Biggest changeThe decrease in operating cash flows is primarily attributable to a decrease in operating assets and liabilities, net of business acquisitions, as a source of cash of $93.3 million, from $98.9 million in 2023 compared to $5.6 million in 2024, a decrease in net income of $4.5 million and an increase in deferred income taxes of $5.9 million, partially offset by increased depreciation and amortization expense of $22.0 million and loss on extinguishment of debt of $2.5 million.
Biggest changeThe increase in operating cash flows is primarily attributable to a $42.0 million increase in deferred income taxes, a $3.7 million increase in depreciation and amortization, a $2.4 million increase in loss on sale of assets, and a $2.3 million increase related to stock based compensation, partially offset by changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of business acquisitions, which represented a source of cash of $5.6 million in 2024 compared to a use of cash of $32.9 million in 2025 as well as a $3.3 million decrease in net income compared to 2024. 35 Table of Contents Investing Activities: Net cash used in investing activities decreased $306.4 million, to $206.5 million in 2025 compared to $512.8 million in 2024 primarily due to a decrease in cash used in business acquisitions, which were $121.7 million in 2025, compared to $411.7 million in 2024, and a $23.3 million decrease in other investing activities, partially offset by a $7.2 million increase in cash used for capital expenditures.
As of December 31, 2024, the Company's existing cash and cash equivalents, cash generated from operations, and available borrowings under its 2024 Credit Facility are expected to be sufficient to meet anticipated cash needs for working capital and capital expenditures for at least the next 12 months, exclusive of any acquisitions, based on its current cash flow budgets and forecast of short-term and long-term liquidity needs.
As of December 31, 2025, the Company's existing cash and cash equivalents, cash generated from operations, and available borrowings under its 2024 Credit Facility are expected to be sufficient to meet anticipated cash needs for working capital and capital expenditures for at least the next 12 months, exclusive of any acquisitions, based on its current cash flow budgets and forecast of short-term and long-term liquidity needs.
See Notes 17 "Segment Information" of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this Form 10-K for additional details. Net sales pertaining to the manufacturing and distribution segments as stated in the table below and in the following discussions include intersegment sales. Gross profit includes the impact of intersegment operating activity.
See Note 17 "Segment Information" of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this Form 10-K for additional details. Net sales pertaining to the manufacturing and distribution segments as stated in the table below and in the following discussions include intersegment sales. Gross profit includes the impact of intersegment operating activity.
No changes in the year ended December 31, 2024 to provisional fair value estimates of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in acquisitions were material. If the subsequent actual results and updated projections of the underlying business activity change compared with the assumptions and projections used to develop the acquisition date fair value estimates, we could record future impairment charges.
No changes in the year ended December 31, 2025 to provisional fair value estimates of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in acquisitions were material. If the subsequent actual results and updated projections of the underlying business activity change compared with the assumptions and projections used to develop the acquisition date fair value estimates, we could record future impairment charges.
The Company’s reporting units are defined as one level below our operating segments, Manufacturing and Distribution, which are the same as our reportable segments. In evaluating goodwill for impairment, either a qualitative or quantitative assessment is performed. The Company performed a quantitative assessment for all reporting units in 2024.
The Company’s reporting units are defined as one level below our operating segments, Manufacturing and Distribution, which are the same as our reportable segments. In evaluating goodwill for impairment, either a qualitative or quantitative assessment is performed. The Company performed a quantitative assessment for all reporting units in 2025.
Patrick’s results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the year ended December 31, 2022 along with components of change compared to the prior year that have been omitted under this item can be found in Part II, Item 7.
Patrick’s results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the year ended December 31, 2023 along with components of change compared to the prior year that have been omitted under this item can be found in Part II, Item 7.
CONSOLIDATED OPERATING RESULTS The following table sets forth the percentage relationship to net sales of certain items on the Company’s consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
CONSOLIDATED OPERATING RESULTS The following table sets forth the percentage relationship to net sales of certain items on the Company’s consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
In addition, we estimate the economic lives of certain acquired assets and these lives are used to calculate depreciation and amortization expense. If our estimates of the economic lives change, depreciation or amortization expenses could be increased or decreased, or the acquired assets could be impaired. 36 Table of Contents
In addition, we estimate the economic lives of certain acquired assets and these lives are used to calculate depreciation and amortization expense. If our estimates of the economic lives change, depreciation or amortization expenses could be increased or decreased, or the acquired assets could be impaired.
