Consumer Cyclical Earnings Report — 2026-06-26 to 2026-08-10
Report generated: 2026-08-10 07:34:07 EDT
Overview
Companies reported: 177 (2026-06-26 - 2026-08-10). Consumer Cyclical results were broadly driven by one-time tariff refunds and IEEPA reimbursements, which significantly expanded gross margins for companies such as Johnson Outdoors (JOUT) and Carter's (CRI), while input cost inflation and demand softness pressured operators like Under Armour (UAA) and Xponential Fitness (XPOF). Revenue growth was led by Carvana (CVNA) and MercadoLibre (MELI), whereas net income performance was dominated by Blue Bird (BLBD) following a 368.8% surge in earnings. Strategic M&A activity and capital allocation initiatives, including share repurchases by Amazon (AMZN) and O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY), further shaped the sector landscape alongside divergent consumer demand trends across automotive, apparel, and leisure segments.
Leaderboard
Top 5 by Revenue Growth (YoY)
| # | Company | Ticker | Revenue Growth YoY | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carvana Co | CVNA | 52.0% | $7.376 billion |
| 2 | MercadoLibre Inc | MELI | 50.0% | $10.169 billion |
| 3 | Rush Street Interactive Inc | RSI | 46.0% | $393.8 million |
| 4 | Blue Bird Corp | BLBD | 29.9% | $517.2 million |
| 5 | Modine Manufacturing Co | MOD | 28.0% | $874.1 million |
Revenue growth rates for Blue Bird Corp and Modine Manufacturing Co are derived from reported net sales figures for the quarter.
Top 5 by Net Income Growth (YoY)
| # | Company | Ticker | Net Income Growth YoY | Net Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Bird Corp. | BLBD | 368.8% | $185.3 million |
| 2 | Karat Packaging Inc. | KRT | 168.3% | $29.6 million |
| 3 | Greif Inc. | GEF | 156.7% | $78.8 million |
| 4 | AutoNation Inc. | AN | 111% | $182.1 million |
| 5 | Carter's Inc. | CRI | n/a | $139.8 million |
Net income growth for Carter's Inc. is derived from the reported surge in GAAP operating income to $139.8 million from $4.0 million, driven by a $127.7 million tariff refund recovery, as the summary does not explicitly state the net income growth percentage.
Themes
- Tariff refunds and IEEPA reimbursements provided significant one-time margin expansion and earnings benefits across multiple sectors, including apparel, auto parts, and packaging, with companies like Johnson Outdoors (JOUT), Under Armour (UAA), and Carter's (CRI) explicitly citing these recoveries as key drivers for gross margin improvement.
- Input cost inflation, particularly in commodities, labor, and freight, continued to pressure operating margins for many operators, leading to guidance reductions or margin compression for firms such as Texas Roadhouse (TXRH), Sweetgreen (SG), and Goodyear (GT).
- Consumer demand trends showed divergence, with strong volume growth in leisure and automotive retail offset by softness in discretionary apparel and residential construction, as seen in the mixed performance of DraftKings (DKNG), Xponential Fitness (XPOF), and LCI Industries (LCII).
- Strategic M&A activity remained active, with companies pursuing accretive acquisitions to drive growth or streamline portfolios, including ARKO Corp (ARKO) acquiring U.S. Petroleum Partners, Somnigroup (SGI) agreeing to buy Leggett & Platt (LEG), and eBay (EBAY) closing its Depop acquisition.
- Capital allocation strategies focused heavily on share repurchases and debt reduction, with major players like Amazon (AMZN), O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY), and Marriott International (MAR) executing significant buybacks while deleveraging balance sheets to improve financial flexibility.
- Digital transformation and AI integration emerged as key growth levers, with Instacart (CART) leveraging AI for shopping and AWS, and CarGurus (CARG) launching consumer-facing AI layers to enhance platform value and dealer connectivity.
- Pricing power and mix shifts were utilized by several retailers to mitigate cost pressures, with brands like Ralph Lauren (RL) and Crocs (CROX) reporting success through premium product focus and direct-to-consumer channel expansion.
- Operational restructuring and cost optimization initiatives were widely implemented to address margin headwinds, including store closures by Monro (MNRO), facility consolidations by Smurfit Westrock (SW), and workforce reductions at Portillo's (PTLO).
