Agilent Reports Strong Q3 Results, Raises Fiscal 2026 Guidance
Agilent Technologies Inc (NYSE:A) reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and revenue on August 27, 2026. The company's adjusted EPS came in at $1.62 per share, surpassing analyst estimates by $0.13, while revenue rose to $1.88 billion—up from forecasts of $1.84 billion. Agilent raised its fiscal year 2026 guidance for both earnings and revenue due to strong demand across all three business segments. The company now expects adjusted EPS between $6.18 and $6.21 per share, above the previous consensus estimate of $6.06. Full-year revenue is forecasted at $7.49 billion to $7.51 billion—up 7.8% year on year. Agilent also raised its fourth-quarter guidance with expected revenue between $1.98 billion and $2.0 billion. CEO Padraig McDonnell attributed the strong performance to strategic execution, improved market conditions, and product innovation. Bank of America analysts noted positive tailwinds from China demand recovery, pharmaceutical growth, and reshoring trends.
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