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BRP Reports Robust Revenue Growth Amid Tariff Headwinds, Revises Annual Outlook

Powersports manufacturer navigates complex Q1, balancing strong sales with mounting geopolitical trade costs.

BRP Inc. announces Q1 FY27 results: surging revenues, mixed profitability, and a revised full-year forecast due to tariff impacts.

By The Daily Nines Editorial Staff|May 29, 2026|3 Min Read
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VALCOURT, QC BRP Inc., the prominent Canadian manufacturer of powersports vehicles, has unveiled its first fiscal quarter 2027 results, revealing a significant surge in revenues alongside a complex profitability landscape and a downward revision to its annual financial guidance. The company’s performance underscores the dual challenge of robust market demand and the mounting pressures of a volatile global trade environment.

For the three-month period ending April 30, 2026, BRP reported revenues of $2,391.8 million, marking an impressive 29.5% increase compared to the previous year. This substantial growth was primarily bolstered by higher shipments of off-road vehicles (ORVs) and personal watercraft (PWCs), alongside a favourable ORV product mix. However, net income for the quarter saw a 20.9% decrease, settling at $127.3 million. In contrast, normalized EBITDA experienced a sharp rise of 66.5% to $334.4 million, indicating strong operational performance before certain non-recurring or non-cash items.

Denis Le Vot, President and CEO of BRP, remarked that the first quarter financial results surpassed internal expectations, attributing the success to elevated volumes, stringent cost management, and a more conducive promotional landscape. He also highlighted sustained retail momentum in key ORV segments, driven by new product introductions in the latter half of the preceding fiscal year. Amidst a quarter marked by significant shifts in tariff policies, Mr. Le Vot noted the swift action taken by his teams to define mitigation measures, as detailed in the company's financial disclosures, a summary of which was initially reported by Benzinga.

The company's North American Powersports retail sales experienced a 7% decline year-over-year, largely influenced by a robust end-of-season for Snowmobiles in the prior period. While BRP secured market share gains in North American ORV segments, it faced challenges in the PWC category. The revised full-year guidance now projects revenues between $9.1 billion and $9.4 billion, with normalized diluted earnings per share anticipated to range from $3.00 to $3.50. This adjustment explicitly incorporates incremental tariff costs, net of the company's mitigation efforts.

The broader economic context of fluctuating international trade relations and supply chain dynamics continues to pose significant considerations for global manufacturers. BRP's proactive stance in addressing these geopolitical headwinds, while simultaneously focusing on product innovation and strengthening its dealer network, is poised to protect its long-term growth prospects. The company's ability to adapt to these external pressures, balancing aggressive growth strategies with prudent financial adjustments, will be critical in navigating the remainder of its fiscal year.

Looking ahead, BRP anticipates a decline in its second fiscal quarter normalized diluted earnings per share, attributing this to the continuing impact of tariffs, the timing of PWC shipments, and higher tax incentives recorded in the comparable period last year. The revised outlook reflects a strategic recalibration in response to a complex and evolving operational environment.

Originally reported by Benzinga. Read the original article