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Ashland (ASH)
NYSE:ASH
Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 03, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.25Last Year’s EPS
0.28Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 6 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
Ashland demonstrated resilience in maintaining margins and achieving expected EBITDA despite sales declines driven by portfolio optimization. Successes in Life Sciences and Personal Care were notable, but challenges remain in the Intermediates segment and demand for coatings. Cash generation and liquidity are strong, but higher tax rates and delayed optimization benefits pose challenges.Company Guidance
Resilient Performance Amid Macroeconomic Challenges
Ashland maintained strong margins and achieved revenue and EBITDA in line with expectations despite ongoing macroeconomic challenges. Adjusted EBITDA was $119 million, marking a 5% increase on a comparable basis.
Life Sciences and Personal Care Success
Life Sciences saw continued demand for high-value cellulosic excipients, tablet coatings, and injectables. Personal Care generated broad-based gains with strong volume growth, outperforming a muted market environment.
Manufacturing Optimization Initiative
The $60 million manufacturing optimization program is underway, with $5 million in savings this year and $18 million projected next year, aiding margin improvements.
Strong Adjusted EBITDA Margins
Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 24.9%, up 110 basis points from last year, marking the most profitable quarter of the year.
Steady Cash Generation and Improved Liquidity
Ongoing free cash flow totaled $52 million with total liquidity standing at just over $800 million. A $103 million tax refund improved net leverage to closer to mid-2s.
ASH Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
ASH Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Nov 04, 2025 | $47.84 | $50.74 | +6.06% |
Jul 29, 2025 | $49.81 | $52.59 | +5.58% |
Apr 30, 2025 | $53.55 | $48.27 | -9.86% |
Jan 28, 2025 | $69.60 | $62.76 | -9.83% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does Ashland (ASH) report earnings?
Ashland (ASH) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 03, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Ashland (ASH) earnings time?
Ashland (ASH) earnings time is at Feb 03, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
Where can I see when companies are reporting earnings?
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What companies are reporting earnings today?
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What is ASH EPS forecast?
ASH EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.25.
