Heico Q3 EPS $1.67 beats $1.51 estimate, sales rise 23%
- Heico Q3 FY26 EPS of $1.67 beat the $1.51 consensus by 10.6%
- Net sales rose 23.13% YoY to $1.413 billion, exceeding the $1.350B estimate
- Electronic Technologies Group sales jumped 36% with 55% operating income growth
- Operating cash flow surged 49% to $345.3 million
- Net debt to EBITDA ratio improved to 1.57x from 1.60x

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Heico Corporation (NYSE: HEI) reported third quarter fiscal 2026 earnings per share of $1.67, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $1.51 by 10.6%. This represents a 32.54% increase over the $1.26 per share reported in the same period last year.
Net sales climbed 23.13% to a record $1.413 billion, surpassing the analyst consensus estimate of $1.350 billion by 4.69%. This compares to sales of $1.148 billion in the prior-year period.
Segment Performance
The Flight Support Group delivered record quarterly net sales of $947.8 million, an 18% increase year-over-year, supported by 12% organic growth. Its operating income rose 24% to $245.3 million, with margins improving to 25.9%.
The Electronic Technologies Group saw stronger momentum, with net sales jumping 36% to a record $483.5 million. Organic growth in this segment reached 18%, fueled by demand for aerospace and defense products. Operating income more than doubled, increasing 55% to $125.6 million, while operating margins expanded to 26.0%.
What the Numbers Show
The divergence in segment performance highlights Heico’s diversified growth engine. While the Flight Support Group provided stable, double-digit organic expansion (12%), the Electronic Technologies Group accelerated sharply with 18% organic growth and a 320-basis-point margin expansion. This suggests that higher-margin aerospace and defense electronics are increasingly driving profitability beyond volume gains alone.
Balance Sheet And Cash Flow
Cash flow from operating activities increased 49% to $345.3 million. The company improved its leverage profile, with the total debt to net income ratio declining to 3.00x from 3.14x, and the net debt to EBITDA ratio falling to 1.57x from 1.60x as of July 31, 2026.
During the quarter, Heico completed a public offering of $550 million of 4.950% Senior Notes due 2031 and $650 million of 5.400% Senior Notes due 2036. Proceeds were used to repay borrowings under its revolving credit facility.
Analyst Ratings And Price Targets
Wall Street analysts have recently adjusted their outlook for Heico, with several firms raising price targets while maintaining bullish ratings. Deutsche Bank analyst Scott Deuschle maintained a Buy rating and increased the price target from $403 to $421 on Aug. 19, 2026. Citigroup analyst John Godyn also maintained a Buy rating, boosting the target from $410 to $429 on Aug. 13, 2026.
Other notable adjustments include:
- UBS analyst Gavin Parsons maintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $371 to $390 on June 1, 2026.
- Wells Fargo analyst David Strauss maintained an Equal-Weight rating and boosted the target from $290 to $350 on June 1, 2026.
- RBC Capital analyst Ken Herbert maintained an Outperform rating and raised the target from $375 to $390 on May 29, 2026.
| Analyst | Firm | Rating | Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Deuschle | Deutsche Bank | Buy | $421 | Aug. 19, 2026 |
| John Godyn | Citigroup | Buy | $429 | Aug. 13, 2026 |
| Gavin Parsons | UBS | Neutral | $390 | June 1, 2026 |
| David Strauss | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | $350 | June 1, 2026 |
| Ken Herbert | RBC Capital | Outperform | $390 | May 29, 2026 |
Dividend And Share Performance
On June 15, Heico increased its cash dividend by 8%. Shares of Heico fell 0.7% to close at $352.67 on Monday.
Will the accelerated organic growth in the Electronic Technologies Group sustain its margin expansion trajectory, or is it subject to cyclical aerospace demand fluctuations?
How will Heico's recent $1.2 billion debt issuance impact its future financial flexibility and capital allocation strategy for acquisitions versus share buybacks?
Can the Flight Support Group maintain its 12% organic growth rate given potential headwinds in global air traffic recovery or maintenance cycle shifts?





























