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Core Molding (NYSE: CMT) Q2 profit drops while margins and new wins rise

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Core Molding Technologies reported softer fiscal 2026 second‑quarter results as net revenue fell on sharply lower tooling sales, while underlying production and margins held up. Production revenue was $60.9 million, down 1.2% year over year, but up 20.8% excluding the medium‑ and heavy‑duty truck market. Tooling project revenue dropped to $1.8 million. Gross margin improved to 20.3% of net revenue, helped by favorable mix, efficiencies and a one‑time customer capacity credit.

Net income declined to $1.8 million, or $0.21 per diluted share, from $4.1 million or $0.47, as SG&A rose to 16.6% of net revenue including $1.8 million of Mexico expansion and severance costs. For the first half, adjusted EBITDA was $15.0 million (12.3% margin), and free cash flow turned negative, driven by $12.1 million of capital expenditures, mostly for Mexico. The company repaid its 2022 term loan, ended June with $12.1 million of cash, and subsequently arranged new $100 million credit facilities maturing in 2031. Management cites $25.7 million of net new business awards and continues to expect 2026 net sales to be flat to up about 5%, with gross margin in the 17–19% range.

Positive

  • Gross margin reached 20.3% of net revenue, up from 18.1%.
  • Huntington Term Loan was repaid in full, reducing funded debt.

Negative

  • Q2 net income fell to $1.8M from $4.1M year‑ago.
  • Tooling revenue dropped to $1.8M from $17.6M, contributing to lower revenue.
  • Free cash flow was $(5,012) thousand versus $5,207 thousand positive.

Filing Explained

The filing adds two borrowing facilities and a $457,000 treasury-share repurchase to the already reported debt repayment.

The filing reports that Core Molding Technologies had repaid its 2022 Term Loan in full as of June 30, 2026; the July 2, 2026 amendment provides a $50 million revolving facility and a $50 million delayed-draw term-loan facility, each maturing in July 2031.

Separately, the company repurchased 24,545 shares under its authorization for $457,000 at an average price of $18.62, recording the purchase as treasury stock and using cash in the financing activity.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Q2 2026 production revenues $60.9 million Three months ended June 30, 2026; production revenue component of net revenue
Q2 2026 tooling project revenue $1.8 million Project-based revenue in Q2 2026 versus $17.6 million a year earlier
Q2 2026 gross margin percentage 20.3% Gross margin as a percentage of net revenues in the second quarter of 2026
Q2 2026 net income $1.8 million Net income for the three months ended June 30, 2026
Six-month 2026 adjusted EBITDA $15.0 million Adjusted EBITDA for the six months ended June 30, 2026
Capital expenditures first six months 2026 $12.1 million Includes $9.6 million related to the Mexico expansion project
Cash at June 30, 2026 $12.1 million Cash balance on the consolidated balance sheet as of June 30, 2026
Trailing twelve months Return on Capital Employed 5.7% ROCE for the trailing twelve months ended Q2 2026
Tooling Project revenue financial
"Tooling Project revenue of $1.8 million compared to $17.6 million year-over-year"
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"Adjusted EBITDA1 of $7.6 million, or 12.2% of net revenues"
Adjusted EBITDA is a way companies measure how much money they make from their core operations, like running a business, by removing certain costs or income that aren’t part of regular business activities. It helps investors see how well a company is doing without distractions from unusual expenses or gains, making it easier to compare companies or track performance over time.
Free cash flow financial
"Free cash flow represents net cash provided by operating activities less purchase of property"
Free cash flow is the amount of money a company has left over after paying all its expenses and investing in its business, like buying equipment or updating facilities. It shows how much cash is available to reward shareholders, pay down debt, or save for future growth. This helps investors understand if a company is financially healthy and able to grow.
Return on Capital Employed financial
"The Company generated a Return on Capital Employed1 of 5.7% for the trailing twelve months"
Return on capital employed (ROCE) is a percentage that shows how much operating profit a company generates from the money invested in its business — including equity and long‑term debt. Investors use it to judge whether a company uses its resources efficiently, similar to measuring how much output a factory gets from its equipment; a higher ROCE suggests management is getting more profit from each dollar of capital, which can indicate better long‑term value.
delayed-draw term loan facility financial
"a $50 million revolving credit facility and a $50 million delayed-draw term loan facility"
A delayed-draw term loan facility is a committed loan arrangement where lenders agree in advance to make a fixed amount of cash available for the borrower to draw down at one or more specified future dates, typically after certain conditions are met. It matters to investors because tapping that reserved funding increases a company's debt, interest costs and liquidity buffers—similar to activating a reserved emergency account for a big purchase—which can affect leverage, creditworthiness and the stock’s risk profile.
Q2 2026 total net revenue $62,729 thousand compared to $79,239 thousand in Q2 2025
Q2 2026 net income $1,783 thousand compared to $4,052 thousand in Q2 2025
Q2 2026 diluted EPS $0.21 compared to $0.47 in Q2 2025
Q2 2026 gross margin 20.3% compared to 18.1% in Q2 2025
Guidance