The Company regularly evaluates the performance of the manufacturing and distribution segments and allocates resources to them based on a variety of indicators including net sales and operating income. The Company does not measure profitability at the 32 Table of Contents end market (RV, marine, powersports, MH and industrial) level.
The Company regularly evaluates the performance of the manufacturing and distribution segments and allocates resources to them based on a variety of indicators including net sales, gross profit and operating income. The Company does not measure profitability at the end market (RV, marine, powersports, MH and industrial) level.
The required maximum consolidated secured net leverage ratio and the required minimum consolidated interest coverage ratio, as such ratios are defined in the 2024 Credit Agreement, compared to the actual amounts as of December 31, 2024 and for the fiscal period then ended are as follows: Required Actual Consolidated secured net leverage ratio (12-month period) 2.75 0.40 Consolidated interest coverage ratio (12-month period) 3.00 6.05 In addition, as of December 31, 2024, the Company's consolidated total net leverage ratio (12-month period) was 2.71.
The required maximum consolidated secured net leverage ratio and the required minimum consolidated interest coverage ratio, as such ratios are defined in the 2024 Credit Agreement, compared to the actual amounts as of December 31, 2025 and for the fiscal period then ended are as follows: Required Actual Consolidated secured net leverage ratio (12-month period) 2.75 0.34 Consolidated interest coverage ratio (12-month period) 3.00 6.63 In addition, as of December 31, 2025, the Company's consolidated total net leverage ratio (12-month period) was 2.62.
The Company’s acquisitions include purchased goodwill and other intangible assets. Goodwill represents the excess of cost over the fair value of the net assets acquired. Other intangible assets acquired are classified as customer relationships, non-compete agreements, patents and trademarks.
Goodwill represents the excess of cost over the fair value of the net assets acquired. Other intangible assets acquired are classified as customer relationships, non-compete agreements, patents and trademarks.
Although management believes that its estimates and assumptions are reasonable, they are based upon information available when they are made. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. The Company has identified the following critical accounting policies and estimates: 35 Table of Contents Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets.
Although management believes that its estimates and assumptions are reasonable, they are based upon information available when they are made. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. The Company has identified the following critical accounting policies and estimates: Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets. The Company’s acquisitions include purchased goodwill and other intangible assets.
The decrease in the effective tax rate in 2024 is primarily related to increased excess tax benefits on share-based compensation. BUSINESS SEGMENTS The Company's reportable segments, manufacturing and distribution, are based on its method of internal reporting.
The increase in the effective tax rate in 2025 compared to 2024 is primarily related to decreased excess tax benefits on share-based compensation. BUSINESS SEGMENTS The Company's reportable segments, manufacturing and distribution, are based on its method of internal reporting.
Operating income in 2024 and 2023 included $47.2 million and $1.0 million, respectively, from the businesses acquired in each respective year. Operating income as a percentage of net sales decreased 60 basis points to 6.9% in 2024 compared to 7.5% in 2023.
Operating income as a percentage of net sales increased 10 basis points to 7.0% in 2025 compared to 6.9% in 2024. Operating income in 2025 and 2024 included $1.3 million and $47.2 million, respectively, from the businesses acquired in each respective year.
Cash Flows Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared to 2023 Operating Activities: Cash flows from operating activities are one of the Company's primary sources of liquidity, representing the net income the Company earned in the reported periods, adjusted for certain non-cash items and changes in operating assets and liabilities.
Cash Flows Operating Activities: Cash flows from operating activities are one of the Company's primary sources of liquidity, representing the net income the Company earned in the reported periods, adjusted for certain non-cash items and changes in operating assets and liabilities.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, combined new housing starts decreased 4% compared to 2023, reflecting a decrease in multifamily housing starts of 25%, partially offset by an increase in single-family housing starts of 6%.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, combined new housing starts decreased 2% compared to 2024, reflecting a decrease in single-family housing starts of 7%, partially offset by an increase in multifamily housing starts of 12%.
Net sales in 2024 increased approximately $247.6 million, or 7%, to $3.72 billion compared to $3.47 billion in 2023. Net sales in 2024 increased due to increased sales to the powersports, RV and MH markets, partially offset by decreased sales to the marine and industrial markets.
Net sales in 2025 increased approximately $235.1 million, or 6%, to $3.95 billion compared to $3.72 billion in 2024. Net sales in 2025 increased due to increased sales to the RV, marine, powersports and industrial markets, partially offset by decreased sales to the MH market.
Fair value is measured using a relief-from-royalty approach, a form of discounted cash flow method. Estimated royalty rates applied to projected revenues are based on comparable industry studies and consideration of operating margins. Discount rates are derived in a manner similar to what is done in testing goodwill for impairment.
Fair value is measured using a relief-from-royalty approach, a form of discounted cash flow method. Estimated royalty rates applied to projected revenues are based on comparable industry studies and consideration of operating margins.
Financing Activities Net cash flows provided by financing activities was $208.2 million in 2024 compared to net cash flows used in financing activities of $333.6 million in 2023.
Financing Activities: Net cash flows used in financing activities was $130.1 million in 2025 compared to net cash flows provided by financing activities of $208.2 million in 2024.
Net sales to the industrial market decreased 1% during the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to 2023. Overall, our revenues in these markets are focused on residential and multifamily housing, hospitality, high-rise housing and office, 30 Table of Contents commercial construction and institutional furniture markets.
Net sales to the industrial market increased 4% during the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to 2024. Overall, our revenues in these markets are focused on residential and multifamily housing, hospitality, high-rise housing and office, commercial construction, institutional furniture markets and other non-housing categories.
In general, the Company's cost of goods sold percentage can be impacted from period-to-period by demand changes in certain market sectors that can result in fluctuating costs of certain raw materials and commodity-based components that are utilized in production. 31 Table of Contents Gross Profit.
In general, the Company's cost of goods sold percentage can be impacted from period-to-period by demand changes in certain market sectors that can result in fluctuating costs of certain raw materials and commodity-based components that are utilized in production. Gross Profit. Gross profit increased $77.0 million or 9%, to $912.9 million in 2025 compared to $835.9 million in 2024.
Industrial Market The industrial market is comprised primarily of kitchen cabinet, countertop, hospitality, retail and commercial fixtures, and office and household furniture markets and regional distributors. Net sales to the industrial market comprised approximately 13% and 14% of the Company's consolidated net sales for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Industrial Market The industrial market is comprised primarily of U.S. residential housing market and non-housing market categories and includes kitchen cabinet, countertop, hospitality, retail and commercial fixtures, and office and household furniture markets and regional distributors. Net sales to the industrial market comprised approximately 13% of the Company's consolidated net sales in both years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
Sales to the RV market increased $121.9 million, or 8%, to $1.63 billion in 2024 compared to $1.50 billion in 2023, due to industry volume growth and the Company’s acquisition of ICON Direct LLC which does business as RecPro (“RecPro”) in the third quarter of 2024.
Sales to the RV market increased $150.9 million, or 9%, to $1.78 billion in 2025 31 Table of Contents compared to $1.63 billion in 2024, primarily due to industry volume growth and the Company’s acquisition of ICON Direct LLC, doing business as RecPro (“RecPro”) in the third quarter of 2024.
As a percentage of net sales, cost of goods sold increased 10-basis points during 2024 to 77.5% compared to 77.4% in 2023.
As a percentage of net sales, cost of goods sold decreased 60 basis points during 2025 to 76.9% compared to 77.5% in 2024.
Warehouse and Delivery Expenses. Warehouse and delivery expenses increased $11.9 million, or 8%, to $155.8 million in 2024 compared to $143.9 million in 2023. As a percentage of net sales, warehouse and delivery expenses increased 10 basis points to 4.2% in 2024 compared to 4.1% in 2023.
Warehouse and Delivery Expenses. Warehouse and delivery expenses increased $22.1 million, or 14%, to $178.0 million in 2025 compared to $155.8 million in 2024. As a percentage of net sales, warehouse and delivery expenses increased 30 basis points to 4.5% in 2025 compared to 4.2% in 2024.
In 2024 and 2023 , net sales attributable to acquisitions completed in each of those years was $295.7 million and $17.7 million , respectively. Cost of Goods Sold. Cost of goods sold increased $194.0 million, or 7%, to $2.88 billion in 2024 compared to $2.69 billion in 2023.
