Aramark Reports Strong Q2 Earnings and Revenue Growth, Refinances Debt with Favorable Terms

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Aramark reported strong second-quarter results with double-digit revenue and EPS growth, alongside a successful debt refinancing, reinforcing a positive financial outlook.

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• Strong Q2 and YTD Financial Performance

  For the three months ended April 3, 2026, revenue increased by 14.7% to $4.91 billion, net income attributable to stockholders rose 64.8% to $101.95 million, and diluted EPS grew 65.2% to $0.38. Year-to-date figures also showed strong growth, with revenue up 10.3% to $9.74 billion and diluted EPS up 19.4% to $0.74.

• Debt Refinancing Enhances Financial Flexibility

  In December 2025, Aramark repriced $2.4 billion of Term B-8 Loans with new Term B-10 Loans due June 2030, securing borrower-favorable changes to basket capacity, thresholds, and step-downs. The company remains in compliance with all debt covenants.

• Continued Share Repurchase Program

  The company repurchased $24.3 million of common stock (0.6 million shares) during the second quarter of fiscal 2026, with $306.2 million remaining under the $500 million authorization approved in November 2024.

• Increased Cash Usage in Operating Activities

  Net cash used in operating activities increased by $50.7 million for the six months ended April 3, 2026, compared to the prior year period, primarily due to higher cash usage from changes in operating assets and liabilities.

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Aramark's latest quarterly report details robust financial performance, with significant increases in revenue, net income, and diluted EPS for both the quarter and year-to-date periods. The company also successfully refinanced $2.4 billion in debt with more favorable terms, enhancing financial flexibility. While cash used in operating activities increased, the overall financial health and growth trajectory are positive, confirming the strong Q2 results and raised outlook previously announced in an 8-K filing on the same day.