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Biotechnology: Laboratory Analytical Instruments
Quarterly ResultMay 8, 2026, 11:47 AM

METTLER TOLEDO Q1 Net Sales $947.1M, EPS $8.33

AI Summary

METTLER TOLEDO reported a 7.2% increase in net sales to $947.1 million and a 3.6% rise in net earnings to $169.5 million for the first quarter of 2026. Diluted EPS grew 6.7% to $8.33. While gross profit also saw a healthy increase, net cash provided by operating activities significantly decreased by 28.1% compared to the prior year. The company continued its share repurchase program, spending $206.3 million on common stock buybacks during the quarter.

Key Highlights

  • Net sales for Q1 2026 increased 7.2% to $947.1 million from $883.7 million in Q1 2025.
  • Net earnings rose 3.6% to $169.5 million, up from $163.6 million in the prior year quarter.
  • Diluted earnings per share grew 6.7% to $8.33, compared to $7.81 in Q1 2025.
  • Gross profit increased 5.7% to $555.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026.
  • Net cash provided by operating activities decreased 28.1% to $139.8 million.
  • The company repurchased $206.3 million of common stock during Q1 2026.
  • Industrial product revenue increased 9.8% to $374.6 million.
  • European operations revenue grew 12.4% to $278.7 million.