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    Marni Lysaght

    Wall Street Analyst at Macquarie Group

    Marni Lysaght is a Wall Street Analyst at Macquarie with a focus on the Australian market, primarily covering the general sector with companies such as Premier Investments Limited. Lysaght’s track record includes 28 ratings, half of which are 'Hold' and nearly half are 'Buy', with the most profitable rating delivering a 7.4% return on Premier Investments Limited. Since starting at Macquarie in 2023, Lysaght has demonstrated a thorough approach to equity analysis, though recent performance metrics indicate an average return of -31.2% per rating and a success rate of 8%. Recognized for research coverage in the Australian financial market, Lysaght’s credentials are defined by active participation in equity recommendations and performance tracking.

    Marni Lysaght's questions to Planet Fitness (PLNT) leadership

    Marni Lysaght's questions to Planet Fitness (PLNT) leadership • Q2 2025

    Question

    Marni Lysaght asked about the cause of the elevated accounts receivable balance and whether equipment inflation was a factor. She also inquired about the current appetite among franchisee groups for M&A deals, referencing the recent California transaction.

    Answer

    CFO Jay Stasz attributed the accounts receivable balance to standard timing differences and confirmed nothing was unusual. CEO Colleen Keating affirmed that franchisee appetite for acquisitions remains strong, highlighting that the sale of the California clubs attracted multiple bids, primarily from incumbent franchisees.

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