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Gorman-Rupp reports record Q2 sales; margins expand and debt falls

Jul 24, 2026, 6:35 AM EDT3 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The combination of record quarterly sales, margin expansion, debt repayment, and healthy backlog elevates earnings visibility and frees cash for deleveraging or strategic investments, which tends to drive short- to medium-term outperformance.

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Gorman-Rupp delivered solid Q2 2026 results with record net sales of $186.1M and net income of $19.4M, supported by price realization and favorable mix. Gross margin rose to 32.6% as price increases and mix offset SG&A growth, while debt reductions improved the balance sheet and cash flow, backing a healthy backlog of $239.7M and robust H1 orders.

Quarter ended June 30, 2026: net sales $186.1M; YoY +3.9%.
Net income $19.4M; EPS $0.74; Adjusted EBITDA $38.2M (20.5% of sales).
YTD 2026: net sales $362.7M; debt down $33.0M.
Backlog $239.7M; incoming orders in H1 2026 $370.8M.

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