Earnings analysis · 10-Q
JLL earnings analysis
Filed April 30, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
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JLL reported a robust Q1 2026, achieving a revenue of $6.39 billion and an EPS of $3.33, surpassing consensus estimates. The strong performance was driven by notable growth across several segments, particularly in…
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JLL reported a robust Q1 2026, achieving a revenue of $6.39 billion and an EPS of $3.33, surpassing consensus estimates. The strong performance was driven by notable growth across several segments, particularly in Advisory services. However, increased operating expenses were a concern, reflecting ongoing challenges related to restructuring and rising costs.
Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $3.33
- Segment
- Real Estate Management Services
- Segment
- Leasing Advisory
- Segment
- Capital Markets Services
- Segment
- Investment Management
What stood out
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Revenue Growth Year-over-Year
Revenue increased to $6.39 billion, a rise of 11% from $5.75 billion in Q1 2025.
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Significant EPS Beat
Diluted EPS for the quarter was $3.33 versus estimated EPS of $2.98.
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Strong Advisory Segment Performance
Advisory revenues grew by 17%, particularly in Leasing Advisory, which was up 16%.
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Marked Operating Income Rise
Operating income grew to $204.6 million, a 71% increase year-over-year.
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Adjusted EBITDA Growth
Adjusted EBITDA rose to $273.6 million, up 22% compared to Q1 2025.
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Decreased Interest Expense
Net interest expense dropped to $17 million from $24.6 million a year ago, reflecting lower average borrowings.
What to watch
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Increased Operating Expenses
Operating expenses rose to $6.18 billion, up 10% from the prior-year quarter.
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Negative Cash Flow from Operations
Reported negative free cash flow of $812 million in Q1 2025, raising concerns about liquidity.
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Ongoing Restructuring Charges
Restructuring and acquisition charges were $5.3 million, though down significantly from $19.7 million in the same quarter last year.
Management's outlook
Outlook deferred to earnings press release / call.
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