Pure Cycle Q3 2026 profit jumps on water demand
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Pure Cycle Corporation reported strong growth for Q3 and the first nine months of fiscal 2026 and announced a board transition. Net income reached $2.9 million for the quarter and $8.6 million year to date, up 31% and 23% from 2025. Diluted EPS rose to $0.12 for the quarter and $0.36 year to date, increases of 33% and 24%. Total revenue grew to $8.2 million in Q3 and $22.5 million year to date, gains of 60% and 51%, driven by higher land development activity and sharply higher water and wastewater revenue tied to oil and gas demand. The company continues to advance its Sky Ranch development and single-family rental program while maintaining positive EBITDA. Director Daniel R. Kozlowski resigned from the board effective July 7, 2026, with no disagreement reported.
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- Strong top- and bottom-line growth: Q3 revenue rose 60% to $8.2 million and nine‑month revenue grew 51% to $22.5 million, while net income and EPS increased more than 20% versus 2025, highlighting momentum across water, land development, and rental segments.
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Pure Cycle posted robust revenue and earnings growth driven by water and land development.
Pure Cycle delivered Q3 revenue of $8.2 million, up 60%, and nine‑month revenue of $22.5 million, up 51% versus 2025. Net income rose to $2.9 million for the quarter and $8.6 million year to date, with diluted EPS of $0.12 and $0.36.
Growth was broad-based. Water and wastewater revenue increased significantly, helped by higher oil and gas water demand, while land development at Sky Ranch drove lot sales. Single‑family rentals added recurring income as 38 homes were rented and more units are under construction.
Working capital was $5.4 million with $8.4 million in cash and cash equivalents as of May 31 2026. The company also has an undrawn $10.0 million credit line and expects about $14.8 million of milestone and lot payments over the next 12 months, supporting ongoing development and infrastructure investment.
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