Knowles Q2 revenue beats estimates driven by strong bookings, backlog
KN•Key reported figures
| Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 Revenue | Beat | $166.80 million | $156.98 million (4 Analysts) |
| Q2 Adjusted EPS | Beat | $0.33 | $0.31 (4 Analysts) |
| Q2 EPS | $0.21 | ||
| Q2 Net Earnings | $19.40 million |
Q3 and full-year outlook
Knowles sees third-quarter 2026 revenue between $167 million and $177 million.
The company expects third-quarter 2026 non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.34 to $0.38.
Knowles expects 2026 revenue to grow 10% to 12% with adjusted EBITDA growth of over 20%.
Demand and backlog drive results
The company said growth was driven by strong demand across medtech, defense, industrial and electrification markets.
Management also cited increasing bookings for seven consecutive quarters and a healthy backlog supporting results.
Q2 revenue and earnings beat estimates
Knowles, a U.S. specialty electronic components maker, said second-quarter revenue rose 14% year over year, beating analyst expectations.