In 2025 and 2024, net sales attributable to acquisitions completed in each of t hose years was $44.0 million and $295.7 million , respectively. Cost of Goods Sold. Cost of goods sold increased $158.1 million, or 5%, to $3.04 billion in 2025 compared to $2.88 billion in 2024.
The decrease in gross profit as a percentage of net sales in 2024 compared to 2023 reflects the impact of the factors discussed above under “Cost of Goods Sold”.
As a percentage of net sales, gross profit increased 60 basis points to 23.1% in 2025 compared to 22.5% in 2024. The increase in gross profit as a percentage of net sales in 2025 compared to 2024 reflects the impact of the factors discussed above under “Cost of Goods Sold”.
The decrease in operating income as a percentage of net sales is primarily attributable to the items discussed above. Interest Expense, Net. Interest expense, net, increased $10.5 million, or 15%, to $79.5 million in 2024 compared to $68.9 million in 2023.
The increase in operating income and operating income as a percentage of net sales is primarily attributable to the items discussed above. Interest Expense, Net. Interest expense, net, decreased $5.0 million, or 6%, to $74.5 million in 2025 compared to $79.5 million in 2024.
As of December 31, 2024, our liquidity consisted of cash and cash equivalents of $33.6 million and $770.0 million of availability under our 2024 Credit Facility.
As of December 31, 2025, our liquidity consisted of cash and cash equivalents of $26.4 million and $791.5 million of availability under our 2024 Credit Facility.
Based on the results of the Company's analyses, the estimated fair value of each of the Company's reporting units and trademarks was determined to exceed the carrying value for each of the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 and so no impairments were recognized.
Discount rates are derived in a manner similar to what is done in testing goodwill for impairment. 36 Table of Contents Based on the results of the Company's analyses, the estimated fair value of each of the Company's reporting units and trademarks was determined to exceed the carrying value for each of the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023 and so no impairments were recognized.
Sales to the RV market increased 4% compared to 2023, primarily attributable to the Company’s acquisition of RecPro in the third quarter of 2024. Sales to the marine market increased 3% compared to 2023. Sales to the industrial market increased 2% compared to 2023, primarily reflecting product mix shifts by certain customers.
Sales to the RV market increased $25.9 million, or 5%, compared to 2024, primarily attributable to the Company’s acquisition of RecPro in the third quarter of 2024. Sales to the industrial market increased $3.7 million, or 10%, compared to 2024, primarily due to market share gains and product mix shifts by certain customers.
Manufacturing sales increased $103.2 million, or 4%, to $2.76 billion in 2024 compared to $2.65 billion in 2023. The manufacturing segment accounted for approximately 74% of the Company’s consolidated net sales in 2024 compared to approximately 75% of the Company's consolidated net sales in 2023.
Manufacturing segment sales increased $202.4 million, or 7%, to $2.96 billion in 2025 compared to $2.76 billion in 2024. The manufacturing segment accounted for approximately 74% of the Company’s consolidated sales for each of the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
According to Company estimates based on data published by the National Marine Manufacturers Association ("NMMA"), wholesale powerboat unit shipments totaled approximately 143,900 units in 2024, a decrease of 25% compared to 192,300 units in 2023. According to SSI, we estimate marine retail powerboat shipments totaled approximately 165,000 units in 2024, a decrease of 8% from approximately 179,500 units in 2023.
According to Company estimates based on data published by the National Marine Manufacturers Association ("NMMA"), wholesale powerboat unit shipments totaled approximately 140,100 units in 2025, a decrease of 4% compared to 146,000 units in 2024.
As a percentage of sales, gross profit increased 90 basis points 22.9% in 2024 compared to 22.0% in 2023. The increase in gross profit as a percentage of net sales for 2024 is primarily attributed to decreases in material and labor costs as a percentage of net sales. Operating Income.
As a percentage of sales, gross profit increased 190 basis points to 24.8% in 2025 compared to 22.9% in 2024. The increase in manufacturing gross profit is attributable to increased sales. The increase to gross profit as a percentage of sales is attributable to decreased labor and material costs as a percentage of sales. 34 Table of Contents Operating Income.
The increase in 2024 compared to 2023 primarily reflect the impact of the Sportech acquisition as well as other acquisitions completed in 2024 and 2023. Operating Income. Operating income decreased $2.2 million, or 1%, to $258.0 million in 2024 compared to $260.2 million in 2023.