- The automotive sector faced specific headwinds from EV transition challenges and inventory adjustments, impacting results for Ford (F), Rivian (RIVN), and LKQ (LKQ), while aftermarket and commercial vehicle segments showed relative resilience.
- Geopolitical events and trade policy uncertainties, including the Middle East conflict and evolving USMCA terms, were cited as ongoing risks affecting supply chains, demand, and cost structures for companies like Under Armour (UAA) and Dauch Corporation (DCH).
Market Outlook & Trends
- Revenue growth in the sector is being significantly supported by one-time IEEPA tariff refunds, which boosted gross margins for companies including Johnson Outdoors (JOUT), Karat Packaging (KRT), Clarus (CLAR), BARK (BARK), Funko (FNKO), Bob's Discount Furniture (BOBS), Arhaus (ARHS), Acushnet (GOLF), Dorman Products (DORM), Carter's (CRI), Columbia Sportswear (COLM), and Rocky Brands (RCKY).
- Several companies have raised full-year guidance due to strong demand or cost recovery, including Dauch Corporation (DCH), Karat Packaging (KRT), Ralph Lauren (RL), Lifetime Brands (LCUT), Dana (DAN), Marriott Vacations (VAC), Frontdoor (FTDR), O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY), Polaris (PII), and Rush Street Interactive (RSI).
- Conversely, demand softness and macroeconomic headwinds have led to lowered guidance or withdrawn outlooks for Under Armour (UAA), Wendy's (WEN), Xponential Fitness (XPOF), Sweetgreen (SG), Papa John's (PZZA), ThredUp (TDUP), LCI Industries (LCII), Camping World (CWH), and Group 1 Automotive (GPI).
- Pricing power and cost management remain critical drivers, with companies like Citi Trends (CTRN), ARKO (ARKO), and Savers Value Village (SVV) citing enhanced assortments and proprietary pricing platforms to drive comparable store sales growth, while others like Goodyear (GT) and BorgWarner (BWA) face margin compression from input costs despite pricing actions.
- Capacity and inventory management strategies vary, with Blue Bird (BLBD) and Rivian (RIVN) building inventory for new model launches, whereas Under Armour (UAA) and Wayfair (W) are actively reducing inventory levels to improve efficiency and cash flow.
- M&A activity is reshaping the landscape, with notable transactions including Nathan's Famous (NATH) being acquired by Smithfield Foods, Somnigroup (SGI) acquiring Leggett & Platt (LEG), LCI Industries (LCII) merging with Patrick Industries (PATK), and eBay (EBAY) completing the acquisition of Depop.
- Capital allocation trends show a mix of aggressive share repurchases and dividend increases by strong performers like Amazon (AMZN), O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY), and Polaris (PII), alongside dividend suspensions or reductions at Wendy's (WEN) and Papa John's (PZZA) to preserve capital for turnaround initiatives.
- Strategic pivots are evident in the digital and service sectors, with Instacart (CART) expanding AI capabilities, WW (WW) focusing on clinical subscriptions, and Yum! Brands (YUM) executing a major divestiture of Pizza Hut to streamline operations.
- Risks identified by management include persistent inflation in food and labor costs, geopolitical conflicts affecting travel and supply chains, evolving trade policies and tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles impacting traditional auto parts demand.
Key Numbers
- Citi Trends (CTRN) reported Q2 2026 total sales up 10.9% year-over-year to $211.6 million, with comparable store sales rising 10.5%, marking the eighth consecutive quarter of growth.
- Johnson Outdoors (JOUT) posted Q3 net sales of $189.7 million, up 5% year-over-year, while gross margin expanded to 45.3% from 37.6% driven by tariff refunds and pricing actions.
- Dauch Corporation (DCH) saw Q2 sales surge to $2.96 billion from $1.54 billion due to the Dowlais Group acquisition, though net income fell to $1.0 million from $39.3 million in the prior year.
- Under Armour (UAA) reported Q1 fiscal 2027 revenue of $1.1 billion, down 3% year-over-year, while gross margin expanded 590 basis points to 54.1% primarily due to tariff cost refunds.
- Wendy's (WEN) recorded Q2 revenues of $570.6 million, up 1.7% year-over-year, but net income declined 40.8% to $32.6 million as U.S. same-restaurant sales fell 7.0%.
