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Knowles 3Q 2026: Revenue $184M, Net income $21.6M, EPS $0.25— 10-Q Summary

Knowles reported Q3 2026 revenue of $184M, up 20.3% YoY, with net income of $21.6M and EPS of $0.25. Growth was driven by Precision Devices, while margins faced pressure from factory costs. The company plans to increase capital spending to expand capacity, with 2026 capex expected at 5% of revenue.

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Published Oct 27, 2026, 8:11 PM UTC
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Knowles 3Q 2026: Revenue $184M, Net income $21.6M, EPS $0.25— 10-Q Summary — source image
Decision brief

The 30-second read

$KNBullishMed
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Why it matters

The earnings beat and strong segment performance provide a fresh catalyst for short‑term price movement.

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Market read

First‑time disclosure of Q3 results; material for traders focusing on semiconductor component stocks.

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What to watch

Factory cost pressures and ceramic‑capacitor transfer costs may erode profitability despite revenue growth.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 8/10Timing: after-hours

Background

The article summarizes Knowles Corp's Q3 2026 10‑Q filing, highlighting financial and business highlights.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$KNBullishHigh confidence
Context

Knowles reported Q3 2026 revenue of $184M, up 20.3% YoY, with net income $21.6M and EPS $0.25, driven by Precision Devices growth.

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as the market prices in the revenue and earnings beat.

Evidence & confidence

Revenue and EPS both exceeded prior‑year levels; guidance on increased capex signals continued growth.

Market effects

Precision Devices growth may boost audio, defense and medtech component suppliers.

U.S. semiconductor and component sector could see modest lift.

Limited to niche markets; no broad macro effect.

Counterpoint

Higher capex could strain margins if demand softens, potentially weighing on the stock.

Key entities

  • Knowles Corp

    U.S. listed provider of precision acoustic and sensor components.

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Why is Knowles stock rallying today?

Knowles Corporation (KN) stock rose 3.1% after reporting Q3 earnings of $0.38 per share, beating estimates of $0.36, and revenue of $184M, surpassing the $172.1M forecast. The company also provided upbeat Q4 guidance. The Precision Devices segment drove growth with 33% YoY revenue increase. CEO Jeffrey Niew attributed success to strategic focus on competitive markets.

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Knowles (KN) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Knowles (KN) reported Q3 2026 revenue of $184M, up 20% YoY, with EPS at $0.38. MedTech & Specialty Audio revenue grew 4% YoY to $67M, while Precision Devices revenue surged 33% YoY to $117M. The company expects Q4 revenue between $180M and $190M, up 14% YoY at the midpoint. Knowles repurchased $25M in shares and reduced debt, maintaining a strong balance sheet.