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LCI Industries & Patrick Industries: Could The Proposed Merger Reshape The RV Supply Chain?

LCI Industries reported second quarter 2026 results amid a challenging outdoor recreation environment, characterized by weakening wholesale RV demand and soft consumer retail activity. Despite a 4% decline in consolidated net sales to $1.1 billion, the company expanded profitability through focused operational improvements and strategic cost-reduction efforts. OEM net sales fell 10%, reflecting reduced North American travel trailer and fifth-wheel shipments, and a shift in RV sales mix toward lower-content single-axle trailers. However, aftermarket net sales grew 11%, supported by new customer volumes, acquisitions, and a robust installed base driving increased service and repair demand. The company emphasized self-help initiatives, including disciplined operational efficiencies and increased product content per unit, which rose 11% year-over-year for towable RVs, reaching $5,831 per unit. This innovation-driven content expansion contributes to a $270 million annual revenue run rate from the top five product innovations.