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XPEL, Inc. supplies protective films, coatings and related services for automotive aftermarket installers, new car dealerships and automobile OEM channels. Company updates commonly cover consolidated results, revenue by product and service category, gross margin, EBITDA, operating leverage and cash flow, with recurring detail on paint protection film, window film, cutbank credits, software and installation labor.
Updates also include product and brand activity such as COLOR Paint Protection Film, windshield protection film, PRIME Window Tint, ceramic coating applications, OEM or vehicle collaborations, manufacturing and supply-chain investment, international footprint development and board governance changes.
XPEL (XPEL) partnered with Tint World Automotive Styling Centers to install XPEL Dark Neutral 15% window film on Frying Pan Shoals Tower, a decommissioned U.S. Coast Guard light station 34 miles off the North Carolina coast that now operates as an off-grid nonprofit eco-tourism destination.
The Wilmington, North Carolina Tint World franchise team transported crew and materials by helicopter and completed the multi-day installation while working around ocean weather conditions. The XPEL film is designed to block a significant amount of solar heat and 99% of harmful UV rays, easing the load on the tower’s battery- and generator-powered HVAC system, helping protect interiors and electronics, and improving comfort in this extreme, sun-exposed environment.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) and custom car builder Will Castro announced that Season 2 of “Unique Academy USA” will debut on ROKU on August 18, 2026, and on Tubi on August 20, 2026. The program will enroll 15 new students aged 13–22 for no-cost, hands-on training in automotive window film installation, paint protection film application and ceramic coating, alongside business and leadership instruction.
As title sponsor, XPEL funds the program and supplies its films, coatings, materials and expert trainers, aiming to build awareness of automotive technician careers amid an industry-wide shortage of skilled technicians.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) reported record second quarter 2026 revenue of $143.1 million, up 14.7% year over year, with gross margin rising to 44.1% from 42.9%. Net income attributable to stockholders increased 10.7% to $18.0 million, or $0.65 per basic and diluted share.
EBITDA grew 17.6% to $27.6 million (19.3% margin), while adjusted EBITDA rose 20.7% to $28.3 million (19.8% margin), excluding start-up and ramp-up costs for new manufacturing in San Antonio and China. First-half 2026 revenue increased 14.0% to $260.4 million, with EBITDA up 17.7% to $44.5 million.
Geographically, China revenue rose 106.7%, helping Asia Pacific grow 68.3%, while EU, UK and Africa declined 2.3%. Operating cash flow for the quarter was $30.8 million; investing cash outflows rose to $72.9 million, primarily for manufacturing investments. XPEL guided third quarter 2026 revenue to $137–$139 million.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) announced it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its second quarter 2026 results. Investors can access the live webcast via the company’s investor relations website or join by phone using the provided U.S. and international dial-in numbers and access code. A teleconference replay will be available through September 4, 2026.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) plans approximately $110 million in manufacturing and supply chain investments, including expanding its San Antonio operations and acquiring a manufacturing facility in China.
The company bought a 435,000-square-foot San Antonio site, will occupy about 230,000 square feet, and will consolidate leased operations there over 12–24 months. The China facility supports its direct go-to-market strategy and customers in that market. XPEL expects to fund the initiatives through cash on hand, operating cash flow and real estate financing, while reaffirming its 2028 goal of mid-20% operating margins and expecting minimal 2026 EPS impact (excluding one-time costs) with margin contribution beginning around mid-2027.
XPEL (NASDAQ:XPEL) is marking Skin Cancer Awareness Month and National Don’t Fry Day on May 22, 2026 with a limited-time U.S. offer: 15% off automotive window tint at participating authorized dealers and company-owned stores when installation is scheduled that day.
XPEL’s PRIME automotive and marine films use metallic and nano-ceramic tech to block over 99% of UVA/UVB rays and can lower in-vehicle temperatures by up to 15°F. Architectural films block up to 78% of solar heat and 99% of UV rays, and carry The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) reported Q1 2026 consolidated revenue of $117.4 million, up 13.1% year‑over‑year, with gross margin of 43.7%. Net income attributable to stockholders rose 20.5% to $10.3 million ($0.37 per diluted share). EBITDA was $17.0 million (14.5% of revenue). The company expects Q2 2026 revenue of approximately $135–$137 million.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) appointed Mark A. Thornton to its Board of Directors effective immediately. Thornton brings more than 28 years of Procter & Gamble experience, including international roles in China, Europe, and the U.S., and expertise in innovation, strategy, consumer research, and materials science.
The company highlights his leadership in expanding Pampers across Asia-Pacific and his background in building local manufacturing and product portfolios.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss first quarter 2026 results. Live webcast access and dial-in instructions are provided; a teleconference replay will be available through June 6, 2026.
XPEL (Nasdaq: XPEL) partnered with Stellantis to protect the all-new 2026 Jeep Gladiator “Shadow Ops” Special Edition for the 2026 Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. The vehicle features XPEL STEALTH™ Paint Protection Film and PRIME XR PLUS™ nano-ceramic window film, installed by New Layer Customs. The Gladiator is on display March 28–April 5, 2026, showcasing satin-finish paint protection, heat rejection and UV shielding for extreme off-road use.