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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    SOMNIGROUP INTERNATIONAL Q2 FY26 earnings call SGI

    Aug 6, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Somnigroup Q2 FY26 — Record Adjusted EPS Amidst Challenging Market

    Somnigroup delivered a record adjusted EPS in Q2 FY26, demonstrating resilience and disciplined execution despite a challenging global bedding market and macroeconomic uncertainty. The company is progressing with strategic initiatives, including new product launches and the Leggett & Platt combination, while managing cost pressures and refining its retail footprint.

    Highlights

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    • Adjusted EPS of $0.58, a 9% increase from the prior year.

    • Adjusted EBITDA of $297 million.

    • Record operating cash flow of $236 million and free cash flow of $182 million.

    • North American adjusted gross margin increased a robust 680 basis points to 61.8%.

    • Leverage ratio under senior credit facility returned to target range at 2.99x.

    Concerns

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    • Global bedding industry expected to be down mid-single digits year-over-year.

    • Mattress Firm adjusted gross margin decreased 240 basis points to 33.3%.

    • Mattress Firm adjusted operating margin declined 130 basis points to 6.5%.

    • International operating margin declined 120 basis points to 12.4%.

    • Approximately $10 million one-time headwind to Tempur Sealy profits in Q2 due to commodity cost inflation.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Adjusted earnings per share
    $2.85 and $3.15
    high materiality
    High
    Consolidated sales
    approximately $7.6 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Global bedding industry performance
    down mid-single digits
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Tempur Sealy North America like-for-like sales growth
    growing low single digits
    medium materiality
    Medium
    International business sales growth
    growing low single digits
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Mattress Firm like-for-like sales
    down slightly
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Reported gross margin
    slightly above 45%
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Adjusted EBITDA
    approximately $1.39 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Capital expenditures
    approximately $225 million
    medium materiality
    High
    Future CapEx normalization
    $200 million
    low materiality
    Medium
    Free cash flow allocation to shareholders
    at least 50%
    medium materiality
    High
    Depreciation & Amortization (D&A)
    approximately $310 million
    low materiality
    High
    Interest expense
    approximately $230 million
    low materiality
    High
    Tax rate
    25%
    low materiality
    High
    Diluted share count
    213 million shares
    low materiality
    High
    Leggett & Platt transaction close
    before the end of the third quarter
    high materiality
    High
    Mattress Firm store refresh program completion
    completed in 2027
    low materiality
    High
    Brand wall program completion
    wrap up this year
    low materiality
    High
    Stearns & Foster product launch financial benefit
    materialize in 2027 and beyond
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Adjusted EBITDA benefit from Tempur Sealy brands and private labels at Mattress Firm
    incremental $65 million
    medium materiality
    High
    Advertising investments
    approximately $690 million
    low materiality
    High

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    Mattress Firm
    Net sales were approximately $922 million. Same-store sales grew slightly. Gross margin decreased due to product mix (increased Tempur Sealy share), consumer financing costs, store investments, and deleverage. Operating margin declined due to consumer financing costs, store investments, and deleverage.
    Same-store sales: grew slightlyAdjusted gross margin change: decreased 240 basis pointsAdjusted operating margin: 6.5%Adjusted operating margin change: declined 130 basis points
    $922 millionAdjusted gross margin 33.3%
    Tempur Sealy North America
    Sales were flat on a like-for-like basis, outperforming an industry believed to be down mid-to-high single digits. Gross margin improved significantly due to synergies, operational efficiencies, and mix, partially offset by commodity cost inflation. Operating margin improved due to gross margin gains, partially offset by cooperative advertising investments.
    Like-for-like sales: flatLike-for-like net sales to wholesale channel: flatSales with third-party retailers: decreased 5% (after normalizing floor model)Like-for-like net sales for direct channel: decreased 1%Adjusted gross margin change: increased 680 basis pointsAdjusted operating margin: 26.7%Adjusted operating margin change: improved 400 basis points
    flatAdjusted gross margin 61.8%
    Tempur Sealy International
    Delivered strong quarter, supported by continued execution. Dreams business navigated a difficult UK environment and recent ERP implementation. Gross margin declined due to commodity cost inflation, partially offset by operational efficiencies. Operating margin declined primarily due to the decline in gross margin.
    Net sales growth (reported): 2%Net sales growth (constant currency): 1%Gross margin change: declined 80 basis pointsOperating margin: 12.4%Operating margin change: declined 120 basis points
    2% reported, 1% constant currencyGross margin 47.4%

    Operational metrics

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    Adjusted EBITDA
    $297 million
    Q2 FY26

    Company-wide adjusted EBITDA.

    Adjusted EPS
    $0.58up 9% over prior year
    Q2 FY26

    Company-wide adjusted earnings per share.

    Pro forma adjustments
    $16 million
    Q2 FY26

    Adjustments consistent with senior credit facility terms.

    Net benefit from sales and cost synergies
    $30 million
    Q2 FY26

    Achieved in Tempur Sealy North America.

    Commodity cost headwind
    $10 million
    Q2 FY26

    One-time headwind to Tempur Sealy profits due to timing of cost increases preceding pricing actions.

    Consolidated debt less cash
    $4.3 billion
    End of Q2 FY26

    Company-wide debt position.

    Leverage ratio (senior credit facility)
    2.99x
    End of Q2 FY26

    Returned to target leverage range of 2 to 3x.

    Net debt reduction
    >$500 million
    TTM

    Reduced over the trailing 12 months.

    Capital returned to shareholders
    >$160 million
    TTM

    In the form of dividends and buybacks.

    Intercompany sales elimination
    approximately 24%
    FY26

    Expected percentage of global Tempur Sealy 2026 sales to be eliminated in accordance with GAAP.

    Gross margin expansion from operational efficiencies
    100 bps
    FY26

    Net margin expansion expected from operational efficiencies, including synergies and operating leverage.

    Tempur Sealy brands and private labels as % of Mattress Firm total sales
    mid-60s percent
    FY26

    Assumption for full-year 2026.

    Incremental adjusted EBITDA benefit from Mattress Firm sales mix
    $65 millionversus 2025
    FY26

    Benefit from increased balance of Tempur Sealy brands and private labels at Mattress Firm.

    Advertising investments
    approximately $690 million
    FY26

    Estimated advertising investments for full-year 2026.

    CapEx for Mattress Firm store refreshes and brand wall program
    $75 million
    FY26

    Portion of total CapEx allocated to these programs.

    Tempur stores comp sales growth
    almost 3%
    Q2 FY26

    Company-owned Tempur stores comparable sales.

    Online business sales growth
    slightly negative
    Q2 FY26

    Company's online business performance.

    Annualized inflation (commodities)
    around $90 million
    FY26

    Anticipated annualized inflation for commodities.

    Product announcements

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    ProductTypeDetails
    Kingsdown productsexpansion
    New Stearns & Foster product collectionlaunch

    Deals & partnerships

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    SENGAcquisition of Danish retailer.

    Part of the global vertical integration strategy by expanding company-owned retail footprint.

    Leggett & PlattProposed combination with a leading diversified component manufacturer and long-standing supplier.

    Nearly all regulatory approvals received. Shareholder vote scheduled for August 20. Leggett & Platt will be incorporated into guidance post-closing.

    Risks & headwinds

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    Global bedding industry declineQ2 FY26, FY26

    down mid- to high single digits over prior years (Q2 FY26); expected down mid-single digits year-over-year (FY26)

    Mitigation: Diversified global business model, brand strength, disciplined execution, cost management, pricing actions.

    Macroeconomic uncertainty and cautious consumer backgroundongoing

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    Mitigation: Diversified global business model, brand strength, disciplined execution.

    Commodity cost inflationQ2 FY26, FY26

    approximately $10 million one-time headwind to Tempur Sealy profits in the second quarter; around $90 million of annualized inflation expected for FY26

    Mitigation: Implemented modest pricing actions following the July 4 promotional period to offset higher input and freight costs, expected to offset impacts in H2 FY26.

