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AIR

Industrial

AAR secured a multiyear exclusive distribution agreement with AmSafe Bridport, becoming the sole distributor for KC-46 and C-40 platforms globally, highlighting a strategic focus on defense markets.
The company is expanding its parts supply capabilities across commercial and government sectors, demonstrating a dual-market growth approach.
Expansion efforts include ongoing airframe MRO capacity increases in Oklahoma City and Miami, set to add 15% capacity in 2026.
The exclusive distribution model with OEMs is resonating strongly, leading to increased market share and new business wins, such as Reliance.

ABM

Industrial

ABM actively engaged in re-negotiating long-term contracts with marquee clients in pressured markets, often at slightly lower margins to secure extensions.
The company strategically lowered bid thresholds by approximately 100 basis points in high-growth sectors like semiconductor and pharma to win new business.
These contract re-negotiations are designed to extend client relationships for 3-5 years, with the expectation of margin recovery over time.
Scott emphasized that these pricing strategies are part of a long-term relationship-building approach, not just short-term margin sacrifices.

ABM

Industrial

Adjusted EBITDA rose 5% to $125.8 million with a flat margin of 5.9%.
Free cash flow was $150 million, up $86 million year over year and $135 million sequentially from Q2.
Margins pressured in BNI and M&D due to strategic pricing and escalation timing decisions, with BNI margin at 7.1% and M&D margin at 8.9%.
Net income increased to $41.8 million or $0.67 per diluted share, compared to $4.7 million or $0.07 last year, influenced by absence of prior year adjustments.
Revenue grew 6.2% year over year to $2.2 billion, driven by 5% organic growth and 1.2% from acquisitions.
Segment revenues: BNI up 3% to over $1 billion, Aviation up 9% to $291.8 million, M&D up 8% to $408.9 million, Education up 3% to $235.1 million, Technical Solutions up 19% to $249.5 million.
Share repurchases totaled 1.5 million shares year to date for $71.3 million, with a recent board authorization increase of $150 million.
Total indebtedness stood at $1.6 billion with a debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 2.8x and liquidity of $691 million.

DCI

Industrial

1mo

Donaldson maintains a disciplined approach to M&A, focusing on strategic fit and financial criteria.
The company has a pipeline of potential acquisitions, especially in life sciences and industrial segments.
Share repurchases are planned at 2-3% of outstanding shares in fiscal 2026, balancing buybacks with M&A and dividends.
The company emphasizes organic growth, inorganic acquisitions, and returning cash to shareholders as core priorities.
Management expressed confidence in their financial flexibility and strategic focus to support long-term growth.

AVAV

Industrial

140% increase over prior year as reported

$454.7 million

Achieved another record first quarter with revenue of nearly $455 million, a 140% increase over prior year as reported.

CNM

Industrial

Core & Main achieved significant sales growth and market share gains in treatment plant and fusible HDPE initiatives.

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