- ARKO Corp (ARKO) reported Q2 total revenues of $2,346.5 million, up 17.4% year-over-year, while Adjusted EBITDA fell 6.4% to $72.0 million for the quarter.
- DraftKings (DKNG) posted Q2 revenue of $1,443 million, a 5% year-over-year decrease, with Adjusted EBITDA declining to $114.6 million from $300.6 million in the prior year period.
- Xponential Fitness (XPOF) saw Q2 total revenue fall 13% year-over-year to $66.0 million, driven by a 26% drop in equipment revenue, resulting in a net loss of $4.8 million.
- Karat Packaging (KRT) achieved record Q2 net sales of $136.3 million, up 9.9% year-over-year, while net income surged 168.3% to $29.6 million driven by a 56.6% gross margin.
- Ralph Lauren (RL) reported Q1 fiscal 2027 net revenue of $2.0 billion, up 14% year-over-year, with diluted EPS increasing 22% to $4.28 driven by gross margin expansion to 73.7%.
Outliers
- Citi Trends (CTRN) posted the strongest report with eighth consecutive quarter of growth, driven by 10.9% total sales increase and 10.5% comparable store sales growth.
- Blue Bird (BLBD) delivered the strongest results with net income surging to $185.3 million and EPS reaching $5.27, supported by a 29.9% sales increase.
- Under Armour (UAA) issued the weakest report, lowering full-year revenue guidance to a mid-single-digit decline and projecting an adjusted EPS loss due to softer demand.
- Xponential Fitness (XPOF) reported the weakest outlook, revising full-year guidance downward across all key metrics including a 19% midpoint decrease in revenue expectations.
25 most recent Consumer Cyclical earnings
Citi Trends — Q2 2026 Earnings Summary
CITI TRENDS INC
Preliminary Q2 2026 total sales rose 10.9% year-over-year to $211.6 million, while comparable store sales increased 10.5% year-over-year and 19.7% on a two-year basis, marking the eighth consecutive quarter of growth. Year-to-date 2026 total sales grew 12.7% year-over-year to $442.5 million, with comparable store sales up 12.2% year-over-year and 21.8% on a two-year basis across all merchandise categories. Management anticipates the two-year comparable store sales trend of approximately 20% will continue into the early back-to-school season, driven by enhanced assortments and a focus on "wear-now" products. Full Q2 2026 earnings and a conference call will be released on August 25, 2026; preliminary results remain unaudited and subject to change following standard closing procedures.
Johnson Outdoors — Fiscal Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
JOHNSON OUTDOORS INC
Total company net sales rose 5% year-over-year to $189.7 million for the quarter and 15.0% to $525.1 million year-to-date, while net income improved to $14.9 million ($1.42 per share) for the quarter and $21.1 million ($2.00 per share) year-to-date versus prior losses. Operating income surged to $18.3 million in the third quarter from $7.3 million, with gross margin expanding to 45.3% from 37.6%, driven by approximately $15 million in tariff refunds and pricing actions. Segment performance was mixed: Fishing revenue grew 7% and Diving sales increased 10%, whereas Camping & Watercraft Recreation sales declined 13% due to weak marketplace conditions. Management confirmed a quarterly cash dividend approved in May 2026, payable July 30, 2026, and noted increased inventory levels to support demand while monitoring evolving tariff policies. The company maintains a cautious outlook regarding future cost inflation and trade policy developments despite citing solid results from market-leading brands.
Dauch Corporation — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
DAUCH CORP
Q2 2026 sales surged to $2.96 billion from $1.54 billion in the prior year period, driven by the consolidation of the Dowlais Group acquisition completed in February 2026; however, net income attributable to Dauch fell to $1.0 million from $39.3 million, and diluted EPS dropped to $0.00 from $0.32. Full-year 2026 guidance was raised across key metrics: sales to $10.6–$10.8 billion (from $10.3–$10.8 billion), Adjusted EBITDA to $1.36–$1.425 billion, and Adjusted free cash flow to $260–$325 million, reflecting increased synergy benefits of $60–$75 million. Segment performance showed significant growth with Driveline sales reaching $2.225 billion and Adjusted EBITDA of $289.7 million, while Metal Forming sales rose to $861.7 million with Adjusted EBITDA of $99.9 million. Balance sheet expansion reflected the acquisition, with total assets increasing to $11.05 billion and long-term debt rising to $5.03 billion as of June 30, 2026, compared to $6.67 billion and $4.04 billion respectively at year-end 2025. Management projects production of 91.1 million units globally for the year, assuming mitigation of most incremental tariff costs and no changes to USMCA, while noting risks related to EV transition, customer demand fluctuations, and integration challenges.
