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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    DMC Global Q2 FY26 earnings call BOOM

    Jul 29, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    DMC Global Q2 FY26 — Arcadia's Operational Turnaround Drives Stronger Consolidated Results

    DMC Global delivered Q2 FY26 results at the high end of its guidance, primarily driven by a significant operational turnaround at Arcadia, which saw strong sequential sales and EBITDA margin improvement despite a challenging commercial construction market. While DynaEnergetics and NobelClad faced headwinds from commodity markets and input costs, the company is focused on disciplined execution and cost controls. Management also provided detailed clarity on the upcoming Arcadia non-controlling interest put/call option, emphasizing shareholder protections and redemption considerations.

    Highlights

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    • Consolidated sales of $157 million were at the high end of the forecasted range.

    • Adjusted EBITDA attributable to DMC of $10.7 million exceeded the high end of the range.

    • Arcadia's sales increased 9% year-over-year and 19% sequentially, marking its strongest quarterly sales performance since Q2 2024.

    • Arcadia achieved its best EBITDA performance in over a year, with adjusted EBITDA margin of 13.6%.

    • DynaEnergetics sales increased 13% sequentially, benefiting from a $1.5 million tariff refund.

    Concerns

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    • Continued headwinds in end markets, with the commercial construction market described as "still horrible" and the Architectural Billings Index showing 41 consecutive months without growth.

    • DynaEnergetics adjusted EBITDA margin declined to 8.4% from 13.4% year-over-year due to unfavorable mix, increased input costs, and price pressure.

    • NobelClad sales were down 17% year-over-year due to lower activity in the global oil and gas market.

    • Net debt increased to $30.5 million, up from $18.7 million at 2025 year-end, primarily due to higher credit facility borrowings.

    • Net cash used in operations was $8 million, reflecting investments in working capital.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Sales
    $158 million to $168 million
    high materiality
    Medium
    Adjusted EBITDA attributable to DMC
    $10 million to $13 million
    high materiality
    Medium

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    Arcadia
    Strongest quarterly sales performance since Q2 2024 and best EBITDA performance in over a year, despite a "horrible" commercial construction market. Improvement reflects better product availability, service, and rightsizing residential offerings.
    Adjusted EBITDA margin before NCI allocation: 13.6%
    		—9%19%13.6%
    DynaEnergetics
    Sales were flat year-over-year but increased sequentially. Adjusted EBITDA margin was down from 13.4% last year due to unfavorable pricing, mix, and higher input costs, but benefited from a $1.5 million tariff refund.
    Adjusted EBITDA margin: 8.4%
    		—flat13%8.4%
    NobelClad
    Sales were down year-over-year due to lower global oil and gas activity but increased sequentially due to increased deliveries on a large petrochemical order. Maintains a healthy backlog expected to drive strong H2 results.
    Adjusted EBITDA margin: 13.7%
    		—down 17%up 15%13.7%

    Operational metrics

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    Adjusted EBITDA attributable to DMC
    $10.7 millionexceeded the high end of our range
    Q2 FY26

    Consolidated adjusted EBITDA attributable to DMC.

    SG&A expense
    $24.5 millionversus 16.8% of sales in the year ago second quarter and 18.1% of sales in the first quarter
    Q2 FY26

    Sequential decline principally relates to higher sales and improved operating leverage on fixed costs.

    Adjusted net income attributable to DMC
    $727,000
    Q2 FY26

    Consolidated adjusted net income attributable to DMC.

    Adjusted diluted EPS
    $0.04
    Q2 FY26

    Consolidated adjusted diluted earnings per share attributable to DMC.

    Cash and cash equivalents
    $28.6 million
    Q2 FY26

    Balance at the end of the second quarter.

    Net cash used in operations
    $8 million
    Q2 FY26

    Reflecting investments in working capital as activity improves.

    Tariff refunds
    $1.5 million
    Q2 FY26

    Benefited DynaEnergetics' adjusted EBITDA margin in the second quarter. Q3 guidance does not factor in any tariff refunds.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Rpo backloghealthy
    FCF CAPEX leverage$30.5 millionUSD
    Segment adjusted EBITDA margin13.6% (Arcadia); 8.4% (DynaEnergetics); 13.7% (NobelClad)%

    Deals & partnerships

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    joint venture partnerPut/call option for remaining 40% non-controlling interest in Arcadiaapproximately $162 million

    The put option held by the JV partner becomes exercisable on September 6. Preferred shares are convertible on a one-for-one basis and mandatorily redeemable. NASDAQ rules limit conversion to 19.9% of outstanding common shares without shareholder approval. Redemption of preferred shares is subject to Delaware law, requiring the Board to determine sufficient legally available funds and ensure no impairment to DMC's solvency.

    Risks & headwinds

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    Continued headwinds in end marketsongoing

    Commercial construction market "still horrible"; Architectural Billings Index (ABI) 41 consecutive months without billings growth.

    Mitigation: Successful initiatives at Arcadia to improve product availability and service, refocusing on attainable targets.