Amortization of intangible assets increased $1.0 million, or 1%, in 2025 compared to 2024. The increase in 2025 compared to 2024 primarily reflects the impact of the RecPro acquisition as well as other acquisitions completed in 2025 and 2024. Operating Income. Operating income increased $17.9 million, or 7%, to $276.0 million in 2025 compared to $258.0 million in 2024.
According to the RV Industry Association (“RVIA”), RV industry wholesale unit shipments totaled approximately 333,700 units in 2024, an increase of 7% from approximately 313,200 units in 2023. According to Statistical Surveys, Inc. ("SSI"), RV industry retail unit sales totaled approximately 352,700 units in 2024, a decrease of 7% from approximately 380,700 units in 2023.
According to the RV Industry Association (“RVIA”), RV industry wholesale unit shipments totaled approximately 342,200 units in 2025, an increase of 3% compared to approximately 333,700 units in 2024. According to Company estimates based on data from Statistical Surveys, Inc.
Net sales to the powersports industry comprised approximately 10% and 4% of the Company's consolidated net sales for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Net sales to the powersports industry increased 189% during the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to 2023.
The RV industry is our primary market and comprised 45% and 44% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Net sales to the RV industry increased 9% for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to 2024.
Marine Industry Net sales to the marine industry comprised approximately 15% and 23% of the Company's consolidated net sales for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Net sales to the marine industry in the year ended December 31, 2024 decreased 27% compared to 2023.
Net sales to the marine industry comprised approximately 15% of the Company's consolidated net sales for each of the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024. Net sales to the marine industry in the year ended December 31, 2025 increased 6% compared to 2024. Our marine revenue is generally correlated to marine wholesale powerboat unit shipments.
"Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 filed with the SEC on February 29, 2024. 29 Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Overview of Markets and Related Industry Performance Recreational Vehicle ("RV") Industry The RV industry is our primary market and comprised 44% and 43% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
"Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the SEC on February 20, 2025. 29 Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Overview of Markets and Related Industry Performance Recreational Vehicle ("RV") Industry The Company’s RV products are sold primarily to major manufacturers of RVs, smaller original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), and to a lesser extent, manufacturers in adjacent industries.
Sales to the marine market decreased $211.9 million, or 27%, to $570.7 million in 2024 compared to $782.6 million in 2023 primarily attributable to a decrease in estimated powerboat wholesale unit shipments of 25% compared to 2023. Sales to the industrial market decreased $6.5 million, or 1%, compared to 2023.
Sales to the marine market increased $35.7 million, or 6%, to $606.4 million in 2025 compared to $570.7 million in 2024, primarily attributable to acquisitions completed in 2025, partially offset by a decrease in estimated powerboat wholesale unit shipments of 4% compared to 2024.
The Company will continue to assess its liquidity position and potential sources of supplemental liquidity in view of operating performance, current economic and capital market conditions, and other relevant circumstances. 34 Table of Contents As of and for the reporting period ended December 31, 2024, the Company was in compliance with its financial covenants under the Company’s Fifth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "2024 Credit Agreement").
The Company will continue to assess its liquidity position and potential sources of supplemental liquidity in view of operating performance, current economic and capital market conditions, and other relevant circumstances.
Cost of goods sold as a percentage of net sales increased in 2024 compared to 2023 primarily as a result of a 50-basis point increase in overhead as a percentage of net sales due to higher research and development costs, partially offset by a 40-basis point decrease in labor as a percentage of net sales.
The decrease in cost of goods sold as a percentage of net sales in 2025 reflects a 50 basis point decrease in labor and 20 basis point decrease in overhead as a percentage of net sales, partially offset by a 10 basis point increase in material as a percentage of net sales.
Manufacturing segment sales in 2024 compared to 2023 increased due to increased sales to the powersports, MH and RV markets, partially offset by decreased sales to the marine and industrial markets. Sales to the powersports market increased 210% in 2024 compared to 2023, primarily attributable to the Company’s acquisition of Sportech in the first quarter of 2024.
Manufacturing segment sales in 2025 compared to 2024 increased due to increased sales to the RV, marine, powersports and industrial markets, partially offset by decreased sales to the MH market. Sales to the RV market increased $125.0 million, or 11%, compared to 2024, due to an increase in estimated wholesale units of 3% compared to 2024.
