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Reinhart Partners Doubles Down on OneSpaWorld, Adds $36 Million in Shares

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Reinhart Partners expanded its OneSpaWorld stake by 1.7 million shares in Q1 2026, investing $36.1 million at quarterly average prices, signaling strong confidence in the wellness services provider. The position’s value surged to $89.2 million post-trade—a $43.8 million increase—driven by share purchases and a 47% year-over-year stock rally, outperforming the S&P 500 by 17 points. OneSpaWorld now represents 2.56% of Reinhart’s 13F assets, ranking as its 20th-largest holding, though outside the top five, which include Axcelis Technologies and First Citizens BancShares. The company dominates cruise ship spa services with a 90% market share, 97% contract renewal rates, and steady 6-7% revenue growth, bolstered by dividends and share buybacks. Analysts highlight its niche monopoly and shareholder-friendly policies, though long-term growth potential remains a key watch for investors assessing sustainability beyond pandemic recovery.
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By Josh Kohn-Lindquist – Apr 14, 2026 at 2:05PM ESTKey PointsReinhart bought 1,697,822 shares of OneSpaWorld, with an estimated trade size of $36.11 million (based on the quarterly average price).Quarter-end position value increased by $43.80 million, reflecting both share purchases and price appreciation.The transaction represented a 1.04% change in the fund’s reportable assets under management.Post-trade, the fund held 3,884,788 shares valued at $89.16 million.The stake now accounts for 2.56% of 13F AUM, placing it outside the fund’s top five holdings.What happenedAccording to an SEC filing dated April 13, 2026, Reinhart Partners, LLC increased its position in OneSpaWorld (OSW +0.00%) by 1,697,822 shares during the first quarter. The estimated transaction value, based on the average quarterly closing price, was $36.11 million. The quarter-end value of the position rose by $43.80 million, reflecting both new share purchases and price movements.What else to knowThe fund was a buyer of OSW, with the stake now representing 2.56% of its 13F assets under management.Top holdings after the filing:Axcelis Technologies: $154.30 million (4.4% of AUM)First Citizens BancShares, Class A: $147.60 million (4.2% of AUM)Silicon Motion Technology: $147.56 million (4.2% of AUM)Modine Manufacturing: $130.29 million (3.7% of AUM)InterDigital: $127.54 million (3.7% of AUM)As of April 13, 2026, OneSpaWorld shares were trading at $24.94, up 47.32% over the past year and outperforming the S&P 500 by 17 percentage points.Company overviewMetricValuePrice (as of market close April 13, 2026)$24.94Market capitalization$2.56 billionRevenue (TTM)$961.00 millionNet income (TTM)$71.62 millionCompany snapshotOneSpaWorld:Offers health, wellness, fitness, beauty, and medi-spa services onboard cruise ships and at destination resorts, including body and skin care, salon treatments, fitness classes, and branded wellness products.Generates revenue through direct service provision, product sales, and exclusive brand partnerships primarily within the cruise and hospitality sectors.Targets cruise line passengers and resort guests seeking premium wellness and beauty experiences, with a global footprint across major cruise lines and select destination resorts.OneSpaWorld leverages exclusive partnerships with well-known beauty and wellness brands to deliver differentiated offerings and drive customer loyalty. Its scale, brand portfolio, and integration with major cruise operators underpin its competitive position in the global leisure market.What this transaction means for investorsReinhart Partners’ purchase of OneSpaWorld is worth noting, as the firm typically seeks out high-quality, smaller equities to hold for the long term. Not only did Reinhart double down on its OSW holding, but it added to the stock after its price rose roughly 10% from the fourth quarter of 2025. This is a strong vote of confidence for OneSpaWorld, and the stock has already become the 20th-largest position among Reinhart’s 77 holdings.OneSpaWorld estimates it holds a 90% market share in spa-at-sea services, giving it a near-monopoly in its unique niche. While its growth story may not be overwhelming, it grew sales by 7% in 2025 and expects revenue to grow by at least 6% in 2026. Boasting a 97% contract renewal rate with the major cruise ship corporations like Carnival Cruise Lines, OSW’s dominant position in its niche isn’t likely to disappear anytime soon, barring mismanagement.Having rebounded from the pandemic, OneSpaWorld has resumed paying a growing dividend and begun repurchasing shares, making it a very shareholder-friendly investment. I’ll be keeping the stock on my radar thanks to its robust leadership in its niche -- and I certainly see why Reinhart likes the stock -- but I’ll be curious to see if it can develop a stronger growth story over the longer term and keep its share price trending higher.Read NextApr 14, 2026 •By Rich SmithWhy CarMax Stock Just CrashedApr 14, 2026 •By Will HealyPictet Loads Up MercadoLibre With 3,500 Shares Worth $6.8 MillionApr 14, 2026 •By Jennifer SaibilMy 3 Favorite Dividend Stocks to Own When the Market Gets UglyApr 14, 2026 •By Micah ZimmermanIs a Beyond Meat Turnaround Still Possible in 2026?Apr 14, 2026 •By Todd ShriberIn a Volatile Market, This Dividend Growth Stock Is Worth Every Penny of $1,000Apr 14, 2026 •By Geoffrey SeilerThe Pullback Created Bargains: Dirt Cheap Stocks Worth Buying With $10,000 TodayAbout the AuthorJosh Kohn-Lindquist is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering consumer goods, industrials, and technology stocks. Previously, Josh was a senior mutual fund accountant at Gemini Fund Services. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of South Dakota.TMFJorykoX@JorykoliStocks MentionedOneSpaWorldNASDAQ: OSW$24.94(0.00%)+$0.00*Average returns of all recommendations since inception. Cost basis and return based on previous market day close.

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