Carrier Global Corporation (CARR) Q3 Sales Up 12%; Adjusted EPS $0.87; Sees ~10% 2026 Organic Growth
Carrier Global (CARR) reported Q3 sales of $6.3B, up 12% YoY, with adjusted EPS of $0.87. The company expects 2026 sales near $24B with ~10% organic growth, despite a $3.1B goodwill impairment.
How this was made

The 30-second read
Why it matters
The mix of solid revenue growth and a sizable goodwill impairment creates a nuanced market reaction, with investors weighing growth against earnings quality.
Market read
The earnings release provides fresh data for traders to adjust positions in Carrier and related industrial stocks.
What to watch
Potential upside from upcoming data‑center contracts and long‑term ESG investments in energy‑efficient cooling.
Background
Carrier Global, a leading provider of HVAC and building‑automation solutions, released its Q3 2026 earnings and outlook.
Ticker impact
Carrier Global reported Q3 sales up 12% YoY to $6.3B and issued 2026 guidance of ~10% organic growth, with a $3.1B goodwill impairment.
likely pressure as investors price in the goodwill impairment and cautious outlook
Strong top‑line growth is tempered by a significant non‑cash charge and guidance that suggests slower profit expansion, which typically weighs on the stock.
Market effects
Highlights continued demand in HVAC and data‑center cooling, supporting the broader industrial sector.
U.S. industrials may see modest pull‑back as investors reassess earnings quality.
Limited to companies with exposure to climate‑controlled environments and data‑center infrastructure.
Counterpoint
The 12% sales growth could signal a stronger recovery than the guidance implies, offering upside if margins improve.
Key entities
- CompanyCarrier Global Corporation
U.S. listed HVAC and building‑automation firm (ticker CARR).



