DuPont has reported a strong second quarter performance, surpassing its financial guidance and raising its full-year 2026 outlook as the company continues to drive growth, expand margins and generate strong cash flow.

 

The company posted net sales of $1.8 billion for the second quarter, up 4% year over year, with organic sales also increasing 4%. DuPont reported GAAP income from continuing operations of $191 million and operating EBITDA of $448 million, reflecting continued operational strength.

 

Adjusted earnings also delivered a significant boost, with GAAP earnings per share from continuing operations reaching $1.37, while adjusted EPS climbed to $1.88, a 48% increase compared with the prior-year period.

 

Cash generation remained a key highlight. DuPont reported $400 million in cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations, while transaction-adjusted free cash flow reached $326 million, representing 127% conversion.

 

The company also announced plans to repurchase $250 million of shares in the third quarter, reinforcing its commitment to returning value to shareholders. In addition, DuPont said its Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS) code has changed to Industrials effective July 31, 2026.

 

“We delivered another strong quarter, exceeding our financial guidance and demonstrating our focus on consistent execution” said Lori Koch, DuPont Chief Executive Officer. 

 

“Mid-single digit organic growth, strong margin expansion, coupled with robust adjusted EPS growth and free cash flow generation underscore the strength of our market-leading businesses and reflect disciplined execution of our strategic priorities, supported by our ongoing focus on excellence and productivity.”

 

“We are delivering on our commitments, creating value for all of our key stakeholders and further strengthening the foundation for sustainable, long-term profitable growth."

 

DuPont’s second-quarter operating EBITDA increased to $448 million, up 6% from $423 million in the year-ago period, while operating EBITDA margin improved to 24.6%, a 40-basis-point increase from 24.2% a year earlier.

 

The company’s financial performance reflects continued execution across its businesses, supported by productivity initiatives, disciplined strategic priorities and demand momentum in key markets.

 

DuPont said the results and updated outlook are presented on a continuing operations basis. The company noted that organic sales, operating EBITDA, operating EBITDA margin, adjusted EPS, transaction-adjusted free cash flow and transaction-adjusted free cash flow conversion are non-GAAP measures and provided additional reconciliation details and definitions in its financial release.

 

With a stronger-than-expected second quarter behind it, DuPont is raising its full-year 2026 guidance as it continues its focus on profitable growth, operational excellence and shareholder value creation.