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Trex (NYSE: TREX) Q1 2026 results, $150M buyback and reaffirmed outlook

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Trex Company reported first quarter 2026 net sales of $343.4 million, up 1% from the prior year, with gross margin steady at 40.5%. Net income was $61.4 million, or $0.58 per diluted share, and adjusted EBITDA was $103.1 million.

Free cash flow was negative $143.4 million but improved 39% year over year as capital spending on the Little Rock facility declined. Trex reaffirmed full-year 2026 guidance, with revenue expected between $1.185 billion and $1.23 billion and adjusted EBITDA between $315 million and $340 million, and guided Q2 2026 revenue to $388–$403 million.

The company executed and expanded share repurchases, authorizing a $100 million accelerated share repurchase and $50 million of additional discretionary buybacks it plans to complete in Q2, and its board added 10 million shares to the existing repurchase authorization, bringing potential repurchases to roughly 13% of outstanding shares.

Positive

  • Robust capital return: Trex initiated a $100 million accelerated share repurchase plus $50 million of additional discretionary buybacks for Q2 2026, and the board increased the repurchase authorization by 10 million shares, bringing potential repurchases to roughly 13% of outstanding shares.
  • Stable performance with reaffirmed guidance: Q1 2026 net sales grew 1% to $343.4 million with gross margin steady at 40.5%, adjusted EBITDA increased to $103.1 million, and management reaffirmed full-year 2026 revenue guidance of $1.185–$1.23 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $315–$340 million.
  • Improving free cash flow trend: Free cash flow was negative $143.4 million but improved 39% year over year as capital expenditures declined, with 2026 capex guided to $100–$120 million versus $224 million in 2025, supporting expectations for stronger free cash flow over time.

Negative

  • None.

Insights

Trex posted steady Q1 results, reaffirmed 2026 guidance, and leaned into sizable buybacks.

Trex delivered essentially flat year-over-year performance with Q1 2026 net sales of $343.4M (up 1%) and gross margin holding at 40.5%. Net income of $61.4M and diluted EPS of $0.58 modestly exceeded the prior year, while adjusted EBITDA rose to $103.1M.

Cash generation remains seasonal, with free cash flow at $(143.4)M but improving 39% versus 2025 as Arkansas campus capital spending eases. Debt usage increased, with line-of-credit borrowings at $382.5M as of March 31, 2026, partly funding inventory and buybacks.

Capital return is a clear focus: management launched a $100M accelerated share repurchase plus $50M of additional discretionary repurchases targeted for completion in Q2. The board also added 10 million shares to the authorization, enabling potential repurchases of about 13% of shares outstanding at quarter end. Reaffirmed 2026 revenue guidance of $1.185B–$1.23B and adjusted EBITDA of $315M–$340M underscores management’s confidence in execution.

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.
Q1 2026 Net Sales $343.4M Three months ended March 31, 2026; up 1% year over year
Q1 2026 Net Income $61.4M Three months ended March 31, 2026; vs $60.4M prior year
Q1 2026 Diluted EPS $0.58/share Three months ended March 31, 2026; vs $0.56 prior year
Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA $103.1M Three months ended March 31, 2026; vs $101.3M prior year
Q1 2026 Free Cash Flow $(143.4)M Three months ended March 31, 2026; 39% improvement vs prior year
2026 Revenue Guidance $1.185B–$1.23B Full-year 2026 net sales outlook reaffirmed
Share Repurchase Program $150M + 10M shares authorization Q2 2026 ASR and discretionary buybacks; authorization covers ~13% of shares
2026 CapEx Guidance $100M–$120M Full-year 2026 capital expenditures; down from $224M in 2025
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"Adjusted EBITDA of $103 million compared favorably to an adjusted EBITDA of $101 million"
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 was ($143) million, a 39% improvement from last year"
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.
accelerated share repurchase financial
"including a $100 million ASR program and $50 million of additional discretionary repurchases"
An accelerated share repurchase is a deal where a company hires a bank to buy back a large block of its own stock immediately on the open market, with the bank later settling the exact number of shares over time. For investors it matters because the immediate reduction in shares outstanding can raise per‑share earnings and often supports the stock price, but it also uses company cash or borrowing and can change liquidity and future growth funding.
non-GAAP financial measures financial
"we provide the following non-GAAP financial measures, adjusted gross profit, adjusted net income"
Non-GAAP financial measures are numbers companies use to show their financial performance that exclude certain expenses or income. They help investors see how the company might perform without one-time costs or other unusual items, giving a different perspective from official reports. However, since they can be adjusted, they don’t always tell the full story and should be looked at alongside standard financial figures.
effective tax rate financial
"Effective tax rate | | 25.5% | | 27.0%"
The effective tax rate is the percentage of a company's profits that it pays in taxes. It shows how much of its earnings go to taxes after all deductions and credits are considered. For investors, it indicates how much of the company's income is taken by taxes, impacting overall profitability and financial health.
Revenue $343.4M +1% YoY
Net income $61.4M vs $60.4M prior year
Diluted EPS $0.58 vs $0.56 prior year
Adjusted EBITDA $103.1M vs $101.3M prior year
Guidance

Full-year 2026 net sales $1.185B–$1.23B, adjusted EBITDA $315M–$340M, effective tax rate 25.5%–27.0%, capex $100M–$120M, and Q2 2026 revenue $388M–$403M.

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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): May 07, 2026

 

 

Trex Company Inc

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

 

 

Delaware

001-14649

54-1910453

(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

 

 

 

 

 

2500 Trex Way

 

Winchester, Virginia

 

22601

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

 

(Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 540 542-6300

 

 

(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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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 class

 

Trading
Symbol(s)

 


Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock

 

TREX

 

New York Stock Exchange 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 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On May 7, 2026, Trex Company, Inc. issued a press release announcing financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026. A copy of such press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Trex Company, Inc. herewith furnishes the following exhibits:

 

Exhibit

Number

Description of Exhibit

99.1

Press release dated May 7, 2026, announcing financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026.

104.1

Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

 


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.

 

 

 

 

Trex Company, Inc.

 

 

 

 

Date:

May 7, 2026

 

/s/ Prithvi S. Gandhi

 

 

 

Prithvi S. Gandhi

 

 

 

Senior Vice President and

Chief Financial Officer

 


Exhibit 99.1

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News release

 

 

TREX COMPANY REPORTS Solid first QUARTER 2026 RESULTS

 

 

 

Launches Five Long-Term Strategic Priorities

Well Positioned Heading Into Peak Deck-Building Season with Recent Home Center Stocking Wins

Executes and Expands Significant Share Repurchase Program

Reaffirms Full Year 2026 Guidance

 

First Quarter Financial Highlights

 

Net sales of $343 million
Gross margin of 40.5%
Net income of $61 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.58
Adjusted net income of $62 million and adjusted diluted earnings per share of $0.59
Adjusted EBITDA of $103 million

 

WINCHESTER, Va. –May 7, 2026– Trex Company, Inc. [NYSE:TREX], the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative composite decking and railing, and a leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products, today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2026.

 

Commenting on the quarter, Adam Zambanini, President and CEO, said, “We entered 2026 with strong momentum and a renewed sense of energy and excitement driving the entire organization forward. During the quarter, Trex delivered solid results driven primarily by positive performance in our premium decking portfolio and supported by recent shelf space wins in retail. The Company also delivered strong margins, reflecting product mix, operational efficiencies and cost discipline.”

 

“During the quarter, we began to take decisive actions aligned with our new long-term strategic priorities, positioning the Company to return to above-industry growth through unmatched innovation, enhanced execution, and renewed investment in our brand, marketing, and customer experience.

 

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Long-Term Strategic Priorities

 

Trex recently launched five priorities to define a focused, durable path to long-term profitable growth and increased shareholder value:

 

1.
Create an Unbreakable Bond with End Users: Deepen brand preference and loyalty across consumers, contractors, and pros through superior marketing, product experience, and service.

 

2.
Launch High‑Performance Innovation: Continue to expand Trex’s leadership in material science and performance through products that represent the next generation of outdoor living solutions.

 

3.
Optimize Channels for Growth: Strengthen distribution effectiveness and ensure Trex products are readily available across retail, dealer, and pro channels to drive above-market growth.

 

4.
Lower the Cost of Railing: Drive cost efficiencies and design advancements to enhance margin structure and accelerate share gains in this fast‑growing product line.

 

5.
Growth Enablement: Invest in the foundation – culture, technology, and talent – that powers sustainable growth. We’re strengthening our organization by aligning around accountability, upskilling for digital and commercial excellence, and fostering an innovation‑driven culture that empowers teams to act with speed and discipline.

 

“As I noted last quarter, driving growth through innovation remains a key priority. Our recently launched PVC decking product is performing well, leading us to expand into geographies beyond our initial West Coast rollout. The fire-rated product category represents an attractive market opportunity, and we are committed to competing aggressively to capture share in this and other potential growth areas through unmatched product innovation.

 

“Our refined incentive and marketing programs have been very well received by our channel partners further strengthening these valued relationships. We also are excited about the next phase of our consumer- and pro-focused marketing campaign centered around our “Performance-Engineered for Your Life Outdoors™” brand platform, which launched in May 2025. As we move forward, the Trex brand and our value proposition will become increasingly visible and strategically positioned, with the impact of these programs further enhanced by our investment in digital tools. In the first quarter our digital metrics showed consistent growth across key leading indicators, with high‑intent behaviors meaningfully outpacing overall traffic, signaling more deliberate consumer engagement,” noted Mr. Zambanini.

 

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Q1 2026 Financial Summary

 

All financial results comparisons made are against the prior-year period unless otherwise noted:

 

Net sales were $343 million compared to $340 million, an increase of 1%, due to positive price/mix in the quarter.

 

Gross profit was $139 million with gross margin of 40.5%, compared to gross profit of $138 million and gross margin of 40.5%. There were no adjustments to this year’s gross profit while last year’s adjusted gross profit, which excluded railing conversion costs of approximately $4 million, was $142 million. A favorable mix of higher margin premium decking boards and margin improvement from continued operational excellence programs helped to offset a $4M increase in depreciation expenses related to our Little Rock production facility. The Company experienced no impact on gross margins related to increased oil prices during the quarter.

 

Selling, general, and administrative expenses were $56 million, representing 16.2% of net sales, compared to $56 million, or 16.5% of net sales in the prior year. Excluding digital transformation costs and Arkansas facility start-up expenses of $1.2 million and $1.5 million, SG&A was $54 million and $55 million, respectively. The Company continued to increase its investment in branding and marketing programs to drive future growth. Other expenses, including personnel and healthcare related expenses, were lower than expected due to cost containment and timing.

 

Net income was $61 million, or $0.58 per diluted share, compared to net income of $60 million, or $0.56 per diluted share in the prior year. Adjusted net income was $62 million, with adjusted diluted EPS of $0.59, compared to adjusted net income of $64 million with adjusted diluted earnings per share of $0.60.

 

Adjusted EBITDA of $103 million compared favorably to an adjusted EBITDA of $101 million in the prior year.

 

Free cash flow was ($143) million, a 39% improvement from last year, reflecting effective management of working capital and lower capital expenditures as we finish the new Little Rock facility.

 

During the quarter, the Company authorized significant share repurchase programs including a $100 million ASR program and $50 million of additional discretionary repurchases as part of an existing share repurchase authorization. The Company intends to complete the $150 million repurchase program in the second quarter. Share repurchases remain a key aspect of the Company’s capital allocation strategy.

 

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New Developments & Recognitions

 

Launched Refuge Decking, an ignition resistant PVC decking line, across select markets in the West, New England and Mid-Atlantic.

 

Named Green Builder Media’s Sustainable Brand leader in the decking category for the 16th consecutive year. Trex® Refuge™ was also selected by Green Builder editors as one of the most sustainable products of the year for 2026.

 

Named One of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies. Trex was named to Newsweek’s list of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026.

 

Named America’s Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking for sixth consecutive year, according to a nationwide study by Lifestory Research.

 

Trex Innovation Earned Top Industry and Global Design Honors. Trex Select® Decking and Signature® X-Series Railing recognized for performance and versatility.

 

Summary & Outlook

 

“We continue to anticipate the overall R&R market to be down to flat this year and are closely monitoring any impact on consumer confidence from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. First quarter financial results were consistent with the cadence we anticipated for the year, with the typical seasonality of the business reflected in both revenue and margins. Additionally, the first quarter reflects continued execution on our commitment to returning capital to shareholders,” said Prith Gandhi, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

 

Based on current visibility, the Company is reaffirming its full year 2026 guidance, shown in the table below, with revenue ranging from $1.185 billion to $1.23 billion and adjusted EBITDA ranging from $315 million to $340 million. The Company also provided second quarter revenue guidance in the range of $388 to $403 million.

 

The Company expects robust free cash flow generation this year, supported by a meaningful reduction in capital expenditures relative to 2025, as the peak investment phase of the Arkansas campus build-out transitions to an operational phase. Capital expenditure guidance for 2026 is $100 million to $120 million, down from $224 million in 2025. As construction winds down, The Company expects another meaningful increase in free cash flow in 2027 and beyond as capital expenditures return to maintenance levels of roughly 5 to 6% of revenue.

 

In addition to the execution of its $150 million share repurchase program, the Board of Directors authorized a 10 million share increase to the Company’s existing share repurchase program,

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bringing the total potential shares available for repurchase to approximately 13% of Trex’s outstanding shares at the end of the quarter.

 

Full Year 2026 Guidance

 

 

Low

 

High

Net sales

 

$1.185B

 

$1.230B

Adjusted EBITDA

 

$315M

 

$340M

Depreciation and amortization

~$85M

SG&A

~18% of net sales

Interest expense

 

$8M

 

$10M

Effective tax rate

 

25.5%

 

27.0%

CapEx

 

$100M

 

$120M

 

Q2 2026 Guidance

 

 

Low

 

High

Net sales

 

$388M

 

$403M

 

Conference Call & Webcast Information

 

Trex will hold a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2026 results on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. ET. To participate on the day of the call, dial 1-844-792-3734, or internationally 1-412-317-5126, approximately ten minutes before the call, and tell the operator you wish to join the Trex Company Conference Call.

 

A live webcast of the conference call will be available in the Investor Relations section of the Trex Company website at 1Q26 Earnings Webcast. For those who cannot listen to the live broadcast, an audio replay of the conference call will be available within 24 hours of the call on the Trex website. The audio replay will be available for 30 days.

 

Use of Non-GAAP Measures

 

The Company reports its financial results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP). To supplement our consolidated financial statements reported on a GAAP basis, we provide the following non-GAAP financial measures, adjusted gross profit, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow. Management believes these non-GAAP financial measures provide investors with additional meaningful financial information that should be considered when assessing our underlying business performance and trends. Further, management believes these non-GAAP financial measures also enhance investors’ ability to compare period-to-period financial results. Non-GAAP financial measures should be viewed in addition to, and not as an alternative for, the Company’s reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP and are not meant to be

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considered superior to or a substitute for our GAAP results. Our non-GAAP financial measures do not represent a comprehensive basis of accounting. Therefore, our non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP information are included below. Management uses these non-GAAP financial measures in making financial, operating, compensation and planning decisions and in evaluating the Company’s performance. Disclosing these non-GAAP financial measures allows investors and management to view our operating results excluding the impact of items that are not reflective of the underlying operating performance.

 

Non-GAAP Reconciliation Tables

 

Reconciliation of GAAP Gross Profit to Adjusted Gross Profit

 

 

 

Three Months Ended
March 31,

TREX COMPANY, INC.

 

2026

 

2025

 

 

($ in thousands)

Gross profit

 

$139,022

 

$137,731

Railing conversion

 

-

 

3,826

Adjusted gross profit

 

$139,022

 

$141,557

 

Reconciliation of GAAP Net Income to Adjusted Net Income

 

 

TREX COMPANY, INC.

 

Three Months Ended
March 31,

 

 

 

2026

 

 

2025

 

 

 

($ in thousands)

 

Net Income

 

$

61,403

 

 

$

60,434

 

Railing conversion

 

 

 

 

 

3,826

 

Digital transformation

 

 

1,014

 

 

 

452

 

Arkansas start up

 

 

226

 

 

 

1,085

 

Income tax effect*

 

 

(327

)

 

 

(1,383

)

Adjusted Net Income

 

$

62,316

 

 

$

64,414

 

Diluted earnings per share

 

$

0.58

 

 

$

0.56

 

Adjused diluted earnings per share

 

$

0.59

 

 

$

0.60

 

 

* Income tax effect calculated using the effective tax rate for the applicable period

 

 

 

 

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Reconciliation of GAAP Net Income to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

 

 

 

Three Months Ended
March 31,

TREX COMPANY, INC.

 

2026

 

2025

 

 

($ in thousands)

Net Income

 

$61,403

 

$60,434

Interest expense, net

 

 

76

Income tax expense

 

22,102

 

21,153

Depreciation and amortization

 

18,371

 

14,249

EBITDA

 

$101,876

 

$95,912

Railing conversion

 

 

3,826

Digital transformation

 

1,014

 

452

Arkansas start up

 

226

 

1,085

Adjusted EBITDA

 

$103,116

 

$101,275

 

Reconciliation of GAAP Cash from Operations to Free Cash Flow

 

TREX COMPANY, INC.

 

Three Months Ended
March 31,

 

 

2026

 

2025

 

 

($ in thousands)

Net cash (used in) operating activities

 

$(118,425)

 

$(154,013)

Expenditures for property, plant, and equipment

 

(23,105)

 

(79,486)

Purchased intangibles

 

(1,852)

 

(635)

Free cash flow

 

$(143,382)

 

$(234,134)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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GAAP Financial Statement Tables

 

TREX COMPANY, INC.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
(In thousands, except share and per share data)

 

 

Three Months Ended
March 31,

 

 

2026

 

2025

 

 

(Unaudited)

Net sales

 

$343,403

 

$339,993

Cost of sales

 

204,381

 

202,262

Gross profit

 

139,022

 

137,731

Selling, general and administrative expenses

 

55,517

 

56,068

Income from operations

 

83,505

 

81,663

Interest expense, net

 

 

76

Income before income taxes

 

83,505

 

81,587

Provision for income taxes

 

22,102

 

21,153

Net income

 

$61,403

 

$60,434

Basic earnings per common share

 

$0.58

 

$0.56

Basic weighted average common shares outstanding

 

105,058,351

 

107,180,665

Diluted earnings per common share

 

$0.58

 

$0.56

Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding

 

105,132,511

 

107,284,084

Comprehensive income

 

$61,403

 

$60,434

 

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TREX COMPANY, INC.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands, except share data)
(unaudited)

 

 

March 31,

 

December 31,

 

 

2026

 

2025

ASSETS

 

 

 

 

Current assets:

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$4,492

 

$3,807

Accounts receivable, net

 

326,928

 

48,091

Inventories

 

229,580

 

238,665

Prepaid expenses and other assets

 

19,031

 

19,843

Total current assets

 

580,031

 

310,406

Property, plant and equipment, net

 

1,054,824

 

1,049,733

Operating lease assets

 

51,404

 

52,632

Goodwill and other intangible assets, net

 

32,906

 

31,529

Other assets

 

10,649

 

9,141

Total assets

 

$1,729,814

 

$1,453,441

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities:

 

 

 

 

Accounts payable

 

$65,941

 

$34,759

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

 

112,739

 

77,030

Accrued warranty

 

