Brady shares rise 3% as first quarter results top expectations
MILWAUKEE - On Monday, Brady Corporation (NYSE:BRC) reported first-quarter fiscal 2026 results that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
The identification solutions provider’s shares rose 2.83% in pre-market trading after the results.
The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.21 for the quarter ended October 31, 2025, beating the analyst estimate of $1.18. Revenue climbed to $405.3 million, surpassing the consensus estimate of $393.65 million and representing a 7.5% increase YoY.
Brady’s quarterly performance was fueled by a 2.8% organic sales increase, a 3.2% boost from acquisitions, and a 1.5% lift from favorable foreign currency translation. The Americas & Asia region led growth with a 9.6% sales increase, including 4.7% organic growth, while Europe & Australia saw a 3.6% rise despite a 0.8% organic sales decline.
"Our investments in research and development continue to add value for our customers and drive organic sales growth," said Russell R. Shaller, Brady’s President and CEO. "We reported strong organic sales growth in the Americas & Asia region, and our Europe & Australia region reported a significant improvement in segment profit in the quarter."
The company also raised the low end of its adjusted EPS guidance for fiscal 2026, now projecting $4.90 to $5.15 per share, up from the previous range of $4.85 to $5.15.
Cash flow from operating activities jumped 42.5% to $33.4 million compared to $23.4 million in the same quarter last year, strengthening the company’s financial position.
"We generated adjusted EPS of $1.21, which represented 8.0% growth compared to last year’s first quarter. This improvement was driven by our organic sales growth and continued gross profit margin expansion throughout our organic businesses," noted Ann Thornton, Brady’s Chief Financial Officer.
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