ADT jumps as Q1 2026 EPS rises and cash flow surges
ADT shares are rising after the company reported first-quarter 2026 results before the open on April 30, 2026. ADT posted GAAP EPS of $0.20 (+25% YoY), adjusted EPS of $0.23 (+10% YoY), revenue of $1.279B (+1% YoY), and said it remains on track for its 2026 outlook.
1) What’s moving the stock today
ADT is trading higher today after releasing first-quarter 2026 results before the market opened on April 30, 2026, highlighting higher earnings and sharply stronger cash generation alongside reiterated confidence in its full-year trajectory. Investors are reacting to the combination of EPS growth, improved cash flow, and ongoing capital returns as the company continues its platform transition and product rollout. (globenewswire.com)
2) Key numbers from the quarter
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, ADT reported total revenue of $1.279 billion (+1% year over year). GAAP income from continuing operations was $169 million, or $0.20 per diluted share (+25%), while adjusted income from continuing operations was $191 million, or $0.23 per diluted share (+10%). (globenewswire.com)
3) Cash flow and shareholder returns in focus
ADT reported net cash provided by operating activities of $638 million (+37% year over year) and adjusted free cash flow (including interest rate swaps) of $414 million (+83%). The company also returned $161 million to shareholders in the quarter, including $116 million of share repurchases (18 million shares retired) and $45 million of dividends. (globenewswire.com)
4) Outlook and near-term catalyst
ADT said it remains on track to achieve its full-year 2026 financial outlook and is holding an earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on April 30, 2026, which can act as the next catalyst as investors listen for details on demand, ADT+ adoption, and capital allocation priorities. (globenewswire.com)