Record Q1 for Loar Holdings (NYSE: LOAR) as 2026 adjusted outlook raised
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Loar Holdings Inc. reported record first-quarter 2026 results, combining strong sales growth with higher non-cash and interest costs. Net sales reached $156.1 million, up 36.1% from the prior-year quarter, while net income declined to $11.1 million from $15.3 million as interest expense and amortization of acquired intangibles rose and inventory step-up from recent acquisitions was recognized.
Adjusted EBITDA increased to $63.2 million, up 46.6%, and Adjusted EBITDA Margin improved to 40.5% from 37.6%, reflecting operating leverage and accretive acquisitions. Diluted EPS was $0.12, down from $0.16, but Adjusted EPS rose to $0.34 from $0.28.
Loar raised its full-year 2026 outlook for net sales to $645–$655 million and Adjusted EBITDA to $257–$262 million, and increased Adjusted EPS guidance to $1.26–$1.30. At the same time, it lowered GAAP net income guidance to $53–$57 million and diluted EPS to $0.54–$0.59, reflecting higher expected interest and amortization expenses.
Positive
- Record Q1 2026 performance and stronger outlook: Net sales rose 36.1% to $156.1 million, Adjusted EBITDA grew 46.6% to $63.2 million with margin up to 40.5%, and 2026 guidance for sales, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS was raised.
- Broad-based growth across end markets: Commercial aerospace net sales increased to $75.0 million from $48.5 million, defense to $40.6 million from $28.8 million, and other markets to $9.7 million from $6.6 million, indicating demand strength across Loar’s portfolio.
Negative
- Lower GAAP profitability and higher leverage: Q1 2026 net income fell to $11.1 million from $15.3 million as interest expense nearly tripled to $18.7 million and amortization rose, and long-term debt increased to $943.3 million, contributing to reduced GAAP net income and EPS guidance for 2026.
Insights
Loar delivers record Q1 sales and margins, raises 2026 adjusted guidance despite higher interest and amortization.
Loar Holdings posted Q1 2026 net sales of $156.1 million, up 36.1% year over year, driven by both commercial and defense markets. Adjusted EBITDA rose 46.6% to $63.2 million, lifting Adjusted EBITDA Margin to 40.5% from 37.6%, showing strong operating leverage and contribution from acquisitions.
GAAP net income fell to $11.1 million from $15.3 million as net interest expense more than doubled to $18.7 million and amortization of acquired intangibles rose to $15.7 million. The company also recorded a $4.9 million inventory step-up related to the LMB and Harper Engineering acquisitions, all of which weigh on reported margins but are largely non-operating or non-cash.
Management raised 2026 guidance for net sales to $645–$655 million and Adjusted EBITDA to $257–$262 million, and increased Adjusted EPS to $1.26–$1.30. However, GAAP net income guidance was cut to $53–$57 million with net income margin around 8%, reflecting the higher interest and amortization burden from its acquisitive strategy. Future filings will show how quickly strong bookings and backlog translate into sustained cash generation alongside elevated leverage.
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Earnings Snapshot
For 2026, Loar guides net sales to $645–$655 million, net income to $53–$57 million, Adjusted EBITDA to $257–$262 million, net income margin around 8%, Adjusted EBITDA Margin about 40%, diluted EPS to $0.54–$0.59, and Adjusted EPS to $1.26–$1.30.
