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Dec 31, 2025
Energizer Q1 2026 Earnings Report
Energizer Holdings, Inc. announced its first fiscal quarter results for 2026.
Key Takeaways
Energizer Holdings, Inc. reported a 6.5% increase in net sales to $778.9 million for the first fiscal quarter of 2026, driven by acquisition net sales. Despite this growth, the company experienced a net loss of $3.4 million, or $0.05 per diluted share, compared to net earnings of $22.3 million in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $106.9 million from $140.7 million in the previous year.
Net sales increased by 6.5% to $778.9 million, primarily due to $64.6 million in acquisition net sales.
The company reported a net loss of $3.4 million, or $0.05 per diluted share, for the quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $106.9 million, a decrease from $140.7 million in the prior year.
Free cash flow was strong at $124.2 million, enabling over $100 million in debt reduction and $28 million returned to shareholders.
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Forward Guidance
For fiscal 2026, Energizer Holdings, Inc. reaffirms its guidance, expecting organic Net sales to be flat to slightly up in both Batteries and Lights and Auto Care. Adjusted Gross margin is expected to modestly decline, with Adjusted Earnings per share in the range of $3.30 to $3.60 and Adjusted EBITDA between $580 million and $610 million. For the second fiscal quarter, Organic Net sales are anticipated to decline 4% to 5%, with Adjusted Earnings per share in the range of $0.40 to $0.50.
Positive Outlook
- Organic Net sales expected to be flat to slightly up for fiscal 2026 in both Batteries & Lights and Auto Care.
- Production tax credits and productivity initiatives are expected to largely offset the impact of tariffs on gross margin.
- Anticipated Adjusted Earnings per share for fiscal 2026 in the range of $3.30 to $3.60.
- Anticipated Adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2026 in the range of $580 million to $610 million.
- The company has taken necessary steps to drive strategic priorities of restoring growth and rebuilding margins.
Challenges Ahead
- Adjusted Gross margin is expected to modestly decline from prior year for fiscal 2026.
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