McGraw Hill Reports Strong Q3 2026 Results, Narrowed Net Loss, and Significant Debt Reduction

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McGraw Hill, Inc. reported a significantly narrowed net loss and increased Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2026, driven by strong digital growth in Higher Education and substantial debt repayments, further bolstered by favorable tax law changes.

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• Improved Q3 Financial Performance

  For the three months ended December 31, 2025, net loss significantly narrowed to $(20.2) million from $(52.9) million in the prior year. Revenue increased by 4.2% to $434.2 million, and Adjusted EBITDA grew by 7.6% to $135.9 million.

• Substantial Debt Reduction

  The company repaid an additional $200 million of debt on its A&E Term Loan Facility during Q3 2026, following a $385.7 million repayment from IPO proceeds in July 2025. This contributed to a 31.2% decrease in net interest expense for the quarter.

• Positive Impact from New Tax Legislation

  The enactment of H.R.1, the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' (OBBBA), on July 4, 2025, is expected to significantly reduce domestic income tax payable and deferred tax assets, resulting in an income tax benefit for the quarter.

• Strong Higher Education Segment Growth

  The Higher Education segment's revenue increased by 24.0% in Q3, primarily due to increased adoption of digital products, including 'Inclusive Access' sales, market share gains, and growth in U.S. enrollments.

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McGraw Hill, Inc.'s 10-Q filing provides a comprehensive view of its fiscal third quarter 2026 performance, detailing a substantial improvement in net loss and solid growth in Adjusted EBITDA. The company's strategic focus on digital products, particularly in Higher Education, is yielding positive results, driving revenue growth in that segment. A key highlight is the significant reduction in debt, with an additional $200 million repaid in Q3, building on the $385.7 million from IPO proceeds. This deleveraging is a strong positive for the company's financial health. Furthermore, the enactment of new tax legislation is expected to provide ongoing tax benefits. While some top-line figures and executive changes were previously announced in 8-K filings, this 10-Q offers critical underlying details and confirms the positive financial trajectory. Investors should note the strengthened balance sheet and continued digital transformation.