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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    GENERAC HOLDINGS Q2 FY26 earnings call GNRC

    Jul 29, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Generac Holdings Inc. Q2 FY26 — Data Center Momentum and Capacity Expansion

    Generac reported strong Q2 FY26 results, driven by significant momentum in its C&I segment, particularly from hyperscale data center demand, which led to substantial backlog growth and increased capacity investments. Despite a modest reduction in the Residential segment outlook due to soft power outage activity and affordability concerns, the company is aggressively expanding its large megawatt generator production, aiming to triple capacity within 12 months. This strategic focus positions Generac to capitalize on generational growth opportunities in AI infrastructure and power quality challenges.

    Highlights

    5

    • Overall net sales grew 11% to $1.17 billion from the prior year.

    • Commercial and Industrial (C&I) segment sales increased 29% year-over-year, driven by the data center market.

    • Secured two multiyear hyperscale supply agreements, with the first totaling nearly $700 million for 2027 delivery.

    • Data center backlog reached $1.6 billion, with new orders of approximately $1 billion in the last 90 days.

    • Consolidated adjusted EBITDA margins expanded to 24.8%, including a 6% impact from tariff refunds.

    Concerns

    3

    • Residential segment sales were down 2% year-over-year, primarily due to lower energy storage system shipments and portable generator sales.

    • Full-year telecom shipments are now expected to be flat from prior year due to reduced orders from a specific customer.

    • Residential segment sales guidance was modestly reduced to high single-digit growth for FY26 due to a soft power outage environment and affordability concerns.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Full-year 2026 C&I segment net sales growth
    low 30s percent range
    high materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 data center revenue
    nearly $450 million
    high materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 Residential segment net sales growth
    high single-digit rate
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Full-year 2026 consolidated net sales growth
    mid- to high teens percent range
    high materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 gross margins (including tariff refunds)
    40% range
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA margins (including tariff refunds)
    20% to 21%
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Full-year 2026 GAAP effective tax rate
    24.5% to 25%
    low materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 interest expense
    $65 million to $69 million
    low materiality
    Medium
    Full-year 2026 capital expenditures
    approximately 4.5% of our forecasted net sales
    medium materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 GAAP intangible amortization expense
    $118 million to $122 million
    low materiality
    Medium
    Full-year 2026 stock compensation expense
    $54 million to $58 million
    low materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 free cash flow generation
    approximately $350 million
    high materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 weighted average diluted share count
    59.5 million and 60 million shares
    low materiality
    High
    Q3 FY26 net sales growth
    high teens range
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Q4 FY26 net sales growth
    further acceleration
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Q3 FY26 EBITDA margins
    similar to Q2 levels (excluding tariff recovery)
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Q4 FY26 EBITDA margins
    improve from Q3
    medium materiality
    Medium

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    Commercial & Industrial
    Total sales increased from $431 million in the prior year quarter. Primarily driven by ramping revenue from products sold to the global data center market. Increased shipments to rental and telecom channel customers were more than offset by a decrease in shipments to the domestic industrial distributor channel as lead times were improving in the prior year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA margin of 14.6% compared to 12.4% in prior year.
    Net favorable impact from acquisitions, divestitures and foreign currency: 6%Shipments to domestic industrial distributor channel: declinedOrders from industrial distributors: record highSales to domestic telecom customers: grew at strong rateMobile product shipments: grew at strong rate (organic)Contributions from Allmand acquisition: exceeded prior expectationsShipments of commercial and industrial battery energy storage systems: grew
    		$556 million29%—14.6%
    Residential
    Total sales decreased from $635 million in the prior year quarter. Primarily driven by lower energy storage system shipments (due to prior year DOE program in Puerto Rico) and decline in portable generator shipments (due to lower power outage environment). Partially offset by home standby generator sales growth due to increased price realization and slightly higher volumes. Adjusted EBITDA margin of 34.7% compared to 23.1% in prior year.
    Energy storage system shipments: lowerPortable generator shipments: lowerHome standby generator sales: solid growthIn-home consultations: up YoYIHC intensity (IHCs per outage hour): strongResidential dealer network: 9,700 dealersNew partners: 400ecobee connected homes: 5.25 millionecobee connected homes growth: mid-teens rate
    		$621 million-2%—34.7%

    Operational metrics

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    Consolidated Net Sales Growth
    11%vs. $1.06 billion in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Overall net sales increased to $1.17 billion from $1.06 billion in the prior year second quarter. The net effect of acquisitions, divestitures and foreign currency had an approximate 2% favorable impact on revenue growth during the quarter.

    Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Margin
    24.8%vs. 17.7% in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Overall adjusted EBITDA was $291 million or 24.8% of net sales in the second quarter as compared to $188 million or 17.7% of net sales in the prior year. The significant increase in adjusted EBITDA margins versus prior year was primarily driven by a 6% impact from tariff refunds.

    Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Margin (ex-tariff refunds)
    18.8%vs. 17.7% in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    When excluding the impact from tariff refunds, adjusted EBITDA margins increased by approximately 1% from the prior year due to strong operating leverage on higher sales volumes, partially offset by unfavorable sales mix given higher C&I sales.

    C&I Adjusted EBITDA
    $81 millionvs. $53 million in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted EBITDA for the Commercial & Industrial segment was $81 million as compared to $53 million in the prior year.

    C&I Adjusted EBITDA Margin
    14.6%vs. 12.4% in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted EBITDA for the Commercial & Industrial segment was 14.6% of C&I total sales as compared to 12.4% of total sales in the prior year. This margin increase was primarily driven by the impact from tariff refunds of approximately 2% as well as the net favorable impact of acquisitions and divestitures and improved operating leverage, offset by an unfavorable sales mix shift and strategic operating expense investments to support future growth.

    Residential Adjusted EBITDA
    $215 millionvs. $146 million in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted EBITDA for the Residential segment was $215 million as compared to $146 million in the prior year.

    Residential Adjusted EBITDA Margin
    34.7%vs. 23.1% in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted EBITDA for the Residential segment was 34.7% of total Residential sales as compared to 23.1%. This significant margin increase was primarily driven by tariff refunds, which impacted margins by approximately 9%, as well as favorable sales mix and operational efficiencies resulting in lower operating expenses.

    GAAP Net Income
    $143 millionvs. $74 million in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    GAAP net income for the company in the quarter was $143 million as compared to $74 million for the second quarter of 2025.

    Effective Tax Rate (GAAP)
    24.6%vs. 17.2% in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    GAAP income taxes during the current year second quarter were $46.7 million or an effective tax rate of 24.6% as compared to $15.4 million or an effective tax rate of 17.2% for the prior year. The increase in effective tax rate was primarily related to a nonrecurring favorable discrete item in the prior year period related to a business disposition that did not repeat in the current year period.

    Diluted Net Income Per Share (GAAP)
    $2.40vs. $1.25 in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Diluted net income per share for the company on a GAAP basis was $2.40 in the second quarter of 2026 compared to $1.25 in the prior year. The current year quarter includes an approximate $0.90 impact from tariff refunds on an after-tax basis.

    Adjusted Net Income
    $174 millionvs. $97 million in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted net income for the company, as defined in our earnings release, was $174 million in the current year quarter or $2.91 per share. This compares to adjusted net income of $97 million in the prior year or $1.65 per share.

    Adjusted Net Income Per Share
    $2.91vs. $1.65 in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted net income for the company, as defined in our earnings release, was $174 million in the current year quarter or $2.91 per share. This compares to adjusted net income of $97 million in the prior year or $1.65 per share.

    Total Debt Outstanding
    $1.33 billion
    Q2 FY26 end

    Total debt outstanding at the end of the quarter was approximately $1.33 billion.

    Gross Debt Leverage Ratio
    1.5x
    Q2 FY26 end

    Resulting in a gross debt leverage ratio at the end of the second quarter of 1.5x on an as-reported basis, which is within our target gross debt leverage range of 1 to 2x adjusted EBITDA.

    Tariff Refunds (pretax)
    $71 million
    Q2 FY26

    Second quarter results included an approximate $71 million pretax impact related to tariff refunds, which is reflected in gross margin, net income, adjusted net income and adjusted EBITDA.

