ALAMO GROUP ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER 2026
ALAMO GROUP INC (ALG) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. For: Alamo Group Inc. Contact: Kevin Carter VP Finance, Strategy, and Investor Relations 830-372-9544 Financial Relations Board Joe Calabrese 212-827-3772 ALAMO GROUP ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER 2026 AND STRENGTHENS ITS INDUSTRIAL PORTFOLIO SEGUIN, Texas, No
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Why it matters
The Q3 release combines a modest revenue decline with a strategic acquisition, creating a mixed short‑term outlook.
Market read
Investors will weigh the earnings shortfall against the growth potential of the new acquisition.
What to watch
Backlog remains strong at $521.3M and order intake improved, indicating demand resilience.
Third-quarter sales declined 4.0% and GAAP earnings fell to $2.0 million amid $33.3 million of net pre-tax divestiture charges, while adjusted EBITDA remained $52.4 million and the company acquired Econ for £120.0 million ($158.7 million).
Adjusted profitability and Vegetation Management margins improved, but consolidated sales, Industrial Equipment margins, backlog, GAAP income and diluted EPS declined. Results also included $33.3 million of net pre-tax charges tied to portfolio optimization activities.
Key metrics
shortened, hover for the filing’s print| Metric | Value | q/q | y/y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total net sales, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $403.1M | – | down 4.0% |
| Gross profit, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $76.1M | – | – |
| Adjusted gross profit, three months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $99.8 million, or 24.7% of net sales | – | – |
| Selling, general and administrative expenses, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $67.6M | – | – |
| Adjusted selling, general and administrative expenses, three months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $56.0 million or 13.9% of net sales | – | – |
| Amortization expense, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $5.1M | – | – |
| Income from operations, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $3.44M | – | – |
| Adjusted operating income, three months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $ 38,726 (in thousands), 9.6 % of net sales | – | – |
| Net income, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $2M | – | – |
| Adjusted net income, three months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $24.9M | – | – |
| Diluted EPS, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $0.17 per diluted share | – | – |
| Adjusted diluted EPS, three months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $2.06 per diluted share | – | – |
| EBITDA, three months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $ 21,267 (in thousands), 5.3 % of net sales | – | – |
| Adjusted EBITDA, three months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $52.4 million, or 13.0% of net sales | – | – |
| Total net sales, first nine months of 2026GAAP | $1.3B | – | increased 3.3% |
| Gross profit, nine months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $291.8M | – | – |
| Income from operations, nine months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $91.36M | – | – |
| Net income, nine months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $62.15M | – | – |
| Diluted EPS, first nine months of 2026GAAP | $5.14 | – | – |
| Adjusted net income, nine months ended September 30, 2026non-GAAP | $89.81M | – | – |
| Adjusted diluted EPS, first nine months of 2026non-GAAP | $7.43 | – | – |
| Adjusted EBITDA, first nine months of 2026non-GAAP | $175.6 million, or 13.8% of net sales | – | increased 2.0% |
| Backlog at September 30, 2026other | $521.3M | – | – |
| Net pre-tax charges associated with sale and wind-down activities, three months ended September 30, 2026GAAP | $33.3M | – | – |
| Net cash provided by operating activities, first nine months of 2026GAAP | $83.2M | – | – |
| Net cash provided by operating activities, last twelve monthsGAAP | $158.3 million or 204% of Net Income for the same LTM period | – | – |
Segments
| Segment | Revenue | q/q | y/y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Equipment Division, three months ended September 30, 2026Softer end-market conditions and the timing of orders earlier in the year were partially offset by the contribution from the Petersen acquisition. Excluding Petersen, net sales decreased approximately 12.6%. | $232.8M | – | decrease of 5.8% |
| Vegetation Management Division, three months ended September 30, 2026The quarter included a $7.3 million reduction in sales related to divestitures. Excluding that item, sales increased 2.7%, primarily reflecting improved manufacturing throughput in several businesses. | $170.4M | – | decrease of 1.5% |
Amounts quoted below without a unit are in thousands, as in the filing’s tables. Per-share figures are as printed.
