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Fox Factory exits Marucci for $225M EV; debt reduced to 2.7x

Sep 25, 2026, 4:15 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Immediate debt reduction and interest savings improve cash flow and balance-sheet metrics; reduces financial risk and frees capital for growth initiatives, likely supporting multiple expansion and earnings potential over the next 6–12 months.

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Fox Factory completed the sale of Marucci Sports (Wheelhouse) for an enterprise value of $225 million, with $200 million cash used to reduce debt. Net leverage is expected to drop to about 2.7x and annualized interest expense decline by roughly $16 million, with a further $17 million reduction after the $25 million note payment due by 12/31/2026. The move strengthens the balance sheet and frees capital for core product investments.

Fox Factory completes Marucci sale; $200m cash paid down debt.
Net leverage falls from 3.7x to about 2.7x; interest expense down $16m.
Additional $25m note due 12/31/2026; potential equity conversion if unpaid.
Process concluded February 2026 strategic review; board selects value-maximizing path.
FOXF capital priorities unchanged: pay debt, grow core performance products.

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