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Fluor Q2 2026: backlog at $26.9B, awards $6.1B, outlook narrowed

Aug 7, 2026, 6:28 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Backlog remains sizable and highly reimbursable, and new awards of $6.1B reinforce long-cycle project momentum. NuScale monetization and Mexico JV divestiture reduce exposure and may unlock optionality. However, the 2026 Adj EBITDA cut tempers upside and the operating cash flow drag from NuScale taxes could temper near-term performance, leading to a muted price reaction rather than a surge.

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Fluor reported Q2 2026 revenue of $4.3B (+9% YoY) with $6.1B in new awards and a backlog of $26.9B (85% reimbursable). The Mexico JV divestiture was completed for $175M, and NuScale monetization was finalized in April, reducing exposure. Management narrowed 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance to $500–$525M, reflecting the JV removal, while cash flow was pressured by a tax payment related to NuScale.

  • Fluor Q2 2026 awards totaled $6.1B across markets.
  • Backlog stands at $26.9B, 85% reimbursable.
  • Completed $175M divestiture of Mexico JV; legacy backlog $119M.
  • Q2 revenue $4.3B, up 9% YoY; GAAP earnings $114M; EBITDA $149M.
  • 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance narrowed to $500–$525M; Mexico JV contribution removed.

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