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Industrial Machinery/Components
Quarterly ResultMay 20, 2026, 04:38 PM

Nordson Q2 Sales $741M, Adj. EPS $2.86 (Record); Raises FY Guidance

AI Summary

Nordson Corporation reported record second quarter fiscal 2026 results, with sales reaching $741 million, an 8% increase year-over-year, and adjusted diluted earnings per share of $2.86, up 18%. The company also announced an increase in its full-year sales and adjusted earnings guidance, driven by strong execution of its Ascend Strategy and broad-based order entry momentum. Additionally, Nordson completed the strategic acquisition of CapstanAG Systems, a precision agriculture company, during the quarter.

Key Highlights

  • Q2 Sales were a record $741 million, an increase of 8% year-over-year.
  • Q2 Adjusted earnings per diluted share were a record $2.86, up 18% year-over-year.
  • Organic sales increased by 7% in Q2, driven by growth across all segments.
  • Full-year sales guidance increased to a range of $2,930 million to $3,010 million.
  • Full-year adjusted earnings guidance increased to a range of $11.30 to $11.80 per diluted share.
  • Backlog increased by 18% compared to the prior year.
  • Industrial Precision Solutions sales rose 10% to $350 million in Q2.
  • Acquired CapstanAG Systems, a precision agriculture company, on March 16, 2026.