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CMCO Q1 FY27 results show record growth from Kito Crosby; raises guidance

Jul 30, 2026, 6:33 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong top-line growth, meaningful margin expansion, cash flow improvement, and raised FY27 guidance after an acquisition-driven quarter suggest durable upside, assuming execution remains on track. Historically, CMCO’s stock reacts positively to higher backlogs and improved leverage trajectory when M&A-driven synergies are evidenced in quarterly results.

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CMCO delivered a strong Q1 FY27 with net sales of $531.5 million, up 125% year over year, propelled by the Kito Crosby acquisition. The company posted a book-to-bill of 1.1x and solid order growth, signaling momentum into H2 FY27. Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 21.0% and free cash flow excluding deal costs rose, supporting a raised full-year outlook and a clear deleveraging path.

Net sales $531.5m, up 125% YoY; Kito Crosby enabled growth. Acquisition closed Feb 3, 2026.
Orders $568.1m, +120%; book-to-bill 1.1x; backlog supports H2 FY27.
Adjusted EBITDA $111.5m; margin 21.0%; operating cash flow $25.6m; FCF ex deal costs $32.4m.
FY27 guidance raised: net sales $2.09–$2.15b; Adj EBITDA $405–$420m; Adj EPS $1.90–$2.10.

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