    Unfavorable mix, increased input costs, and price pressureQ2 FY26

    DynaEnergetics adjusted EBITDA margin was 8.4%, down from 13.4% year-over-year.

    Mitigation: Focus on disciplined execution and tight cost controls.

    Lower activity in the global oil and gas marketQ2 FY26

    NobelClad second quarter sales were down 17% year-over-year.

    Mitigation: Healthy backlog with expected increased shipments to drive strong results during the second half of the year.

    Increased disruptions in international supply chains due to renewed hostilities in the Middle EastQ3 FY26 guidance

    Could impact both DynaEnergetics and NobelClad.

    Mitigation: Not contemplated in guidance, but company is mindful of potential impact.

    Continued volatility in aluminum input costs at ArcadiaQ3 FY26 guidance

    Exacerbated by geopolitical events.

    Mitigation: Not contemplated in guidance, but company is mindful of potential impact.

    Generally weaker end market conditionsQ3 FY26 guidance

    Macroeconomic conditions, including evolving tariff policies, particularly in core energy and construction markets.

    Mitigation: Not contemplated in guidance, but company is mindful of potential impact.

    Competitive landscape and pricing dynamics for perf gunsongoing

    Still very challenging; no price increases, very competitive.

    Mitigation: Focus on disciplined execution and tight cost controls.

    Margin squeeze due to tariffs and input costsongoing

    Painful and visible in results.

    Mitigation: Focus on disciplined execution and tight cost controls.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    Arcadia short-cycle business recovery

    next quarter
    CurrentConsistently up day after day
    TargetContinued growth and further market share recapture

    Why it matters

    Indicates successful operational improvements despite macro headwinds🌐, crucial for Arcadia's stability and overall company performance.

    The basic, Jim calls it the bread and butter business, the stuff that Arcadia was really I don't know, founded on is wrong. But the thing that made it successful in good times, bad times through recessions was just how important it was in the supply chain for its customers. And we think we're getting that business back.

    Q&A highlights

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    Did Arcadia recapture all lost business from Q1 supply chain constraints, or is there still opportunity for market share gain?

    Arcadia has likely recaptured a significant portion of its lost short-cycle business by stabilizing the supply chain and rebuilding customer trust. Some market share lost to aggressive pricing from competitors is not currently being pursued, but could be regained in better market conditions.

    “I think we've probably gotten back a lot of the share that's within our control, and the rest, we probably don't want to participate in, but at least right now.”

    asked by Gerard Sweeney · answered by James O'Leary

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Arcadia's Operational Turnaround

    Arcadia demonstrated significant improvement in Q2 FY26, with sales up 9% YoY and 19% sequentially, achieving its strongest quarterly sales since Q2 2024 and best EBITDA performance in over a year. This recovery was driven by successful initiatives to improve product availability and service, particularly for core short-cycle products, and a refocus on attainable targets for residential offerings. The return of Jim Slaten and stabilization of the supply chain were critical, allowing Arcadia to recapture market share in its 'bread and butter' storefront business despite a "horrible" commercial construction market.

    02

    DynaEnergetics Market Dynamics and EGS Opportunity

    DynaEnergetics' sales were flat YoY but increased 13% sequentially, benefiting from a $1.5 million tariff refund. However, profitability was impacted by unfavorable mix, increased input costs, and persistent price pressure, leading to an adjusted EBITDA margin of 8.4%, down from 13.4% YoY. The company anticipates a pickup in well completion activity in North America in H2 FY26, with potential momentum into 2027, though international supply chain disruption🌐s remain a concern. DynaEnergetics also completed its first shipment of a new perforating system for enhanced geothermal systems (EGS), an emerging market with significant potential, though still in early stages.

    03

    NobelClad's Backlog and H2 Outlook

    NobelClad experienced a 17% YoY sales decline in Q2 FY26 due to lower activity in the global oil and gas market, but sales were up 15% sequentially driven by increased deliveries on a large petrochemical order. The business maintains a healthy backlog, and management expects increased shipments from this backlog, including previously delayed customer orders, to drive strong financial results during the second half of the year. This anticipated performance is crucial for offsetting current market headwinds🌐.

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    Clarity on Arcadia Non-Controlling Interest (NCI) Put/Call Option

    Management provided extensive detail on the put/call option for the remaining 40% non-controlling interest in Arcadia, exercisable by the JV partner on September 6. DMC can acquire the interest via a call option, or settle the put option with cash or a combination of 20% cash and 80% preferred shares. Critical considerations include NASDAQ rules limiting preferred share conversion to 19.9% without shareholder approval, ensuring shareholder control over dilution. Additionally, preferred share redemption is subject to Delaware law, requiring the Board to determine sufficient legally available funds and ensure no impairment to DMC's solvency.

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    Company-Wide Operational Discipline

    Across all segments, DMC Global is emphasizing disciplined execution and tight cost controls to navigate challenging market conditions. This focus aims to allow each business to capitalize on eventual market improvements. The company acknowledged that while internal initiatives are yielding results, particularly at Arcadia, external factors such as interest rates, aluminum input costs, and geopolitical events continue to present significant headwinds.

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