Quaker Houghton Q3 net income falls year over year to $29.98 million; sales rise 10% to $544.55 million
KWR•Quaker Houghton’s third-quarter 2026 net income fell year over year to $29.98 million, while net sales rose 10% to $544.55 million. Diluted EPS fell to $1.73, and nine-month operating cash flow dropped 47% to $47.6 million.
1. Quarterly results
Quaker Houghton reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $29.98 million, down year over year, and diluted earnings per share of $1.73. Net sales increased 10% to $544.55 million, driven by improved selling prices and product mix and higher volumes.
2. Cash flow
Operating cash flow for the first nine months fell 47% year over year to $47.6 million, primarily reflecting higher working-capital outflows.
