Abc Arbitrage 13F: New $7.4M Stake in MarineMax (HZO)
Key Points
- Abc Arbitrage bought 140,605 shares of MarineMax, Inc. HZO valued at roughly $7.35 million, according to a Form 13F filing on October 23, 2026.
- Peer funds like American Century Companies Inc and Royce & Associates LP also adjusted their positions in the recreational boat retailer.
- The stock recently traded near $52.56, hovering close to its 52-week high of $52.65.
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Abc Arbitrage opened a brand-new stake in MarineMax, Inc. HZO by purchasing 140,605 shares valued at roughly $7.35 million, according to a Form 13F filing on October 23, 2026.
What Changed in Abc Arbitrage's MarineMax Position
The fund initiated a brand-new stake in the recreational boat and yacht retailer during the period, picking up 140,605 shares. The reported value of the new holding stood at $7.35 million at the time of the filing.
Other Institutional Activity in MarineMax
Other big institutional players were also busy adjusting their holdings in the boat retailer around the same time. American Century Companies Inc grew its holdings by 154,783 shares, ending with 2,275,099 shares worth about $119.65 million following a 7.3% increase. At the same time, Royce & Associates LP boosted its position by adding 65,502 shares, bringing its total to 566,666 shares valued at roughly $29.80 million after a 13.1% jump.
MarineMax, Inc. Stock Up 0.3%
Shares of MarineMax recently traded around $52.56 as of October 24, 2026, sitting just below its 52-week high of $52.65. The stock trades well above its 200-day moving average of $36.60.
Recent Earnings
MarineMax reported trailing-twelve-month revenue of $2.20 billion alongside earnings of $0.16 per share. The retailer posted a net profit margin of 0.2% and a return on equity of 0.5%.
Dividend
The company does not currently pay a dividend, keeping its payout ratio at zero.
Insider Buying and Selling at MarineMax, Inc.
Company insiders have made several moves over recent quarters. Officer Anthony E Cassella Jr sold 4,000 shares at $31.06 on January 27, 2025, totaling $124,240. Director Bonnie Susan Biumi bought 1,000 shares at $26.50 on February 24, 2025, worth $26,500, and picked up another 1,000 shares at $23.37 on March 11, 2025, for a total of $23,370. Later, Chief Executive Officer William Brett Mcgill sold 60,000 shares on August 25, 2025, valued at $1.65 million.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Wall Street firms have kept a cautious view on the stock through recent months. On July 21, 2026, B. Riley Securities lowered its stance to Neutral with a $35.00 target. Loop Capital and Benchmark both adjusted their views to Hold on August 11, 2026. Truist Securities moved the stock to Hold with a $53.00 target on August 12, 2026, and Citigroup followed up on October 5, 2026, setting a Neutral rating alongside a $53.00 target. Overall, the stock carries a consensus hold view from five analysts with a mean price target of $49.40.
About MarineMax
MarineMax operates as a retailer of recreational boats, yachts, and superyachts across the United States, alongside offering related repair and storage services. The company deals in new and used vessels ranging from fishing boats and pleasure craft to large motor yachts.
Bottom Line
Investors will look to MarineMax's upcoming earnings report on November 12, 2026, for fresh details on retail demand. Future filings will show whether institutional buyers like Abc Arbitrage maintain their new stakes.
Source: Abc Arbitrage's 13F filing on $HZO (Oct 23, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts