Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI)
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Jul 20, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed

Donaldson Company Earnings Call Transcripts

Fiscal Year 2026

Fiscal Year 2025

  • The company is achieving record revenues and margins through a technology-driven, vertically-oriented strategy, with strong aftermarket growth and operational improvements. Digitization and innovation are enhancing customer relationships, while a disciplined capital allocation and broad-based M&A approach support future expansion.

  • Record sales and earnings were achieved despite macro challenges, with continued growth expected in fiscal 2026. Aftermarket and industrial segments drive resilience, while technology leadership and regulatory changes support market share gains. M&A and internal investment remain strategic priorities.

  • Leadership in filtration is reinforced by record financials, robust R&D, and a diversified global portfolio. Strategic focus includes expanding Life Sciences, operational efficiency, and innovation in material science, with strong capital allocation supporting growth.

  • Record sales and margins were achieved, with strong performance across all segments and robust cash returns to shareholders. Fiscal 2026 guidance calls for continued growth, margin expansion, and disciplined capital allocation, despite ongoing macro and market uncertainties.

  • A technology-led filtration leader is achieving record revenues and margins, driven by strong aftermarket sales, global supply chain flexibility, and strategic expansion into life sciences. Ongoing operational efficiencies, pricing changes, and capital allocation support long-term growth and resilience.

  • Record Q3 sales and adjusted earnings were achieved, with strong aftermarket and aerospace/defense growth offsetting first-fit and bioprocessing headwinds. FY2025 guidance was raised for EPS and aerospace/defense, and capital returns to shareholders increased.

  • Filtration technology leadership drives growth in legacy and emerging markets, supported by strong recurring revenue and expanding connected services. Robust financials reflect disciplined capital allocation and resilience to market shifts. Life Sciences invests in disruptive tech, advancing commercialization via clinical partnerships.

  • Leadership highlighted a decade of technology-driven growth, record financial performance, and a robust innovation pipeline. Strategic focus includes expanding Life Sciences, operational excellence, and disciplined capital allocation, with continued margin and share gains expected.

  • Q2 saw sales up 1% in constant currency and adjusted EPS up 3% year-over-year, with margin expansion despite macro headwinds. Guidance was tightened for flat to 4% sales growth and a 6% EPS increase, while investments in R&D and strategic partnerships continue to drive future growth.

  • Record Q1 earnings with 6% sales growth and 11% EPS increase, driven by share gains and strong performance in all segments. Guidance for FY25 is reaffirmed, with continued investment in growth and a robust balance sheet supporting strategic objectives.

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Fiscal Year 2021

Fiscal Year 2020