WESCO International, Inc. · WCC · FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026
Wesco raises 2026 outlook as data-center demand accelerates
WESCO’s current analysis supports the view that resilient data-center, utility, and construction demand is translating into stronger growth and higher guidance. The next test is whether the company can convert its record backlog while managing working capital, capacity, pricing, and project-timing risks.
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What changed
Compared with the prior-quarter analysis, the outlook is higher: organic sales growth is now 13–14% versus the prior 9–11% outlook, while data-center sales have grown to about 23% of revenue. Backlog also reached a new record after rising approximately 140% year over year, and management added a stated target for at least 100 basis points of EBITDA margin benefit from digital transformation and AI.
Guidance delta
Management raised the full-year 2026 outlook to 13–14% organic sales growth, about 7.2% adjusted EBITDA margin, and $18–$18.50 EPS.
Key takeaways
- Record Q3 results showed double-digit growth across sales, backlog, adjusted EBITDA, and EPS.
- Data-center sales grew 55% year over year and reached about 23% of revenue.
- Backlog rose approximately 140% year over year to a record across all three business units.
- Free cash flow was $184 million and net leverage improved to 2.8x.
- Digital transformation and AI initiatives are targeted to provide at least 100 basis points of EBITDA margin expansion.
Management priorities
- Scale data-center and utility/grid-services capacity.
- Roll out the digital platform across locations.
- Expand generative and agentic AI applications.
- Open the Texas facility with advanced data-center testing capabilities.
- Discuss data-center strategy at the November 10 virtual investor event.
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Snapshot as of publicationWESCO International, Inc. functions as a prominent global distributor, delivering an array of business-to-business logistical services and sophisticated supply chain management solutions across the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company organizes its operations into three distinct divisions: Electrical & Electronic Solutions (EES), Communications & Security Solutions (CSS), and Utility and Broadband Solutions (UBS). The EES segment furnishes clients with both products and strategic supply chain frameworks. Its offerings span electrical apparatus, automated and connected devices, security systems, lighting solutions, various wire and cable types, and safety gear, in addition to essential maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies. This division further extends its capabilities through contractor support, programs for optimizing manufacturing supply chains (both direct and indirect), advisory services for lighting and renewable energy initiatives, and advanced digital and automation tools.…
Industrials peers this season
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFL GFL Environmental Inc. | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | +2.2% | +3.3% | GFL raises 2026 guidance as SECURE synergies lift Q3 |
| DRS Leonardo DRS, Inc. | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | +30.0% | +11.7% | Leonardo DRS raises FY26 outlook as backlog reaches $5.6 billion |
| TT Trane Technologies plc | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | — | -3.9% | Trane raises revenue outlook as HVAC and data-center demand stay strong |
| HWM Howmet Aerospace Inc. | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | — | +5.5% | Howmet Q3: Strong Demand, Higher Guidance, and Capacity Risk |
| EME EMCOR Group, Inc. | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | — | +1.6% | EMCOR raises 2026 outlook as data-center demand lifts RPO |
| LHX L3Harris Technologies, Inc. | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | — | +6.8% | L3Harris lifts guidance as backlog and cash flow accelerate |
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- KIM-PLFY2026 Q3 · October 29, 2026+101.6% EPS— move
- MRKFY2026 Q3 · October 29, 2026+19.1% EPS+3.8% move
- DRSFY2026 Q3 · October 29, 2026+30.0% EPS+11.7% move
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