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Astronics Q3 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q3 2026 earnings summary10 Nov, 2026
Executive summary
Record Q3 sales of $271.7 million, up 28.5% YoY; record operating income was $54.0 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $59.3 million and a record 21.8% margin.
Higher volume and productivity, led by Aerospace, drove improved profitability in both segments; management expects continued momentum and preliminary strong double-digit growth in 2027.
Financial highlights
Gross profit rose to $94.0 million from $64.5 million; gross margin expanded 410 bps to 34.6%, including $1.9 million of tariff refunds and productivity gains.
Net income was $52.2 million, or $1.08 diluted EPS, versus an $11.1 million net loss; adjusted net income was $38.9 million, or $0.81 per share.
9M sales rose 22.5% to $762.3 million; net income was $112.8 million versus a $0.3 million loss, and operating income was $121.7 million versus $41.0 million.
SG&A declined $0.5 million and R&D declined $0.9 million YoY; adjusted EBITDA increased over 81% to $59.3 million.
Outlook and guidance
FY2026 revenue guidance remains $1.02 billion-$1.04 billion, implying 19.5% midpoint growth; Q4 sales range is $255 million-$275 million.
Preliminary 2027 outlook indicates strong double-digit growth, well north of 10%, with continued bottom-line strength; formal revenue guidance expected closer to year-end.
Approximately 83% of the $780.0 million Q3-end backlog is expected to convert to revenue over the next 12 months.
FY2026 capex is forecast at $25 million-$30 million; future IEEPA tariff refunds are estimated at $5 million-$6 million, with timing uncertain.
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Q4 1999 - Record growth led by F-16 demand; 2001 sales target exceeded $85M.ATROQ4 2000
- Record 2001 results met weakening demand as F-16 production neared its end.ATROQ4 2001
- F-16 sales faded, but stable margins and the JSF award shaped the next growth phase.ATROQ4 2002
- F-16 completion pressured 2003 results, while new design wins built a growth pipeline.ATROQ4 2003
- Higher development spending drove a 2004 loss as backlog and AES set up 2005 growth.ATROQ4 2004
- FY05 sales surged 117%; $95.1M backlog supports growth, tempered by certification risks.ATROQ4 2005
- Strong FY06 growth and FY07 outlook, tempered by restatements and control weaknesses.ATROQ4 2006
- Sales grew, but Eclipse charges cut FY08 earnings as DME reshaped the FY09 outlook.ATROQ4 2008
Next Astronics earnings date
Q4 202625 Feb, 2027
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Astronics Corporation is a technology company that designs and manufactures advanced products for the aerospace, defense, and other mission-critical industries. The company's offerings include electrical power systems, lighting systems, avionics components, and test equipment, catering primarily to the needs of commercial aircraft, military, and business jet manufacturers. Astronics focuses on delivering high-reliability solutions that enhance the performance and safety of aircraft and other specialized equipment. In addition to aerospace, the company serves industries such as communications, transportation, and medical devices with its technology solutions. The company is headquartered in East Aurora, New York, and its shares are listed on the NASDAQ.