For 2024 and 2023, distribution segment sales attributable to acquisitions completed in each of those years were $20.3 million and $14.1 million, respectively. Gross Profit. Distribution segment gross profit increased $29.4 million, or 15%, to $224.9 million in 2024 compared to $195.5 million in 2023.
Sales to the marine market decreased $0.3 million, or 1%, compared to 2024. For 2024, distribution segment sales attributable to acquisitions completed in 2024 were $20.3 million. Gross Profit. Distribution segment gross profit increased $26.6 million, or 12%, to $251.4 million in 2025 compared to $224.9 million in 2024.
The increase in warehouse and delivery expenses in 2024 compared to 2023 is primarily attributable to the increase in sales, and the increase as a percentage of net sales is primarily related to an increase in certain expenses that are fixed in nature, including fleet and insurance expenses. Selling, General and Administrative ("SG&A") Expenses.
The increase in warehouse and delivery expenses in 2025 compared to 2024 is primarily attributable to the increase in sales, and the increase as a percentage of net sales is primarily related to higher freight costs. Selling, General and Administrative ("SG&A") Expenses. SG&A expenses increased $35.8 million, or 11%, to $361.6 million in 2025 compared to $325.8 million in 2024.
Net sales to the MH industry increased 20% during the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to 2023. MH sales are generally correlated to MH industry wholesale unit shipments.
Net sales to the MH industry comprised approximately 17% and 18% of the Company's consolidated net sales for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Net sales to the MH industry decreased less than 1% during the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to 2024. MH sales are generally correlated to MH industry wholesale unit shipments.
Net cash provided by operating activities decreased $81.9 million, or 20%, to $326.8 million in 2024 compared to $408.7 million in 2023.
Net cash provided by operating activities increased $2.6 million, or 1%, to $329.4 million in 2025 compared to $326.8 million in 2024.
The change in cash flow from financing activities was primarily due to net borrowings of $100 million under the Revolver due 2029 and proceeds from the issuance of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 6.375% Senior Notes in 2024 and compared to cash used in 2023 to redeem the $172.5 million 1.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2023, partially offset by the redemption of the $300 million 7.50% Senior Notes in 2024.
The change in financing cash flows primarily reflects proceeds from the issuance of $500 million of 6.375% Senior Notes in 2024, partially offset by the redemption of $300 million of 7.50% Senior Notes in 2024 and a $125.0 million decrease in financing cash flows related to the Revolver due 2029 compared to 2024. Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements None.
SG&A expenses increased $26.3 million, or 9%, to $325.8 million in 2024 compared to $299.4 million in 2023. As a percentage of net sales, SG&A expenses were 8.8% in 2024 and 8.6% in 2023.
As a percentage of net sales, SG&A expenses increased 40 basis points to 9.2% in 2025 compared to 8.8% in 2024.
The increase in SG&A expenses as a percentage of net sales in 2024 compared to 2023 is primarily attributable to the Sportech acquisition-related costs, increased technology expenses and deferred financing costs write-off mentioned above, partially offset by decreased incentive compensation, wages and insurance expenses.
The increase in SG&A expenses as a percentage of net sales in 2025 compared to 2024 is primarily due to increased incentive compensation, selling expenses, technology expenses, and loss on sales of assets, partially offset by decreased professional fees. 32 Table of Contents Amortization of Intangible Assets.
According to Company estimates based on industry data from the Manufactured Housing Institute, MH industry wholesale unit shipments totaled approximately 103,300 units in 2024, an increase of 16% compared to 89,200 units in 2023, primarily driven by OEMs increasing production from significantly reduced levels in 2023 in anticipation of a recovery in demand.
Based on industry data from the Manufactured Housing Institute, MH industry wholesale unit shipments totaled 102,700 units in 2025, a decrease of 1% compared to approximately 103,300 units in 2024.
