Earnings analysis · 10-Q
MEG earnings analysis
Filed May 7, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
The latest report
Onterris reported Q1 2026 revenue of $168.5 million, down 5.2% compared to $177.8 million in Q1 2025, primarily due to decreased environmental emergency response revenues. However, the company's EPS improved…
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Onterris reported Q1 2026 revenue of $168.5 million, down 5.2% compared to $177.8 million in Q1 2025, primarily due to decreased environmental emergency response revenues. However, the company's EPS improved significantly to -$0.35 from -$0.64 in the prior year, indicating better operational efficiency despite declining revenues.
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.
Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $-0.35
- Segment
- Consulting and Treatment, Measurement and Analysis
What stood out
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Improvement in EPS
EPS improved to -$0.35, a significant increase from -$0.64 in Q1 2025.
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Cost of Revenues Declined
Cost of revenues decreased by $6.9 million or 6.4%, contributing to better margins despite lower revenues.
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Decrease in Operating Expenses
SG&A expenses fell by 7.4% to $61.3 million, reflecting effective cost management.
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Adjusted EBITDA Stability
Adjusted EBITDA for total reportable segments remained stable at $30.1 million compared to $30.3 million in Q1 2025.
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Sufficient Liquidity
As of March 31, 2026, Onterris had $178.4 million available under its credit facility, and cash on hand was $10.0 million.
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Reduction in Interest Expense
Interest expense increased only slightly to $5.5 million from $5.1 million, remaining manageable given the increased debt.
What to watch
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Revenue Decline
Q1 2026 revenue of $168.5 million was down 5.2% year-over-year, primarily due to a $5.8 million decrease in emergency response revenues.
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High Working Capital Needs
Working capital increased by $16.3 million, indicating tighter cash flow management than in Q1 2025.
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Increased Debt Levels
Total debt increased to $321.4 million from $288.3 million at year-end 2025, raising concerns about financial leverage.
Management's outlook
Full-year revenue guidance remains unchanged at $840M-$900M, indicating expectations of improved performance as the year progresses.
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