DAKT Daktronics (DAKT) Q1 FY27 earnings call
Daktronics delivered a strong Q1 FY27, marked by solid sales growth and significant profit expansion, driven by robust demand and operational efficiencies. The company is executing on its strategic plan, including manufacturing optimization and capital deployment, while navigating increased operating expenses and an ongoing NBA/SEC inquiry. New product launches like Camino 8 and LiveWorks are expanding software and services offerings.
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DAKT operating KPIs by quarter
| KPI | May 2026 Q4 FY26 | This call Jul 2026 Q1 FY27 | Change vs prior quarter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backlog | $356MWe enter fiscal 27 with a backlog of $356 million, up 4% over prior year.Source: earnings call transcript | $311MOur backlog coming into the second quarter was $311 million.Source: earnings call transcript | -12.6% |
| Employees | <2,700Our nearly 2,700 employees make this happen and we stand extremely grateful for that.Source: earnings call transcript | ~2,700We had a strong start to fiscal 2027, and I want to thank our approximately 2,700 employees across the globe for their execution and dedication.Source: earnings call transcript | — |
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