Crane Co.

Crane Co. Earnings Recaps

CR Industrials 3 recaps
Q1 2026 Apr 29, 2026

Shares closed down 3.7% post-earnings, with investors likely reacting to a more cautious outlook and management commentary highlighting a challenging macroeconomic environment and external headwinds, including geopolitical risks and anticipated declines in commercial aftermarket revenue.

Key takeaways
  • Adjusted EPS rose 15% year-over-year to $1.65, with core sales up 4%, driven by strength at Aerospace & Advanced Technologies and Process Flow Technologies.
  • Management raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance by 10 cents to $6.65–$6.85; however, this revision reflects heightened macro uncertainty, elevated energy prices, and assumes a potential commercial aftermarket decline.
  • Acquisitions outperformed expectations, contributing stronger margins and earnings earlier than planned, now anticipated to deliver at least double the accretion previously communicated.
  • Aerospace & Advanced Technologies backlog remains solid, with core sales growth expected at the high end of the segment’s long-term range; however, commercial aftermarket revenue was down in the quarter due to unfavorable year-over-year comparisons.
  • Management’s remarks emphasized disciplined execution and agility, but repeatedly referenced external volatility and a more guarded near-term outlook.
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Q3 2025 Oct 28, 2025

Crane Company delivered strong Q3 2025 results, with adjusted EPS of $1.64 and core sales growth of 5.6%, outperforming expectations and reflecting robust performance across Aerospace & Electronics and Process Flow Technologies.

Key takeaways
  • Adjusted EPS increased to $1.64, driven by broad-based strength in core sales, particularly in Aerospace & Electronics.
  • Full-year adjusted EPS outlook raised to $5.75-$5.95, signaling a 20% growth compared to last year.
  • Pending acquisition of Precision Sensors & Instrumentation remains on track for January 1, with integration planning well underway and expected to enhance financial performance and growth.
  • Aerospace & Electronics segment anticipates low double-digit core sales growth for the year, supported by strong demand in defense and commercial markets.
  • Crane's robust M&A pipeline includes opportunities in both Aerospace & Electronics and Process Flow Technologies, with potential deal sizes between $100 million and $500 million.
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Q2 2025 Aug 2, 2025

Crane Company reported a strong Q2 2025, with adjusted EPS of $1.49, bolstered by 6.5% core sales growth and robust order performance, while raising its full-year earnings outlook amid strategic acquisitions.

Key takeaways
  • Adjusted EPS reached $1.49, benefiting from 6.5% growth in core sales, driven primarily by Aerospace & Electronics.
  • Core orders surged nearly 20%, reflecting strong demand in Aerospace & Electronics.
  • Announced acquisition of Precision Sensors & Instrumentation businesses from Baker Hughes, aimed at enhancing technology capabilities.
  • Full-year adjusted earnings guidance raised to $5.50-$5.80, up from $5.30-$5.60, demonstrating confidence in ongoing business resilience.
  • Strong balance sheet positions Crane for continued M&A activity, with a robust pipeline of potential opportunities.
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