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Jabil (NYSE: JBL) posts strong Q2 2026 and lifts full‑year forecast

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Jabil Inc. reported a strong second quarter of fiscal 2026 and raised its full‑year outlook. Net revenue rose to $8.3 billion from $6.7 billion a year earlier, while U.S. GAAP operating income increased to $374 million. Diluted earnings per share grew to $2.08 from $1.06, and non‑GAAP core diluted EPS reached $2.69.

The company now targets fiscal 2026 net revenue of $34 billion, core operating margin of 5.7%, core diluted EPS of $12.25, and adjusted free cash flow above $1.3 billion. For the third quarter, it guides net revenue of $8.1–$8.9 billion and GAAP diluted EPS of $2.36–$2.76.

Positive

  • Strong revenue and earnings growth: Q2 fiscal 2026 net revenue increased to $8.282 billion from $6.728 billion, while diluted EPS rose to $2.08 from $1.06, with non‑GAAP diluted core EPS at $2.69.
  • Raised full‑year 2026 outlook: Management now targets $34 billion in net revenue, 5.7% core operating margin, $12.25 core diluted EPS, and adjusted free cash flow above $1.3 billion.
  • Improved cash generation: For the first six months of fiscal 2026, net cash from operating activities rose to $734 million from $646 million, and adjusted free cash flow increased to $632 million from $487 million.

Negative

  • None.

Insights

Jabil delivered strong growth, expanding margins and raising its 2026 outlook.

Jabil posted Q2 fiscal 2026 net revenue of $8.282B, up from $6.728B, with U.S. GAAP operating income rising to $374M. Net income attributable to Jabil increased to $223M, and diluted EPS nearly doubled to $2.08 from $1.06.

Non‑GAAP core operating income climbed to $436M, and diluted core EPS reached $2.69. Management highlighted broad-based strength, led by Intelligent Infrastructure, and better-than-expected performance in Regulated Industries. These segments underpin the higher fiscal 2026 guidance.

The company now targets full‑year net revenue of $34B, core operating margin of 5.7%, core diluted EPS of $12.25, and adjusted free cash flow above $1.3B. Third‑quarter guidance, including net revenue of $8.1–$8.9B and GAAP diluted EPS of $2.36–$2.76, will be key benchmarks as results are reported in subsequent quarters.

Cash generation improved, supporting heavy acquisition and buyback spending.

For the first six months of fiscal 2026, Jabil generated net cash from operating activities of $734M, up from $646M. Adjusted free cash flow increased to $632M from $487M, despite higher working-capital swings.

Investing cash outflows of $963M reflected $848M of business and intangible asset acquisitions and $198M of capital expenditures. Financing cash flows included $600M in treasury stock purchases and net debt inflows, with total notes payable and long‑term debt rising versus August 31, 2025.

Management’s outlook for adjusted free cash flow above $1.3B in fiscal 2026 suggests they expect robust cash generation to support acquisitions, buybacks, and debt service. Future quarterly statements will show whether operating cash flow and margins track these targets.

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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) March 18, 2026
Jabil Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware001-1406338-1886260
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)
(Commission
 File Number)
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
10800 Roosevelt Boulevard North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33716
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (727) 577-9749
(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:
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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, $0.001 par value per shareJBLNew York Stock Exchange

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 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On March 18, 2026, Jabil Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its results of operations for the second fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2026. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference.

The information furnished herewith pursuant to Item 2.02 of this Current Report, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, whether made before or after the date of this Current Report, regardless of any general incorporation language in the filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
 
(d)    Exhibits

The following exhibit is furnished herewith:
 
Exhibit No. Description
99.1 
Press Release dated March 18, 2026.
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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
JABIL INC.
(Registrant)
March 18, 2026By:
/s/ GREGORY B. HEBARD
Gregory B. Hebard
Chief Financial Officer


Exhibit 99.1
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Jabil Posts Second Quarter Results
Raises Fiscal 2026 Outlook
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – March 18, 2026 Today, Jabil Inc. (NYSE: JBL), reported preliminary, unaudited financial results for its second quarter of fiscal year 2026.
Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Highlights:
 
Net revenue: $8.3 billion
U.S. GAAP operating income: $374 million
U.S. GAAP diluted earnings per share: $2.08
Core operating income (Non-GAAP): $436 million
Core diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP): $2.69
“Jabil delivered a very strong second quarter, with results ahead of our expectations across revenue, core operating margin, and core EPS,” said CEO Mike Dastoor. “Our better-than-expected performance in the quarter was broad-based, reflecting the strength of our diversified portfolio and was led by continued momentum in Intelligent Infrastructure, where demand remains robust across cloud and data center infrastructure, networking and communications, and capital equipment. We also saw encouraging improvement in Regulated Industries, with automotive and renewables performing better than we anticipated earlier in the year.”
“Given the strength of our second-quarter results and increasing confidence in the back half of the year, we are raising our fiscal 2026 outlook for revenue and core EPS. As we move ahead, we remain focused on profitable growth, disciplined execution, margin expansion, strong cash generation, and delivering long-term value for our shareholders,” he added.
Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook:
 
Net revenue
$8.1 billion to $8.9 billion
U.S. GAAP operating income
$398 million to $458 million
U.S. GAAP diluted earnings per share
$2.36 to $2.76 per diluted share
Core operating income (Non-GAAP)(1)
$452 million to $512 million
Core diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP)(1)
$2.83 to $3.23 per diluted share
(1)Core operating income and core diluted earnings per share exclude anticipated adjustments of $24 million for amortization of intangibles (or $0.20 per diluted share) and $24 million for stock-based compensation expense and related charges (or $0.22 per diluted share) and $6 million (or $0.05 per diluted share) for restructuring, severance and related charges.
Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook:
Net revenue
$34 billion
Core operating margin (Non-GAAP)    
5.7%
Core diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP)
$12.25 per diluted share
Adjusted free cash flow (Non-GAAP)
$1.3+ billion



