Cardinal Infrastructure reports record quarter, lifts 2026 outlook with Allied Paving addition
Aug 11, 2026, 6:54 AM EDT3 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Strong revenue growth, expanding backlog, and a highly accretive, strategically important acquisition underpin a re-rating. Near-term margin pressure from costs is acknowledged, but management signals a path to margin expansion; the 2026 revenue guidance uplift is a clear positive catalyst.
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Cardinal Infrastructure Group (CDNL) posted a record Q2 2026 with revenue of $226.9M, up 114% YoY and 64% organically. Backlog reached $866M, and the company raised 2026 revenue guidance to $880–$900M. Cardinal also announced the Allied Paving acquisition for roughly $120M, adding about $108M in annual revenue at a 20.3% adj. EBITDA margin and accelerating Atlanta market expansion.
CDNL Q2 revenue $226.9M, up 114% YoY; organic growth 64%.
Backlog at 6/30/2026: $866M, up 35% YoY; 2026 revenue guidance raised to $880–$900M.
Allied Paving acquisition: ~$120M total consideration; $108M annual revenue; 20.3% adj. EBITDA margin; closing planned for Oct 2026.
Q2 gross/adjusted margins pressured by higher subcontractor costs and weather; recovery expected in H2 2026.
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