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Albany International
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Albany International Q4 2025 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q4 2025 earnings summary24 Feb, 2026
Executive summary
Q4 2025 delivered the strongest financial performance of the year, with consolidated revenue rising to $321.2 million, up 12% year-over-year, driven by Engineered Composites growth and disciplined execution on strategic priorities, partially offset by Machine Clothing softness in Asia.
Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2025 was $57.3 million (17.8% margin), up from $50 million (17.4%) last year, and Adjusted EPS increased to $0.65 from $0.58.
Strategic review of the Amelia Earhart facility in Salt Lake City and the structures assembly business is progressing, with Guggenheim retained as advisor and strong interest from potential buyers.
Corporate relocation to Portsmouth, NH completed, enhancing talent acquisition and retention.
Innovation remains central, with 86 submissions to the new internal awards program and continued investment in proprietary technologies.
Financial highlights
Q4 consolidated sales reached $321.2 million, up 12% year-over-year, primarily from Engineered Composites.
Adjusted EBITDA was $57.3 million (17.8% margin), up from $50 million (17.4%) last year.
Gross profit for Q4 2025 was $99.9 million (31.1% margin), up 10.6% from Q4 2024.
Operating income rose to $29.9 million (9.3% margin), up 22.9% year-over-year.
Free cash flow for Q4 was $51 million, down from $59.3 million, reflecting higher capex and working capital needs.
Outlook and guidance
Q1 2026 consolidated revenue expected between $275 million and $285 million; Adjusted EPS forecasted at $0.50–$0.60; effective tax rate of 27%.
Machine Clothing revenue guidance: $160–$165 million; Engineered Composites: $115–$120 million.
Q1 results will be the lowest of the year due to Machine Clothing downtime, with a $0.10–$0.15 EPS impact.
Engineered Composites to see continued growth, especially in LEAP and missile programs; Machine Clothing stable in Europe/North America, weak in China.
Full-year effective tax rate expected at 24.3%.
Expected returns from remaining Aerospace portfolio
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Albany International Corp is a manufacturer of engineered components, primarily serving the aerospace and paper industries. Its machine clothing segment produces fabrics and belts used in paper manufacturing, while its aerospace segment develops advanced composite structures and components. The company operates manufacturing facilities globally. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New Hampshire, and its shares are listed on the NYSE.
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