Blue Bird's earnings call reflected strong financial performance, record sales, and strategic initiatives in manufacturing and product development, counterbalanced by challenges related to tariff uncertainties and operational cost pressures.

Company Guidance

During the Blue Bird fiscal 2025 third quarter earnings call, the company reported record sales and adjusted EBITDA, surpassing their Q3 guidance and consequently increasing their full-year guidance despite tariff-related challenges. They sold 2,467 buses in Q3, generating $398 million in revenue, which was $65 million higher than the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA reached $58 million, marking a $10 million improvement from last year, while free cash flow was reported at $52 million. The company maintained a backlog of 3,900 units, with EVs comprising 11% of the volume, and they anticipate 900 EV unit sales for the full year. They also reported a strong financial position with $173 million in cash and an improved liquidity of $315 million. Looking forward, Blue Bird raised its full-year guidance, forecasting $210 million in adjusted EBITDA at a 14.5% margin, and they announced a $100 million share repurchase program.

Record Sales and Adjusted EBITDA

Blue Bird reported record sales of $398 million and an adjusted EBITDA of $58 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, exceeding guidance and increasing full-year projections.

Strong Performance in EV Segment

The company sold 271 electric vehicles in Q3, representing 11% of total volume, with a strong outlook for future EV sales.

Profitability and Cash Flow

Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 14.7%, and free cash flow was strong at $52 million, $56 million higher than the previous year.

Increased Full-Year Guidance

The company raised its full-year guidance, projecting adjusted EBITDA to reach $210 million or 14.5%.

New Manufacturing and Product Initiatives

Blue Bird is investing in manufacturing automation and product development, with a new plant in Plattsburg, New York, and a focus on long-term competitive strategies.

Strong Liquidity and Share Repurchase Program

The company reported record liquidity of $315 million and announced a new $100 million share repurchase program.

Expansion into New Markets

The company is expanding its product line with a new commercial chassis and increasing small bus capacity through the Micro Bird joint venture.

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BLBD Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Dec 10, 2025	2025 (Q4)	1.05 / -	0.77	―	―	―
Aug 06, 2025	2025 (Q3)	0.99 / 1.19	0.91	30.77% (+0.28)
May 07, 2025	2025 (Q2)	0.95 / 0.96	0.89	7.87% (+0.07)
Feb 05, 2025	2025 (Q1)	0.79 / 0.92	0.91	1.10% (+0.01)
Nov 25, 2024	2024 (Q4)	0.65 / 0.77	0.66	16.67% (+0.11)
Aug 07, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.53 / 0.91	0.44	106.82% (+0.47)
May 08, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.47 / 0.89	0.27	229.63% (+0.62)
Feb 07, 2024	2024 (Q1)	0.33 / 0.91	-0.3	403.33% (+1.21)
Dec 11, 2023	2023 (Q4)	0.48 / 0.66	-0.66	200.00% (+1.32)
Aug 09, 2023	2023 (Q3)	0.25 / 0.44	-0.09	588.89% (+0.53)

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BLBD Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Aug 06, 2025	$44.14	$52.31	+18.51%
May 07, 2025	$37.74	$37.22	-1.38%
Feb 05, 2025	$35.73	$37.23	+4.20%
Nov 25, 2024	$42.83	$40.69	-5.00%

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