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Kimball Electronics (KE)
NASDAQ:KE
Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 09, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.26Last Year’s EPS
0.29Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed outlook for Kimball Electronics. The company demonstrated strong growth in the Medical segment, improved cash flows, and reduced debt, which were significant highlights. However, these positives were offset by declines in the Automotive and Industrial segments, overall sales decline, and concerns over tariffs and restructuring costs. The balanced nature of highlights and lowlights suggests a cautiously optimistic outlook for the company's future, particularly with a focus on the Medical segment.Company Guidance
Medical Segment Growth
Sales in the Medical segment were $102 million, up 13% year-over-year, accounting for 28% of total company revenue. The increase was driven by robust sales growth in Asia and Europe, while North America was up mid-single digits.
Cash Flow and Debt Reduction
Cash from operations was positive for the seventh consecutive quarter. Debt at the end of Q1 was the lowest level in over 3 years, with a $9.5 million reduction from the fourth quarter and down $108 million or 44% from a year ago.
Gross Margin Improvement
The gross margin rate improved to 7.9%, a 160 basis point increase compared to the same period last year, driven by favorable product mix and global restructuring efforts.
Adjusted Income and EPS Growth
Adjusted income for the quarter was $17.5 million or 4.8% of net sales, up from last year's $12.6 million or 3.4% of net sales. Adjusted net income was $12.3 million or $0.49 per diluted share, doubling last year's results.
KE 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
KE Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Nov 05, 2025 | $30.38 | $28.16 | -7.31% |
Aug 13, 2025 | $20.97 | $24.71 | +17.84% |
May 06, 2025 | $14.71 | $18.38 | +24.95% |
Feb 04, 2025 | $17.87 | $18.00 | +0.73% |
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 Kimball Electronics (KE) report earnings?
Kimball Electronics (KE) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 09, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Kimball Electronics (KE) earnings time?
Kimball Electronics (KE) earnings time is at Feb 09, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is KE EPS forecast?
KE EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.26.