Alliance Entertainment reports Q1 FY2027 revenue up 10% to $279 million

Alliance Entertainment (AENT) posted first‑quarter fiscal 2027 results on 12 Nov 2026. Revenue rose 10% year‑over‑year to about $279 million, driven by strong physical media and collectibles sales. GAAP net income increased 56% to $7.6 million, giving diluted EPS of $0.15, while adjusted EBITDA grew only 1% to $12.3 million. The stock rallied 13.29% intraday before closing lower in after‑hours trading.

The company’s revenue and earnings beat expectations, which may support the recent share price rally, but the modest adjusted EBITDA growth signals limited operating leverage for investors. Management highlighted collectibles and AI‑driven initiatives as future growth drivers.

  • 1Revenue for Q1 FY2027 was $279 million, up 10% YoY.
  • 2GAAP net income was $7.6 million, up 56% YoY.
  • 3Diluted GAAP EPS was $0.15, beating the $0.10 Wall Street forecast.
  • 4Adjusted EBITDA grew 1% to $12.3 million.
  • 5Shares rose 13.29% intraday to $5.20 before closing at $5.00 after hours.

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