Aptiv PLC Q2 FY26 Results — Earnings Call Analysis

Published 30 May 2026 | Automobile Components | Market Cap: ₹13.5K Cr

- Full-year 2026 adjusted revenue growth expected at midpoint of 4%, with acceleration through the year, driven by program launches and ramp-ups (Page 5, 12). - Aptiv expects full-year 2026 adjusted revenue growth of 4% at the midpoint, with acceleration through the year.

From Aptiv PLC's Q2 FY26 earnings-call transcript · updated 30 May 2026.

Price

63.67

Market Cap

₹13.5K Cr

P/E Ratio

35.0

Revenue Rank

Rank 4

Margin Rank

Rank 2

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Revenue: Rank 4Margin: Rank 2
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📊 Revenue & Sales Performance

Rank 4
  • Full-year 2026 adjusted revenue growth expected at midpoint of 4%, with acceleration through the year, driven by program launches and ramp-ups (Page 5, 12).
  • Strong bookings of $5 billion with a $20 billion outlook for New Aptiv by 2026, reflecting confidence in pipeline and next-gen architectures (Page 13).
  • Positive revenue growth in China starting Q2 2026 due to new program launches and normalization after prior headwinds (Page 14).
  • Growth drivers include improved customer mix, especially with top China local OEMs, expansion in APAC ex-China regions (Japan, Korea), and strong nonautomotive market growth (Page 13).
  • Software segment showing solid and strong revenue growth, supporting overall 4%-7% growth guidance (Page 14).
  • Exposure to next-gen ADAS, smart vehicle architectures, and AI-related opportunities expected to contribute to future revenue acceleration (Pages 10, 13).

📈 Profitability & Margins

Rank 2
  • Aptiv expects full-year 2026 adjusted revenue growth of 4% at the midpoint, with acceleration through the year.
  • Adjusted EBITDA and EBITDA margin guided to $2.4 billion and 18.6% at midpoint.
  • Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) forecasted between $5.70 and $6.10 for 2026.
  • Q2 2026 adjusted revenue growth expected at 2% midpoint, with adjusted EBITDA of $580 million and margin of 17.6%.
  • EPS for Q2 projected at $1.40 midpoint.
  • Margins expected to improve second half due to program launches and operational performance initiatives despite inflationary pressures.
  • Management confident in offsetting increased input costs primarily via internal performance and partial customer pass-throughs.
  • Strong bookings pipeline of $20 billion by 2026 supports growth visibility.
  • Positive growth in China anticipated starting Q2 2026 and strong growth expected in full year 2026.

🏗️ Capital Expenditure Plans

Yes
  • Continued investments in supply chain resiliency for semiconductors, as noted in the 2026 financial guidance.
  • Focused investments in product engineering and go-to-market initiatives, particularly to diversify towards nonautomotive markets.
  • Ongoing investments in key strategic initiatives tied to next-generation end-to-end AI-powered ADAS platforms and robotics applications.
  • Committed to a balanced capital allocation approach that includes bolt-on acquisitions and organic investments to enhance earnings power.
  • Plans to leverage bolt-on M&A opportunities targeted for potential closing in calendar year 2026 to expand into new markets like aerospace, data centers, and industrial sectors.
  • Investments also target enhancing the data center and space product portfolios, building on existing Winchester products in Engineered Components.
  • Share repurchases planned alongside investments, indicating strategic deployment of free cash flow.

💰 Fundraising & Capital Structure

No information
  • Aptiv has raised $2.1 billion of gross debt by its EDS subsidiaries, assumed by Versigent on April 1st.
  • Year-to-date, Aptiv has paid down $2.1 billion of debt, including $300 million in Q1 and $1.8 billion in early April.
  • Debt repayment was funded by a $1.65 billion net dividend from Versigent and $400 million cash on hand.
  • Pro forma for the spin-off, New Aptiv's leverage remains consistent with previous levels.
  • Aptiv deployed $75 million toward share repurchases in Q1 and plans to continue share repurchases through the year.
  • The company is committed to a balanced capital allocation approach, focusing on bolt-on acquisitions, investments, and returning excess cash to shareholders.
  • No explicit announcement of new fundraising through debt or equity in this quarter, but ongoing investments and acquisitions are planned.

📋 Order Book & Pipeline

Yes
  • Strong new business bookings of $5 billion reported.
  • Confident in $20 billion bookings outlook for New Aptiv by 2026.
  • Bookings growth driven by automotive sector, especially next-gen ADAS, user experience, and smart vehicle architecture programs.
  • Active engagements with China local OEMs and European OEMs supporting overseas manufacturing initiatives.
  • Significant bookings growth also seen in APAC non-China markets like Japan and Korea.
  • Nonautomotive space showing very strong growth with high potential bookings in sectors such as robotics, drones, and data centers.
  • Long funnel of bolt-on M&A opportunities targeted to close in 2026 to further accelerate growth in industrial and nonautomotive segments.

Key Metrics

Revenue

Rank 4

Margin

Rank 2

Capex

Yes

Fundraise

No information

Order Book

Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What were Aptiv PLC Q2 FY26 results?

- Full-year 2026 adjusted revenue growth expected at midpoint of 4%, with acceleration through the year, driven by program launches and ramp-ups (Page 5, 12). - Aptiv expects full-year 2026 adjusted revenue growth of 4% at the midpoint, with acceleration through the year.

What is Aptiv PLC share price analysis?

Aptiv PLC currently shows a neutral. The stock trades at a P/E of 35.0 with a market cap of $13,474. Investors should review the full earnings analysis for detailed insights.

Is Aptiv PLC planning capital expenditure?

- Continued investments in supply chain resiliency for semiconductors, as noted in the 2026 financial guidance.

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