Bombardier Inc. (BBD.B:CA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Overview
The earnings call summary reveals strong financial performance, with significant growth in adjusted net income and EPS. Despite some supply chain challenges, management remains optimistic about future growth, particularly in services and defense. The Q&A section highlights a disciplined approach to capital allocation and potential upside in various segments. Although there is a lack of specific guidance for certain areas, the overall sentiment is positive, with expectations for continued growth and strategic expansion. The focus on reducing debt and disciplined capital deployment further supports a positive outlook.
Key Financial Performance
Revenue Revenue increased 10% year-over-year to approximately $9.6 billion, driven by solid execution across the board.
Free Cash Flow Free cash flow reached $1.072 billion for the full year, a historic cash generation for the company, and almost 5x more than in 2024.
Adjusted EBITDA Adjusted EBITDA increased 15% year-over-year to $1.56 billion, with an adjusted EBITDA margin reaching 16.3%, despite facing supplier disruption costs.
Aircraft Deliveries 157 aircraft were delivered, an increase of 11 units (7.5%) compared to last year, driven by strong execution and increased pricing.
Services Revenue Services revenue reached $2.3 billion, representing a growth of 13% compared to the year before, driven by expansion strategy and growing service offerings.
Defense Revenue Defense revenue crossed the $1 billion threshold, driven by 16 deliveries, putting the company several years ahead of its growth plan.
Backlog Backlog increased by $3.1 billion (22%) year-over-year to $17.5 billion, supported by a 1.4x unit book-to-bill and additional momentum from services and defense modification orders.
Net Leverage Net leverage finished at 1.9x, better than the low end of the 2 to 2.5x range set for 2025, reflecting disciplined execution and balance sheet strength.
Adjusted Net Income Adjusted net income increased 47% year-over-year to $805 million, driving an EPS of $7.72 per share, up 50% from the previous year.
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Operating Highlights
Global 8000: Entered into service in December, setting a new benchmark with a top speed of Mach 0.95 and the lowest cabin altitude in the industry at 2,691 feet. Achieved performance targets while securing approvals from Transport Canada, DSA, and EASA.
Challenger 300 Series: Delivered the 1,000th aircraft, reinforcing its reliability and consistency as one of the most successful platforms in business aviation.
Defense Business: Achieved record defense sales, crossing $1 billion in revenue with 16 deliveries. Expanded global presence with contracts such as 6 Global 6500 multi-role aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force and partnerships with nations like France, Germany, and South Korea.
Service Network Expansion: Achieved record service revenue of $2.3 billion, a 13% growth. Expanded U.S. service network with new centers, including a major one at Fort Wayne International Airport, Indiana. Acquired Velocity Maintenance Solution to enhance customer responsiveness.
Financial Performance: Revenue increased 10% year-over-year to $9.6 billion. Free cash flow reached $1.072 billion, and adjusted EBITDA margin was 16.3%. Delivered 157 aircraft, an 11-unit increase from the previous year.
Supply Chain Management: Proactively addressed global supply chain issues, embedding teams within the supply chain to manage disruptions. Anticipates further improvements in the second half of 2026.
Capital Allocation: Transitioned from a deleveraging phase to a capital allocation phase. Reduced net leverage to 1.9x and achieved credit rating upgrades. Plans to reduce net leverage further to 1.5x and explore opportunistic M&A.
Backlog and Order Activity: Backlog reached $17.5 billion, a 22% increase year-over-year, with a unit book-to-bill ratio of 1.4. Secured a historic 50-aircraft firm order with Bond valued at $1.7 billion, with options for 70 additional aircraft.
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Risk or Challenges
Supply Chain Disruptions: Despite proactive measures, Bombardier continues to face challenges in the global supply chain, which have been described as the most significant supplier disruption costs in the past five years. These disruptions are expected to persist into 2026, particularly in the first half of the year, with deeper issues requiring ongoing management.
Geopolitical and Market Variability: The company acknowledges inherent variability from market seasonality and geopolitical factors, which could impact cash flow generation and operational stability.
Supplier Dependency: Bombardier's reliance on suppliers for critical components has led to increased costs and operational challenges, particularly during periods of disruption.
Incremental Strategic Investments: The company plans to make higher R&D and operational investments in 2026, which could pressure margins and profitability in the short term.
Working Capital Variability: Order activity, order mix, supply chain performance, and production rates are identified as factors that could lead to variability in working capital, potentially impacting cash flow.
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Guidance & Outlook
2026 Revenue Expectations: Expected to exceed $10 billion, driven by increased aircraft deliveries, strong growth in services business, and pricing tailwinds.
2026 Adjusted EBITDA: Projected to be greater than $1.625 billion, reflecting strong margin conversion on incremental revenues and partial recovery of supplier disruption costs in the second half of the year.
2026 Free Cash Flow: Guidance set between $600 million to $1 billion, influenced by working capital factors such as order activity, supply chain performance, and production rates.
