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Earnings Performance: Cintas Corporation reported Q2 fiscal 2026 earnings of $1.21 per share, exceeding estimates, with a year-over-year increase of 11%. Total revenues reached $2.80 billion, up 9.3% from the previous year.

Segment Revenue Growth: The Uniform Rental and Facility Services segment generated $2.16 billion in revenue (up 8.3%), while the First Aid and Safety Services segment saw a 14.3% increase to $342.2 million. All Other businesses contributed $302.4 million, reflecting an 11.2% rise.

Cost and Profit Analysis: Cintas' cost of sales rose 8% to $1.39 billion, with gross profit increasing 10.6% to $1.41 billion, resulting in a gross margin of 50.4%. Selling and administrative expenses also increased by 10.4%.

Future Outlook: For fiscal 2026, Cintas expects revenues between $11.15-$11.22 billion and earnings per share of $4.81-$4.88, both higher than previous estimates. The company also plans to manage net interest expenses of approximately $104 million.

Fourth-Quarter Performance: Carnival Corporation reported adjusted earnings per share of 34 cents for Q4 fiscal 2025, exceeding estimates, while revenues of $6.33 billion fell slightly short of expectations but increased 6.6% year-over-year.

Strong Year-End Results: The company achieved record results in fiscal 2025, with adjusted net income rising over 60% and total revenues reaching $26.62 billion, reflecting solid demand and effective cost control.

Positive Outlook for Fiscal 2026: Carnival anticipates continued growth with projected adjusted EBITDA of approximately $7.63 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.48, supported by strong booking momentum and high occupancy rates.

Financial Stability: As of November 30, 2025, Carnival's liquidity stood at $6.4 billion, with total debt reduced to $26.64 billion, indicating a strengthened financial position and improved balance sheet metrics.