Capital returns
- Dividends paid were $12,289 (in thousands) for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $10,805 (in thousands) for the nine months ended September 30, 2025.
- Common stock repurchased was $10,919 (in thousands) for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $3,022 (in thousands) for the nine months ended September 30, 2025.
- On October 27, 2026, the Company acquired Econ Engineering Group Limited for £120.0 million ($158.7 million), plus customary closing adjustments.
What drove it
- Portfolio optimization activities, including the sale and wind-down of businesses and product lines including Dixie Chopper® and Boxer®, resulted in $33.3 million of net pre-tax charges in the quarter.
- Industrial Equipment adjusted EBITDA was $31.1 million, or 13.4% of net sales, compared to $38.2 million, or 15.5% of net sales. Material and freight inflation and lower sales on fixed costs drove the margin decline.
- Vegetation Management adjusted EBITDA was $21.3 million, or 12.5% of net sales, compared to $16.8 million, or 9.7% of net sales, reflecting improved performance in several businesses.
- Industrial Equipment bookings were $217,898 (in thousands) in the third quarter of 2026, compared to $175,479 (in thousands) in the third quarter of 2025.
- Vegetation Management bookings were $157,209 (in thousands) in the third quarter of 2026, compared to $175,667 (in thousands) in the third quarter of 2025.
Concerns
- Consolidated backlog declined to $521.3 million from $618.3 million. Industrial Equipment backlog declined to $350.4 million from $438.1 million, and Vegetation Management backlog declined to $170.9 million from $180.2 million.
- GAAP gross profit declined to $76.1 million from $101.7 million, and GAAP income from operations declined to $ 3,439 (in thousands) from $ 37,542 (in thousands).
- The divestiture actions produced discrete tax impacts that temporarily increased the effective tax rate in the quarter.
- Industrial Equipment experienced margin pressure from elevated material and freight costs, and pricing actions lagged inflation during the quarter.
What to watch
- The effect of pricing actions intended to address elevated material and freight costs in Industrial Equipment.
- Order activity in vacuum trucks and sweepers and whether solid third-quarter order activity supports backlog and revenue.
- Progress toward restoring Vegetation Management operating margins to healthy levels following portfolio optimization actions.
- Integration of Econ Engineering Group Limited, which was acquired on October 27, 2026, and the impact of revolving credit facility borrowings used to fund the transaction.
Balance sheet and cash flow
- Cash and cash equivalents were $230.7 million at September 30, 2026, compared to $244.8 million at September 30, 2025.
- Total debt was $232.3 million at September 30, 2026, compared to $209.4 million at September 30, 2025.
- Debt, net of cash was approximately $1.7 million at September 30, 2026.
- Available borrowings under the revolving credit facility were $363.6 million.
- Capital expenditures were $16.1 million for the first nine months of 2026.
- The Company used borrowings under its revolving credit facility to fund the Econ acquisition.
Analysis
Alamo Group reported a mixed third quarter. Net sales declined 4.0% to $403.1 million, while GAAP net income fell to $2.0 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, from $25.4 million, or $2.10 per diluted share. The principal reported factor was $33.3 million of net pre-tax charges associated with the sale and wind-down of several businesses and product lines, including Dixie Chopper® and Boxer®. These charges included a $7.3 million reduction in sales, $15.5 million in cost of sales, $9.0 million in selling, general and administrative expenses, and a $1.5 million charge in other income and expense.
Underlying measures were more resilient but lower year over year. Adjusted gross profit was $99.8 million, or 24.7% of net sales, versus $102.2 million, or 24.3% of net sales. Adjusted EBITDA was $52.4 million, or 13.0% of net sales, compared with $55.0 million, or 13.1% of net sales. Adjusted net income was $24.9 million and adjusted diluted EPS was $2.06, compared with $28.2 million and $2.34, respectively. For the first nine months, net sales increased 3.3% to $1.3 billion, but adjusted EBITDA margin declined to 13.8% from 14.0%, while adjusted diluted EPS declined to $7.43 from $7.67.
