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Earnings analysis · 10-Q

AB earnings analysis

Filed May 1, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report

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AllianceBernstein reported Q1 2026 GAAP net revenues of $1,201,726,000, reflecting an 11.2% year-over-year increase. While actual EPS came in at $0.83, slightly below the consensus estimate of $0.84, the company still…

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AllianceBernstein reported Q1 2026 GAAP net revenues of $1,201,726,000, reflecting an 11.2% year-over-year increase. While actual EPS came in at $0.83, slightly below the consensus estimate of $0.84, the company still reported solid operational metrics, including a 15.1% rise in net income attributed to AB Unitholders to $295,485,000. Operating income increased to $326,800,000, showcasing improved efficiency as operating margin expanded to 26.1%.

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Reported figures

Earnings per share
$0.83
Operating margin
26.1%

What stood out

  • Strong Revenue Growth

    Revenue of $1,201,726,000 increased by 11.2% year-over-year.

  • Operating Margin Expansion

    Operating margin expanded to 26.1%, up from the prior year.

  • Increased Net Income

    Net income attributable to AB Unitholders rose to $295,485,000, a 33.8% increase.

  • Increased Cash Distribution

    Cash distribution per AB Holding Unit increased by 3.7% to $0.83.

  • High Adjusted Net Income

    Adjusted net income per AB Holding Unit was reported at $0.83, up from $0.80.

  • Operating Cash Flow Stability

    Net cash provided by operating activities was $88.5 million, reflecting a stable cash flow.

What to watch

  • Material Net Outflows

    Total net outflows were reported at $7.1 billion, impacting asset management.

  • Reduced Cash Distributions

    Cash distributions received from AB decreased by $30.1 million year-over-year.

  • Foreign Investor Withholding Concerns

    Risk related to foreign investor withholding may affect future financials.

Management's outlook

No numeric forward guidance provided; management indicates pipeline and market risks.

Earlier filings 4

10-K · February 12, 2026

AllianceBernstein reported AUM of approximately $867 billion as of December 31, 2025 (up from $792 billion in 2024 and $725 billion in 2023) and net revenues of approximately $4.5 billion in 2025 (flat vs. 2024 and up…

10-Q · October 23, 2025

AB Holding reported Q3 net income of $73,751 (three months ended September 30, 2025) or $0.79 per unit, down from $127,195 and $1.12 per unit a year earlier. Management declared a $0.86 per unit distribution (payable…

10-K · February 14, 2025

AllianceBernstein Holding's 2024 10-K report reflects a strong business performance, with net revenues rising to approximately $4.5 billion, up from $4.2 billion in 2023 and $4.1 billion in 2022. Assets Under Management…

10-Q · July 26, 2024

AllianceBernstein Holding reported materially higher profitability for Q2 2024 driven by stronger earnings from its AB investment: equity in net income attributable to AB Unitholders rose to $122,705k (up 77.5% YoY) and…

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