Albany International (AIN)
NYSE:AIN
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 27, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.63Last Year’s EPS
0.57Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Sell
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed but stable picture: solid top-line growth driven by Engineered Composites (+27.5% YoY) and important commercial/defense wins (Pratt & Whitney, increased missile production), operational recoveries in Machine Clothing and improved cash flow versus prior year. Offsetting these positives were margin compression due to mix (higher AEC share and 0% margin CH-53K revenue), softness and overcapacity in China weighing on Machine Clothing (-~4.9% YoY), higher taxes and interest costs, and one-off downtime impacts. Liquidity and guidance are constructive, but near-term visibility—especially in China and the outcome of the Salt Lake City strategic review—remains limited.Company Guidance
Consolidated Revenue Growth
Total revenue of $311.3 million in Q1 2026, up 7.8% year-over-year, driven primarily by Engineered Composites program ramps.
Engineered Composites Strong Ramp
Engineered Composites revenue grew to $145.4 million from $114.1 million (+27.5% YoY), reflecting higher volumes across LEAP, 787, F-35 missile systems, CH-53K and defense programs; segment adjusted EBITDA increased to $16.9 million.
Machine Clothing Operational Resilience
Machine Clothing delivered $166 million in revenue and adjusted EBITDA of $43 million with a 25.9% margin; operational teams recovered more lost production from an equipment failure than initially expected and expect to recover remaining lost volume by year-end.
New Contract and Increased Defense Demand
Won a contract with Pratt & Whitney for composite engine components for the Geared Turbofan; customers requested increased production on JASSM and LRASM missiles, driving near-term demand and overtime deployment.
Safety and Delivery Performance Recognition
Engineered Composites was recognized as one of America's safest companies; company highlighted outstanding on-time delivery performance and a strong safety/quality culture.
Improved Cash Performance and Liquidity
Free cash flow net use improved to -$3.6 million (versus -$13.5 million prior year); ended the quarter with $122.6 million cash, $477 million total debt (net debt ~ $354 million) and approximately $446 million of available capital including revolver availability.
Conservative and Clear Near-Term Guidance
Q2 revenue guidance of $335M–$345M and adjusted EPS guidance of $0.70–$0.80; company reiterated disciplined capital allocation and expectations for continued AEC growth and modest sequential MC improvement.
Investment in Innovation and Selective CapEx
R&D spending of $13 million and capex of $9.3 million focused on facility optimization and investments tied to key customer programs, supporting long-term growth initiatives.
AIN Earnings History
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AIN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Apr 30, 2026 | $58.02 | $58.04 | +0.03% |
Feb 24, 2026 | $57.64 | $54.53 | -5.40% |
Nov 05, 2025 | $53.99 | $53.41 | -1.08% |
Jul 30, 2025 | $69.89 | $53.37 | -23.63% |
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FAQ
When does Albany International (AIN) report earnings?
Albany International (AIN) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 27, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is AIN EPS forecast?
AIN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.63.