Company’s decision to exit that market earlier in 2025. International sales declined, reflecting continued Asia-Pacific market softness.
Operating income was $143.7 million or 17.6% of net sales ($149.6 million or 18.3% adjusted1), compared to $122.0 million or 16.0% of net sales. The improvement was primarily attributable to higher pricing and volumes, and lower SG&A.
Agriculture (21.4% of Net Sales)
Center pivot and linear irrigation equipment components for agricultural markets, including aftermarket parts and tubular products, and advanced technology solutions for precision agriculture
Sales decreased 19.9% to $222.7 million, compared to $278.0 million.
In North America, irrigation equipment sales declined due to continued agriculture market softness. International sales were also lower, primarily due to ongoing market softness in Brazil and lower project sales in the Middle East.
Operating loss was ($3.4) million, compared to operating income of $28.5 million or 10.3% of net sales. The decrease was primarily driven by lower volumes, and $27.5 million of legal and credit loss expense in Brazil.
Introducing Full-Year 2026 Financial Outlook and Key Assumptions
The Company is introducing its full-year 2026 financial outlook, including projected net sales and diluted EPS, and key assumptions for the year.
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Metric | 2026 Outlook |
Net Sales | $4.2 to $4.4 billion +2.5% to +7% |
Infrastructure Net Sales | $3.25 to $3.4 billion +5% to +9% |
Agriculture Net Sales | $0.95 to $1.0 billion (6.5%) to +0.5% |
Diluted Earnings per Share1 | $20.50 to $23.50 +7% to +23% |
Capital Expenditures | $170 to $200 million |
Effective Tax Rate | ~26.0% |
Key Assumptions
| ● | Steel cost assumptions are aligned with futures markets as of February 13, 2026 |
| ● | Foreign currency assumptions based on FX rates as of February 13, 2026 |
| ● | This outlook assumes no material change to the current trade or tariff environment |
A live audio discussion with Avner M. Applbaum, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Thomas Liguori, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. CT. The discussion can be accessed by telephone at +1 877.407.6184 or +1 201.389.0877 (no Conference ID needed) or via webcast at the following link: Valmont Industries 4Q and Full Year 2025 Earnings Conference Call. A slide presentation will be available for download on the Investors page of valmont.com during the webcast. A replay of the event will be accessible three hours after the call at the above link or by telephone at +1 877.660.6853 or +1 201.612.7415 using access code 13756343. The replay will be available until 10:59 p.m. CT on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
About Valmont Industries, Inc.
For 80 years, Valmont has been a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity. We are committed to customer-focused innovation that delivers lasting value. Learn more about how we’re Conserving Resources. Improving Life.® at valmont.com.