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LiveWire Group (LVWR)
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LiveWire Group (LVWR) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
Jul 23, 2026
Before Open (Not Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)
Consensus EPS Forecast
Last Year’s EPS
-0.09
Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q1 2026
Earnings Call Date:May 05, 2026|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Negative
The call presented a mixed picture: solid retail momentum (North America +14%, global +8), inventory normalization (-22% dealer inventory) and a clear strategic plan with cost-savings targets, product reintroductions (Sportster, Sprint) and P&A growth opportunities provide a constructive medium-term outlook. However, near-term financials are challenged — consolidated revenue and operating income declined sharply, EPS fell materially, margins were compressed by tariffs and mix, operating expenses rose, and operating cash flow deteriorated. The strategy and early operational improvements are encouraging, but significant near-term headwinds and execution risks remain.
Company Guidance
Harley‑Davidson reaffirmed full‑year 2026 guidance with HDMC retail units and wholesale units each expected at 130,000–135,000 and retail/wholesale largely one‑to‑one; it forecasts incremental tariff costs of $75–$90 million for 2026 (Q1 tariffs were $45M), HDMC operating income of +$10M to -$40M, HDFS operating income of $45–$60M, and a LiveWire operating loss of $70–$80M. Management reiterated a path to $350M+ EBITDA in 2027 driven by at least $150M of annual run‑rate cost saves (impacting 2027+), and set medium‑term targets of mid‑single‑digit retail unit growth, mid‑single‑digit P&A and A&L growth, gross margins approaching ~30%, operating expenses <20% of sales (vs 25% in 2025), and a 10%–12% EBITDA margin. Q1 results that framed the guidance included consolidated revenue down 12%, consolidated operating income $23M (Q1 EPS $0.22 vs $1.07 prior year), HDMC revenue $1.1B (-2%) with motorcycles $836M, HDMC gross profit 25.3% (vs 29.1%), HDFS revenue $112M (-54%) with operating income $22M, LiveWire revenue +87% with an $18M operating loss, global retail sales +8% (~34,000 units: North America +14%/~24,000; ex‑NA -4%/~10,000), wholesale shipments ~37,300 (-3%), dealer inventory down 22% YoY and ~2/3 of NA inventory current model year, net cash used in operations $228M (cash $1.8B), retail originations $671M (+14%), and gross financing receivables $2.5B (retail $1.3B; commercial $1.2B).
Strong Retail Performance in North America and Global Growth
North American retail sales of new motorcycles increased 14% year-over-year (U.S. +16%, Canada -8) with ~24,000 motorcycles sold in Q1; global retail sales of new motorcycles grew 8% year-over-year with ~34,000 motorcycles retailed (10,000 outside North America).
Dealer Inventory Reduction and Improved Inventory Quality
Global dealer inventory declined 22% year-over-year (North America down 21%, outside NA down 23%), and North American dealer inventory is now ~2/3 current model year 2026 (up from <1/2 prior year), creating a healthier starting setup for the riding season.
Market Share Gains
Harley-Davidson increased U.S. share to 38% of the 601cc+ market (up 2 percentage points year-over-year) and grew European market share from 2% to 4% in Q1.
HDFS Origination Growth and Credit Metrics
Harley-Davidson Financial Services saw total retail loan originations up 14% in Q1 to $671 million; annualized retail credit loss ratio on managed loans improved to 3.6% from 3.8% a year ago. HDFS operating income was $22 million with a 19.9% operating margin, reflecting a successful transition to a capital-light model.
LiveWire Revenue Growth and Operational Improvement
LiveWire revenue increased 87% year-over-year in Q1; consolidated operating loss improved (down 11% year-over-year) and net cash used by operations improved by over 25% compared to Q1 2025.
Strategic Plan and Product Roadmap (Back to the Bricks)
Management introduced the 'Back to the Bricks' strategy targeting enterprise-wide profitability: returning the Sportster in 2027, launching Sprint in H2 2026, targeting 20%-30% P&A sales growth over time, at least $150 million in annual run-rate cost savings by 2027+, and a path to $350M+ EBITDA in 2027 with medium-term targets of mid-single-digit retail growth and 10%-12% EBITDA margin.
Capital Allocation Progress and Share Buybacks
Company repurchased 6.6 million shares for $128 million in Q1 and has repurchased a total of 26.8 million shares worth $726 million since Q2 2024; cash and cash equivalents were $1.8 billion at quarter end.
Early Marketing and Brand Momentum
Early reception to the new RIDE marketing platform has been positive; Juneau Avenue headquarters reopened and dealer feedback from roadshows shows renewed partnership momentum.

LiveWire Group (LVWR) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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LVWR Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
Play Transcript
Jul 23, 2026
2026 (Q2)
- / -
-0.09
May 05, 2026
2026 (Q1)
- / -0.09
-0.091.11% (<+0.01)
Feb 10, 2026
2025 (Q4)
- / -0.09
-0.1118.18% (+0.02)
Nov 04, 2025
2025 (Q3)
- / -0.10
-0.119.09% (<+0.01)
Jul 30, 2025
2025 (Q2)
- / -0.09
-0.1225.00% (+0.03)
May 01, 2025
2025 (Q1)
- / -0.09
-0.1225.00% (+0.03)
Feb 05, 2025
2024 (Q4)
- / -0.11
-0.1631.25% (+0.05)
Oct 24, 2024
2024 (Q3)
-0.17 / -0.11
-0.07-57.14% (-0.04)
Jul 25, 2024
2024 (Q2)
-0.15 / -0.12
-0.240.00% (+0.08)
Apr 25, 2024
2024 (Q1)
-0.14 / -0.12
-0.1-20.00% (-0.02)
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LVWR Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
May 05, 2026
$1.67$1.77+5.99%
Feb 10, 2026
$2.61$2.28-12.64%
Nov 04, 2025
$5.15$4.79-6.99%
Jul 30, 2025
$3.96$3.97+0.25%
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