Holley Inc. (NYSE: HLLY) is a premier designer and manufacturer of high-performance automotive aftermarket products, with a rich history dating back to 1903 when brothers George and Earl Holley founded the company in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Today headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee (with significant operations in Bowling Green, Kentucky), the company has ...Holley Inc. (NYSE: HLLY) is a premier designer and manufacturer of high-performance automotive aftermarket products, with a rich history dating back to 1903 when brothers George and Earl Holley founded the company in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Today headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee (with significant operations in Bowling Green, Kentucky), the company has evolved into a comprehensive provider for car and truck enthusiasts, catering to a diverse customer base across North America and other regions.
Business-wise, Holley operates in the consumer cyclical sector, specifically within the auto parts industry. The company's product portfolio spans the entire vehicle performance spectrum: from engine components such as carburetors, EFI systems, fuel pumps, nitrous oxide kits, superchargers, and headers, to drivetrain parts like shifters and converters, as well as chassis and safety gear including wheels, suspension parts, helmets, and firesuits. These are marketed under iconic brands like Holley, Holley EFI, APR, MSD, Flowmaster, Powerteq, Accel, and Simpson, ensuring strong brand recognition among enthusiasts.
Financially, Holley generates revenue through a multi-channel distribution strategy, selling directly to retailers, through distributors, and via its online platform. As of the latest TTM data, the company has a market cap of approximately $381.6 million, with a price-to-sales ratio of 0.62, indicating a relatively low valuation relative to revenue. The gross profit margin stands at 41.9%, reflecting robust pricing power. The company has a moderate debt load, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.19, and an enterprise value of $845.9 million. Despite a modest net profit margin of 1.7%, the company generates positive cash flow from operations, with an operating cash flow of $55 million and free cash flow of $30.2 million. Research and development investment is 2.8% of revenue, showing commitment to innovation.
Key leadership includes CEO Matthew J. Stevenson, who took the helm in June 2023, bringing extensive experience in the automotive and consumer products sectors. The company employs around 1,407 full-time employees, placing it in the 1001-2000 employee range. Under Stevenson's guidance, Holley aims to strengthen its brand portfolio, enhance digital engagement, and navigate a challenging economic environment while capturing growth in the performance aftermarket. The company remains a staple for automotive enthusiasts, celebrating its long-standing legacy while driving future innovation.
Operator: Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the conference call to discuss Holley's second quarter 2026 earnings results. [Operator Instructions] Please be advised that reproduction of this call, in whole or in part, is not permitted without written authorization of Holley. And as a reminder, this call is being recorded and will be made available for future playback. I would now like to introduce your host for today's call, Anthony Rozmus with Investor Relations. Please go ahead.
Anthony Rozmus: Good morning, and welcome to Holley's second quarter of 2026 earnings conference call. On the call with me today are President and Chief Executive Officer Matthew Stevenson; and Chief Financial Officer Jesse Weaver. This webcast and the presentation materials, including non-GAAP reconciliation, are available on our Investor Relations website. Our discussion today includes forward-looking statements that are based off our best view of the world and of our businesses as we see them today and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the ones described in our SEC filings. This morning, we'll review our financial results for the second quarter 2026. At the end -- at the conclusion of the prepared remarks, we'll open up the line for questions. With that, I'll turn the call over to our CEO, Matthew Stevenson.
Matthew Stevenson: Thank you, Anthony, and good morning to everyone joining us today. Before we get into our second quarter results, I'd like to build on the context we provided last quarter. As we discussed on our previous call, the first quarter was impacted by two temporary headwinds, elevated distributor inventories and a slower start to the spring selling season due to unfavorable weather. We also noted at the time that those headwinds were already beginning to wane, evidenced by a strong year-over-year growth in April, and that we expected the general momentum to carry through the rest of the quarter. I'm pleased to say that's what happened, and it carried throughout the second quarter as well, resulting in a return to net sales growth. In fact, three of our four divisions delivered double-digit core sales growth year-over-year. That's a meaningful acceleration from where we began the year and reflects both the underlying strength and breadth of our portfolio, as well as the disciplined execution of our strategic priorities. We also made significant progress on our portfolio rebalancing initiative during the quarter, completing the divestiture of our non-core restoration brands. While the transaction resulted in a GAAP net loss for the quarter, it further simplifies our operation and allows us to focus our resources and capital on the areas of the business with the greatest long-term growth potential. Excluding this one-time impact, the underlying profitability of the business improved substantially, with adjusted net income up year-over-year. At the same time, we generated strong free cash flow, reduced leverage to its …