Year Ended December 31, $ Change % Change ($ in thousands) 2024 2023 Net sales $ 3,715,683 100.0 % $ 3,468,045 100.0 % $ 247,638 7 % Cost of goods sold 2,879,793 77.5 2,685,812 77.4 193,981 7 Gross profit 835,890 22.5 782,233 22.6 53,657 7 Warehouse and delivery expenses 155,821 4.2 143,921 4.1 11,900 8 Selling, general and administrative expenses 325,754 8.8 299,418 8.6 26,336 9 Amortization of intangible assets 96,275 2.6 78,694 2.3 17,581 22 Operating income 258,040 6.9 260,200 7.5 (2,160) (1) Interest expense, net 79,470 2.1 68,942 2.0 10,528 15 Income taxes 40,169 1.1 48,361 1.5 (8,192) (17) Net income $ 138,401 3.7 $ 142,897 4.1 $ (4,496) (3) Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared to 2023 Net Sales.
Year Ended December 31, $ Change % Change ($ in thousands) 2025 2024 Net sales $ 3,950,773 100.0 % $ 3,715,683 100.0 % $ 235,090 6 % Cost of goods sold 3,037,913 76.9 % 2,879,793 77.5 % 158,120 5 % Gross profit 912,860 23.1 % 835,890 22.5 % 76,970 9 % Warehouse and delivery expenses 177,969 4.5 % 155,821 4.2 % 22,148 14 % Selling, general and administrative expenses 361,588 9.2 % 325,754 8.8 % 35,834 11 % Amortization of intangible assets 97,314 2.5 % 96,275 2.6 % 1,039 1 % Operating income 275,989 7.0 % 258,040 6.9 % 17,949 7 % Interest expense, net 74,507 1.9 % 79,470 2.1 % (4,963) (6) % Other expenses 24,420 0.6 % — — % 24,420 N/A Income taxes 42,006 1.1 % 40,169 1.1 % 1,837 5 % Net income $ 135,056 3.4 % $ 138,401 3.7 % $ (3,345) (2) % Year Ended December 31, 2025 Compared to 2024 Net Sales.
Manufacturing segment operating income increased $19.9 million, or 6%, to $341.0 million in 2024 compared to $321.1 million in 2023. Manufacturing segment operating income in 2024 attributable to acquisitions completed in such year was approximately $46.5 million and manufacturing segment operating loss in 2023 attributable to acquisitions completed in such year was $(0.6) million.
Manufacturing segment operating income in 2025 attributable to acquisitions completed during the year was approximately $1.3 million compared to manufacturing segment operating income of $46.5 million in 2024 attributable to acquisitions completed during that year. Distribution Sales. Distribution segment sales increased $34.2 million, or 3%, to $1.01 billion in 2025 compared to $980.1 million in 2024.
Sales to the marine market decreased 29% compared to 2023, primarily attributable to a decrease in estimated powerboat wholesale unit shipments of 25%. Sales to the industrial market decreased 2% compared to 2023. For 2024 and 2023, manufacturing segment sales attributable to acquisitions completed in each of those years were $275.4 million and $3.6 million, respectively. Gross Profit.
For 2025 and 2024, manufacturing segment sales attributable to acquisitions completed in each of those years were $44.0 million and $275.4 million, respectively. Gross Profit. Manufacturing segment gross profit increased $43.6 million, or 7%, to $656.2 million in 2025 compared to $612.6 million in 2024. As a percentage of sales, gross profit was 22.2% in both 2025 and 2024.
The distribution segment accounted for approximately 26% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for 2024 compared to 25% of the Company's consolidated net sales in 2023. Distribution segment sales in 2024 compared to 2023 increased due to increased sales to all five of our end markets.
The distribution segment accounted for approximately 26% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for each of the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024. Distribution segment sales in 2025 compared to 2024 increased due to increased sales to the RV, industrial, powersports and MH markets, partially offset by decreased sales to the marine market.
Following a dealer inventory restocking in the first half of 2024, OEMs reduced production slightly in the second half of 2024 as retail demand decreased, with dealers managing inventory levels and the OEMs demonstrating operating discipline to maintain a balanced inventory channel for the long-term health and stability of the industry.
Following a dealer inventory restocking in the first half of 2024, OEMs reduced production levels slightly in the second half of the year as dealers actively managed inventory levels as retail demand softened. In 2025, dealer inventory dynamics continued to normalize, with inventory reductions moderating as dealer inventory levels moved closer to targeted levels.
Sales to the MH market increased $113.9 million, or 20%, to $682.1 million in 2024 compared to $568.2 million in 2023, primarily due to an increase in estimated MH industry wholesale unit shipments of approximately 16%.
