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VSE Corp. Q2 2026 Filing Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 10-Q covers the quarterly period ended June 30, 2026. VSE Corporation operates as a single reportable segment focused on aviation aftermarket products and services, including parts distribution and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). The reporting period is significantly impacted by the completion of the Precision Aviation Group (PAG) acquisition on May 5, 2026, for approximately $2.02 billion, alongside smaller acquisitions of NorthStar Technologies and Aero 3.

Key Financial Metrics

Note: Net Income for Q2 2025 included a loss from discontinued operations of $10.4 million, whereas Q2 2026 had no discontinued operations.

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Revenue increased 65% year-over-year in Q2 2026 and 46% year-over-year for the six-month period. This growth was driven primarily by the PAG acquisition (contributing $104.5 million in Q2 revenue) and strong organic demand in commercial aerospace.
• Profitability: Operating income surged 117% in Q2 2026 compared to the prior year, aided by the absence of a $5.9 million earn-out receivable fair value adjustment charge recorded in Q2 2025 related to the Fleet segment sale.
• Balance Sheet Expansion: Total assets nearly doubled from $2.03 billion to $4.40 billion, driven by the acquisition of PAG. Goodwill increased by $1.17 billion, and intangible assets rose by $656 million.
• Debt Structure: The company refinanced its debt in May 2026, entering a new $900 million Term Loan B facility and upsizing its revolving credit facility to $500 million. This resulted in a $4.5 million loss on debt extinguishment.
• Capital Markets: In February 2026, the company raised approximately $1.3 billion through a concurrent common stock offering and tangible equity unit offering to fund the PAG acquisition.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Management Commentary: Management reported record results for Q2 2026, citing strong execution on distribution awards, expanded MRO capabilities, and successful integration of recent acquisitions. The company continues to focus on OEM-centric strategies and high-margin commercial and business aviation markets.

Risks and Contingencies:

• Integration Risk: Significant expenses and operational challenges related to integrating PAG and other recent acquisitions.
• Debt Obligations: Increased indebtedness following the PAG acquisition and refinancing activities.
• Market Conditions: Exposure to global economic conditions, supply chain disruptions, and inflation.
• Earn-out Obligations: A contingent earn-out obligation of up to $125 million exists for the PAG acquisition based on 2026 adjusted EBITDA performance.

Unusual Items: The $4.5 million loss on debt extinguishment and $12.5 million in acquisition-related expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2026, are non-recurring costs associated with the PAG transaction.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Acquisition Integration: Verify the progress of integrating PAG's operations and the realization of projected synergies.
• Debt Covenants: Confirm continued compliance with the new Credit Agreement's Net Leverage Ratio and Interest Coverage Ratio covenants.
• Earn-out Performance: Monitor PAG's 2026 adjusted EBITDA performance to assess the likelihood of the $125 million contingent earn-out payment.
• Working Capital: Review the significant increase in inventory ($313 million increase YTD) and receivables to ensure alignment with revenue growth and assess liquidity needs.
• Discontinued Operations: Note that prior year comparisons are impacted by the sale of the Fleet and Federal/Defense segments; focus on continuing operations for forward-looking analysis.