Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (VAC) Earnings
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation is expected to report next earnings on August 3, 2026 (in NaN days), with a consensus EPS estimate of $1.96. VAC has beaten EPS estimates in 6 of its last 12 reported quarters (average surprise -208.6% over the last four).
| Report date | EPS est | EPS actual | Surprise | Revenue | Rev. surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | $1.67 | $1.24 | -25.7% | $1.3B | +4.9% |
| Feb 26, 2026 | $1.72 | $-12.35 | -818.0% | $1.3B | +8.7% |
| Nov 5, 2025 | $1.64 | $1.69 | +3.0% | $812M | -37.4% |
| May 7, 2025 | $1.56 | $1.66 | +6.4% | $1.2B | -0.6% |
| Feb 26, 2025 | $1.51 | $1.86 | +23.2% | $1.3B | +6.7% |
| Jul 31, 2024 | $1.99 | $1.10 | -44.7% | $1.1B | -5.8% |
| Feb 21, 2024 | $1.80 | $1.88 | +4.4% | $1.2B | +4.4% |
| Nov 1, 2023 | $2.16 | $1.20 | -44.4% | $1.2B | -0.4% |
| Aug 2, 2023 | $2.76 | $2.19 | -20.7% | $1.2B | -4.5% |
| May 3, 2023 | $1.94 | $2.54 | +30.9% | $1.2B | +3.3% |
| Feb 22, 2023 | $2.72 | $2.74 | +0.7% | $1.2B | -1.1% |
| Oct 31, 2022 | $2.60 | $3.02 | +16.2% | $1.3B | +4.7% |
Source: company filings + earnings calendar. For informational purposes only — not investment advice.
Earnings call summary
Q1 FY2026 · May 5, 2026
AI summary of management’s prepared remarks and analyst Q&A. For informational purposes only — not investment advice.
Management highlights
Matt Abrell mentioned aligning organizational structure, reducing Asia business scale, taking cost-lowering actions, monetizing non-core assets, and initiating revenue growth and operational excellence. He talked about progress in executive team changes, workforce reductions, and asset sales. Mike Flasky discussed the new operating framework centered on improving contract sales by growing tour flow, strengthening disciplines, expanding demand, and driving incremental tours. He mentioned hiring a new chief sales and marketing officer, reorganizing sales and field marketing, launching a data-driven tour logistics initiative, and new owner loyalty and event programs. Jason Marino walked through financials, balance sheet, and capital allocation.
Guidance
Now expect contract sales to increase 3% to 7%. Tours to decline in the 1% to 3% range. VPG to increase in the mid to high single digits. Reaffirm EBITDA guidance. Expect operating expenses as a percent of revenue to decline sequentially. Contract sales and adjusted EBITDA growth weighted toward second half. Second quarter expected contract sales up 4% to 8% year over year, adjusted EBITDA 187 to 202 million. Adjusted free cash flow for full year between $375 million and $425 million.
Segment performance
Adjusted EBITDA declined 16% to $161 million. Contract sales were down 2% versus last year, with BPG increasing 1%. Tours were down 3%. Owner sales increased 3% compared to the prior year, driven by a 4% lift in BPG. Marketing and sales costs increased 300 basis points year over year as a percentage of contract sales. Product costs increased 110 basis points. Our financing and management businesses continue to generate stable, recurring, high-margin revenue and cash flow. Resort occupancy is expected to be 88% to 90% in Q2 and for the full year. 96% of our expected owner utilization for the second quarter is already on the books.
Analyst Q&A
Q: David Katz asks about confidence in long-term earnings power and loan loss/delinquencies.
A: Matt Abrell talks about enhancing experiential value, team and initiatives, and Jason Marino says they feel good about the portfolio.
Q: Patrick Scholes asks about development profit.
A: Jason says development profit will grow as contract sales increase.
Q: Ben Chaykin asks about sales and marketing changes, event launch, and guidance.
A: Matt and Mike respond about sales personnel, event launch, and guidance balancing trends and costs.
Q: Brent Montour asks about April metric mix and right tours.
A: Mike talks about VPGs, tour flow, and right tours.
Q: Lizzie Dove asks about new owner mix and Hawaii.
A: Mike and Matt respond about new owner mix and Hawaii.
Q: Trey Browers asks about asset dispositions and modernization.
A: Matt and Jason respond about asset dispositions and modernization.
Q: Steven Gramblin asks about property management and underwriting.
A: Matt and Jason respond about property management and underwriting