5,221

 

5,416

Line of credit

 

382,500

 

133,500

Total current liabilities

 

566,401

 

250,705

Deferred income taxes

 

85,833

 

85,833

Operating lease liabilities

 

40,138

 

41,755

Non-current accrued warranty

 

25,121

 

24,324

Other long-term liabilities

 

16,560

 

16,560

Total liabilities

 

734,053

 

419,177

Stockholder's equity:

 

 

 

 

Preferred stock,$0.01 par value, 3,000,000 shares authorized;

 

 

Common stock, $0.01 par value, 360,000,000 shares authorized; 141,280,582 and 141,208,139 shares issued and 103,898,577 and 105,737,266 shares outstanding at March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively

 

1,413

 

1,412

Additional paid-in capital

 

136,183

 

155,316

Retained earnings

 

1,851,250

 

1,789,847

Treasury stock, at cost, 37,382,005 and 35,470,873 shares at March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively

 

(993,085)

 

(912,311)

Total stockholders' equity

 

995,761

 

1,034,264

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

 

$1,729,814

 

$1,453,441

 

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TREX COMPANY, INC.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In thousands)

 

 

Three Months Ended
March 31,

 

 

2026

 

2025

 

 

(unaudited)

Operating Activities

 

 

 

 

Net income

 

$61,403

 

$60,434

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities:

 

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

18,371

 

14,249

Stock-based compensation

 

2,634

 

2,313

(Gain) on disposal of property, plant and equipment

 

(45)

 

(57)

Other non-cash adjustments

 

117

 

117

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

 

 

 

 

Accounts receivable

 

(278,838)

 

(302,708)

Inventories

 

9,086

 

30,863

Prepaid expenses and other assets

 

(523)

 

2,161

Accounts payable

 

31,300

 

4,187

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

 

15,963

 

15,278

Income taxes receivable/payable

 

22,107

 

19,150

Net cash used in operating activities

 

(118,425)

 

(154,013)

 

 

 

 

 

Investing Activities

 

 

 

 

Expenditures for property, plant and equipment

 

(23,105)

 

(79,486)

Purchased intangibles

 

(1,852)

 

(635)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

 

45

 

156

Net cash used in investing activities

 

(24,912)

 

(79,965)

 

 

 

 

 

Financing Activities

 

 

 

 

Borrowings under line of credit

 

314,000

 

257,047

Principal payments under line of credit

 

(65,000)

 

(15,700)

Repurchases of common stock

 

(82,826)

 

(4,008)

Unsettled accelerated share repurchase

 

(20,000)

 

Proceeds from employee stock purchase and option plans

 

286

 

300

Financing costs

 

(2,438)

 

10

Net cash provided by financing activities

 

144,022

 

237,649

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

 

685

 

3,671

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

 

3,807

 

1,292

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

 

$4,492

 

$4,963

 

 

 

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About Trex Company

 

For more than 30 years, Trex Company [NYSE: TREX] has invented, reinvented and defined the composite decking category. Today, the company is the world’s #1 brand of sustainable, wood-alternative decking and railing, and a leader in high performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products. Boasting the industry’s strongest distribution network, Trex sells products through more than 6,700 retail outlets across six continents. Through strategic licensing agreements, the company offers a comprehensive outdoor living portfolio that includes deck drainage, flashing tapes, LED lighting, outdoor kitchen components, pergolas, spiral stairs, fencing, lattice, cornhole and outdoor furniture – all marketed under the Trex® brand. Based in Winchester, Va., Trex is proud to have been named America’s Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking^ for the past 6 years (2021-2026). The company also holds a place on Barron’s list of the 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies (2024 and 2025), was named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024 by Newsweek, ranked as one of the 100 Best ESG Companies by Investor’s Business Daily, and named the Sustainable Brand Leader in the decking category by Green Builder Media for the 16th consecutive year. For more information, visit Trex.com.

