Eastman Kodak Reports Strong Operational Gains in Q1, Revenue Up 7% and EBITDA Surges

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Eastman Kodak reported mixed first-quarter results, showing strong operational improvements with a 7% revenue increase and a significant jump in Operational EBITDA, though GAAP net loss widened and cash decreased.

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• Revenue Growth

  Consolidated revenues increased 7% year-over-year to $265 million in Q1 2026, driven by increases in both Print and Advanced Materials & Chemicals segments.

• Operational Profitability Surge

  Operational EBITDA significantly improved to $15 million in Q1 2026, up from $2 million in Q1 2025, reflecting improved pricing despite higher manufacturing costs.

• Gross Profit Expansion

  Gross profit rose 24% year-over-year to $57 million, with the gross profit percentage increasing by 3 percentage points to 22%.

• Increased Net Loss

  GAAP net loss widened to $16 million in Q1 2026, compared to a net loss of $7 million in the prior-year quarter.

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Eastman Kodak demonstrated strong operational improvements in the first quarter of 2026, with notable year-over-year growth in revenue, gross profit, and a significant increase in Operational EBITDA. This indicates a positive trend in the core business performance and execution of strategic initiatives. However, the GAAP net loss widened, and the cash balance decreased, partially due to a $50 million debt repayment and inventory build. Investors will likely focus on the continued operational momentum while monitoring the company's path to sustained profitability and cash generation.