H.B. Fuller Posts Drop in Net Revenue for First Quarter of 2026

H.B. Fuller recently released financial results for the first quarter of 2026 that ended February 28, 2026. Net revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $771 million, down 2.3% versus the first quarter of fiscal 2025. Pricing increased net revenue by 0.6%, which was more than offset by lower volume, resulting in a 6.6% organic revenue decline year-on-year. Foreign currency translation and the impact of acquisitions increased net revenue by 3.6% and 0.7%, respectively.

Gross profit in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $236 million. Adjusted gross profit was $241 million. Adjusted gross profit margin of 31.3% increased 170 basis points year-on-year. The net impact of pricing and raw material cost actions, cost savings associated with Quantum Leap, and the impact of acquisitions drove the year-on-year increase in adjusted gross profit margin.