Under Armour — First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Earnings Summary
UNDER ARMOUR INC
Total revenue declined 3% year-over-year to $1.1 billion, while gross margin expanded 590 basis points to 54.1% primarily due to refunds for IEEPA tariff costs; net income was $1 million ($0.00 EPS) versus $3.3 million operating income. Fiscal 2027 revenue guidance was lowered to a mid-single-digit decline from a prior slight decline outlook due to softer demand in North America and Asia-Pacific, with adjusted diluted EPS guidance revised to a loss of $0.01–$0.05 from a prior breakeven expectation. Full-year 2027 adjusted operating income remains projected at $140 million to $160 million, though SG&A expense is now expected to decrease at a high-single-digit rate, and the company faces $35 million in headwinds related to the Middle East conflict. Strategic progress includes the settlement and discharge of Senior Notes due 2026, a 3% reduction in inventory to $1.1 billion, and the Fiscal 2025 Restructuring Plan nearing substantial completion by December 31, 2026, with $266 million in total costs incurred to date.
The Wendy's Company — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
WENDY'S CO
Total revenues rose 1.7% year-over-year to $570.6 million, while net income declined 40.8% to $32.6 million and adjusted EBITDA fell 15.4% to $124.1 million for the quarter. The Company withdrew its 2026 financial outlook to facilitate a new leadership assessment and comprehensive turnaround plan focused on five strategic areas. A quarterly dividend reduction to $0.07 per share ($0.28 annualized) was announced to preserve capital for the turnaround, with no share repurchases executed in the second quarter. U.S. same-restaurant sales decreased 7.0% and net U.S. locations declined by 81 in the quarter, driven by traffic declines and margin compression from inflationary pressures. Free cash flow increased 9.9% to $120.3 million for the first half of 2026, and long-term debt decreased to $2.719 billion as of June 28, 2026.
ARKO Corp. — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
ARKO CORP
Net income declined to $9.4 million for the quarter (vs. $20.1 million prior year), while total revenues rose 17.4% to $2,346.5 million; Adjusted EBITDA fell 6.4% to $72.0 million for the quarter but grew 14.0% to $122.9 million for the six-month period. The Company reaffirmed full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $245–$265 million and raised its annual retail fuel margin outlook to 45.5–47.5 cents per gallon, though net income guidance was withheld due to depreciation and amortization input constraints. Strategic activity includes the announced acquisition of U.S. Petroleum Partners, LLC (USPP) for $205 million in cash plus stock, expected to add 14% in fuel volumes and $30 million in annualized Adjusted EBITDA, alongside the repurchase of $37.9 million in senior notes and a $0.03 per share quarterly dividend declaration. Operational highlights include 21 retail store conversions to dealer locations, a 110 basis point increase in merchandise margin to 34.7%, and a liquidity position of approximately $1.0 billion ($246 million cash plus $786 million credit availability) against $675 million in outstanding debt.
Nathan's Famous, Inc. — First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Earnings Summary
NATHANS FAMOUS INC
Total revenues increased 14.8% year-over-year to $54.06 million, driven by a 20.7% surge in the Branded Product Program, while operating income and net income declined slightly to $12.67 million and $8.83 million, respectively. The Company announced a definitive merger agreement to be acquired by Smithfield Foods, Inc. for $102.00 per share in cash, valuing the enterprise at approximately $450 million, with closing expected in the second half of 2026 pending regulatory and stockholder approvals. Adjusted EBITDA rose 0.6% to $13.62 million despite a 22% increase in beef costs that compressed Branded Product Program operating income by 41.5%, while Product Licensing royalties grew 9.7% to $13.59 million. Franchise operations saw a decline in sales and fees, with total franchise fees dropping to $54,000 from $128,000, though four new franchised locations opened during the quarter. The Company paid a $0.50 per share cash dividend and recorded $295,000 in transaction costs related to the merger, while noting ongoing risks regarding food cost inflation and regulatory clearance.
