Q1 Revenue and Core Revenue
Net sales of $722 million in Q1; management notes the quarter was within expectations despite a soft macro; core revenue down 10% year-over-year but management raised full-year revenue outlook.
Improved Full-Year Revenue Guidance
Updated 2026 net revenue guidance increased to $3.05 billion - $3.2 billion (from prior $2.95 billion - $3.1 billion); core revenue decline now expected to be -3% to -6% (vs prior -5% to -10%).
Positive Adjusted EBITDA (Modest)
Reported adjusted EBITDA of $6 million for the quarter (modestly positive), providing a positive operating result in a weak-volume environment.
Service and Operational Execution Improvements (OTIF)
On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery improved to over 90% year-over-year; management targeting >95% and cites deployment of A3 management system, stronger execution and targeted investments to rebuild customer trust.
Productivity and Cost Actions
Productivity delivered a $22 million benefit in Q1 year-over-year; company expects approximately $75 million of benefit from rightsizing/base productivity and $35 million of carryover transformation benefits for 2026.
Europe Revenue Growth (FX-Driven)
Europe revenue increased to $269 million, up 10% year-over-year, with foreign exchange contributing ~11.5 percentage points to the YoY revenue change and pricing modestly positive.
Reduced Expected Net Share Loss
Management reduced expected net share loss to a $30 million headwind for 2026, improved from a prior expectation of $60 million, reflecting early benefits from service improvements.
Maintained 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Range
Company held full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance steady at $100 million to $150 million (midpoint $125 million) despite higher revenue outlook and shifting headwinds.
Capital and Liquidity Planning
Management continues strategic review of European business and other options to improve liquidity; full-year capex expected to be approximately $100 million (largely maintenance) and operating cash flow guidance of ~ $40 million.