Management expects 2026 total net sales to be flat to approximately 5% growth and gross margin between 17% and 19%, with a gradual truck market recovery in the second half of 2026.

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FAQ

How did Core Molding Technologies (CMT) perform in Q2 2026?

Core Molding Technologies posted lower earnings in Q2 2026 but stronger margins. Net income was $1.8 million versus $4.1 million a year earlier, while gross margin improved to 20.3% of net revenue from 18.1%, supported by favorable mix and efficiencies.

What drove revenue changes for CMT in the second quarter of 2026?

Revenue pressure at CMT came mainly from a steep decline in tooling projects. Production revenue was $60.9 million, down 1.2% year over year, but tooling project revenue fell to $1.8 million from $17.6 million, significantly reducing total net revenue despite strength outside trucks.

What 2026 guidance did CMT provide for sales and margins?

CMT expects 2026 total net sales to be flat to approximately 5% growth. Management projects gross margin in the 17%–19% range, depending on product mix and production versus tooling split, and anticipates a gradual recovery in the truck market in the second half of 2026.

What is CMT’s balance sheet and liquidity position as of June 30, 2026?

As of June 30, 2026, CMT held $12.1 million in cash and had repaid its Huntington Term Loan. In July 2026, it amended its credit agreement to secure $100 million in facilities, including a $50 million revolver and $50 million delayed‑draw term loan maturing in 2031.

How much is CMT investing in its Mexico expansion in 2026?

CMT plans substantial 2026 capital spending tied to Mexico expansion. Full‑year capital expenditures are expected at $25–$30 million, including $18–$20 million for the Mexico project. In the first six months, capex totaled $12.1 million, of which $9.6 million related to Mexico.

What new business wins did CMT (CMT) secure in the first half of 2026?

CMT reported first‑half new business awards totaling $25.7 million, all representing net new business. About 65% of this volume comes from markets outside traditional truck and powersports, and roughly 74% will be produced within the company’s U.S. manufacturing footprint.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549 
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2026
 
Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
Delaware
001-12505
31-1481870
(State or other jurisdiction
incorporation or organization)
(Commission File Number)
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
800 Manor Park Drive, Columbus, Ohio
43228-0183
(Address of principal executive office)
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (614870-5000
(Former name or former address if changed since last report.)
 
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
 
Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:


Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01CMTNYSE American LLC
Preferred Stock purchase rights, par value $0.01N/ANYSE American LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act ☐



Item 2.02Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On August 4, 2026, the Company announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. A copy of the press release announcing this event is included in this Form 8-K as Exhibit 99.1.

