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OSI Systems Inc.: Q4 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q4 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 20 August 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 2 new. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Operating cash flow hit record levels: Fiscal 2026 operating cash flow reached record 276 million, more than doubling the 98 million generated in prior year Source
  • Backlog sustained at elevated level: Company maintained record backlog of 1.9 billion as of June 30, 2026, matching March quarter level, reflecting solid bookings across Security and Optoelectronics divisions Source
  • Security execution strong despite delays: Security division delivered strong profitability, outstanding cash generation and healthy bookings in Q4 despite Middle East conflict timing disruptions affecting certain deliveries Source
  • Middle East delays temporary, orders stay: Revenue impacts from Middle East disruptions reflected delivery timing delays rather than cancellations, with affected orders remaining in backlog under updated schedules Source
  • Healthcare margin jump to 10 percent: Healthcare division achieved adjusted operating margin of 10 percent in Q4 versus 1 percent prior-year quarter, demonstrating impact of operational improvements implemented throughout fiscal 2026 Source
  • Q4 cash generation exceptionally strong: Q4 operating cash flow reached record 182 million, with full-year operating cash flow of 276 million more than doubling prior-year 98 million Source

“Fiscal 2026 was a strong year for the Company capped by record fourth quarter non-GAAP earnings per share and record operating cash flow”

Ajay Mehra, President and Chief Executive Officer

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Revenues Sourcefiscal 2027$1.875 billion - $1.930 billionNew
Non-GAAP Diluted Earnings Per Share Sourcefiscal 2027$11.13 - $11.49New

What changed from last quarter

  • New guidance: Company introduced fiscal 2027 guidance for the first time, with revenue forecast of 1.875-1.930 billion and non-GAAP EPS of 11.13-11.49 Source
  • New: Middle East conflicts identified as source of revenue timing delays in Security division, though underlying demand remains encouraging and orders remain in backlog Source

Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results

  • Operating cash flow hit record levels: Fiscal 2026 operating cash flow reached record 276 million, more than doubling the 98 million generated in prior year Source

Backlog and Order Momentum

  • Backlog sustained at elevated level: Company maintained record backlog of 1.9 billion as of June 30, 2026, matching March quarter level, reflecting solid bookings across Security and Optoelectronics divisions Source
  • Book-to-bill ratio shows strong demand: Q3 book-to-bill ratio of 1.3x demonstrated strong customer order intake and pricing power across the portfolio

“Our teams performed well across our three divisions delivering solid bookings which led to substantial backlog”

Ajay Mehra, President and Chief Executive Officer

Security Division Performance

  • Security execution strong despite delays: Security division delivered strong profitability, outstanding cash generation and healthy bookings in Q4 despite Middle East conflict timing disruptions affecting certain deliveries Source
  • Middle East delays temporary, orders stay: Revenue impacts from Middle East disruptions reflected delivery timing delays rather than cancellations, with affected orders remaining in backlog under updated schedules Source
  • Underlying Security demand remains encouraging: Despite temporary revenue headwinds from Middle East conflicts, underlying product demand and order pipeline remain solid supporting future revenue growth Source

Optoelectronics and Healthcare Segments

  • Healthcare margin jump to 10 percent: Healthcare division achieved adjusted operating margin of 10 percent in Q4 versus 1 percent prior-year quarter, demonstrating impact of operational improvements implemented throughout fiscal 2026 Source
  • Healthcare pushing installed base growth: Healthcare division focused on expanding customer installed base and advancing product development initiatives to enhance patient care and clinical solutions Source

“While revenues were impacted by disruptions from the Middle East conflicts underlying demand for our products and services remain encouraging”

Ajay Mehra, President and Chief Executive Officer

Cash Flow and Capital Position

  • Q4 cash generation exceptionally strong: Q4 operating cash flow reached record 182 million, with full-year operating cash flow of 276 million more than doubling prior-year 98 million Source
  • Cash balance more than tripled: Company ended fiscal 2026 with 360 million cash and equivalents versus 106 million year-earlier, strengthening balance sheet for growth investments Source

Capital Returns and Share Repurchases

  • Q4 repurchase activity continued: Company repurchased 565,000 shares during Q4 for aggregate cash consideration of 123.6 million, demonstrating ongoing shareholder return commitment despite debt refinancing Source

Coming up, per management

  • Healthcare expanding installed base: Healthcare division pursuing installed base expansion and advancing product development initiatives designed to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes Source
  • Security capturing global opportunities: Security division looking to capture significant global opportunities following recent notable contract awards and strengthened pipeline

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Backlog Source$1.9 billion
Operating Cash Flow (FY2026) Source$275.9 million

Risks management discussed

  • Operational: Supply chain and transportation disruptions, plant closures and delivery delays could impair ability to execute business plans and meet customer commitments Source
  • Financial: Unfavorable currency and interest rate fluctuations could reduce operating margins and shareholder returns, particularly given international revenue exposure Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • On track: Company maintains continued focus on cash generation to support growth initiatives, as evidenced by record 276 million operating cash flow Source
  • On track: Revenue delays from Middle East disruptions do not represent order cancellations and remain in backlog with updated delivery schedules for future recognition Source
  • Met: Healthcare division achieved operational improvements throughout fiscal 2026, evidenced by adjusted operating margin reaching 10 percent in Q4 versus 1 percent prior year Source

Summarised with AI from the documents the company filed with the SEC. Every point carries a quote that is checked word for word against the filing; a point whose quote is not found is left out. Source opens the filing at that line.