Planet Fitness Q3 Revenue Rises 9% to $360 Million

Planet Fitness reported Q3 2026 revenue of $360M, up 9% YoY, with net income of $52.2M. Adjusted EPS was $0.83. The company opened 33 clubs and acquired Be-Fit. It updated its 2026 outlook and authorized a $500M share repurchase program. System-wide same club sales grew 1.5%.

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Published Nov 5, 2026, 11:33 AM UTC
Analysis
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$PLNTBullishHigh
01

Why it matters

The earnings beat and sizable buyback are likely to generate short‑term buying pressure, though integration of the new acquisition could introduce medium‑term volatility.

02

Market read

Strong earnings and capital return signal positive momentum for PLNT; investors may consider buying on dip or adding to positions.

03

What to watch

Potential impact of the Be-Fit international acquisition on future earnings and integration risk.

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

Background

Planet Fitness reported Q3 2026 results, showing revenue growth, EPS beat, and a new $500M share repurchase authorization while completing the Be-Fit acquisition.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$PLNTBullishHigh confidence
Context

Q3 2026 earnings beat EPS expectations and announced a $500M share repurchase program.

Expected impact

likely modest upside as investors price in the buyback and earnings beat

Evidence & confidence

Revenue rose 9% YoY, adjusted EPS $0.83 vs $0.80 prior, and a sizable $500M repurchase authorization signals confidence and can drive demand for shares.

Market effects

Fitness sector may see renewed interest as a mid‑cap demonstrates growth and capital return capability.

U.S. consumer discretionary outlook receives a modest boost.

Limited to U.S. markets; no broader macro effect.

Counterpoint

Buyback could be a defensive move masking slower underlying growth; investors may wait for clearer guidance.

Key entities

  • Planet Fitness

    U.S.-listed fitness chain (ticker PLNT).

  • Be-Fit

    Portuguese fitness platform acquired by Planet Fitness.

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Planet Fitness’s (NYSE:PLNT) Q3 2026: beats on revenue

Planet Fitness reported Q3 2026 revenue of $360 million, beating estimates by 3.5% and growing 9% year-on-year. Adjusted EPS was $0.83, a 2.9% beat. Adjusted EBITDA was in line with estimates at $146.2 million. Operating margin decreased to 28.2% from 32.4% last year, while free cash flow margin rose to 84.4% from 23.2%. Same-store sales grew 1.5% year-on-year, down from 6.9% last year.