Newell Brands Sinks 11% Despite Raised Sales Outlook as Inflation “Exceeded Our Expectations”

Newell Brands (NWL) reported Q3 2026 sales growth of 3.7%, exceeding guidance, with broad-based growth and margin expansion. EBITDA rose 20% to $1.03B. The company raised full-year sales outlook but cut operating cash flow guidance to $150M due to one-time items. Inflation and shipment timing issues impacted some segments. Management expects modest pricing actions in 2027 to offset inflation.

Newell Brands reported a Q3 net loss of $81M, or $0.19 per share, due to impairment and debt charges, contrasting with a $21M profit a year earlier. Sales rose 3.7% to $1.87B, but operating income fell to $7M from $119M. Gross profit improved, but expenses and restructuring costs increased. Nine-month sales and gross profit also rose, while operating cash flow declined.

Newell Brands reported Q3 sales growth of 3.7%, but a $101M noncash impairment led to an operating income of $27M and a net loss of $81M. 9M operating income rose 10.6%, supported by gross margin gains and tariff refunds, despite ongoing uncertainties.

Newell Brands (NWL) reported Q3 2026 earnings with normalized EPS at the high end of guidance. Sales and productivity drove margin expansion, and normalized EBITDA grew 20% YoY. Key brands like Sharpie, Expo, and Crock Pot saw growth. Inflation pressures increased, but productivity gains offset some costs. The company expects flat to slightly down category growth for the full year.

Newell Brands (NWL) reported Q3 earnings, highlighting mid-single-digit core-sales growth in writing and 6% growth in home and commercial. Baby sales were flat, while outdoor and recreation declined due to shipment timing. The company raised its full-year sales outlook but lowered operating cash flow expectations. It also announced refinancing and a new COO. Management plans modest pricing actions in 2027 to offset inflation.

Newell Brands (NWL) reported Q3 sales exceeding expectations and raised its full-year outlook. However, shares fell in premarket trading due to margin pressure, with the company experiencing a significant decline in its operating margin. According to the company, Q3 sales were $2.6 billion, beating estimates of $2.5 billion. The operating margin decreased to 10.2% from 12.3% a year earlier.