(Definitions: “U.S. GAAP” means U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Jabil defines core operating income as U.S. GAAP operating income less amortization of intangibles, stock-based compensation expense and related charges, restructuring, severance and related charges, distressed customer charges, loss on disposal of subsidiaries, settlement of receivables and related charges, impairment of notes receivable and related charges, goodwill impairment charges, business interruption and impairment charges, net, (gain) loss from the divestiture of businesses, acquisition and divestiture related charges, plus other components of net periodic benefit cost. Jabil defines core earnings as core operating income, less loss on debt extinguishment, loss (gain) on securities, other components of net periodic benefit cost, income (loss) from discontinued operations, gain (loss) on sale of discontinued operations and certain other expenses, net of tax and certain deferred tax valuation allowance charges. Jabil defines core diluted earnings per share as core earnings divided by the weighted average number of outstanding diluted shares as determined under U.S. GAAP. Jabil defines adjusted free cash flow as net cash provided by (used in) operating activities less net capital expenditures (acquisition of property, plant and equipment less proceeds and advances from sale of property, plant and equipment). Jabil reports core operating income, core earnings, core diluted earnings per share and adjusted free cash flow to provide investors an additional method for assessing operating income, earnings, diluted earnings per share and free cash flow from what it believes are its core manufacturing operations. See the accompanying reconciliation of Jabil’s core operating income to its U.S. GAAP operating income, its calculation of core earnings and core diluted earnings per share to its U.S. GAAP net income and U.S. GAAP earnings per share and additional information in the supplemental information.)
Forward Looking Statements: This release contains forward-looking statements, including those regarding our anticipated financial results for our second quarter of fiscal year 2026 and our guidance for future financial performance in our third quarter of fiscal year 2026 (including, net revenue, U.S. GAAP operating income, U.S. GAAP diluted earnings per share, core operating income (Non-GAAP), core diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP) results and the components thereof, including but not limited to amortization of intangibles, stock-based compensation expense and related charges and restructuring, severance and related charges); and our full year 2026 (including net revenue, core operating margin (Non-GAAP), core diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP), the components thereof and adjusted free cash flow (Non-GAAP)). The statements in this release are based on current expectations, forecasts and assumptions involving risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from our current expectations. Such factors include, but are not limited to: our determination as we finalize our financial results for our second quarter of fiscal year 2026 that our financial results and conditions differ from our current preliminary unaudited numbers set forth herein; scheduling production, managing growth and capital expenditures and maximizing the efficiency of our manufacturing capacity effectively; managing rapid declines or increases in customer demand and other related customer challenges that may occur; our dependence on a limited number of customers; our ability to purchase components efficiently and reliance on a limited number of suppliers for critical components; risks arising from relationships with emerging companies; changes in technology and competition in our industry; our ability to introduce new business models or programs requiring implementation of new competencies; competition; transportation issues; our ability to maintain our engineering, technological and manufacturing expertise; retaining key personnel; risks associated with international sales and operations, including geopolitical uncertainties; energy price increases or shortages; our ability to achieve expected profitability from acquisitions; risk arising from our restructuring activities; issues involving our information systems, including security issues; regulatory risks (including the expense of complying, or failing to comply, with applicable regulations; risk arising from design or manufacturing defects; risk arising from compliance, or failure to comply, with environmental, health and safety laws or regulations; risk arising from litigation; and intellectual property risk); financial risks (including customers or suppliers who become financially troubled; turmoil in financial markets; tax risks; credit rating risks; risks of exposure to debt; currency fluctuations; and asset impairment); changes in financial accounting standards or policies; risk of natural disaster, climate change or other global events; and risks arising from expectations relating to environmental, social and governance considerations. Additional factors that could cause such differences can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2025 and our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
Supplemental Information Regarding Non-GAAP Financial Measures: Jabil provides supplemental, non-GAAP financial measures in this release to facilitate evaluation of Jabil’s core operating performance. These non-GAAP measures exclude certain amounts that are included in the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measures, do not have standard meanings and may vary from the non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies. Management believes these “core” financial measures are useful measures that facilitate evaluation of the past and future performance of Jabil’s ongoing operations on a comparable basis.
Jabil reports core operating income, core earnings, core diluted earnings per share and adjusted free cash flows to provide investors an additional method for assessing operating income, earnings, earnings per share and free cash flow from what it believes are its core manufacturing operations. Among other uses, management uses non-GAAP financial measures to make operating decisions, assess business performance and as a factor in determining certain employee performance when determining incentive compensation.



The Company determines an annual normalized tax rate (“normalized core tax rate”) for the computation of the non-GAAP (core) income tax provision to provide better consistency across reporting periods. In estimating the normalized core tax rate annually, the Company utilizes a full-year financial projection of core earnings that considers the mix of earnings across tax jurisdictions, existing tax positions, and other significant tax matters. The Company may adjust the normalized core tax rate during the year for material impacts from new tax legislation or material changes to the Company’s operations.
Detailed definitions of certain of the core financial measures are included above under “Definitions” and a reconciliation of the disclosed core financial measures to the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP financial measures is included under the heading “Supplemental Data” at the end of this release.

Meeting and Replay Information: Jabil will hold a conference call today at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss its earnings for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026. To access the live audio webcast and view the accompanying slide presentation, visit the Investor Relations section of Jabil’s website, located at https://investors.jabil.com. An archived replay of the webcast will also be available after completion of the call.

About Jabil: At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world’s top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. Discover more at www.jabil.com.

