Westrock Coffee Q2 2026: Adjusted EBITDA Jumps 39%, Free Cash Flow Turns Positive, Guidance Reaffirmed
WEST has more than doubled off its 52-week low of $3.59.
Summary
Westrock Coffee reported Q2 2026 results with Adjusted EBITDA up 39% to $21.3M, free cash flow turning positive, and reaffirmed 2026 guidance of $90–$100M in Adjusted EBITDA.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · WEST
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Adjusted EBITDA Surges 39%
Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA reached $21.3 million in Q2 2026, up from $15.3 million a year ago, driven by a 12.7% increase in Beverage Solutions segment EBITDA.
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Free Cash Flow Turns Positive
The company generated positive free cash flow ahead of schedule, aided by a sharp reduction in capital expenditures to $6.5 million from $20.5 million in Q2 2025.
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2026 Guidance Reaffirmed
Management reiterated its full-year 2026 Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA outlook of $90 million to $100 million, signaling confidence in continued momentum.
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Net Loss Narrows
Net loss improved to $13.7 million from $21.6 million in the prior-year quarter, reflecting lower operating expenses and higher gross profit in Beverage Solutions.
Analysis · WEST · Manufacturing
A strong Q2 2026 saw Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA climb 38.9% to $21.3 million, fueled by a 16.8% sales surge in Beverage Solutions. Free cash flow turned positive ahead of plan as capital expenditures fell sharply, marking the end of heavy investment in the Conway facility. Management reaffirmed full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $90–$100 million, underscoring confidence in the growth trajectory. While the improved profitability and cash generation reduce near-term financial risk, the company remains in a net loss position and carries significant debt.
At the time of this filing, WEST was trading at $8.09 on NASDAQ in the Manufacturing sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $789.2M. The 52-week trading range was $3.59 to $10.19. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 7 out of 10.