DraftKings — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
DRAFTKINGS INC
Reported Q2 2026 revenue of $1,443 million, a 5% year-over-year decrease, driven by customer-friendly sport outcomes and increased promotional reinvestment; Sports Consumer Volume rose 15% to $13.1 billion despite a 13% decline in Average Revenue per Monthly Unique Payer (ARPMUP) to $132. Adjusted EBITDA fell to $114.6 million from $300.6 million in the prior year period, while GAAP net loss widened to $67.6 million compared to $157.9 million in net income previously; iGaming revenue grew 7.5% to $461.9 million, offsetting a 10.6% decline in Sports Revenue. Maintained full-year 2026 revenue guidance of $6.5 billion to $6.9 billion and Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $700 million to $900 million, with management projecting approximately $1 billion in Adjusted EBITDA for the year. Executed $154.2 million in treasury stock purchases under its repurchase program during the first half of 2026; the Super App is now live nationwide, and the company expressed confidence in capturing the Predictions category following its December 2025 launch.
Xponential Fitness, Inc. — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
XPONENTIAL FITNESS INC
Total revenue fell 13% year-over-year to $66.0 million, driven by a 26% drop in equipment revenue and a 90% decline in merchandise revenue following a logistics model transition, resulting in a net loss of $4.8 million compared to prior-year net income. Full-year 2026 guidance was revised downward across all key metrics, including revenue ($250.0M–$260.0M), Adjusted EBITDA ($91.0M–$97.0M), and net new studio openings (approx. 150), reflecting a 19% midpoint decrease in revenue expectations and a 25% reduction in growth targets. North America same-store sales declined 6.8% year-over-year, while system-wide sales remained flat at $437.3 million, with operating expenses rising 33% due to increased legal costs and front-loaded marketing investments. Management highlighted strategic efforts to drive long-term growth through digital capabilities and franchisee support, while noting the company is reviewing strategic alternatives that could impact operations and stock price.
Karat Packaging — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
KARAT PACKAGING INC
Net sales reached a record $136.3 million in Q2 2026, up 9.9% year-over-year, while net income surged 168.3% to $29.6 million and Adjusted EBITDA rose 135.2% to $41.6 million, driven by a 56.6% gross margin and significant IEEPA tariff refunds. Full-year 2026 guidance projects net sales and gross margins in the low double-digits and low 40s respectively, with Adjusted EBITDA margins expected in the mid-teens, reflecting continued inclusion of tariff refunds. The Board approved an increase in the quarterly dividend to $0.47 per share, and the company repurchased $2.0 million of common stock during the quarter, leaving $10.0 million available under the repurchase program. Online sales grew 23.6% year-over-year in Q2, and a new 47,000-square-foot distribution center in Orlando is expected to be operational by Q3 2026 to support expanding sales pipelines. Operating expenses increased to $39.6 million due to higher shipping, marketing, and labor costs, while product and import costs as a percentage of sales rose to 49.2% and 11.1% respectively, driven by resin prices and container rates.
Clarus Corporation — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
CLARUS CORP
Consolidated sales rose 1.6% to $56.2 million; net income turned to $4.7 million from a $8.4 million loss in the prior year, driven by a $6.1 million IEEPA tariff refund that boosted gross margin to 48.9% from 35.6%. Full-year 2026 sales guidance remains $245–$255 million with adjusted EBITDA expected at $12–$13 million; free cash flow guidance was raised to $6 million, while Q3 2026 sales are forecast at $66–$68 million. The company initiated a comprehensive strategic review of alternatives with no definitive timetable, supported by Jefferies LLC, while completing the acquisition of ONWRD Supply Co. and selling the PIEPS brand. Capital allocation included $0.4 million in share repurchases (153,331 shares) with $42.4 million remaining under the $50 million program, alongside a shift toward a full-price premium model and reduced discounting.
