WESCO International Reports Record Q2 Results Driven by Data Center Growth
WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE: WCC) reported record results in the second quarter of 2026, driven primarily by hyper-growth in data centers and strong performance across its diversified portfolio. Non-data center sales grew at a mid-single-digit rate, while the company's 'OneWesco' cross-selling strategy contributed to a 60% year-over-year increase in backlog across all three business units. The CSS segment was transformed into a double-digit EBITDA margin business through improved project execution and high-margin services. WESCO also expanded its data center value proposition by integrating power solutions and mission-critical cooling capabilities, supported by the recent acquisition of Newark Engineering on July 1, 2026. The company is benefiting from secular trends such as infrastructure investment, North American reshoring, and an emerging industrial super-cycle. WESCO raised full-year organic sales growth guidance to 9%-11%, citing strong backlog levels and accelerating momentum. It expects low double-digit third-quarter sales growth with a focus on working capital optimization through digital transformation initiatives.
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Topics: acquisition strategy backlog expansion data centers diversified portfolio growth