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EarningsQ2 2026 Earnings Report
MTUS Q2 2026 EPS Results
Actual EPS$0.26
Consensus EPS$0.24
Beat/MissBeat by +$0.02
One Year Ago EPS$0.20
MTUS Q2 2026 Revenue Results
Actual Revenue$341.00M
Expected Revenue$330.85M
Beat/MissBeat by +$10.15M
YoY Revenue Growth+11.95%
Earnings Announcement Details
QuarterQ2 2026
Date08/03/2026
TimeAfter Close
Conference CallMonday, August 3, 2026
MTUS Upcoming Earnings
Metallus's next earnings date is estimated for October 29, 2026, based on past reporting schedules.
Q2 2026 Earnings Call Audio
MTUS Q2 2026 Earnings Call
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Q2 2026 Earnings Slide Deck
Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed clear operational and commercial progress: double-digit revenue growth (+12% y/y), adjusted EBITDA expansion (+9% y/y), a >50% larger order book, record aerospace & defense shipments, decisive capital investments (furnaces) partially funded by U.S. government support, strong liquidity and active share repurchases. Headwinds were largely operational and timing-related—melt utilization below plan (74%), higher energy and labor costs, short-term working capital pressures, and planned maintenance in Q3—with price increases expected to realize full benefit in 2027. Overall, the positives (top-line growth, backlog strength, strategic investments, certification, balance sheet) materially outweigh the manageable operational challenges.Company Guidance
Revenue Growth
Second quarter net sales of $341.0 million, up $36.4 million or 12% year-over-year, driven by higher shipments in aerospace & defense and automotive.
Profitability Improvement
Adjusted EBITDA of $29.0 million, a year-over-year increase of $2.5 million or 9%; adjusted net income of $11.1 million ($0.26 per diluted share) and GAAP net income of $8.9 million ($0.21 per diluted share).
Order Book and Backlog Strength
Order book up over 50% year-over-year; industrial backlog nearly doubled versus prior year, providing strong visibility into future demand.
Aerospace & Defense Momentum
Record shipment tons and sales for aerospace & defense in Q2; annualized A&D revenue run rate reached roughly $240 million with management expecting a $250 million run rate by year-end.
Commercial Wins and Product Lead Times
Secured a new multi-year award for ring gears on a leading automaker's hybrid transmission platform (production expected 2028); lead times for engineered SBQ bar and seamless mechanical tubing extended into late Q4 2026, reflecting strong demand and inventory replenishment.
Operational Capital Investments
Bloom reheat furnace fully commissioned in early July and roller furnace commissioning on track; investments supported in part by U.S. government funding and expected to improve throughput, quality and efficiency.
Balance Sheet and Liquidity
Cash and cash equivalents of $108.6 million; total liquidity of $395 million as of June 30, 2026; no outstanding borrowings; asset-based revolver refinanced with $300 million committed capacity and $200 million expansion feature.
Shareholder Returns & Capital Allocation
Repurchased ~190,000 shares for $3.6 million in Q2 with $81.8 million remaining under repurchase program; diluted shares outstanding reduced ~26% (14 million shares) since early 2022.
Government Funding & Pension Progress
Received final $11.3 million payment from U.S. Army (part of ~ $100 million agreement) that substantially funded new furnaces; Q2 pension contribution of $5.4 million with no additional contributions expected for remainder of 2026 and 2026 pension contributions >60% lower versus 2025.
Quality Certification
Achieved AS9100D certification during the quarter, broadening addressable aerospace & defense opportunities and strengthening competitive position in high-value markets.
MTUS Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed