
Graham hits record revenue as defense and space demand surge
Graham (NYSE:GHM) announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, marking a period of record-setting performance for the Batavia, New York-based manufacturer.
The company, which specializes in mission-critical technologies for the Defense, Energy & Process, and Space industries, reported double-digit growth in both top-line revenue and profitability metrics.
For the fourth quarter, Graham recorded revenue of $67.1 million, a 13% increase compared to the prior-year period.
This momentum carried through the full fiscal year, with annual revenue climbing 17% to a record $245.3 million.
The company’s bottom-line performance also showed meaningful improvement, with fiscal 2026 net income per diluted share reaching $1.12.
On an adjusted basis, fiscal 2026 net income per diluted share rose 13% to $1.40, while adjusted EBITDA increased 16% to $26 million for the year.
A central driver of the company’s strong results was its record backlog of $532.6 million, which expanded 29% year-over-year.
This growth was fueled by a robust performance in new orders, which reached $359 million for the fiscal year, reflecting a book-to-bill ratio of 1.5x.
Management highlighted that this strong order intake underscores the sustained demand for Graham’s specialized fluid, power, heat transfer, and vacuum systems, particularly within the naval defense and emerging space sectors.
During the fiscal year, Graham significantly expanded its technological footprint through the completed acquisition of FlackTek™.
By integrating FlackTek’s advanced mixing and materials processing expertise, the company has established a third core technology platform, diversifying its capabilities and deepening its reach across all primary end markets.