MOOG INC. 10-Q Summary: Quarter Ended June 27, 2026
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 10-Q covers the quarterly period ended June 27, 2026, and the nine-month period ended on the same date. Moog Inc. is a global designer and manufacturer of high-performance precision motion and fluid control systems, operating primarily in aerospace and defense, with additional exposure to industrial and medical markets. The company operates through four segments: Space and Defense, Military Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft, and Industrial.
Key Financial Metrics
| Metric (Nine Months Ended) | June 27, 2026 | June 28, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Net Sales | $3,268.8 million | $2,811.5 million |
| Gross Profit | $929.0 million | $768.5 million |
| Gross Margin | 28.4% | 27.3% |
| Net Earnings | $312.7 million | $170.6 million |
| Diluted EPS | $9.76 | $5.32 |
| Operating Cash Flow | $244.9 million | $32.4 million |
| Total Debt (Long-term + Current) | $908.0 million | $945.7 million |
| Cash and Equivalents | $66.8 million | $62.0 million |
Material Changes vs. Prior Period
- Revenue Growth: Net sales increased 16% year-over-year for the nine months ended June 27, 2026, driven by growth across all segments. Space and Defense sales rose 21%, Military Aircraft 12%, Commercial Aircraft 18%, and Industrial 14%.
- Profitability Surge: Net earnings increased 83% to $312.7 million. This was significantly aided by a discrete income tax benefit of approximately $40.6 million related to enhanced identification of R&D tax credits and a $7.8 million benefit from legal entity simplification.
- Tariff Refunds: The company recognized $30 million in recoveries of previously incurred IEEPA tariffs, recorded as a reduction of cost of sales. This included $10 million in cash refunds received and $20 million recorded as a receivable.
- Debt Restructuring: In March 2026, the company issued $500 million of 5.50% senior notes due 2034 and used the proceeds to redeem $500 million of 4.25% senior notes due 2027. The credit facility was also amended to extend maturities to 2031.
- Asset Impairments: The company recorded $6.7 million in asset impairment and fair value adjustments, including $5.1 million for capitalized software costs and $1.6 million for exiting a product line in the Industrial segment.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
- Backlog: The twelve-month backlog increased to $3.25 billion as of June 27, 2026, up 23% from the prior year, driven by higher orders in Commercial Aircraft (narrowbody and widebody), Military Aircraft (new and current aircraft), and Space and Defense.
- Market Trends: Management cites strong demand for data center cooling pumps in the Industrial segment and increased defense spending due to global tensions. Foreign currency translation increased sales by $28 million in the first nine months of 2026.
- Internal Control Weakness: The company disclosed a continuing material weakness in internal controls over financial reporting related to the completeness and accuracy of key inputs for distinct long-term aftermarket service revenue contracts in the Commercial Aircraft segment. Management is implementing remediation efforts, but the weakness remains as of the reporting date.
- Contingencies: The company faces potential risks from contract claims, government budgetary pressures, and supply chain constraints. It is also contingently liable for $14.7 million related to standby letters of credit.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Tax Benefit Sustainability: Verify the sustainability of the effective tax rate (10.0% for nine months) given the discrete $40.6 million R&D credit benefit and $7.8 million legal entity benefit.
- Tariff Recovery Timing: Confirm the timeline for the collection of the $20 million IEEPA tariff refund currently recorded as a receivable.
- Internal Control Remediation: Monitor progress on the remediation of the material weakness regarding Commercial Aircraft aftermarket service contracts to ensure future financial reporting reliability.
- Debt Covenants: Review compliance with the new credit facility covenants (minimum 3.0x interest coverage, maximum 4.0x leverage) following the debt refinancing.
- Segment Margins: Analyze the impact of the tariff refunds on segment operating margins to determine underlying operational performance.