Columbus Mckinnon Corp. (DE:VC3)
FRANKFURT:VC3
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 05, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2027 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.34Last Year’s EPS
0.43Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a constructive operational story — record revenue growth, strong adjusted EBITDA improvement, a healthy backlog and clear integration/synergy plans — while acknowledging sizable one-time GAAP charges, transaction costs, tariff and inflationary pressures, EMEA/geopolitical softness and elevated leverage. Management provided upbeat FY27 guidance, prioritized deleveraging and highlighted early synergy wins. Given the predominantly positive operational and forward-looking indicators (growth, margin expansion targets, cash generation and specific synergy targets) alongside largely one-time or transitional negatives, the tone is cautiously optimistic.Company Guidance
Record Net Sales and Strong Top-Line Growth
Fiscal 2026 record net sales of $1.2 billion, up 24% year-over-year; fourth quarter net sales $438 million, up 77% YoY. Kito Crosby acquisition contributed approximately $188 million of revenue to the year.
Order Growth and Healthy Backlog
Fiscal 2026 orders grew 20% year-over-year (Q4 orders +68% driven by the acquisition). Entered FY27 with backlog of $520 million (approximately $320M legacy CMCO + $200M Kito Crosby). Early FY27 orders up mid-single digits.
Improved Adjusted Profitability Metrics
Full-year adjusted EBITDA increased 16% YoY (excludes noncash/transaction items). Q4 adjusted EBITDA was $69 million, up 93% YoY; Q4 adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 15.7% (+130 basis points). Full-year adjusted EPS was $1.87.
Integration and Synergy Progress
Day-1 unified organizational structure implemented and early synergy actions realized (third-party spend savings, insurance consolidation, contract harmonization). Company reiterated $70 million annualized net cost synergy target by year 3 and $14 million of in-year synergies targeted for fiscal 2027.
Free Cash Flow, Liquidity and Capital Allocation Focus
Free cash flow excluding acquisition/divestiture-related cash costs was $68 million (up $43M YoY). Total liquidity increased by $321 million to $561 million (cash $97M + $459M revolver capacity + $6M AR facility). Management prioritizes debt reduction and targets net leverage inside 4x within 2 years.
Fiscal 2027 Guidance Reflects Growth and Margin Expansion
Guidance for FY27: net sales $2.05B–$2.12B (pro forma organic growth ~1%–4%), adjusted EBITDA $390M–$410M (includes $14M in-year synergies), adjusted EPS $1.70–$1.90.
Platform-Level Strengths
Platform growth: linear motion sales +25%, automation sales +8%; lifting also delivered solid growth supported by acquisition, favorable FX and tariff-related price increases. Short-cycle demand strong in the U.S.
DE:VC3 Earnings History
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DE:VC3 Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 09, 2026 | €19.25 | €19.75 | +2.58% |
Oct 30, 2025 | €13.14 | €12.74 | -3.01% |
Jul 30, 2025 | €13.66 | €14.25 | +4.32% |
May 28, 2025 | €14.25 | €15.33 | +7.59% |
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FAQ
When does Columbus Mckinnon Corp. (DE:VC3) report earnings?
Columbus Mckinnon Corp. (DE:VC3) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 05, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is DE:VC3 EPS forecast?
DE:VC3 EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2027 (Q1) is 0.34.