Titan International, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Financial Results
Rhea-AI Summary
Titan International (NYSE: TWI) reported Q2 2026 revenues of $484 million, up 5.2% year over year, with gross margin improving to 15.5%. Adjusted EBITDA rose 13.3% to $34 million, and free cash flow reached $26 million, reflecting working capital gains.
According to Titan, the Consumer segment grew 27%, while the EMC segment increased 1.4% and the Ag segment declined 5% amid lower farm incomes and higher financing costs. Management highlighted diversified end-markets, with each segment contributing roughly 30–40% of quarterly revenue.
For Q3 2026, Titan expects sales of $440–$460 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $27–$33 million, and it maintained full-year 2026 guidance of $1.85–$1.95 billion in sales and $105–$115 million in Adjusted EBITDA.
Positive
- Q2 2026 revenue up 5.2% to $484 million
- Gross margin improved to 15.5% in Q2 2026
- Adjusted EBITDA grew 13.3% to $34 million
- Free cash flow of $26 million generated in Q2 2026
- Consumer segment revenue up 27% year over year
- Full-year 2026 sales guidance maintained at $1.85–$1.95 billion
- Full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance maintained at $105–$115 million
Negative
- Ag segment sales declined 5% in Q2 2026
- Q3 2026 sales outlook of $440–$460 million, below Q2 revenue level
- Management notes macro uncertainty across several global end markets
News Explained
For the Q2 results disclosure, the latest supplied balance-sheet context shows
Sources and calculations
- Titan International second-quarter 2026 results release (2026-07-30)
- Titan International first-quarter 2026 financial data (2026-03-31)
- Cash and equivalents vs quarterly operating cash outflow, in days of cash use $171,262,000 / ($46,526,000 / 90) = [object Object]
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Key Figures
Previous Earnings Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30 | Q1 earnings | Positive | -4.6% | Revenue and EBITDA increased, but plant closure costs and impairment were disclosed. |
| Feb 26 | Q4 earnings | Positive | -5.8% | Quarterly growth and improved margins accompanied full-year guidance for 2026. |
| Nov 06 | Q3 earnings | Positive | -3.0% | Revenue, EBITDA, margins, and free cash flow improved year over year. |
| Jul 31 | Q2 earnings | Positive | -6.7% | Revenue, margins, EBITDA, and free cash flow exceeded prior-year performance. |
| Feb 26 | Q4 earnings | Negative | -9.3% | Revenue, margins, operating income, EBITDA, and net debt metrics deteriorated year over year. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Across five tag-matched earnings events, four positive or mixed releases were followed by negative 24-hour reactions, while one negative release also had a negative reaction.
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Q2 2026 Key Figures
- Revenues grew
5.2% to$484 million - Gross margin improved to
15.5% - Adjusted EBITDA increased
13.3% to$34 million - Free Cash Flows generated
$26 million
Paul Reitz, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We were once again able to report solid results in the second quarter, with revenues toward the high end of our guidance range and Adjusted EBITDA that exceeded guidance. Consumer was our best-performing segment, with
Mr. Reitz continued, "Over the past several years we have made significant progress in diversifying our business, with our three reporting segments each accounting for between
Mr. Reitz concluded, "At the macro level, many global industries remain challenged by significant uncertainty, including some of the markets we serve. Against that backdrop Titan continues to succeed, delivering solid financial performance with year-over-year growth. That is an achievement we are proud of and a testament to both our strategic plan and how we operate our business on a daily basis."
Third Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook
Tony Eheli, Chief Financial Officer added, "We currently expect third quarter sales of between
About Titan
Titan International, Inc. (NYSE: TWI) is a leading global manufacturer of off-highway wheels, tires, assemblies, and undercarriage products. Headquartered in West Chicago, Illinois, the Company globally produces a broad range of products to meet the specifications of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket customers in the agricultural, earthmoving/construction, and consumer markets. For more information, visit www.titan-intl.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
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