Garrett Motion Inc. (GTX) Earnings History

Garrett Motion Inc. - Q4 2025 EarningsMissed

Filed at: Feb 19, 2026, 6:58 AM EST|Read from source

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Garrett Motion reported solid financial results for 2025, characterized by revenue growth, margin expansion, and healthy free cash flow, alongside strategic wins in zero-emission and industrial technologies. The company is well-positioned for 2026 with a focus on execution and converting its pipeline into new awards.

POSITIVE HIGHLIGHTS

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    Full Year 2025 Net sales increased 3% on a reported basis to $3,584 million, up 1% at constant currency.

    positive
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    Full Year 2025 Adjusted EBIT margin expanded to 14.2% from 14.0% in the prior year.

    positive
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    Full Year 2025 Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 17.7% from 17.2% in the prior year.

    positive
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    Secured multiple commercial vehicle & industrial awards, including first high-speed E-powertrain and E-cooling compressor awards for production starting in 2027.

    positive

CONCERNS & RISKS

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    Q4 2025 Net sales growth was 6% reported but only 1% at constant currency, indicating a significant impact from foreign currency translation ($34 million or 4%).

    attention
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    Q4 2025 Gross profit margin decreased to 20.8% from 21.6% in the prior year, impacted by unfavorable mix and price pass-through.

    attention
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    Q4 2025 SG&A expenses increased to $65 million from $62 million, driven by higher bad debt expense.

    attention
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    Q4 2025 Net income decreased to $84 million from $100 million, primarily due to $20 million of higher tax expense.

    negative
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    Q4 2025 Net cash provided by operating activities decreased to $99 million from $131 million in the prior year.

    negative
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    Full Year 2025 Repurchases of common stock totaled $208 million, but the share repurchase program expired as of December 31, 2025.

    attention

FINANCIAL METRICS

Revenue
Quarterly
$891.00M
+5.6%
Prior year: $844.00M
Annual (YTD)
$3.58B
N/A
Prior year: $3.48B
Net Income
Quarterly
$84.00M
-16.0%
Prior year: $100.00M
Annual (YTD)
$310.00M
N/A
Prior year: $282.00M
EPS (Diluted)
Quarterly
$0.42
-10.6%
Prior year: $0.47
Operating Income
Quarterly
$-9.00M
N/A
EPS (Basic)
Quarterly
$0.43
-8.5%
Prior year: $0.47

MARGIN ANALYSIS

Gross Margin
Current Quarter
20.8%
Prior Year
21.6%
YoY Change
-80 bps
Net Margin
Current Quarter
9.4%
Prior Year
11.8%
YoY Change
-240 bps

Margin expansion indicates improving profitability and operational efficiency. Measured in basis points (bps): 100 bps = 1.0%.

MANAGEMENT GUIDANCE

FY2026

Net sales
$3600000.0B—$3800000.0B
Mid-point: $3700000.0B
"Net sales growth at constant currency: -2% to +2%"
Net income
295,000,000—335,000,000
Mid-point: 315,000,000
Adjusted EBIT
520,000,000—570,000,000
Mid-point: 545,000,000
Net cash provided by operating activities
407,000,000—502,000,000
Mid-point: 454,500,000
Adjusted free cash flow
355,000,000—455,000,000
Mid-point: 405,000,000

Forward-looking guidance is subject to change and does not constitute a guarantee. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates.

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

In 2025, we delivered solid growth, stronger margins and healthy free cash flow while expanding our product offerings.

— Garrett Motion Inc., Q4 2025 2025 Earnings Call

Our turbo business continued to win globally, and we accelerated in zero emission technologies, securing our first production wins for our E‑Powertrain and E‑Cooling technologies.

— Garrett Motion Inc., Q4 2025 2025 Earnings Call

With a disciplined capital allocation framework and a flexible balance sheet, we enter 2026 focused on maintaining flawless execution and converting our growing pipeline into new awards.

— Garrett Motion Inc., Q4 2025 2025 Earnings Call

Commentary excerpts from earnings call transcripts provide management's perspective on performance, strategy, and outlook. Always review full transcripts for complete context.

OPERATIONAL METRICS

Constant Currency Sales Growth Fy
1
Prior year: -10
%
Constant Currency Sales Growth Q4
1
Prior year: -10
%

Operational metrics provide insight into business drivers and customer engagement beyond traditional financial measures.