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Calian Group (CGY) investor relations material
Calian Group Q1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Executive summary
Achieved record Q1 revenue of $208 million, up 12% year-over-year, with 6% organic and 6% acquisitive growth, driven by strong demand in defense, space, and essential industries.
Adjusted EBITDA rose 28% to $23 million, reflecting margin expansion and cost optimization.
Simplified operating model from four to two segments: defense and space (2/3 of revenue) and essential industries (1/3), enhancing focus and operational efficiency.
Robust backlog of $1.4 billion and $171 million in new contract signings, including major antenna and ground station projects.
Continued momentum in European defense markets and early signs of increased activity in Canada, supported by integration of recent acquisitions.
Financial highlights
Q1 revenue up 12% year-over-year to $208 million; organic growth contributed 6%.
Gross margin improved to 34.1% from 31.8% year-over-year.
Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 11.0% from 9.6% year-over-year.
Adjusted net profit for Q1 was $11.8 million, up from $8.4 million; adjusted EPS (diluted) rose to $1.03 from $0.71.
Operating free cash flow was $16 million, with a 69% conversion rate.
Outlook and guidance
Fiscal 2026 outlook unchanged: targeting 10%-15% annual revenue growth and double-digit adjusted EBITDA growth, supported by organic growth and acquisitions.
Expect margins to improve to double-digit levels by year-end, supported by cost optimization and full-year contributions from recent acquisitions.
Capital expenditures anticipated at $10 million for the year; dividend payout target remains 25%-30% of operating free cash flow.
M&A remains top capital deployment priority, with a robust pipeline and several strategic transactions expected in fiscal 2026; share repurchases are paused.
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