Marine Products Corporation reported a 7.6% increase in net sales and a 20.8% increase in net income for the fourth quarter of 2021 compared to the same period in the prior year. The increase in net sales was primarily driven by a 21.1% increase in the average selling price per boat, while unit sales decreased by 11.1%.
Net sales increased by 7.6% to $76,537,000 compared to Q4 2020.
Net income increased by 20.8% to $8,448,000 compared to Q4 2020.
Diluted earnings per share increased to $0.25 compared to $0.21 in Q4 2020.
Average selling price per boat increased by 21.1%, while the number of boats sold decreased by 11.1%.
The company anticipates that supply chain problems and COVID-related employee absences will continue to impact operations during the first quarter of 2022. However, they remain optimistic about the long-term prospects for recreational boating, with strong dealer and consumer demand expected to continue.
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