Sales to the MH market decreased $0.6 million, or less than 1%, to $681.5 million in 2025 compared to $682.1 million in 2024, due to a decrease in MH industry wholesale unit shipments of 1% compared to 2024.
The increase in SG&A expenses in 2024 compared to 2023 is primarily due to increased wages, $5.0 million of transaction costs associated with the acquisition of Sportech, increased technology expenses and the $2.5 million write-off of deferred financing costs due to early payment debt, partially offset by decreased incentive compensation and insurance expenses.
The increase in SG&A expenses in 2025 compared to 2024 is primarily due to the cost profile of certain 2024 acquisitions, increased wages, incentive compensation, selling expenses, technology expenses, and loss on sales of assets, partially offset by decreased professional fees.
The increase in gross profit as a percentage of sales in 2024 compared to 2023 is attributable to decreases in material and labor costs as a percentage of sales, partially offset by increased overhead costs as a percentage of sales. Operating Income.
The increase in operating income is attributable to increased sales. The decrease to operating income as a percentage of sales is primarily related to an increase in selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of sales.
Income tax expense decreased $8.2 million, or 17%, to $40.2 million in 2024 compared to $48.4 million in 2023 as a result of the decrease in pre-tax income and a decrease in the effective tax rate. For 2024, the effective tax rate was 22.5% compared to 25.3% in 2023.
Income tax expense increased $1.8 million, or 5%, to $42.0 million in 2025 compared to $40.2 million in 2024. This increase primarily reflects an increase in the effective tax rate to 23.7% in 2025 compared to 22.5% in 2024, partially offset by a decrease in income before taxes of $1.5 million.
Distribution segment operating income increased $14.6 million, or 16%, to $104.7 million in 2024 compared to $90.1 million in 2023. For 2024 and 2023 distribution segment operating income attributable to acquisitions completed in each of those years was immaterial. The increase in operating income in 2024 primarily reflects the items discussed above.
The decrease in operating income and operating income as a percentage of sales is attributable to the items discussed above, as well as an increase in operating expenses and operating expenses as a percentage of sales. Distribution segment operating income in 2024 attributable to acquisitions completed during the year was immaterial.
Manufacturing segment gross profit increased $35.3 million, or 6%, to $612.6 million in 2024 compared to $577.3 million in 2023. As a percentage of sales, gross profit increased 40 basis points to 22.2% in 2024 compared to 21.8% in 2023.
The increase in manufacturing gross profit is attributable to increased sales. Operating Income. Manufacturing segment operating income increased $17.1 million, or 5%, to $358.0 million in 2025 compared to $341.0 million in 2024. As a percentage of sales, operating income decreased 30 basis points to 12.1% in 2025 compared to 12.4% in 2024.
Gross profit increased $53.7 million or 7%, to $835.9 million in 2024 compared to $782.2 million in 2023. As a percentage of net sales, gross profit decreased to 22.5% in 2024 compared to 22.6% in 2023.
Distribution segment operating income decreased $1.7 million, or 2%, to $103.0 million in 2025 compared to $104.7 million in 2024. As a percentage of sales, operating income decreased 50 basis points to 10.2% in 2025 compared to 10.7% in 2024.
Powersports Industry Through acquisitions completed in recent years, the Company entered the powersports end market. Previously, our sales to the powersports end market were included in the Company’s marine end market sales.
According to SSI, we estimate marine retail powerboat shipments totaled approximately 152,300 units in 2025, a decrease of 8% compared to approximately 165,200 units in 2024. Powersports Industry Through acquisitions completed in recent years, the Company entered the powersports end market.
The Company's sales to the powersports market increased $230.3 million, or 189%, in 2024 compared to 2023, primarily attributable to the Company’s acquisition of Sportech in the first quarter of 2024.
The Company's sales to the powersports market increased $31.9 million, or 9%, in 2025 compared to 2024, primarily attributable to the continued growth of Patrick's attachment rates on premium utility vehicles and a recovery in utility vehicle wholesale unit shipments.
Sales to the MH market increased 23% compared to 2023, primarily due to an increase in estimated MH industry wholesale unit shipments of approximately 16%. Sales to the powersports market increased 6% compared to 2023, primarily attributable to product mix shifts by certain customers.
Sales to the industrial market increased $17.2 million, or 4%, in 2025 compared to 2024, primarily attributable to market share gains and product mix shifts by certain customers.