The divisions showed contrasting margin trends. Industrial Equipment sales declined 5.8% to $232.8 million, or approximately 12.6% excluding Petersen, and adjusted EBITDA margin declined to 13.4% from 15.5%. The company attributed the decline to softer end markets, earlier order timing, material and freight inflation, and lower sales against fixed costs. Vegetation Management sales declined 1.5% to $170.4 million because of the $7.3 million divestiture-related sales reduction, but sales increased 2.7% excluding that item. Its adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 12.5% from 9.7%, reflecting improved performance in several businesses.
Demand indicators require attention. Consolidated backlog was $521.3 million at September 30, 2026, down from $618.3 million a year earlier, with Industrial Equipment backlog at $350.4 million and Vegetation Management backlog at $170.9 million. However, Industrial Equipment quarterly bookings increased to $217,898 (in thousands) from $175,479 (in thousands), and management said order activity remained solid, with encouraging activity in vacuum trucks and sweepers. Vegetation Management quarterly bookings declined to $157,209 (in thousands) from $175,667 (in thousands).
Capital allocation centered on portfolio repositioning and the subsequent acquisition of Econ. Alamo acquired Econ on October 27, 2026, for £120.0 million ($158.7 million), plus customary closing adjustments, using revolving credit facility borrowings. At quarter end, cash and cash equivalents were $230.7 million, total debt was $232.3 million and debt net of cash was approximately $1.7 million. Nine-month operating cash flow was $83.2 million and capital expenditures were $16.1 million. The release did not provide forward financial guidance.
Management, verbatim
A key focus of our strategy is to continue strengthening the quality of our portfolio and improving the margin profile of our businesses. We have taken two important steps to advance that strategy: completing our planned portfolio optimization activities, particularly within our Vegetation Management Division, and acquiring Econ, further enhancing our Industrial portfolio of market-leading vocational truck brands and products. These actions sharpen our strategic focus and position Alamo Group for improved profitability and long-term value creation.
Robert Hureau, President and Chief Executive Officer
I am pleased with the continued, steady improvement in our Vegetation Management Division as our leadership team executes well against its operational priorities and drives meaningful progress toward our long-term objective of restoring the Division’s operating margins to healthy levels.
Robert Hureau, President and Chief Executive Officer
Importantly, while revenue declined from the prior year, order intake strengthened during the third quarter, with particularly encouraging activity in vacuum trucks and sweepers, reinforcing our confidence in the underlying strength of the business.
Robert Hureau, President and Chief Executive Officer
Not in the filing
stated, not guessed- Forward revenue guidance
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- Other forward financial guidance
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Background
Alamo Group (NYSE:ALG) is a mid‑cap provider of industrial equipment and vegetation‑management solutions.
Ticker impact
Alamo Group reported Q3 2026 results with a 4% sales decline, $33.3M pre‑tax charges and announced the acquisition of Econ Engineering for £120M.
likely modest downside as investors price in lower sales and one‑time charges
Revenue fell YoY and net income dropped sharply; however, the strategic acquisition may support future margins, creating a mixed outlook.
Market effects
Industrial equipment and vegetation‑management segments may see short‑term pressure, but the acquisition signals consolidation in the vocational‑truck market.
U.S. industrial stocks could experience slight pullback as earnings miss spreads.
Limited; primarily affects U.S. mid‑cap industrial investors.
Counterpoint
The acquisition of Econ could accelerate margin improvement, making the stock a buy on long‑term fundamentals despite the near‑term earnings miss.
Key entities
- CompanyAlamo Group Inc.
Issuer of the earnings release and acquisition announcement.
- CompanyEcon Engineering Group Limited
U.K. manufacturer acquired for £120M.