BARK — Fiscal First Quarter 2027 Earnings Summary
BARK INC
Total revenue declined 23.4% year-over-year to $78.8 million, landing at the high end of the guidance range, while normalized gross margin contracted to 63.4% from 63.8% in the prior year period. Net income turned positive at $0.75 million, a significant improvement from a $7.0 million loss in the prior year, driven by a $7.4 million one-time tariff refund benefit; Adjusted EBITDA rose to $0.6 million from $0.1 million. Full-year fiscal 2027 revenue guidance is reiterated at $325.0 million to $340.0 million, with full-year Adjusted EBITDA guidance maintained at $7.0 million to $10.0 million. The company executed a strategic shift toward "bottom-line durability," reducing marketing and G&A expenses to improve retention (92.8%) and AOV ($31.25), while continuing share repurchases under its $40 million program.
Sweetgreen, Inc. — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
SWEETGREEN INC
Total revenue rose 3.8% year-over-year to $192.7 million, driven by $18.4 million in incremental revenue from new openings, though same-store sales declined 6.2% (an improvement from 7.6% in the prior year) due to traffic and product mix shifts. Fiscal 2026 guidance was lowered to reflect a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak, with same-store sales now projected between (8.0)% and (7.0)%, adjusted EBITDA between $(27.0) million and $(23.0) million, and restaurant-level profit margins between 10.5% and 11.0%. The company recognized a $160.6 million gain from the disposal of its Spyce business, receiving $100.0 million in cash and $86.4 million in Series C Preferred Stock of Wonder Group, Inc., which contributed to a net cash provided by investing activities of $73.7 million. Operational margins faced pressure from rising food, beverage, and packaging costs (29.8% of revenue) and labor expenses (29.2% of revenue), resulting in a restaurant-level profit margin of 13.1% compared to 18.9% in the prior year period. Management remains focused on rebuilding restaurant-level profitability and improving execution, with cash and cash equivalents increasing to $142.6 million as of June 28, 2026, while noting uncertainty regarding the recovery pace from the food safety outbreak.
Funko, Inc. — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
FUNKO INC
Net sales rose 7% year-over-year to $207.7 million, driven by a turnaround to $15.4 million net income ($0.27/share) from a $40.5 million loss in the prior year, aided by a $25.4 million pre-tax tariff benefit. Full-year 2026 guidance was upgraded to $100 million–$110 million Adjusted EBITDA and 46%–47% gross margin (both including the tariff benefit), while flat-to-up 3% net sales guidance was reiterated. Core Collectibles sales grew 9% year-over-year to $171.6 million, while Loungefly sales declined 1.7% as the company rationalizes SKU counts to focus on high-demand products. Total debt decreased $24.2 million to $201.1 million, and operating cash flow turned positive to $23.6 million for the first half of 2026, reversing a $44.4 million outflow in the prior year.
FIGS — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
FIGS INC
Net revenues reached $196.6 million, a 28.8% year-over-year increase, while net income surged to $28.4 million ($0.15 diluted EPS) from $7.1 million in the prior year period. Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 18.6% from 12.9% year-over-year, driven by an 820 basis point gross margin improvement and operating expenses declining to 57.3% of net revenues. Full Year 2026 net revenue growth is guided at approximately 20% with an Adjusted EBITDA margin target of 14.8% to 15.0%, as management expects to layer in increased expectations for the second half of the year. The Board authorized a $100.0 million increase to the share repurchase program, bringing total available funds to $19.2 million as of June 30, 2026. International revenues grew 67.0% year-over-year to $37.9 million, and active customers increased 13.2% to 3.1 million, with net revenues per active customer exceeding COVID-era highs.
Full House Resorts — Q2 2026 Earnings Summary
FULL HOUSE RESORTS INC
Consolidated revenues rose 5.6% year-over-year to $78.1 million, while operating income improved to $2.3 million from a $0.1 million loss in the prior-year period; net loss narrowed to $8.7 million ($0.24 per share) from $10.4 million, and Adjusted EBITDA increased 19.5% to $13.3 million. The permanent American Place casino is targeted for opening in the second half of 2028, with approval secured to operate the temporary facility until February 2029, which will subsequently be retained as a large event space. Segment performance varied with Midwest & South revenues growing 5.6% to $61.0 million, West revenues increasing 7.3% to $15.5 million, and Contracted Sports Wagering revenues declining to $1.5 million due to the absence of an active sports skin present in 2025. Liquidity stood at $48.4 million as of June 30, 2026, against total debt of $475.0 million, with management citing progress toward financing the permanent facility and refinancing primary debt despite legal documentation delays. Operational headwinds included a 42-hour power outage at Rising Star and renovation-related disruptions at Grand Lodge Casino, while Stockman's Casino was divested on April 1, 2025, and is excluded from current segment results.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. — 3Q26 Earnings Summary
RCI HOSPITALITY HOLDINGS INC
Total revenues rose 4.0% year-over-year to $73.9 million, driven by a 25.4% revenue increase in the Bombshells segment and 1.0% growth in Nightclubs, while GAAP EPS surged to $0.83 from $0.46 in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA expanded to $16.9 million (22.9% margin) from $15.3 million (21.6% margin), supported by a 13.0% reduction in weighted average shares outstanding due to buybacks and lower impairment charges. The company continued capital allocation toward debt reduction, lowering total debt by $8.6 million to $240.1 million, though operating cash flow and free cash flow declined to $11.3 million and $10.6 million, respectively. Strategic growth was evident in the Bombshells division with three new locations contributing $2.6 million in sales, while corporate expenses decreased to $7.3 million, representing 9.9% of total revenues.