    Gross Profit Margin
    44.5%vs. 39.3% in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Overall gross profit margin on a consolidated basis was 44.5% compared to 39.3% in the prior year second quarter. The increase was primarily driven by tariff refunds, which contributed approximately 6% to gross margin growth during the quarter.

    Operating Expenses Growth
    2%$6.4 million increase
    Q2 FY26

    Overall operating expenses increased $6.4 million or 2% compared to the second quarter of 2025.

    Power Outage Activity
    30% belowvs. long-term baseline average
    Q2 FY26

    Power outages were more than 30% below the long-term baseline average in the quarter.

    Home Standby Market Penetration
    6.5%
    Q2 FY26

    The category is still only in 6.5% of U.S. households, single-family homes.

    Large Megawatt Generator Lead Times
    40-45 weeksvs. 70-80 weeks or 2 years for competitors
    Q2 FY26

    Our lead times remain in that 40- to 45-week range for the products today in spite of the backlog that's grown here. Competitors' lead times stretch to 70-80 weeks or 2 years.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Orders bookings growth$1 billionUSD
    M a acquisition contributionExceeded prior expectations
    Backlog by segment end market$1.6 billionUSD
    Data center exposure pipelineNearly $450 millionUSD

    Orderbook & backlog

    3
    Data Center Backlog$1.6 billionQ2 FY26 end

    New orders of approximately $1 billion over the last 90 days.

    $450 million expected to be recognized in 2026 (with $250 million shipping in H2 2026); remaining $1.35 billion scheduled for 2027 deliveries. Does not include expected orders from the second hyperscale supply agreement.

    Hyperscale Customer 1 CommitmentsNearly $700 millionQ2 FY26

    For product to be delivered in 2027. Included in the $1.6 billion data center backlog.

    Industrial Distributor OrdersRecord highQ2 FY26

    Signaling solid demand across traditional C&I markets, despite lower shipments to the channel.

    Product announcements

    2
    ProductTypeDetails
    PWRmicrolaunch
    Next-generation home standby product lineupdate

    Deals & partnerships

    4
    Hyperscale customerMultiyear supply agreement for C&I backup power generators.Nearly $700 millionMultiyear

    First of two multiyear supply agreements with hyperscale customers, announced in early June.

    Hyperscale customerMultiyear supply agreement for C&I backup power generators.At least as big as the first hyperscaler agreement ($700M) or bigger.Multiyear

    Second of two multiyear supply agreements, officially signed in late June. In final stages of negotiations for terms, conditions, volumes, and timelines for 2027 and 2028 deliveries, contemplating global deliveries.

    EnerconAcquisition of a leading provider of generator enclosures and specialty packages.

    Completed on April 1, 2026.

    nullDivestiture of gas engine controls business.

    Divestiture closed on June 1, 2026.

    Capital programs

    3
    Large Megawatt Production Capacity ExpansionUnderway
    Period spend: Partially reflected in elevated CapEx guide (4.5% of sales, up $50M over previous guide).
    Start: Ongoing

    Benefit: Triple production capacity from original year-end 2026 target of $1.25 billion.

    Includes ramping production at existing domestic and international facilities, building out Sussex facility, adding a second line at Sussex, acquiring Enercon, and purchasing Belvidere, Illinois facility. Driven by confidence in tremendous potential upside for large megawatt generators.

    Sussex Facility Build-outUnderway

    Benefit: Production ramp for large megawatt generators.

    Speeding up efforts to outfit the recently acquired large megawatt production facility in Sussex, Wisconsin. First product will be running down the line in August.

    Belvidere, Illinois FacilityAcquired, expected to be operational
    Period spend: Included in CapEx guide.

    Benefit: Significantly expanding packaging and metal fabrication capacity for large megawatt generators.

    Recently closed on the purchase of a second facility in Belvidere, Illinois, to support vertical integration and control lead times.

    Risks & headwinds

    5
    Soft Power Outage EnvironmentQ2 FY26, impacting H2 FY26 Residential outlook

    Power outage activity 30% below long-term baseline in Q2 FY26

    Mitigation: Focus on awareness, financing, advertising, product innovation (next-gen home standby, 28kW unit), and lead generation for home standby.

    Affordability ConcernsH2 FY26

    Modestly lowering previously expected Residential segment net sales growth outlook for the second half of the year

    Mitigation: Promoting improved financing offerings, focusing on value proposition for consumers.

