| Metric | Value ($ M) | Q1 FY26 | Q2 FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 740.85 | 10.7% | 8.5% |
| Total Income | 740.85 | 10.7% | 8.5% |
| Expenditure | 543.64 | 8.1% | 5.7% |
| PBT | 141.17 | 14.2% | 1.7% |
| Net Profit | 117.32 | 12.0% | 4.4% |
| OPM | 26.62% | 1.76pp | 1.91pp |
| NPM | 15.84% | 4.09pp | 0.62pp |
| EPS | 2.10 | 12.1% | 6.1% |
Nordson Reports Record Q2 FY2026 Sales of $741 Million, Up 8% YOY
21 May 2026 · 21 May, 2:08 am
Summary
Nordson Corporation reported record second quarter fiscal 2026 results, with sales reaching $741 million, an 8% increase year-over-year. Earnings per diluted share were $2.09, up 6% year-over-year, and adjusted earnings per diluted share were $2.86, an 18% increase. The company's EBITDA was $235 million, or 32% of sales, an 8% increase compared to the prior year. Based on the continuing momentum of end markets, Nordson is increasing its full year guidance, expecting sales in the range of $2,930 to $3,010 million and adjusted earnings in the range of $11.30 to $11.80 per diluted share.
Key Highlights
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Nordson's sales reached a second quarter record of $741 million, reflecting an 8% increase year-over-year.
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Earnings per diluted share increased by 6% year-over-year to $2.09.
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Adjusted earnings per diluted share were a second quarter record at $2.86, up 18% year-over-year.
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The company's backlog increased by 18% compared to the prior year, indicating continued strength in demand.
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EBITDA reached a second quarter record of $235 million, representing 32% of sales and an 8% increase year-over-year.
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The company is increasing its full year guidance for sales, now expected to be in the range of $2,930 to $3,010 million, and adjusted earnings to be in the range of $11.30 to $11.80 per diluted share.
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Industrial Precision Solutions sales increased 10% to $350 million, while Advanced Technology Solutions sales increased 10% to $178 million.
Management Comments
Sundaram Nagarajan
Our solid execution of the Ascend Strategy resulted in second quarter records for sales, adjusted earnings and EBITDA. Our free cash flow conversion also continues to be a strength, enabling a healthy mix of shareholder returns and reinvestment in growth. Thank you to our teams for delivering another strong quarter. Reflecting on the full year outlook, Mr. Nagarajan said, “We delivered a strong first half of fiscal 2026, highlighted by record performance and ongoing momentum across our end markets. Supported by robust order entry and backlog, we expect this momentum to continue and are increasing our full year sales and earnings guidance. Our NBS Next growth framework, close-to-the-customer business model, and differentiated precision technologies position us well to compound profitable growth.”
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