Hubbell Q2 sales rise 15%, adjusted EPS up 12%; raises 2026 adjusted EPS outlook
Hubbell reported second-quarter 2026 net sales of $1,711.8 million, up from $1,484.3 million a year earlier, with adjusted diluted EPS of $5.52, up 12%. GAAP diluted EPS was $4.52, down from $4.56, and the company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted diluted EPS range to $20.25 to $20.55 while setting its GAAP diluted EPS range at $17.25 to $17.55. The results include the acquisition of NSI Industries for approximately $3.0 billion, funded with debt.
Key points
- Q2 2026 net sales rose 15% to $1,711.8 million; organic net sales grew 10%, and acquisitions added 5%.
- Q2 diluted EPS was $4.52 versus $4.56 a year earlier; adjusted diluted EPS was $5.52.
- Q2 operating margin was 20.4% versus 22.7% a year earlier; adjusted operating margin was 23.9%, down 50 basis points.
- Full-year 2026 adjusted diluted EPS guidance was raised to $20.25 to $20.55; GAAP diluted EPS guidance is $17.25 to $17.55.
The filing
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