    Challenging Policy Environment (Residential Solar/Storage)Q2 FY26, ongoing

    Sales of residential energy storage systems were lower in the quarter

    Mitigation: Continued execution of Generac Home strategy, including ramping PWRmicro production and distribution.

    Telecom Customer Order ReductionFull year 2026

    Full year telecom shipments now expected to be flat from prior year

    Mitigation: Long-term demand expected to be driven by increasing dependence on wireless communications and digital infrastructure.

    Higher Tariff LevelsH2 FY26

    Expected to fully offset any further tariff recovery, leading to H2 gross margins (ex-tariff refunds) being level-loaded

    Mitigation: Adjusting pricing if needed, working with suppliers to maintain competitive cost structure.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

    5

    Finalization of second hyperscale supply agreement terms

    Next several weeks (Q3 FY26)
    CurrentOfficially signed in late June, final stages of negotiations for terms, conditions, volumes, and timelines for 2027 and 2028 deliveries.
    TargetFinalized product-specific terms, volumes, and timelines announced.

    Why it matters

    This agreement is expected to be as big or bigger than the first $700M hyperscale deal and will provide significant visibility into future volume growth and capacity needs.

    we are now in the final stages of negotiations with this customer on terms, conditions, volumes and time lines for 2027 and 2028 deliveries.

    Q&A highlights

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    Clarification on the 'tripling capacity' statement, whether it includes engine manufacturing, and what commitments are needed to reach these targets.

    Aaron Jagdfeld clarified that the tripling of capacity is for generator assembly and packaging only, not engines. He detailed accelerated production at Sussex (Q3 start, ahead of schedule), plans for a second line there, and expansion in other global facilities (Oshkosh, Asia, Europe, India, Brazil, Mexico). The second hyperscale agreement is a key driver for this acceleration.

    “this pathway to tripling, as I mentioned, over the next 12 months, to be clear, it's only with relation to our generator assembly and our packaging capacity. It does not include anything with engines or any other upstream components at this point.”

    asked by Mike Halloran · answered by Aaron P. Jagdfeld

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Data Center Market Expansion and Capacity Investments

    Generac is aggressively investing in production and packaging capacity for large megawatt generators, aiming to triple capacity from its original year-end 2026 target of $1.25 billion within the next 12 months. This includes accelerating production at the Sussex, Wisconsin facility to Q3 2026, ahead of schedule, and acquiring a second facility in Belvidere, Illinois, expected to be operational in Q1 2027. These investments are driven by robust demand and significant backlog growth in the data center market.

    02

    Hyperscale Supply Agreements and Future Visibility

    The company secured two multiyear supply agreements with hyperscale customers. The first agreement includes commitments totaling nearly $700 million for product delivery in 2027. The second agreement, officially signed in late June, is expected to be at least as large as the first and includes discussions for 2027 and 2028 global deliveries, providing significant potential upside and further visibility to future volume growth.

    03

    Residential Segment Resilience Amidst Headwinds

    Despite a soft power outage environment (30% below long-term baseline in Q2) and affordability concerns, home standby generator sales returned to solid growth. In-home consultations were up year-over-year, driven by the Midwest region, and the residential dealer network expanded to approximately 9,700 dealers, adding 400 new partners from the prior year. This demonstrates the underlying resilience and importance of the home standby category.

    04

    Product Innovation and Market Adoption

    Market adoption of Generac's next-generation home standby product line, introduced in late 2025, has been very strong, particularly for the 28-kilowatt air-cooled generator due to its significantly lower cost compared to similarly sized liquid-cooled units. The company is also ramping production and distribution for PWRmicro, its first Generac-branded microinverter product for the residential solar market, expecting growth in the second half of the year.

    05

    Strategic Acquisitions and Vertical Integration

    Generac completed the acquisition of Enercon, a leading provider of generator enclosures and specialty packages, and purchased a second facility in Belvidere, Illinois. These strategic moves are aimed at increasing value-added content, maintaining shorter overall lead times versus the industry, and improving the overall profitability of large megawatt packages by controlling packaging elements.

    AI-generated summary of the company’s earnings call. Not investment advice.