ScanSource Inc (DE:SC3)
NASDAQ:SC3
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Earnings Data
Report Date
May 12, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q3)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.78Last Year’s EPS
0.73Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mix of steady operational and financial strengths (modest sales growth, strong Intelisys margins and billings, solid free cash flow, healthy balance sheet, accretive acquisitions, and a strategic go-to-market change) alongside tangible near-term headwinds (one-time period expenses, weaker large-deal invoicing/timing, a 9% decline in Brazil, and potential supply risk). Management lowered annual guidance relative to prior expectations but maintained free cash flow targets and emphasized confidence in multi-year strategic goals.Company Guidance
Modest Net Sales Growth
Company-wide Q2 net sales grew 3% year-over-year across both segments, with the Specialty Technology Solutions and Intelisys & Advisory segments each reporting 3% YoY sales growth.
Gross Profit and Margin Resilience
Gross profit increased 1% year-over-year for the quarter; Specialty Technology Solutions gross profit rose 1% YoY and would have been in line with revenue growth excluding ~30 basis points of period mix and freight costs.
Intelisys Strong Profitability and Billings
Intelisys & Advisory delivered gross profit growth of 3% YoY, an adjusted EBITDA margin of 41%, and annual net billings of approximately $2.85 billion.
Solid Free Cash Flow and Balance Sheet
The company generated strong free cash flow in the quarter, ended Q2 with approximately $83 million in cash, a net debt leverage ratio of ~0 (TTM adjusted EBITDA basis), and maintained free cash flow guidance of at least $80 million for the year.
Share Repurchase Activity and Capital Flexibility
Share repurchases totaled $18 million in the quarter with $179 million remaining under the repurchase authorization; closed a new five-year credit facility to support strategic objectives.
Strategic Investments and Acquisitions Contributing
Acquisitions (Advantix and DataZoom) and continued investment in Intelisys are contributing to growth and recurring revenue; recurring revenue represented ~18% of Specialty Technology Solutions gross profit for the quarter.
New Converged Communications Go-to-Market
Launched a unified converged communications sales team combining ScanSource hardware expertise and Intelisys cloud/CX capabilities to improve partner alignment and expand share of wallet in converging hardware-cloud solutions.
Strong Return Metrics
Adjusted ROIC was 11.9% for the quarter and 13.3% for the trailing year, indicating healthy returns on invested capital.
DE:SC3 Earnings History
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DE:SC3 Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 05, 2026 | €36.80 | €36.20 | -1.63% |
Nov 06, 2025 | €35.20 | €35.20 | 0.00% |
Aug 21, 2025 | €36.40 | €36.40 | 0.00% |
May 08, 2025 | €31.40 | €32.00 | +1.91% |
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FAQ
When does ScanSource Inc (DE:SC3) report earnings?
ScanSource Inc (DE:SC3) is schdueled to report earning on May 12, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is DE:SC3 EPS forecast?
DE:SC3 EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q3) is 0.78.