Quarterly ResultMay 12, 2026, 06:37 AM
Aramark Q2 Revenue +15% to $4.9B; EPS $0.38; Enters AI Data Center Market
AI Summary
Aramark reported strong second-quarter fiscal 2026 results, with revenue increasing 15% to $4.9 billion and GAAP EPS rising 65% to $0.38. The company also announced its entry into the hyperscale AI data center market with the launch of Aramark Nexus™, securing a multi-year agreement with a top global hyperscaler. This strategic move is expected to generate above-average margins and substantial growth potential. Based on strong first-half performance, Aramark updated its fiscal 2026 organic revenue growth outlook to the high end of its previously stated expectations.
Key Highlights
- Q2 2026 Revenue increased 15% to $4.9 billion (Organic Revenue +12%).
- Q2 2026 GAAP EPS rose 65% to $0.38; Adjusted EPS increased 40% to $0.49.
- Operating Income grew 26% to $220 million (Adjusted Operating Income +24%).
- Net cash from operating activities was $400 million (+56%); Free Cash Flow $305 million (+116%).
- Launched Aramark Nexus™ for hyperscale AI data centers, securing a new multi-year agreement.
- Repaid $55 million of 2030 Term Loans and repurchased $25 million of stock.
- Updated Fiscal 2026 Organic Revenue growth outlook to high end of +7% to +9%.
- Declared a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share.