    U.K. market difficulty and ERP implementation challenges for Dreams businessQ2 FY26, transitory (expected to resolve in ~1 quarter)

    contributed to International operating margin decline of 120 basis points

    Mitigation: Working through transitory issues, system is functioning; not expected to be a big issue going forward.

    Middle East activity and geopolitical uncertaintyongoing

    created some additional uncertainty

    Mitigation: Maintaining disciplined capital allocation, keeping an eye on capital value.

    Weak July 4 holiday period in the U.S.July 4 holiday period (early Q3)

    Mattress Firm same-store sales were challenged during the holiday period

    Mitigation: Market rebounded back to the trend line it was before since the holiday period ended.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    Leggett & Platt transaction close

    Before end of Q3
    CurrentNearly all regulatory approvals received, shareholder vote scheduled for August 20
    TargetTransaction closed

    Why it matters

    The combination is expected to strengthen vertical integration, expand market reach, reduce financial leverage, and deliver immediate adjusted EPS accretion.

    We're expecting to close the transaction before the end of the third quarter.

    Q&A highlights

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    Why was full-year guidance lowered after Q1, and what are the key assumptions embedded in the new range?

    Guidance was lowered due to weaker-than-expected Q2 industry trends (down mid-to-high single digits), challenges with the Dreams ERP implementation in the UK, and increased Middle East uncertainty. The July 4 holiday period was weak, though the market rebounded. The new guidance assumes current industry trends continue, but sales synergy expectations were raised.

    If I had to just like point at 2 things that were the largest probably unexpected negatives, if we're going to focus on the negatives for a second, obviously, the industry trends in the second quarter were not as strong as we expected.

    asked by Susan Maklari · answered by Scott Thompson

    2 min read7 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Q2 Performance Highlights

    Somnigroup reported Q2 FY26 net sales of $1.8 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $297 million, and adjusted EPS of $0.58, marking a 9% increase year-over-year. These results were achieved against a backdrop of a global bedding industry estimated to be down mid-to-high single digits, reflecting the company's brand strength and diversified global business model.

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    Mattress Firm & Retail Strategy

    Mattress Firm delivered results ahead of the broader U.S. market, supported by its industry-leading scale and effective marketing. The company expanded its relationship with Kingsdown, increasing its presence to nearly 800 stores nationwide. Store refresh and brand wall programs are on track for completion by 2027 and 2026, respectively, designed to elevate the in-store experience and drive future sales.

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    International Growth & Vertical Integration

    The International business delivered solid results and gained market share despite volatility, with legacy Tempur International outperforming the broader industry. Strategic acquisitions, such as Danish retailer SENG, deepen the company's ability to connect directly with consumers, showcase brands, and strengthen market position, advancing its global vertical integration strategy.

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    Stearns & Foster Product Launch

    A new Stearns & Foster product collection is launching from late Q3 2026 through early 2027. This redesign aims to strengthen price architecture across the portfolio and drive higher average selling prices by positioning the brand more distinctly in the premium segment, with most financial benefits expected to materialize in 2027 and beyond.

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    Operational Discipline & Synergies

    Tempur Sealy North America demonstrated resilience with flat sales on a like-for-like basis, outperforming a declining industry. Adjusted gross margins improved significantly by 680 basis points to 61.8%, driven by $30 million in net sales and cost synergies and operational efficiencies, partially offset by commodity cost inflation.

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    Leggett & Platt Combination Progress

    Significant progress has been made towards finalizing the combination with Leggett & Platt, with nearly all regulatory approvals received. The required Leggett & Platt shareholder vote is scheduled for August 20, and the transaction is now expected to close before the end of Q3, ahead of original expectations. This combination is anticipated to strengthen vertical integration, expand market reach, reduce financial leverage, and deliver immediate adjusted EPS accretion.

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    Market Dynamics & K-Shaped Economy

    Management observed a 'K-shaped' economy, with entry-level bedding being the hardest hit and luxury bedding showing strong resilience. This dynamic, coupled with higher consumer financing costs for Mattress Firm, indicates robust demand for higher-end products. A shift from web to brick-and-mortar sales was also noted, suggesting e-commerce has reached a more natural size in the mattress category.

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