Exponent, Inc.

Exponent Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Exponent reported Q3 2026 total revenues of $173.7 million, up 18% year-over-year, with revenues before reimbursements up 12% to $153.1 million. Net income rose to $30.9 million, or $0.64 per diluted share, from $0.55 a year ago, while EBITDA margin expanded to 29.4% of revenues before reimbursements on 77% utilization. Management raised full-year guidance, now expecting revenues before reimbursements to grow 10-11% with EBITDA at 28.0-28.3% of revenues before reimbursements. Through nine months, Exponent paid $46.1 million in dividends and repurchased $146.1 million of stock, and declared a $0.31 quarterly dividend payable December 18, 2026.

•5d ago

Exponent Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Exponent delivered strong Q2 results with total revenues increasing 21% year-over-year to $171.6 million and diluted EPS rising to $0.60, driven by demand for AI-related user research and risk management services. Management raised full-year guidance, anticipating core revenue growth of 9% to 10% for fiscal 2026, up from previous expectations, while maintaining EBITDA margin outlook of 27.8% to 28.1%. The company returned significant capital to shareholders in the first half, paying $31.3 million in dividends and repurchasing $146.1 million of stock, alongside authorizing an additional $50 million for buybacks.

•3mo ago

Exponent Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend for Q3 2026 and Increases Stock Repurchase Authorization by $50 Million

Exponent’s Board declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per share, payable on September 18, 2026 to shareholders of record as of September 4, 2026. The Board additionally increased the company’s authority to repurchase common stock by $50 million. CEO Dr. Catherine Corrigan highlighted that the dividend and increased buyback reflect the durability of the business model and a disciplined capital allocation strategy.

•3mo ago

Exponent Raises $40M to Build the Financial Operating System for America's Franchise Operators

Exponent announced a Series A funding round exceeding $40 million, combining $7.5 million in equity led by Chailease and Era Funds with over $30 million in committed credit facilities. The capital supports the expansion of its integrated financial platform for multi-unit franchise operators, which includes lending, a corporate charge card, and an AI-powered accounting suite. The company reports serving over 100 operators across 10,000 locations, with revenue growing 800% year-over-year since its 2025 commercial launch.

•5mo ago

Exponent Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Exponent reported Q1 fiscal 2026 total revenue of $166.3 million, up 14% year-over-year, with net income rising to $29.6 million or $0.59 per diluted share. The company returned significant capital to shareholders, paying $16.6 million in dividends and repurchasing $78.8 million of stock, while the Board authorized an additional $50 million for buybacks. Management maintained full-year 2026 guidance for high-single digit revenue growth and EBITDA margins of 27.6% to 28.1%, citing strong demand in AI integration and risk management sectors.

•6mo ago

Exponent Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend for Q2 2026 and Increases Stock Repurchase Authorization by $50 Million

Exponent's Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per share, payable on June 18, 2026 to stockholders of record as of June 5, 2026. The company also increased its share repurchase authorization by $50 million, adding to the $17.7 million remaining under previous authorizations as of April 3, 2026. Management stated that the dividend and buyback increase reflect a continued commitment to returning capital, supported by strong profitability and balance sheet strength.

•6mo ago