 

^Trex received the highest numerical score in the proprietary Lifestory Research 2021-2026 America’s Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking studies. Study results are based on experiences and perceptions of people surveyed. Your experiences may vary. Visit www.lifestoryresearch.com.

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

The statements in this press release regarding the Company’s expected future performance and condition constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company’s actual operating results to differ materially. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the extent of market acceptance of the Company’s current and newly developed products, including fire-rated and PVC decking products; the costs associated with the development and launch of new products and the market acceptance of such new products; the sensitivity of the Company’s business to general economic conditions; the impact of seasonal and weather-related demand fluctuations on inventory levels in the distribution channel and sales of the Company’s products; the availability and cost of third-party transportation services for the Company’s products and raw materials; the Company’s ability to obtain raw materials, including scrap polyethylene, wood fiber, and other materials used in making our products, at acceptable prices; increasing inflation, oil prices, and tariffs in the macro-economic environment; the Company’s ability to maintain product quality and product performance at an acceptable cost; the Company’s ability to increase throughput and capacity to adequately match supply with demand; the level of expenses associated with warranty claims, product replacement and

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consumer relations expenses related to product quality; the highly competitive markets in which the Company operates; cyber-attacks, security breaches or other security vulnerabilities; the impact of current and upcoming data privacy laws and the EU General Data Protection Regulation and the related actual or potential costs and consequences; material adverse impacts from global public health pandemics and geopolitical conflicts, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its potential effect on consumer confidence; risks associated with the Company’s digital transformation initiatives and related costs; risks associated with the startup, construction, and operational transition of the Company’s Arkansas facility; and material adverse impacts related to labor shortages or increases in labor costs. Documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission by the Company, including in particular its latest annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, discuss some of the important factors that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

 

Contacts:

 

Lee Coker

VP, Corporate Development & Investor Relations

540-542-6321

 

Eric Prouty

Casey Kotary

ADVISIRY Partners

212-750-5800

eric.prouty@advisiry.com

casey.kotary@advisiry.com

 

 

 

 

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FAQ

What were Trex (TREX) Q1 2026 revenues and earnings?

Trex generated net sales of $343.4 million in Q1 2026, up 1% year over year. Net income was $61.4 million, delivering diluted earnings per share of $0.58, with adjusted diluted EPS at $0.59 and adjusted EBITDA of $103.1 million.

What full-year 2026 guidance did Trex (TREX) reaffirm?

Trex reaffirmed its full-year 2026 outlook, guiding net sales to $1.185–$1.23 billion. The company expects adjusted EBITDA between $315 million and $340 million, an effective tax rate of 25.5%–27.0%, and capital expenditures of $100–$120 million.

What share repurchase actions did Trex (TREX) announce in Q1 2026?

Trex authorized a $100 million accelerated share repurchase and $50 million of additional discretionary buybacks, aiming to complete $150 million of repurchases in Q2 2026. Its board also approved a 10 million share increase to the existing program, covering about 13% of shares.

How did Trex’s free cash flow change in Q1 2026?

Trex reported free cash flow of $(143.4) million for Q1 2026, an improvement of about 39% versus $(234.1) million a year earlier. The improvement reflected lower capital expenditures as the Little Rock facility build-out nears completion and more efficient working capital management.

What is Trex’s revenue outlook for Q2 2026?

For the second quarter of 2026, Trex expects net sales between $388 million and $403 million. This guidance reflects anticipated seasonal strength in the deck-building season and the company’s expectations for demand across its decking and railing product portfolio.

How is Trex (TREX) managing capital expenditures and future free cash flow?

Trex guides 2026 capital expenditures at $100–$120 million, down from $224 million in 2025, as Arkansas campus construction winds down. Management expects this lower spend to support robust free cash flow in 2026 and a further increase in 2027 as capex returns to roughly 5–6% of revenue.

What long-term strategic priorities did Trex highlight?

Trex outlined five priorities: strengthening bonds with end users, launching high-performance innovation, optimizing channels for growth, lowering railing costs, and growth enablement through culture, technology, and talent, all aimed at above-industry growth and profitability.

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