in the last three months.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Winnebago Industries, presenting an average target of $67.67, a high estimate of $70.00, and a low estimate of $64.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 4.01%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729796436_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of Winnebago Industries among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Michael Swartz</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Albanese</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tristan Thomas-Martin</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Craig Kennison</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
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<td>Michael Albanese</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
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<td>Michael Swartz</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
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</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Winnebago Industries. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Winnebago Industries compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Winnebago Industries's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Winnebago Industries's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Winnebago Industries's Background</h2>
Winnebago Industries manufactures Class A, B, and C motor homes along with towables, customized specialty vehicles, boats, and parts. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Winnebago has been producing recreational vehicles since 1958. Revenue was about $3.5 billion in fiscal 2023. Winnebago expanded into towables in 2011 with the acquisition of SunnyBrook and acquired Grand Design in November 2016. Towables made up 79% of the firm's RV unit volume, up from 31% in fiscal 2016. The company's total RV unit volume was 39,447 in fiscal 2023. Winnebago expanded into boating in 2018 with the purchase of Chris-Craft, bought premium motor home maker Newmar in November 2019, and bought Barletta pontoon boats in August 2021. It also is developing electric and autonomous technology.
<h3>Winnebago Industries's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: Winnebago Industries's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 May, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -12.74%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Winnebago Industries's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 3.69%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.19%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Winnebago Industries's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.19%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Winnebago Industries's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.56.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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