Fortune Brands Reports Q3 2026 Revenue Decline Amid Softness in Water and Security Segments
Fortune Brands (FBIN) reported third-quarter revenue of $1.1 billion, a 3.1% year-over-year decline primarily driven by weakness in the Water Innovations and Security segments. While the Outdoors segment saw slight growth, overall operating margins fell to 14% due to unfavorable price/cost dynamics and higher service expenses. The company's GAAP EPS was significantly impacted by a $0.47 asset impairment charge. To improve financial health, the company is undergoing portfolio optimization, including the $160 million divestiture of Fiberon and exiting certain businesses in China and EMEA. Management has also lowered its full-year 2026 sales and non-GAAP EPS guidance to reflect a challenging macroeconomic environment and softer new construction markets. Despite these headwinds, free cash flow increased to $331.1 million, bolstered by tariff refund proceeds.
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