US EditionBombardier tops profit estimates on higher private jet usage, repair demand
Bombardier said adjusted earnings rose to US$1.81 per share as it delivered 24 aircraft and ended the quarter with a US$20.3 billion backlog.
- On Thursday, April 30, 2026, Bombardier Inc. reported a first-quarter profit of US$53 million, with revenue rising 5% to US$1.6 billion, beating Wall Street estimates.
- Bombardier generated US$360 million in free cash flow, its strongest first-quarter performance in nearly two decades, driven by 25% growth in service revenue to US$617 million.
- The company delivered 24 aircraft this quarter and secured a major order from private aviation operator Vista for 40 Challenger 3500 jets, supporting plans to deliver more than 157 jets in 2026.
- CEO Eric Martel said the company is pursuing defense expansion, including potential talks with Swedish partner Saab to replace NATO AWACS aircraft, which could involve 10 to 12 jets.
- Reflecting strong market demand, Bombardier raised its full-year 2026 free cash flow forecast to more than US$1 billion. Martel noted, "Despite everything going on right now, the war with Iran and Ukraine, we still see growth in flight hours.
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Bombardier Raises Free Cash Flow Guidance on Sharp Q1 2026 Increase, Records Strong Backlog Growth in Exceptional Quarter
Revenues grew 5% year-over-year to $1.6 billion, including a remarkable 25% year-over-year gain from Services to $617 million.Adjusted EBITDA(1) reached $246 million, reflecting a 1% year‑over‑year decrease, with an adjusted EBITDA margin(2) of 15.4%, down 90 basis points. Reported EBIT decreased by 6% year-over-year to $167 million, with an EBIT margin(3) of 10.4%, down 120 basis points.Adjusted net income(1) grew to $189 million, marking a 178…
Bombardier Raises Free Cash Flow Guidance on Sharp Q1 2026 Increase, Records Strong Backlog ...
Revenues grew 5% year-over-year to $1.6 billion, including a remarkable 25% year-over-year gain from Services to $617 million.Adjusted EBITDA(1) reached $246 million, reflecting a 1% year‑over‑year decrease, with an adjusted EBITDA margin(2) of 15.4%, down 90 basis points. Reported EBIT…
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