Earnings ·
WESCO reports record Q3 sales of $7.2B, adjusted EPS of $5.77, raises full-year outlook
WCCWesco International Inc
WESCO International reported record third-quarter net sales of $7.2 billion, a 17% increase year-over-year, driven by strong demand across its Communications and Security Solutions, Electrical and Electronic Solutions, and Utility and Broadband segments. Data center sales surged approximately 55%, contributing to a total company backlog that rose roughly 80% to a new record level. The company posted record diluted earnings per share of $5.43 and adjusted diluted EPS of $5.77, up 47% from the prior year period. Operating cash flow reached $194 million, generating $184 million in free cash flow while reducing financial leverage to 2.8x. Management raised its full-year 2026 outlook for sales and earnings, citing accelerating business momentum and diversified secular growth drivers. Wesco International operates as a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions.