Everforth Inc.: Q2 FY2026 earnings call
What management said about Q2 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 29 July 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 1 raised, 12 new. The quarter’s numbers.
Key takeaways
- Revenue down year over year: Revenue was $1,007.0 million, down from $1,020.6 million a year earlier and up from $968.3 million in the first quarter. Source
- Results above top of estimate range: Revenue, net income, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA margin were above the high end of the second-quarter estimates given in the prior release. Source
- Adjusted EBITDA margin 9.6 percent: Adjusted EBITDA was $96.7 million, or 9.6 percent of revenue, against $108.5 million (10.6 percent) a year earlier and $83.6 million (8.6 percent) in the first quarter. Source
- Commercial book-to-bill rose to 1.2: Commercial IT consulting book-to-bill on a trailing-twelve-month basis was 1.2 to 1, up from 1.1 to 1 in the first-quarter release. Source
- Commercial gross margin fell 90 basis points: Commercial gross margin was 32.1 percent, down 90 basis points, mainly from a lower mix of high-margin permanent placement revenue and Mexico foreign exchange effects. Source
- Operating cash flow fell year over year: Operating cash flow was $52.2 million, against $124.9 million a year earlier and $18.5 million in the first quarter. Source
- Third-quarter revenue and margin ranges: Third-quarter revenue is estimated at $994.0 million to $1,024.0 million, with gross margin of 28.0 to 28.5 percent. Source
“Everforth delivered solid second quarter 2026 results, with revenues of $1 billion and Adjusted EBITDA margin of 9.6 percent both exceeding our expectations,”
Ted Hanson, Chief Executive Officer of Everforth, Inc.
Guidance
| Area | Period | Figure | Against last quarter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Source | third quarter 2026 | $994.0 million to $1,024.0 million | New |
| SG&A expenses Source | third quarter 2026 | $220.4 million to $221.9 million | New |
| Amortization of intangible assets Source | third quarter 2026 | $17.3 million | New |
| Net income Source | third quarter 2026 | $14.5 million to $23.0 million | New |
| Diluted EPS Source | third quarter 2026 | $0.36 to $0.56 | New |
| Gross margin Source | third quarter 2026 | 28.0 percent to 28.5 percent | New |
| Effective tax rate Source | third quarter 2026 | 29.0 percent | New |
| Adjusted EBITDA Source | third quarter 2026 | $95.0 million to $105.0 million | New |
| Adjusted Net Income Source | third quarter 2026 | $37.8 million to $44.8 million | New |
| Adjusted Net Income per diluted share Source | third quarter 2026 | $0.92 to $1.10 | New |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin Source | third quarter 2026 | 9.6 percent to 10.3 percent | New |
| Acquisition, integration and strategic planning expenses Source | third quarter 2026 | approximately $7.5 million to $9.5 million | New |
| Cash tax savings benefit from goodwill and trademark amortization Source | per quarter | approximately $9.6 million per quarter ($0.24 per diluted share) | Raised from approximately $9.6 million per quarter ($0.23 per diluted share) |
What changed from last quarter
- New guidance: Estimates for the third quarter of 2026 were issued in this release, based on current market conditions. Source
- Guidance raised: Cash tax savings benefit per diluted share is stated at $0.24, up from $0.23 in the prior release; the $9.6 million per quarter amount is unchanged. Source
- New: The revolver was refinanced in July 2026 into a new five-year $600 million facility, replacing the previous revolver and Term Loan A. Source
- New: The company launched as Everforth, Inc. with NYSE ticker EFOR effective April 24, 2026, following the ASGN name in the prior release.
Results and profit measures
- Revenue down year over year: Revenue was $1,007.0 million, down from $1,020.6 million a year earlier and up from $968.3 million in the first quarter. Source
- Results above top of estimate range: Revenue, net income, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA margin were above the high end of the second-quarter estimates given in the prior release. Source
- Adjusted EBITDA margin 9.6 percent: Adjusted EBITDA was $96.7 million, or 9.6 percent of revenue, against $108.5 million (10.6 percent) a year earlier and $83.6 million (8.6 percent) in the first quarter. Source
- Net income below prior year: Net income was $14.2 million, or $0.35 per diluted share, against $29.3 million or $0.67 a year earlier, and $5.5 million in the first quarter. Source
- Adjusted EPS below prior year: Adjusted net income per diluted share was $0.91, against $1.17 a year earlier and $0.69 in the first quarter. Source
Segments and industries
- Commercial revenue slightly lower: Commercial Segment revenue was $701.7 million, 70 percent of the total, against $708.1 million a year earlier and $675.5 million in the first quarter. Source
- Federal revenue down year over year: Federal Government Segment revenue was $305.3 million, 30 percent of total, down from $312.5 million in the prior-year quarter and up from $292.8 million in the first quarter. Source
- Four of five industries declined: Four commercial industries declined year over year, while Technology, Media and Telecom rose $7.7 million, or 5.6 percent. Source
- Federal decline from two customer types: The federal decline came from Defense and Intelligence and Federal Civilian, partly offset by National Security and other clients. Source
“Performance in the quarter was supported by strength across our Commercial enterprise platform portfolio, where improving bookings conversion contributed meaningfully to our results and drove revenues above guidance for the quarter.”
Ted Hanson, Chief Executive Officer of Everforth, Inc.