Item 9.01    Finance Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit NumberDescription
99.1
Press Release announcing earnings for the Company for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026



SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

CORE MOLDING TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
Date: August 4, 2026
By:
/s/ Alex J. Panda
Name:Alex J. Panda
Title:Executive Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and Chief Financial Officer






FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Core Molding Technologies Reports Fiscal 2026 Second Quarter Results
First-Half New Business Wins of $25.7 million Expand Market Diversification and Reinforce Full-Year Invest for Growth Expectations

COLUMBUS, OH, August 4, 2026 Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: CMT) (“Core Molding”, “Core” or the “Company”), a leading engineered materials company specializing in molded structural products, principally in medium-and heavy-duty truck, powersports, building products, and industrial and utilities industries across the United States, Canada and Mexico today reports financial and operating results for the fiscal periods ended June 30, 2026.

Eric Palomaki, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Our second quarter results reflect the resilience of our diversified portfolio and the continued execution of our Invest for Growth strategy. As expected, production sales in our medium- and heavy-duty truck markets remained soft; however, strong momentum across our powersports, building products, and industrial and utilities end markets mostly offset that weakness. While tooling revenue remains all project-driven with larger customer acceptances anticipated in the fourth quarter, our commercial execution continues to gain traction. We are pleased with the nearly $26 million in new business awards we secured during the first half of 2026, which further diversify our revenue base and reduce our reliance on historically cyclical end markets. Importantly, 100% of these awards represent net new business rather than replacement volume, and approximately 65% originated from markets outside of our traditional truck and powersports sectors. 74% of this new business will be produced within our U.S. manufacturing footprint, allowing us to leverage installed capacity, improve returns on invested capital, drive profitable growth, and generate stronger cash flow. We are also expanding our presence in compelling secular growth markets. During the quarter, we secured a significant award for battery energy storage systems and continue to pursue opportunities tied to accelerating power demand needed for grid reliability which is impacted by AI data center development, utility infrastructure modernization, and load-shedding solutions.

“In parallel with these initiatives, our 2026 Must Win Battle is transforming our operating footprint and strengthening our competitive position in Mexico. This year, we will quadruple our manufacturing footprint in Monterrey, adding two 4500-ton presses in Matamoros, and advancing a culture of operational excellence that continues to deliver measurable results. I am especially proud of our Mexico team, whose execution enabled the successful completion of a major plant relocation and consolidation in less than nine months all while maintaining excellent on time shipping and quality metrics. These investments reflect our disciplined approach to capital allocation and our commitment to organic growth. By expanding capacity, we are building a scalable platform that supports secured and future programs, accelerates profitable growth, and enhances long-term shareholder value."

Alex Panda, the Company’s EVP and Chief Financial Officer, said, “For the second quarter, total product or production sales declined 1.2% year over year, as strong growth across powersports, building products, and industrial and utilities end markets largely offset lower truck demand. Production sales, excluding the truck end market, increased 20.8% year over year. This quarter, we again delivered a strong profitability as gross margin was 20.3% of sales. For 2026, we continue to expect total net sales in the flat-to-approximately 5% growth range, including production revenue and tooling project revenue. We continue to anticipate a gradual recovery in the truck market during the second half of the year. Our gross margin projections remain in the 17% to 19% range, depending on end market product mix and the split between production revenues and tooling project revenues.

“Our balance sheet remains strong. During the quarter, we repaid the remaining balance on our 2022 Term Loan, and in July 2026, we successfully amended and extended our credit facilities, further strengthening our financial position. The amended credit agreement provides a $50 million revolving credit facility and a $50 million delayed-draw term loan facility, both maturing in July 2031. During the quarter, we also terminated our interest rate swap



agreement, generating a small gain and simplifying our capital structure. With ample liquidity, enhanced financial flexibility, and a disciplined approach to capital allocation, we remain well positioned to execute our ‘Invest for Growth' strategy and support our long-term growth objectives.”

Second Quarter 2026 Highlights

Total net revenues comprised Production revenues of $60.9 million and Tooling Project revenue of $1.8 million.
Production revenues declined 1.2% due entirely to the Truck vertical, and excluding Truck, Production revenues were up 20.8% year-over-year.
Tooling Project revenue of $1.8 million compared to $17.6 million year-over-year is project-based revenue that is necessary ahead of a customer production cycle.
Gross margin of $12.7 million, or 20.3% of net revenues, compared to 18.1% of net sales in the prior year second quarter. The improvement was primarily the result of a favorable product mix and operating efficiencies, as well as a one-time margin benefit from a customer capacity credit. Excluding the 2026 one-time credit, gross margin was 19.4%.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses of $10.4 million, or 16.6% of net revenues, compared to $9.1 million, or 11.5% of net revenues in the prior year second quarter.
Second quarter 2026 SG&A expenses included $1.8 million of non-recurring costs associated with the Mexico expansion and severance costs.
Operating income of $2.3 million, or 3.7% of net revenues, which includes non-recurring costs above, compared to operating income of $5.2 million, or 6.6% of net revenues for the prior year second quarter.
Net income of $1.8 million, or $0.21 per diluted share, compared to net income of $4.1 million, or $0.47 per diluted share for the prior year second quarter. Adjusted net income1 of $3.3 million, or $0.39 per diluted share.
Adjusted EBITDA1 of $7.6 million, or 12.2% of net revenues, compared to $9.5 million, or 12.0% for the prior year second quarter.


Six-Month 2026 Highlights

Total net revenues comprised Production revenue of $118.4 million and Tooling Project revenue of $3.0 million.
Production revenues declined 3.5% due entirely to the Truck vertical, and excluding Truck, Production revenues were up 20.7% year-over-year.
Tooling Project revenue of $3.0 million compared to $18.0 million year-over-year is project-based revenue that is necessary ahead of a customer production cycle.
Gross margin of $24.7 million, or 20.4% of net revenues, compared to 18.5% of net revenues in the prior year six-month period.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses of $21.6 million, or 17.8% of net revenues, compared to $18.0 million, or 12.8% of net revenues.
2026 six month period SG&A expenses included $4.8 million of non-recurring costs associated with the Mexico expansion and severance costs.
Operating income of $3.1 million, or 2.5% of net revenues, which includes non-recurring costs above, compared to operating income of $8.1 million, or 5.7% of net revenues for the prior year six-month period.
Net income of $2.4 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, compared to net income of $6.2 million, or $0.72 per diluted share for the prior year six-month period. Adjusted net income1 of $6.5 million, or $0.74 per diluted share.
Adjusted EBITDA1 of $15.0 million, or 12.3% of net revenue, compared to $16.7 million, or 11.9% for the prior year six-month period.
24,545 shares repurchased under the share repurchase authorization at an average price of $18.62, totaling $457,000.




1Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures as defined and reconciled


2026 Capital Expenditures

The Company’s capital expenditures for the first six months of 2026 were $12.1 million, including $9.6 million related to the Company's Mexico expansion project. For the full year 2026, the Company expects capital spending of approximately $25 to $30 million, including $18 million to $20 million allocated to the Mexico expansion. The Company generated a Return on Capital Employed1 of 5.7% for the trailing twelve months and 6.2% excluding cash.

Financial Position at June 30, 2026

The Company’s cash at June 30, 2026, was $12.1 million. As of June 30, 2026, the Company repaid in full the outstanding balance of the Huntington Term Loan.

Subsequent to the quarter, on July 2, 2026, the Company entered into the third amendment of its 2022 Credit Agreement. This amendment refinanced the Company's existing term loan and credit facilities. The Company has secured credit facilities in an aggregate principal amount of $100 million, consisting of a $50 million revolving credit facility and a $50 million delayed draw term loan facility at favorable rates compared to the 2022 Credit Agreement. As of June 30, 2026, the Company repaid in full the outstanding Term Loan balance from the 2022 Credit Agreement.

