Record Adjusted EBITDA and Margin Expansion
Excluding one-time items, 2025 adjusted EBITDA was a record $5.8 billion or 17.4% of sales (vs. 15.7% in 2024). Fourth quarter adjusted EBITDA was $1.4 billion or 16.0% (vs. 15.8% a year ago).
Power Systems and Distribution Delivered Record Profitability
Power Systems full-year revenue of $7.5 billion, up 16% year-over-year, with record EBITDA margin of 22.7% (up 430 basis points from 18.4% in 2024). Distribution revenue was a record $12.4 billion, up 9% year-over-year, with record EBITDA margin of 14.6% (up 250 basis points from 12.1%).
Strong Q4 and FY Cash Flow and Capital Discipline
Operating cash flow in Q4 was an inflow of $1.5 billion (up $112 million YoY). Full-year capital expenditures were $1.2 billion, flat with prior year. Returned $1.1 billion to shareholders via dividends while maintaining investment in growth and an A credit rating.
Product and Strategic Progress
New product introductions and strategic actions: X10 engine (replacing L9 and X12), new B 7.2 diesel engine, S17 Sentum 1 MW genset, completed 95-liter capacity expansion ahead of schedule, acquisition of First Mode and collaboration with Komatsu for mining hybrid powertrains.
Positive 2026 Financial Guidance
Company guidance for 2026: revenues up 3% to 8% vs. 2025 and EBITDA margins ~17% to 18% (including tariff dilution). Power Systems guidance: revenue +12% to +17% and EBITDA 23%–24%. Distribution revenue guidance +5% to +10%.
Improved Underlying EPS Excluding One-Time Charges
Full-year all-in net earnings were $2.8 billion ($20.50 per diluted share). Excluding one-time charges, 2025 net earnings were $3.3 billion or $23.78 per diluted share (vs. $21.37 in 2024), showing underlying EPS growth.