Aircraft Deliveries: More than 157 aircraft expected to be delivered in 2026, with a strong backlog of $17.5 billion providing visibility into future revenues and earnings.
Services Business Growth: Continued strong growth trajectory expected, with 2025 services revenue already reaching a record $2.3 billion, a 13% increase year-over-year.
Defense Business Expansion: Defense revenues crossed $1 billion in 2025, with expectations for continued growth supported by a strong backlog and new opportunities.
Capital Expenditures: CapEx expected to increase to approximately $300 million in 2026, up from below $200 million in previous years, to support product, facility, and growth investments.
Net Leverage Goals: Targeting a reduction in net leverage towards 1.5x over time, down from the current 1.9x, to strengthen the balance sheet and enhance shareholder value.
M&A Opportunities: Focus on opportunistic, tuck-in acquisitions, such as the recent acquisition of Velocity Maintenance Solution, to enhance customer service offerings and support U.S. services expansion.
Quarterly Delivery Profile: Aircraft deliveries expected to be skewed towards Q4, similar to 2025, with Q1 deliveries potentially affecting quarterly EBITDA due to customer and aircraft mix.
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Key Q&A
Q:Can you provide details on the supply chain costs embedded in the 2026 guidance and visibility into these costs exiting the cost base?
A:Eric Martel explained that the company has significantly reduced shortages from 5,000 three years ago to 500 currently. However, one engine OEM still causes inefficiencies, costing millions of dollars. Bart Demosky added that the 150 basis point headwind equates to $150 million of EBITDA on $10 billion revenue, and recovery is expected in the back half of the year.
Q:Are you still guiding to high single-digit growth for the services segment, or is there near-term upside into 2026 and 2027?
A:Bart Demosky stated that near-term growth is expected to be around or just under double-digit year-over-year. The company is aiming for the upper end of the $2.8 billion to $3.5 billion range for services revenue, with potential to exceed it. Eric Martel added that the business is predictable due to maintenance schedules and potential acquisitions or capability expansions.
Q:Does share buyback or dividend enter the capital allocation framework this year, or is the focus still on deleveraging?
A:Bart Demosky stated that the company is transitioning from deleveraging to capital allocation but is not yet ready to return cash to shareholders. The focus remains on reducing debt and deploying capital in a disciplined, ROIC-focused manner.
Q:What is the opportunity in the defense business over the next 3 to 5 years?
A:Eric Martel mentioned that the defense business has grown faster than expected, contributing significantly last year. The $1.5 billion target by 2030 remains achievable, with potential upside. However, contracts are complex and take time.
Q:How do you view underlying demand and production rates for aircraft deliveries through the end of the decade?
A:Eric Martel noted strong market demand and backlog, with investments made to increase production capacity. The company delivered more than 150 aircraft last year and plans to deliver more this year, contingent on supply chain robustness.
Q:What is the defense revenue expectation in 2026?
A:Bart Demosky stated that the company does not guide on revenues for the defense segment, as it is built into the base business.
Q:Have EBITDA margins peaked, considering the tax credit benefits in Q4?
A:Bart Demosky explained that the company has significant R&D tax credits and will continue to replenish them. EBITDA margins have not peaked, with potential for growth as supply chain costs are reduced. Velocity's EBITDA accretion will start in 2027.
Q:Was there anything outsized in nature that led to strong free cash generation in Q4?
A:Bart Demosky attributed the strong free cash flow of almost $1.1 billion to consistent variability in working capital, strong sales mix favoring Global 8000, and robust order activity. There were no one-time items.
Q:Is the recent capacity expansion speculative or based on current demand?
A:Eric Martel clarified that the expansion is based on solid backlog and demand forecasting, particularly from fleet operators. The investment aligns with anticipated market growth over the next 10 years.
Q:What is the assumption for order activity or book-to-bill in the free cash flow guidance?
A:Bart Demosky stated that the guidance assumes a book-to-bill of one times, with variability due to order activity, supply chain performance, and production rates. The range reflects normal working capital variability.
Q:Can working capital swings or delivery profiles be smoothed out?
A:Bart Demosky explained that working capital variability is influenced by supply chain issues and production growth. Stabilization will occur with improved supply chain performance and stable production rates. However, Q4 will always have higher deliveries due to U.S. tax benefits.
Q:How should we think about the delivery cadence for the Global 8000 and engagement with the FAA?
A:Eric Martel stated that the Global 8000 delivery cadence is aligned with demand. Regarding FAA engagement, he clarified that recent issues are unrelated to Bombardier and are expected to be resolved soon, with no impact on operations.
Q:Review of Unclear Management Responses
A:Management avoided providing specific revenue guidance for the defense segment in 2026 and did not disclose detailed figures for R&D tax credits or the exact impact of Velocity on EBITDA in 2026. Additionally, they did not provide a clear timeline for when capital returns to shareholders might begin.
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