Earnings analysis · 10-Q
HMH earnings analysis
Filed May 6, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
The latest report
HMH Holding Inc. reported a disappointing Q1 2026 with revenues of $171.3 million, down 14% year-over-year and missing estimates by $7.5 million. Earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.14, which was $0.20 below…
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HMH Holding Inc. reported a disappointing Q1 2026 with revenues of $171.3 million, down 14% year-over-year and missing estimates by $7.5 million. Earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.14, which was $0.20 below expectations, reflecting operational challenges and a decline in core revenue. Despite these headwinds, management remains cautiously optimistic about the outlook for adjusted EBITDA, projecting it will be between $157 million and $177 million for the full year.
From revenue to operating profit
Where each $100 of revenue went in this report.
Cost of sales, operating expenses, and what remained. Figures are rounded to whole dollars.
Where revenue came from
The business segments reported by the company.
Shares of the segments disclosed in this filing, largest first.
Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $0.14
What stood out
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Total Revenue Decline
Overall revenue fell to $171.3 million, down 14% from $198.4 million YoY.
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EPS Shortfall
Reported EPS was $0.14, missing estimates by $0.20.
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Operating Income Growth
Operating income increased by 20% YoY to $19.2 million despite lower revenues.
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Cost of Sales Optimization
Cost of sales decreased by 17.8%, leading to improved gross margin percentages.
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Free Cash Flow Decline
Free cash flow dropped to $4.6 million, a decrease of $6.6 million from $11.2 million YoY.
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Improved Interest Expense
Interest expense decreased by 24% to $7.0 million due to refinancing efforts.
What to watch
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Revenue Decline Risks
Revenue declined by $27.1 million, primarily due to a 40.6% drop in product revenue.
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Increased Operational Challenges
Continued lower service activity and order intake as seen with a 14% decline in service revenue.
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Foreign Currency Loss Impact
Foreign currency exchange losses amounted to $2.2 million, down from a gain of $4.0 million.
Management's outlook
Full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance set between $157 million to $177 million.
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