Investor Contact
Adam Berry
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Affairs  
adam_berry@jabil.com

Media Contact
Timur Aydin
Senior Director, Enterprise Marketing and Communications
publicrelations@jabil.com



JABIL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in millions)
 
February 28, 2026
(unaudited)August 31, 2025
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$1,830 $1,933 
Accounts receivable, net4,390 4,039 
Contract assets1,270 1,057 
Inventories, net4,972 4,681 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets2,547 2,010 
Total current assets15,009 13,720 
Property, plant and equipment, net2,840 2,847 
Operating lease right-of-use assets487 462 
Goodwill and intangible assets, net1,877 1,114 
Deferred income taxes147 141 
Other assets268 259 
Total assets$20,628 $18,543 
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Current installments of notes payable and long-term debt$500 $499 
Accounts payable8,517 7,937 
Accrued expenses5,695 5,185 
Current operating lease liabilities99 93 
Total current liabilities14,811 13,714 
Notes payable and long-term debt, less current installments3,376 2,386 
Other liabilities405 345 
Non-current operating lease liabilities414 388 
Income tax liabilities131 113 
Deferred income taxes142 80 
Total liabilities19,279 17,026 
Commitments and contingencies
Equity:
Jabil Inc. stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock— — 
Common stock— — 
Additional paid-in capital3,149 3,047 
Retained earnings6,733 6,382 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
— (17)
Treasury stock, at cost(8,538)(7,899)
Total Jabil Inc. stockholders’ equity1,344 1,513 
Noncontrolling interests
Total equity1,349 1,517 
Total liabilities and equity$20,628 $18,543 




JABIL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in millions, except for per share data)
(Unaudited)
 
 Three months endedSix months ended
 February 28, 2026February 28, 2025February 28, 2026February 28, 2025
Net revenue$8,282 $6,728 $16,587 $13,722 
Cost of revenue7,536 6,152 15,099 12,540 
Gross profit746 576 1,488 1,182 
Operating expenses:
Selling, general and administrative329 256 673 561 
Research and development14 15 
Amortization of intangibles23 15 42 28 
Restructuring, severance and related charges45 81 128 
Loss from the divestiture of businesses— — — 
Acquisition and divestiture related charges21 
Operating income374 245 657 442 
Interest and other, net74 61 137 119 
Income before income tax300 184 520 323 
Income tax expense78 67 152 106 
Net income222 117 368 217 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests, net of tax(1)— (1)— 
Net income attributable to Jabil Inc.$223 $117 $369 $217 
Earnings per share attributable to the stockholders of Jabil Inc.:
Basic$2.10 $1.07 $3.46 $1.95 
Diluted$2.08 $1.06 $3.43 $1.93 
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic106.0 110.0 106.5 111.3 
Diluted106.9 111.1 107.6 112.6 




JABIL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in millions)
(Unaudited)
 
 Six months ended
 February 28, 2026February 28, 2025
Cash flows provided by operating activities:
Net income$368 $217 
Depreciation, amortization, and other, net449 373 
Change in operating assets and liabilities, exclusive of net assets acquired(83)56 
Net cash provided by operating activities
734 646 
Cash flows used in investing activities:
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment(198)(213)
Proceeds and advances from sale of property, plant and equipment96 54 
Cash paid for business and intangible asset acquisitions, net of cash(848)(361)
Other, net(13)17 
Net cash used in investing activities
(963)(503)
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities:
Borrowings under debt agreements1,678 334 
Payments toward debt agreements(897)(414)
Payments to acquire treasury stock(600)(636)
Dividends paid to stockholders(18)(19)
Net proceeds from exercise of stock options and issuance of common stock under employee stock purchase plan39 33 
Treasury stock minimum tax withholding related to vesting of restricted stock(65)(41)
Other, net(17)(3)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
120 (746)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents(6)
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
(103)(609)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period1,933 2,201 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period$1,830 $1,592 




