Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 06, 2026During Market Hours (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.19Last Year’s EPS
1.81Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a mixed but constructive picture: management emphasized strong cash generation, a very healthy balance sheet, realized cost savings from restructuring (including further Mexico savings), and material year-to-date improvements in EPS and adjusted EBITDA, along with a clear multi-year transformation and margin targets. Offsetting these positives were near-term revenue declines (Q3 sales down 4.5%), quarterly EPS and adjusted EBITDA declines versus prior year, meaningful foreign exchange losses and tariff pressure, and the impact of canceled EV programs (~$9M annualized). On balance, the operational and financial improvements plus strong liquidity and a credible transformation plan outweigh the near-term cyclical and FX/tariff headwinds.Company Guidance
Strong cash generation and liquidity
Generated $11.4 million of operating cash flow in the quarter and ended Q3 with $107 million in cash and cash equivalents; balance sheet strength supported repayment of JV-related debt and replacement of the facility with a new revolving credit agreement that extended maturity and removed the company guarantee.
Restructuring and cost savings realized
Previously completed restructuring actions delivered approximately $1.7–$1.9 million in savings this quarter; additional changes in Mexico expected to provide ~$800 thousand in incremental annualized savings starting in Q4.
Gross margin expansion
Gross margin improved 50 basis points year-over-year to 16.5%, driven by restructuring savings, recoveries tied to canceled customer programs, and operational improvements.
Year-to-date earnings and EBITDA improvement
Year-to-date earnings per share increased 46% versus prior year; YTD adjusted EBITDA was $37.9 million, a 23% increase over the prior-year period, reflecting cumulative benefits of cost reductions and productivity improvements.
Progress on transformation and strategic clarity
Management reiterated a clear transformation plan focused on cost discipline, modernization, and an engineering-led product strategy (permission, motion, hold), with targets of 18%–20% gross margin (assuming peso at five-year average) and SAE of ~10%–11% of revenue over time.
Stability in core products and some customer demand
Door handles, keys and lock sets remained steady; the company saw higher sales to Tier 1 customers and increased production-related sales to Stellantis during the quarter.
DE:SS8 Earnings History
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Beat
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DE:SS8 Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 07, 2026 | €64.50 | €57.50 | -10.85% |
Feb 05, 2026 | €74.00 | €72.50 | -2.03% |
Oct 30, 2025 | €55.50 | €60.50 | +9.01% |
Aug 14, 2025 | €69.50 | €65.00 | -6.47% |
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FAQ
When does Strattec Security (DE:SS8) report earnings?
Strattec Security (DE:SS8) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 06, 2026, During Market Hours (Confirmed).
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What is DE:SS8 EPS forecast?
DE:SS8 EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q4) is 1.19.