Bookings and order book
- Commercial book-to-bill rose to 1.2: Commercial IT consulting book-to-bill on a trailing-twelve-month basis was 1.2 to 1, up from 1.1 to 1 in the first-quarter release. Source
- Federal awards and book-to-bill higher: Federal new contract awards were $0.9 billion on a trailing-twelve-month basis, with a book-to-bill ratio of 0.8 to 1, against $0.8 billion and 0.7 to 1 previously. Source
- IT consulting about half of segment: Commercial IT consulting makes up about half of the Commercial Segment's revenue and has grown as a share of it over time. Source
Costs, margins and expenses
- Commercial gross margin fell 90 basis points: Commercial gross margin was 32.1 percent, down 90 basis points, mainly from a lower mix of high-margin permanent placement revenue and Mexico foreign exchange effects. Source
- Federal gross margin edged up: Federal gross margin was 19.6 percent, up 40 basis points, which management attributed to focused efforts to improve profitability across the contract portfolio. Source
- Consolidated gross margin 28.3 percent: Consolidated gross margin was 28.3 percent, a 40 basis point compression from the prior-year quarter. Source
- SG&A includes acquisition-related costs: SG&A totaled $226.2 million, against $216.8 million a year earlier, including $9.8 million of acquisition, integration and strategic planning costs versus $8.3 million. Source
- Interest expense higher: Interest expense was $20.4 million, against $18.2 million in the prior-year quarter and $17.1 million in the first quarter. Source
“We believe that the last mile of the AI valuation equation will be IT services”
Ted Hanson, Chief Executive Officer of Everforth, Inc.
Cash flow and liquidity
- Operating cash flow fell year over year: Operating cash flow was $52.2 million, against $124.9 million a year earlier and $18.5 million in the first quarter. Source
- Free cash flow after capital spending: Free cash flow was $46.3 million after $5.9 million of capital expenditures, against $115.8 million a year earlier. Source
- Cash and revolver availability: Cash was $152.9 million at June 30, 2026, and about $180.0 million was available under the $500.0 million revolving facility. Source
- Senior notes and term loans outstanding: Senior unsecured notes totaled $550.0 million at 4.625 percent, due 2028, and Term Loan B stood at $486.3 million, due 2030. Source
Capital and shareholder returns
- Repurchased 0.4 million shares: The company bought back 0.4 million shares for $11.5 million at an average $30.07 per share, leaving about $923 million under the plan at quarter end. Source
- Buybacks smaller than first quarter: First-quarter repurchases were 0.8 million shares for $39.0 million, at an average price of $47.69 per share.
- Debt repaid in quarter: The company repaid $23.9 million of debt during the quarter. Source
- Revolver refinanced in July: In July the company refinanced and upsized its revolver into a new five-year $600 million facility, replacing the previous revolver and Term Loan A. Source
Third quarter 2026 estimates
- Estimates assume stable markets: Third-quarter estimates are based on current market conditions and assume no deterioration in the markets served. Source
- Third-quarter revenue and margin ranges: Third-quarter revenue is estimated at $994.0 million to $1,024.0 million, with gross margin of 28.0 to 28.5 percent. Source
- Adjusted EBITDA range given: Estimated adjusted EBITDA is $95.0 million to $105.0 million, compared with $96.7 million reported for the second quarter. Source
- Net income and EPS estimates: Net income is estimated at $14.5 million to $23.0 million, or $0.36 to $0.56 per diluted share. Source
Strategy and integration
- Quinnox bought for cash: The company bought Quinnox for $290.0 million cash in March 2026 and borrowed under its revolver to fund the purchase.
- Strategic initiatives under way: Strategic initiatives include a go-to-market update, outsourcing of some back-office functions, an ERP implementation and Quinnox integration costs. Source
- AI integration named as central challenge: Management said the challenge with AI is less about access to technology and more about integrating it into workflows, data and operating models. Source
Leadership and brand
- New commercial and federal leaders: In the first-quarter release, the company said it had recently welcomed new commercial and federal leadership to execute its Next Wave Growth Strategy.
- Rebrand to Everforth completed: The company launched as Everforth, Inc. with NYSE ticker EFOR effective April 24, 2026, following the ASGN name.
- Investments aimed at AI-led demand: The first-quarter release said leadership investments were meant to support growing client demand for AI-led transformation and outcome-oriented solutions.
In management's words
“In addition, the recent expansion of our revolving credit facility just after quarter end further strengthened our balance sheet and enhanced our financial flexibility.”
Ted Hanson, Chief Executive Officer of Everforth, Inc.
Figures management reported
| Figure | Reported |
|---|---|
| Commercial IT consulting book-to-bill (trailing twelve months) Source | 1.2 to 1 |
| Federal Government new contract awards (trailing twelve months) Source | $0.9 billion |
| Federal Government book-to-bill (trailing twelve months) Source | 0.8 to 1 |
| Commercial IT consulting share of Commercial Segment revenues Source | approximately 50 percent |
Risks management discussed
- Demand: Four of the five commercial industries declined year over year, with only Technology, Media and Telecom growing. Source
- Demand: Federal book-to-bill on a trailing-twelve-month basis was 0.8 to 1, meaning awards were below revenue for the period. Source
- Operational: Commercial gross margin was reduced by a lower mix of permanent placement revenue and foreign exchange changes at the Mexico delivery center. Source
- Regulatory: The first-quarter release attributed federal revenue declines to Defense and Intelligence and Federal Civilian agencies due to DOGE.
Earlier plans management reported on
- Ahead: The company reported these measures above the high end of its second-quarter estimates. Source
- Ahead: Management said bookings conversion drove revenue above guidance for the quarter. Source
Other quarters
Summarised with AI from the documents the company filed with the SEC. Every point is checked against the filing before it is shown: management’s own words word for word, figures against the line or table row they come from. A point that fails the check is left out. Source opens the filing at that line.