Ampco-Pittsburgh Reports Q1 Net Loss, Strong Sales Growth, and $124M in New Orders

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Ampco-Pittsburgh reported a Q1 net loss but showed strong sales growth, significantly improved operating cash flow, and robust new customer orders, signaling potential operational improvements ahead.

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• Q1 Financial Results

  Reported a net loss attributable to Ampco of $0.9 million, or $0.04 per share, for Q1 2026, compared to net income of $1.1 million ($0.06 per share) in the prior-year period. Net sales increased 3.9% to $108.3 million.

• Strong Customer Orders and Backlog Growth

  Received $124 million in new customer orders during Q1, primarily driven by strong demand in the Air & Liquid Processing segment. This led to a sequential increase in backlog to $345.5 million as of March 31, 2026.

• Improved Operating Cash Flow

  Operating cash flow for Q1 2026 was $1.7 million, a significant improvement from a use of $5.3 million in the prior-year period, reflecting a continued focus on working capital management.

• Segment Performance

  The Air and Liquid Processing segment delivered record adjusted operating income, with net sales up 17.3%. The Forged and Cast Engineered Products segment saw net sales decrease 2%, but order trends improved sequentially with stabilizing steel market conditions.

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Ampco-Pittsburgh reported a net loss of $0.04 per share for Q1 2026, a significant improvement from the substantial net loss reported for the full year 2025. Despite the loss, the company achieved a 3.9% increase in net sales and a substantial $124 million in new customer orders, driving sequential backlog growth. Operating cash flow also turned positive, indicating improved operational health and potential for a turnaround in profitability as the year progresses.