GET DAILY SIGNALSAcushnet Holdings (GOLF) Shows Resilience in Q3 Despite Mixed Segment Results
Key Takeaways
- Acushnet Holdings reported third quarter 2026 net sales of $649.2 million, down about 1% from the prior year, as Titleist golf equipment strength was offset by softer FootJoy and golf gear sales.
- Diluted earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.83, up from $0.81 a year ago but below consensus estimates that ranged from roughly $0.98 to $1.02.
- Adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) was $115 million, down 3% year over year, while nine-month adjusted EBITDA rose 17% to $468 million.
- Management reaffirmed full-year net sales guidance of $2.65 billion to $2.675 billion and raised its adjusted EBITDA outlook to $455 million to $470 million.
- The board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.255 per share, and the balance sheet strengthened as net leverage declined to 1.9x.
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Earnings Context and Why It Matters
Acushnet Holdings, the parent of the Titleist and FootJoy brands, serves as a key indicator for the global golf equipment industry. Its quarterly results provide a direct gauge of consumer demand for premium golf balls, clubs, and footwear during a period of sustained participation growth in the sport. The third quarter also aligns with the company's product calendar, where the accelerated GTS metals launch in the second quarter shifted some sales forward, setting up a seasonally softer period. In my view, the report is significant because it tests whether core Titleist momentum and improving FootJoy profitability can support the full-year targets heading into a lighter fourth quarter. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to see how the stock compares to others in the industry.
Breaking Down the Reported Results
Acushnet reported worldwide net sales of $649.2 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, a 1.3% decline from $657.7 million a year earlier (down 1% on a constant-currency basis). Net income was $49.19 million, up modestly from $48.51 million in the prior-year period, and diluted EPS was $0.83, up from $0.81.
Adjusted EBITDA was $115 million, down $4 million, or 3%, from last year's third quarter. Gross margin improved to 49.6%, up 110 basis points, driven by improved FootJoy profitability and higher sales volumes at the KJUS apparel brand, partially offset by higher product costs in Titleist golf equipment.
By segment, Titleist golf equipment grew 1% in the quarter and 10% year to date, led by strong demand across the golf ball lineup and the new GTS metals line. Golf gear revenue fell 9%, partly timing-related ahead of fourth-quarter launches, while FootJoy declined 7% even as the segment's underlying profitability improved. On a nine-month basis, net sales rose 6% in constant currency to $2.22 billion, and adjusted EBITDA climbed 17% to $468 million, aided by roughly $34 million in net tariff refunds.
How the Market Reacted
Acushnet shares moved lower following the release, with early reporting indicating a decline of roughly 4% as the bottom-line miss outweighed a largely in-line revenue print. The reaction suggests investors focused on the EPS shortfall and the softer FootJoy and golf gear segments rather than the reaffirmed sales outlook and the raised adjusted EBITDA guidance. Sentiment was also shaped by management's framing of the quarter as consistent with its expectations given the accelerated GTS metals launch, which shifted demand into the second quarter. The company's confirmation of continued golf ball growth, particularly in Pro V1 volumes, provided a steadier undercurrent to an otherwise mixed report.
Looking Ahead: Forward Outlook and Key Factors
Acushnet reaffirmed its full-year 2026 net sales guidance of $2.65 billion to $2.675 billion, representing roughly 4.1% growth at the midpoint, while raising its adjusted EBITDA outlook to a range of $455 million to $470 million. That updated range includes approximately $30 million of net tariff refund benefits expected to be recognized in 2026.
At the midpoint, the guidance implies fourth-quarter net sales of about $440 million and a small adjusted EBITDA loss, consistent with Acushnet's seasonally lighter fourth quarter. Investors should watch how the company manages the transition to its 2027 Pro V1 launch, a product cycle that historically drives strong demand from the core Titleist consumer base.
Other factors to monitor include the continued recovery of FootJoy profitability, the phased rollout of the company's enterprise resource planning (ERP) system across remaining regions, and input-cost pressures in raw materials, labor, and health and welfare expenses. Management also signaled new irons and putters for 2027 that may not match 2026's growth profile given the odd-year product cycle. Tariff refund normalization into 2027 will be another key swing factor for year-over-year comparisons.
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The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for GOLF turned positive on October 16, 2026. Looking at past instances where GOLF's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in 44 of 57 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 77%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on October 22, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on GOLF as a result. In 63 of 94 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are 67%.
GOLF moved above its 50-day moving average on October 29, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for GOLF crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on November 03, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In 12 of 17 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 71%.
Following a +3.87% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where GOLF advanced for three days, in 205 of 303 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 68%.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for GOLF moved out of overbought territory on November 03, 2026. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 41 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In 25 of the 41 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at 61%.
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In 44 of 67 cases where GOLF's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 66%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where GOLF declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 63%.
GOLF broke above its upper Bollinger Band on November 02, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Aroon Indicator for GOLF entered a downward trend on October 19, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 37 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 38 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 44 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 87, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of 50 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 55 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. GOLF’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 60 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (5.283) is normal, around the industry mean (1.759). P/E Ratio (22.600) is within average values for comparable stocks, (2.292). GOLF's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is slightly lower than the industry average of (1.411). Dividend Yield (0.012) settles around the average of (0.030) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.836) is also within normal values, averaging (4.604).
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