CarGurus — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
CARGURUS INC
Q2 2026 revenue grew 13% year-over-year to $251.0 million, while GAAP net income remained flat at $49.2 million; non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA rose 7% YoY to $84.7 million. Cash and cash equivalents decreased 36% to $122.1 million as of June 30, 2026, driven by $202.1 million in share repurchases over the six-month period, including $29.2 million in Q2. Management introduced "Guru," a consumer-facing AI layer, and reported International paying dealers grew 11% YoY to 8,478, while U.S. paying dealers increased 3% to 26,151. Full-year 2026 revenue growth guidance remains 10% to 13% YoY, with non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA margin expected to decrease 0.5% to 1.5% year-over-year. Q3 2026 revenue is guided to $253.5–$258.5 million, with non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA projected between $82.0 million and $90.0 million.
Instacart — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
INSTACART (MAPLEBEAR INC)
Financial Performance: Total revenue and Gross Transaction Value (GTV) both grew 14% year-over-year to $1,043 million and $10,351 million respectively; Adjusted EBITDA rose 19% to $313 million, while GAAP net income declined 4% to $111 million. Capital Allocation: The company repurchased $325 million in shares during the quarter and confirmed plans to return the majority of free cash flow to shareholders in 2026. Guidance: Q3 2026 GTV is guided at $10,300–$10,550 million (midpoint $10,425 million) and Adjusted EBITDA at $320–$340 million (midpoint $330 million), representing 14% and 19% year-over-year growth respectively. Strategic Expansion: Instacart acquired computer vision firm Arpalus, expanded its "no markup" marketplace model to include partners like Grocery Outlet and Ace Hardware, and integrated with Google Gemini for AI-driven shopping. Operational Metrics: Orders increased 9% year-over-year to 90.3 million, with advertising revenue growing 16% to outpace GTV growth, while operating and free cash flow surged 143% and 156% respectively.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC
Total revenue rose 3.0% to $129.6 million year-over-year, driven by 3.9% system-wide comparable sales growth and $1.0 million in new unit sales, while net income surged to $12.8 million ($0.43/share) from $7.1 million ($0.24/share) in the prior year. Full-year 2026 guidance was raised for system-wide comparable sales growth (3.5%–4.5%) and Adjusted EBITDA ($68 million–$70 million), with capital spending and unit opening targets reiterated. General and administrative expenses decreased 47.9% to $7.1 million, primarily due to a $6.3 million net legal settlement, which significantly boosted operating income to $18.7 million. Balance sheet strength improved with $30.0 million in outstanding debt and $13.3 million in cash as of July 1, 2026, followed by an additional $4.0 million debt paydown and a credit facility extension to 2031 subsequent to quarter-end.
ARKO Petroleum Corp. — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
ARKO CORP
Total revenues increased 27.4% year-over-year to $1,838.6 million, while net income rose 22% to $12.2 million and Adjusted EBITDA grew 3.9% to $39.8 million. The company reaffirmed full-year 2026 guidance for approximately $156 million in Adjusted EBITDA and $110 million in Discretionary Cash Flow, despite a 55% decline in net cash provided by operating activities to $10.4 million. Entered into an agreement to acquire U.S. Petroleum Partners, LLC for approximately $205 million in cash plus stock, a transaction expected to add over 400 dealer locations and $30 million in annual Adjusted EBITDA. Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share, maintaining an expected annual rate of $2.00, while targeting 20 new fleet fueling locations and 70 additional site conversions in 2026.