Conference Call

The Company will conduct a conference call today at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss financial and operating results for the periods ended June 30, 2026. To access the call live by phone, dial (844) 881-0134 and ask for the Core Molding Technologies call at least 10 minutes prior to the start time. A telephonic replay will be available through August 11, 2026, by calling (855) 669-9658 and using passcode ID: 6843258#. A webcast of the call will also be available live and for later replay on the Company’s Investor Relations website at www.coremt.com/investor-relations/events-presentations/.

About Core Molding Technologies, Inc.

Core Molding Technologies is a leading engineered materials company specializing in molded structural products, principally in building products, utilities, transportation and powersports industries across North America. The Company operates in one operating segment as a molder of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The Company’s operating segment consists of one reporting unit, Core Molding Technologies. The Company offers customers a wide range of manufacturing processes to fit various program volume and investment requirements. These thermoset processes include compression molding of sheet molding compound (“SMC”), resin transfer molding (“RTM”), liquid molding of dicyclopentadiene (“DCPD”), spray-up and hand-lay-up. The thermoplastic processes include direct long-fiber thermoplastics (“DLFT”) and structural foam and structural web injection molding. Core Molding Technologies serves a wide variety of markets, including the medium and heavy-duty truck, marine, automotive, agriculture, construction, and other commercial products. The demand for Core Molding Technologies’ products is affected by economic conditions in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Core Molding Technologies’ operations may change proportionately more than revenues from operations.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These statements often include words such as “believe”, “anticipate”, “plan”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “project”, “continue”, “likely”, and similar expressions. In particular, this press release may contain forward-looking statements about the Company’s expectations for future periods with respect to its plans to improve financial results, the future of the Company’s end markets. Factors that



could cause actual results to differ from those reflected in forward-looking statements relating to our operations and business include: dependence on certain major customers, and potential loss of any major customer due to completion of existing production programs or otherwise; business conditions in the plastics, transportation, power sports, utilities and commercial product industries (including changes in demand for production); the availability and price increases of raw materials; general macroeconomic, social, regulatory and political conditions, including uncertainties surrounding volatility in financial markets; the imposition of new or increased tariffs and the resulting consequences; safety and security conditions in Mexico; costs and other resources related to Core Molding Technologies’ efforts to expand its customer base and grow its business, and provide on-time delivery to customers; the Company’s decision to pursue new products and initiatives to quote and execute manufacturing processes for new business, acquire raw materials, address inflationary pressures, regulatory matters and labor relations; the ability to successfully identify, evaluate and manage potential acquisitions and to benefit from and properly integrate any completed acquisitions; the Company’s financial position or other financial information; inadequate insurance coverage to protect against potential hazards; equipment and machinery failure; product liability and warranty claims; cybersecurity incidents or other similar disruptions; and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company’s filings with the SEC. These statements are based on certain assumptions that the Company has made in light of its experience as well as its perspective on historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate under the circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results because of certain risks and uncertainties, including those included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. There can be no assurance that statements made in this press release relating to future events will be achieved. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results over time. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on behalf of the Company are expressly qualified in their entirety by such cautionary statements.


Company Contact:
Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Alex Panda
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
apanda@coremt.com

Investor Relations Contact:
Three Part Advisors, LLC
Sandy Martin or Steven Hooser
smartin@threepa.com, shooser@threepa.com
214-616-2207




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Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(unaudited, in thousands, except share and per share data)
Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
2026202520262025
Net revenue:
Production$60,890 $61,633 $118,350 $122,645 
Tooling Project1,839 17,606 2,962 18,041 
Total net revenue62,729 79,239 121,312 140,686 
Total cost of revenue50,001 64,925 96,606 114,589 
Gross margin12,728 14,314 24,706 26,097 
Selling, general and administrative expense10,433 9,100 21,647 18,044 
Operating income2,295 5,214 3,059 8,053 
Other income and expense
Net interest (income) expense60 (32)146 (16)
Net periodic post-retirement benefit(117)(117)(234)(227)
Total other (income) and expense(57)(149)(88)(243)
Income before income taxes2,352 5,363 3,147 8,296 
Income tax expense569 1,311 759 2,061 
Net income$1,783 $4,052 $2,388 $6,235 
Net income per common share:
Basic$0.21 $0.47 $0.28 $0.73 
Diluted$0.21 $0.47 $0.27 $0.72 





Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Product Revenue by Market
(unaudited, in thousands)


Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
2026202520262025
Medium and heavy-duty truck$24,172 $31,246 $43,707 $60,806 
Power sports15,245 14,208 35,942 28,414 
Building products6,316 4,671 11,490 11,050 
Industrial and utilities6,207 5,874 11,531 11,244 
All other8,950 5,634 15,680 11,131 
Net product revenue$60,890 $61,633 $118,350 $122,645 



Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in thousands)
As of
June 30,As of
2026December 31,
(unaudited)2025
Assets:
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$12,134 $38,058 
Accounts receivable, net35,292 30,831 
Inventories, net27,338 19,715 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets21,540 14,724 
Total current assets96,304 103,328 
Right of use asset14,514 14,494 
Property, plant and equipment, net93,526 86,940 
Goodwill17,376 17,376 
Intangibles, net3,021 3,479 
Other non-current assets2,679 2,515 
Total Assets$227,420 $228,132 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity:
Liabilities:
Current liabilities:
Current portion of long-term debt$— $2,075 
Accounts payable23,808 14,924 
Contract liabilities9,774 5,018 
Compensation and related benefits7,215 4,988 
Accrued other liabilities7,442 7,168 
Total current liabilities48,239 34,173 
Other non-current liabilities1,901 1,935 
Lease liabilities13,027 13,113 
Long-term debt— 17,639 
Post retirement benefits liability3,176 3,101 
Total Liabilities66,343 69,961 
Stockholders' Equity:
Common stock86 85 
Paid in capital48,499 47,503 
Accumulated other comprehensive income, net of income taxes4,528 3,938 
Treasury stock(40,987)(39,918)
Retained earnings148,951 146,563 
Total Stockholders' Equity161,077 158,171 
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity$227,420 $228,132 




Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(unaudited, in thousands)
Six months ended June 30,
20262025
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income$2,388 $6,235 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization6,231 6,391 
Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment— 
Share-based compensation996 1,125 
Losses (gain) on foreign currency(489)(220)
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable(4,461)(7,674)
Inventories(7,623)(1,010)
Prepaid and other assets(6,082)485 
Accounts payable9,246 5,857 
Accrued and other liabilities7,081 (1,372)
Post retirement benefits liability(217)(227)
Net cash provided by operating activities7,070 9,594 
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchase of property, plant and equipment(12,082)(4,387)
Net cash used in investing activities(12,082)(4,387)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Payments for taxes related to net share settlement of equity awards(612)(600)
Purchase of treasury stock(457)(2,249)
Payment of principal on term loans(19,843)(949)
Net cash used in financing activities(20,912)(3,798)
Net change in cash and cash equivalents(25,924)1,409 
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period38,058 41,803 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period$12,134 $43,212 
Cash paid for:
Interest$475 $519 
Income taxes$3,142 $2,511 
Non cash investing activities:
Fixed asset purchases in accounts payable$1,260 $235 





Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release contains financial information determined by methods other than in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP"). Core Molding management uses non-GAAP measures in its analysis of the Company's performance. Investors are encouraged to review the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the comparable GAAP results available in the accompanying tables.

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

Adjusted EBITDA represents net income before, as applicable from time to time, (i) interest expense, net, (ii) provision (benefit) for income taxes, (iii) depreciation and amortization of long-lived assets, (iv) share based compensation expense, (v) restructuring and severance costs, and (vi) nonrecurring legal settlement costs and associated legal expenses unrelated to the Company's core operations. Debt-to-trailing twelve months adjusted EBITDA represents total outstanding debt divided by trailing twelve months Adjusted EBITDA. Free Cash Flow represents net cash (used in) provided by operating activities less purchase of property, plant and equipment. Trailing twelve months return on capital employed represents the trailing twelve months earnings before (i) interest expense, net and (ii) provision (benefit) for income taxes divided by (i) stockholders' equity and (ii) current and long-term debt. Adjusted Net Income represents net income before severance cost (net of tax).

We present Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA as a percent of net revenue , Free Cash Flow and trailing twelve months Return on Capital Employed because management uses these measures as key performance indicators, and we believe that securities analysts, investors and others use these measures to evaluate companies in our industry. These measures have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as an alternative to performance measure derived in accordance with GAAP as an indicator of our operating performance. Our calculation of these measures may not be comparable to similarly named measures reported by other companies. The following tables present reconciliations of net income to Adjusted EBITDA, and Cash Flow from Operating Activities to Free Cash Flow, the most directly comparable GAAP measures, and trailing twelve months Return on Capital Employed, for the periods presented:




Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation
(unaudited, in thousands)

Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
2026202520262025
Net income$1,783 $4,052 $2,388 $6,235 
Provision for income taxes569 1,311 759 2,061 
Total other expenses(1)
(57)(149)(88)(243)
Depreciation and amortization3,061 3,157 6,098 6,351 
Share-based compensation501 494 996 1,125 
Severance costs487 479 1,411 979 
Footprint optimization costs (restructuring)1,302 200 3,404 200 
Adjusted EBITDA$7,646 $9,544 $14,968 $16,708 
Adjusted EBITDA as a percent of net revenue12.2 %12.0 %12.3 %11.9 %
(1)Includes net interest expense and non-cash periodic post-retirement benefit cost.








Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Computation of Trailing Twelve Months Return on Capital Employed
(unaudited, in thousands)
Q3 2025Q4 2025Q1 2026Q2 2026Trailing Twelve Months
Operating Income$2,573 $3,592 $764 $2,295 $9,224 
Equity$161,077 
Structured Debt$— 
Total Capital Employed
$161,077 
Return on Capital Employed5.7 %




Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Computation of Trailing Twelve Months Return on Capital Employed Excluding Cash
(unaudited, in thousands)
Q3 2025Q4 2025Q1 2026Q2 2026Trailing Twelve Months
Operating Income$2,573 $3,592 $764 $2,295 $9,224 
Equity$161,077 
Structured Debt$— 
Less Cash$(12,134)
Total Capital Employed, Excluding Cash
$148,943 
Return on Capital Employed, Excluding Cash 6.2 %



Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Free Cash Flow
Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited, in thousands)

20262025
Cash flow provided by operations$7,070 $9,594 
Purchase of property, plant and equipment(12,082)(4,387)
Free cash flow$(5,012)$5,207 














Core Molding Technologies, Inc.
Adjusted Net Income per Share
(unaudited, in thousands)

Three Months Ended
June 30
Six Months Ended
June 30
2026202520262025
Net Income$1,783 $4,052 $2,388 $6,235 
Succession plan costs (net of tax)$479 $378 $1,404 $773 
Mexico expansion and footprint optimization costs (net of tax)$1,029 $158 $2,679 $158 
Adjusted net income$3,291 $4,588 $6,471 $7,166 
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic8,581,000 8,570,000 8,598,000 8,593,000 
Weighted average common and potentially issuable common shares outstanding - diluted8,709,000 8,620,000 8,725,000 8,704,000 
Net income per share - basic$0.21 $0.47 $0.28 $0.73 
Severance costs (net of tax)0.06 0.04 0.16 0.09 
Mexico expansion and footprint optimization costs (net of tax)$0.12 $0.02 $0.31 $0.02 
Adjusted net income per share - basic$0.39 $0.53 $0.75 $0.84 
Net income per share - diluted$0.21 $0.47 $0.27 $0.72 
Severance costs (net of tax)0.06 0.04 0.16 0.09 
Footprint optimization costs (net of tax)$0.12 $0.02 $0.31 $0.02 
Adjusted net income per share - diluted$0.39 $0.53 $0.74 $0.83 

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