JABIL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA
RECONCILIATION OF U.S. GAAP FINANCIAL RESULTS TO NON-GAAP MEASURES
(in millions, except for per share data)
(Unaudited)
 Three months endedSix months ended
February 28, 2026February 28, 2025February 28, 2026February 28, 2025
Operating income (U.S. GAAP)
$374 $245 $657 $442 
Amortization of intangibles23 15 42 28 
Stock-based compensation expense and related charges27 21 90 65 
Restructuring, severance and related charges(1)
45 81 128 
Net periodic benefit (credit) cost(1)— (1)
Business interruption and impairment charges, net(2)
— — — 
Loss from the divestiture of businesses— — — 
Acquisition and divestiture related charges(3)
21 
Adjustments to operating income62 89 233 239 
Core operating income (Non-GAAP)$436 $334 $890 $681 
Net income attributable to Jabil Inc. (U.S. GAAP)
$223 $117 $369 $217 
Adjustments to operating income62 89 233 239 
Net periodic benefit credit (cost)— (1)
Adjustments for taxes(6)(12)
Core earnings (Non-GAAP)$288 $215 $597 $443 
Diluted earnings per share (U.S. GAAP)$2.08 $1.06 $3.43 $1.93 
Diluted core earnings per share (Non-GAAP)$2.69 $1.94 $5.55 $3.94 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding (U.S. GAAP and Non-GAAP)106.9 111.1 107.6 112.6 
(1)Charges recorded during the three months and six months ended February 28, 2026, relate to targeted restructuring activities to optimize our cost structure and improve operational efficiencies. Charges recorded during the three months and six months ended February 28, 2025, primarily related to the 2025 Restructuring Plan.
(2)Charges recorded during the six months ended February 28, 2025, related primarily to costs associated with damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which impacted our operations in St. Petersburg, Florida and Asheville and Hendersonville, North Carolina.
(3)Charges recorded during the three months and six months ended February 28, 2026, include $11 million and $8 million, respectively, of gains on forward foreign exchange contracts in connection with the acquisition of Hanley Energy Group.



JABIL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA
ADJUSTED FREE CASH FLOW
(in millions)
(Unaudited)
 Six months ended
February 28, 2026February 28, 2025
Net cash provided by operating activities (U.S. GAAP)
$734 $646 
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment (“PP&E”)
(198)(213)
Proceeds and advances from sale of PP&E96 54 
Adjusted free cash flow (Non-GAAP)$632 $487 





FAQ

How did Jabil (JBL) perform in its Q2 fiscal 2026 results?

Jabil reported strong Q2 fiscal 2026 growth, with net revenue of $8.282 billion and U.S. GAAP diluted EPS of $2.08. Core diluted EPS (non‑GAAP) reached $2.69, reflecting improved margins and broad-based strength across Intelligent Infrastructure and Regulated Industries compared with the prior‑year quarter.

What guidance did Jabil (JBL) give for Q3 fiscal 2026?

For Q3 fiscal 2026, Jabil guided higher revenue and earnings, expecting net revenue between $8.1 billion and $8.9 billion and U.S. GAAP diluted EPS of $2.36 to $2.76. It also projects core diluted EPS (non‑GAAP) between $2.83 and $3.23, with higher core operating income.

How did Jabil’s cash flow and adjusted free cash flow trend in fiscal 2026?

Jabil’s cash generation improved year over year. For the first six months of fiscal 2026, net cash from operating activities was $734 million versus $646 million, while adjusted free cash flow rose to $632 million from $487 million, even with significant acquisition and capital spending.

What is Jabil’s full‑year fiscal 2026 outlook for revenue and earnings?

Jabil raised its full‑year fiscal 2026 outlook to net revenue of $34 billion, core operating margin of 5.7%, and core diluted earnings per share of $12.25. It also targets adjusted free cash flow above $1.3 billion, signaling confidence in sustained profitable growth and cash generation.

How did Jabil’s Q2 fiscal 2026 results compare with the prior year?

Jabil delivered strong year‑over‑year improvement, with Q2 net revenue increasing to $8.282 billion from $6.728 billion and operating income rising to $374 million from $245 million. Diluted EPS climbed to $2.08 from $1.06, while non‑GAAP diluted core EPS improved to $2.69 from $1.94.

What non‑GAAP metrics does Jabil (JBL) emphasize in its results?

Jabil highlights several non‑GAAP “core” metrics, including core operating income, core earnings, core diluted earnings per share, and adjusted free cash flow. These exclude items such as amortization of intangibles, stock‑based compensation, restructuring charges, certain acquisition impacts, and specific tax adjustments to focus on core operations.

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