Savers Value Village, Inc. — Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Earnings Summary
SAVERS VALUE VILLAGE INC
Total company net sales rose 7.4% year-over-year to $448.2 million, driven by an 11.6% increase in U.S. sales and a 4.4% rise in comparable store sales; net income reached $21.6 million ($0.14 per diluted share). Fiscal 2026 guidance was updated upward across key metrics: net sales to $1.77–$1.79 billion, comparable store sales growth to 3.0–4.0%, and net income to $67–$76 million, while capital expenditures and new store openings remain unchanged. The company deployed its proprietary ThriftIQ pricing platform in 58 stores, resulting in 100 basis points higher gross profit growth in pilot locations, with full U.S. and Canadian deployment targeted for the first half of 2028. Capital return and balance sheet activities included the repurchase of 1.2 million shares ($21.7 million authorization remaining), a debt repricing reducing annual interest expense by $3.6 million, and cash holdings of $91.9 million.
Kingsway Corporation — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
KINGSWAY CORP
Consolidated revenue rose 27.6% year-over-year to $39.4 million, driven by a 68.3% surge in KSX revenue to $22.3 million, while Extended Warranty revenue declined 3.1% to $17.1 million (up 6.5% pro forma); consolidated adjusted EBITDA increased to $5.2 million from $1.7 million, with KSX adjusted EBITDA up 77.9% to $4.3 million. Net income turned positive at $0.2 million compared to a $3.2 million loss in the prior year, a result inclusive of a $1.3 million gain from the May 2026 sale of Trinity Warranty Solutions LLC, which generated $8.0 million in gross proceeds. Management reaffirmed guidance for three to five acquisitions in 2026 and double-digit organic growth for both KSX and Extended Warranty, citing confidence in Portfolio LTM EBITDA trajectory for the second half of the year due to favorable year-over-year comparisons. Strategic activity included the August 1, 2026, acquisition of Romeo Computer Company (RCC), adding $2.5 million in pro forma annual revenue and $0.5 million in pro forma annual adjusted EBITDA, alongside a name and ticker change to Kingsway Corporation (KWY) and the appointment of new leadership roles in May.
Fox Factory Holding Corp. — Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Earnings Summary
FOX FACTORY HOLDING CORP
Net sales decreased 4.5% year-over-year to $358.1 million, while net income rose to $4.1 million ($0.10/share) from $2.7 million ($0.07/share) and adjusted EBITDA fell to $45.5 million ($0.37/share) from $49.3 million ($0.40/share). Guidance was raised for Q3 net sales ($355M–$380M) and adjusted EBITDA ($46M–$54M), with full-year net sales guidance increased to $1.42B–$1.47B and adjusted EBITDA narrowed to $176M–$196M. Powered Vehicles Group sales grew 0.6% driven by a 22.5% increase in powersports demand, while Specialty Sports and Aftermarket groups declined due to OEM timing, channel destocking, and Ford F-150 chassis constraints. Net debt decreased $9.1 million to $606.4 million, inventory days improved to 136, and the company amended its credit agreement to expand the net leverage covenant to 5.0x (current ratio 3.7x). The profit optimization initiative delivered over $25 million in gross savings in the first half of fiscal 2026, with full-year targets set at $50 million, though guidance absorbs nearly $20 million in incremental input cost inflation.
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
TEXAS ROADHOUSE INC
Total revenue increased 11.1% year-over-year to $1.68 billion for the quarter, while operating income and net income declined 2.4% and 1.7% respectively due to elevated commodity (7.0%) and labor (3.9%) inflation pressures. Management updated 2026 guidance to reflect approximately 5% commodity inflation and a 14% effective tax rate, while reiterating expectations for 5% to 6% store week growth and $400 million in total capital expenditures. Capital allocation included $98.7 million in dividends, $70.8 million in stock repurchases, and $71.8 million in franchise acquisitions over the first 26 weeks, alongside a new long-term debt balance of $50 million. Comparable restaurant sales grew 6.2% for the quarter, driven by 6.5% growth at Texas Roadhouse locations and 1.3% at Bubba's 33, with nine new company restaurants and one franchise location opened during the period.