MarineMax (NYSE:HZO – Get Free Report) and Group 1 Automotive (NYSE:GPI – Get Free Report) are both consumer discretionary companies, but which is the superior stock? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their risk, valuation, analyst recommendations, earnings, profitability, institutional ownership and dividends.
Insider & Institutional Ownership
92.8% of MarineMax shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 99.9% of Group 1 Automotive shares are held by institutional investors. 3.2% of MarineMax shares are held by insiders. Comparatively, 2.4% of Group 1 Automotive shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, endowments and large money managers believe a company is poised for long-term growth.
Analyst Recommendations
This is a summary of recent ratings and price targets for MarineMax and Group 1 Automotive, as provided by MarketBeat.
| Sell Ratings | Hold Ratings | Buy Ratings | Strong Buy Ratings | Rating Score | |
| MarineMax | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2.00 |
| Group 1 Automotive | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2.20 |
Earnings & Valuation
This table compares MarineMax and Group 1 Automotive”s revenue, earnings per share and valuation.
| Gross Revenue | Price/Sales Ratio | Net Income | Earnings Per Share | Price/Earnings Ratio | |
| MarineMax | $2.31 billion | 0.50 | -$31.63 million | $0.14 | 374.75 |
| Group 1 Automotive | $22.57 billion | 0.12 | $325.20 million | $24.01 | 9.69 |
Group 1 Automotive has higher revenue and earnings than MarineMax. Group 1 Automotive is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than MarineMax, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.
Profitability
This table compares MarineMax and Group 1 Automotive’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.
| Net Margins | Return on Equity | Return on Assets | |
| MarineMax | 0.18% | 1.51% | 0.59% |
| Group 1 Automotive | 1.31% | 15.66% | 4.43% |
Risk and Volatility
MarineMax has a beta of 1.7, suggesting that its share price is 70% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Group 1 Automotive has a beta of 0.92, suggesting that its share price is 8% less volatile than the S&P 500.
Summary
Group 1 Automotive beats MarineMax on 10 of the 14 factors compared between the two stocks.
About MarineMax
MarineMax, Inc. operates as a recreational boat and yacht retailer and superyacht services company in the United States. It operates in two segments, Retail Operations and Product Manufacturing. The company sells new and used recreational boats, including pleasure and fishing boats, mega-yachts, yachts, sport cruisers, motor yachts, e-power yachts, pontoon boats, ski boats, jet boats, and other recreational boats. It also offers marine parts and accessories comprising marine electronics; dock and anchoring products that include boat fenders, lines, and anchors; boat covers; trailer parts; water sport accessories, which comprise tubes, lines, wakeboards, and skis; engine parts; oils; lubricants; steering and control systems; corrosion control products and service products; high-performance accessories, including propellers and instruments; and a line of boating accessories, such as life jackets, inflatables, and water sports equipment. In addition, the company provides novelty items, such as shirts, caps, and license plates; marine engines and equipment; maintenance, repair, and slip and storage services; and boat or yacht brokerage services, as well as yacht charters and power catamarans. Further, it offers new or used boat finance services; arranges insurance coverage, including boat property, disability, undercoating, gel sealant, fabric protection, trailer tire and wheel protection, and casualty insurance coverage; and manufactures and sells sport yachts and yachts. Additionally, the company operates MarineMax vacations in Tortola and British Virgin Islands. It also markets and sells its products through offsite locations and print catalog. MarineMax, Inc. was incorporated in 1998 and is based in Clearwater, Florida.
About Group 1 Automotive
Group 1 Automotive, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates in the automotive retail industry in the United States and the United Kingdom. The company sells new and used cars, light trucks, and vehicle parts, as well as service and insurance contracts; arranges related vehicle financing; and offers automotive maintenance and repair services. Group 1 Automotive, Inc. was incorporated in 1995 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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