RB Global (RBA) Q3 2026: Revenue Beats and Guidance Surges

RB Global reported Q3 2026 revenue of $1.27B, up 16.6% YoY, beating estimates. Adjusted EPS was $1.03. GTV rose 20% YoY to $4.68B. The company raised full-year GTV growth guidance to 14-15% and adjusted EBITDA guidance. Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $370.9M, up 13% YoY. The company repurchased $350M in shares and declared a $0.33 dividend.

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Published Nov 9, 2026, 1:02 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$RBABullishHigh
01

Why it matters

The earnings beat and guidance raise expectations for continued market share gains, but higher leverage and service revenue headwinds warrant caution.

02

Market read

The earnings surprise and upgraded guidance are likely to move RB Global's stock and influence related marketplace peers.

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What to watch

The 186‑bp compression in service revenue take rate and increased net‑debt may constrain future upside.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: after market close

Background

RB Global operates a digital marketplace for heavy equipment, automotive, and transportation assets, reporting consistent earnings beats over eight quarters.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$RBABullishHigh confidence
Context

RB Global reported Q3 2026 revenue of $1.27B beating estimates and raised full-year GTV guidance to 14-15% with higher EBITDA outlook.

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as investors price in the beat and higher guidance

Evidence & confidence

The company beat both revenue and EPS expectations and lifted its growth targets, which typically drives buying interest.

Market effects

Strong performance may lift peer valuations in the online marketplace and equipment rental sector.

Positive for U.S. tech and industrial marketplace stocks.

Limited to markets tracking U.S. marketplace platforms.

Counterpoint

Higher guidance could be offset by rising leverage and a 5% decline in marketplace services revenue.

Key entities

  • Jim Kessler

    CEO of RB Global, provided commentary on growth and leverage.

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