LINDE PLC
LINNasdaqGSLatest results at a glance
Insights from the latest company results and reports · filed 31 Jul 2026
Record Sales and Earnings
Second-quarter 2026 sales reached $9.3 billion, up 9% year-over-year, with underlying sales increasing 4%.
Adjusted EPS Exceeds Consensus
Reported adjusted EPS of $4.50 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, slightly exceeded the same-quarter consensus estimate of $4.49.
APAC Segment Growth
APAC revenue rose 13% year-over-year to $1.87 billion, representing 20.1% of consolidated revenue.
Full-Year 2026 Guidance
The company expects full-year 2026 adjusted EPS between $17.70 and $17.90, representing 8% to 9% growth, assuming 1% favorable currency impact.
Capital Returns and Cash Flow
Second-quarter operating cash flow was $2.3 billion, and the company returned $1.59 billion to shareholders through dividends and stock repurchases during the period.
Electronics Backlog Milestone
Linde signed a new long-term U.S. electronics supply contract, increasing its contractual sale of gas backlog to a record $8.1 billion.
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