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Scholastic Q1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
Executive summary
First quarter revenue declined 5% to $225.6 million, reflecting normal seasonality and lower Education Solutions sales amid a challenging funding environment.
Operating loss increased to $92.2 million, in line with seasonal patterns, while adjusted EBITDA loss improved 8% to $55.7 million due to cost controls and higher Children's Book segment revenues.
Integration of Book Fairs, Book Clubs, and Trade Publishing into the Children's Book Group was completed to streamline operations and drive long-term growth.
Real estate monetization advanced, with strong investor interest in SoHo headquarters and Jefferson City distribution center; sale-leaseback transactions are being explored.
Full-year guidance for fiscal 2026 was affirmed, with management expressing confidence in delivering profit growth and long-term value.
Financial highlights
Revenues were $225.6 million, down 5% year-over-year, with net loss increasing to $71.1 million and diluted EPS of $(2.83) compared to $(2.21) last year.
Adjusted operating loss improved to $81.9 million from $85.6 million prior year; adjusted EBITDA loss was $55.7 million, better than $60.5 million a year ago.
Free cash flow usage increased to $(100.2) million from $(68.7) million prior year, mainly due to higher inventory, severance, and timing of expenses.
Net debt rose to $242.8 million from $152.1 million at the end of fiscal 2025, driven by working capital requirements.
Gross margin was 45.3%, down slightly from 45.9% year-over-year, with cost of goods sold impacted by higher royalty costs and tariffs.
Outlook and guidance
Fiscal 2026 guidance affirmed: revenue growth of 2% to 4%, adjusted EBITDA of $160–$170 million, and full-year free cash flow between $30 and $40 million.
Expects $10 million in incremental tariff expenses and higher interest costs due to increased borrowings.
Strong second quarter anticipated, driven by major trade releases and higher Book Fair bookings.
Management expects continued share repurchases and is exploring real estate sale-leasebacks to enhance liquidity.
Cost reduction initiatives underway, targeting $15–$20 million in savings, especially in non-revenue and consulting expenses.
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