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Hyster-Yale, Inc.: Q2 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q2 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 5 August 2026: press release. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Revenue rose 2% sequentially: Revenue was $813M, up $18M or 2% from $795M in Q1 2026, with volumes and pricing both cited as improvements. Source
  • Adjusted operating loss narrowed $10M: Adjusted operating loss was $17M against $26M in Q1 2026. GAAP operating loss was $18M and net loss was $32M. Source
  • Operating cash flow improved $50M: Cash provided by operations was $17M, a $50M improvement on Q1 2026. Cash on hand was $73M at quarter end. Source
  • Tariff refund offset by costs: A $35M tariff refund was offset by unfavorable capitalized material costs and $10M higher gross tariff costs. Source
  • Bookings up 17% to $680M: Unit bookings were $680M, up 17% on Q1 2026 and twice Q2 2025. This was the fourth consecutive quarter of booking growth. Source
  • Backlog about five months of production: Unit value backlog was $1.6B, a sequential increase. Management said the backlog is currently about five months of production. Source

“Revenue: $813M, 2% Higher QoQ • Improved bookings began to translate into higher shipments”

Hyster-Yale, Inc., press release

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Bookings SourceFull year 2026Expected to exceed 2025
Restructuring benefit SourceAnnualized; about half in remainder of 2026$40 - $45M
Capital expenditures Source2026 total estimated$50- $60M
Long-term financial objectives SourceLong termRevenue >$5B; adjusted operating profit $350M / 7%; cash from operations >$300M; ROTCE >20%

Results and sequential change

  • Revenue rose 2% sequentially: Revenue was $813M, up $18M or 2% from $795M in Q1 2026, with volumes and pricing both cited as improvements. Source
  • Adjusted operating loss narrowed $10M: Adjusted operating loss was $17M against $26M in Q1 2026. GAAP operating loss was $18M and net loss was $32M. Source
  • Operating cash flow improved $50M: Cash provided by operations was $17M, a $50M improvement on Q1 2026. Cash on hand was $73M at quarter end. Source

Segments and regions

  • Americas revenue down 15.7% year on year: Americas revenue was $596.2M, against $578.4M in Q1 2026 and $707.5M in Q2 2025.
  • EMEA revenue down 20.3% year on year: EMEA revenue was $118.2M, against $126.0M in Q1 2026 and $148.3M in Q2 2025.
  • JAPIC revenue down 15.1% year on year: JAPIC revenue was $41.1M, against $35.3M in Q1 2026 and $48.4M in Q2 2025.
  • Bolzoni revenue down 9.6% year on year: Bolzoni revenue was $81.9M, against $82.9M in Q1 2026 and $90.6M in Q2 2025.

“1H 2026 expected to be bottom of current lift truck market cycle”

Hyster-Yale, Inc., press release

Products and customers

  • New products give 38% of revenue: About 38% of total revenue comes from new products released in the past five years. Source
  • Flexible lift truck shipments accelerating: Management said shipments of the flexible lift truck portfolio are accelerating, offering customers the right truck at the right price. Source
  • Customers buying only what they need: Management said customers are eliminating unnecessary options and working with tighter capital budgets and unchanged demands. Source
  • Multi-tier range widens market coverage: The multi-tier offering uses value, standard and premium tiers, and new low-intensity trucks are intended to expand reach and build scale. Source
  • Big Trucks were 11% of sales: Big Truck sales were 11% of total sales in the 2025 mix. Source

Costs, margins and pricing

  • Gross profit rose on volume and pricing: Gross profit was $127.6M against $124.8M in Q1 2026, with gross margin at 15.7% in both quarters. Higher volumes and favorable pricing were cited. Source
  • Tariff refund offset by costs: A $35M tariff refund was offset by unfavorable capitalized material costs and $10M higher gross tariff costs. Source
  • Lower employee costs on incentive pay: Employee-related expenses fell in the quarter, including lower incentive compensation. Operating expenses were $146.0M against $152.8M in Q1 2026. Source
  • Tariff costs remain elevated: Management said tariff-related costs remain elevated, and that pricing, sourcing and product-cost actions are expected to add benefit in the second half. Source
  • Restructuring savings of $40-45M annualized: The 2025 restructuring program is expected to yield an annualized benefit of $40-$45M, with about half in the remainder of 2026. Source

Demand and order book

  • Bookings up 17% to $680M: Unit bookings were $680M, up 17% on Q1 2026 and twice Q2 2025. This was the fourth consecutive quarter of booking growth. Source
  • Bookings expected to exceed 2025: Management expects 2026 bookings to exceed 2025, citing improved market demand and increased share from the broader portfolio. Source
  • Backlog about five months of production: Unit value backlog was $1.6B, a sequential increase. Management said the backlog is currently about five months of production. Source
  • Industry unit intake grew 8% a year: Management cited an 8% compound annual growth rate for global lift truck industry unit intake from 2016 to 2025, above trend in 2021 and 2022. Source

Capital, cash and returns

  • Liquidity $689M and unused capacity $223M: Liquidity was $689M, with unused borrowing capacity of $223M against the debt facilities listed. Source
  • Working capital improved $125M year on year: Working capital improved $125M year on year, with inventory down $149M and days inventory outstanding reduced by eight days. Source
  • Debt $500M, cash $73M: Debt was $500M at quarter end, down $5M from Q1 2026. Cash on hand was $73M. Source
  • Dividends paid $13M year to date: Dividends paid were $13M in the year to date for 2026, against $12M in the same period of 2025. Source

Strategy and investment

  • Reduce costs through flexible platforms: Management set out cost reduction through flexible product lines, manufacturing processes and an optimized manufacturing footprint. Source
  • Growth accelerators in technology and energy: Energy solutions include HY lithium-ion battery solutions, and growth accelerators also cover technology, attachment and service solutions. Source

Coming up, as management said on 5 August 2026

  • Shipments and revenue expected to rise: Management expects improved demand and higher bookings to support increased shipments and revenue. Source
  • Capital spending timing tied to projects: Management said spending depends on production requirements and the timing of approved projects. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Unit bookings Source$680M
Unit value backlog Source$1.6B
Installed lift truck base Source~1,006K units at 12/31/25
Dealer locations Source875 locations, 252 owners at June 30, 2026

Risks management discussed

  • Financial: Leverage was elevated, which management attributed to lower earnings and tariff impacts. Source
  • External: Management said tariff costs are not expected to be fully offset by mitigation and pricing actions. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Delayed: Management said customer delivery schedules and sourcing transitions have delayed the timing of the recovery. Source
  • Not stated: Management said it continues to adhere to its long-term capital allocation priorities, listed as reducing debt, reinvesting for growth and shareholder return. Source

Other quarters

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