ScanSource Q1 Sales Rise 30.1%; Adjusted Diluted EPS Is $0.86

ScanSource reported Q1 fiscal 2027 net sales of $962.3M, up 30.1% YoY, with adjusted diluted EPS of $0.86. Gross profit rose 8.8% to $116.9M, but operating income fell 52.2%. The company raised its fiscal 2027 outlook following the MicroAge acquisition, expecting net sales of $3.8B-$4.0B and adjusted EBITDA of $175M-$185M.

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Published Nov 5, 2026, 1:33 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SCSCBullishHigh
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Why it matters

The earnings release provides fresh data on revenue growth, margin trends, and revised FY guidance, offering traders actionable insight.

02

Market read

Strong top‑line growth and raised outlook may drive SCSC stock higher, while margin pressure tempers enthusiasm.

03

What to watch

Operating income fell 52% YoY, indicating cost pressures despite revenue growth.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: pre‑market today

Background

ScanSource (SCSC) is a U.S. IT solutions integrator that recently completed the acquisition of MicroAge, expanding its service portfolio.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SCSCBullishHigh confidence
Context

ScanSource reported Q1 2027 net sales of $962.3M (+30.1% YoY) and raised its FY sales outlook to $3.8‑$4.0B after acquiring MicroAge.

Expected impact

potential upside as market prices in higher sales and raised FY outlook

Evidence & confidence

Quarterly earnings beat on revenue, and management lifted guidance, which typically drives buying interest.

Market effects

Positive for IT solutions and managed services sector as ScanSource's acquisition expands cloud and cybersecurity capabilities.

U.S. tech services equities may see modest lift.

Limited to North American tech services investors.

Counterpoint

Margin compression and higher bad‑debt expense could weigh on profitability, suggesting caution.

Key entities

  • ScanSource, Inc.

    U.S. IT solutions provider reporting Q1 results.

  • MicroAge

    Acquired IT solutions integrator now part of ScanSource.

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