Tecnoglass Q1 revenue +12% to $249M, but operating income fell 24% on margin compression

Filed May 8, 2026 · Period ending March 31, 2026 · Compared to 10-Q May 8, 2025 · ~2 min read

Key Changes

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  Operating income declined 24% YoY to $44.9M despite 12% revenue growth, driven by 540-bp gross margin compression from rising aluminum prices, a one-time double-digit Colombian minimum wage increase, and unfavorable revenue mix toward installation-heavy commercial work.

  MD&A: Operating Results verify on EDGAR →
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  Operating cash flow fell from $46.9M to $6.7M as the company built $34.3M in inventory (procuring U.S.-sourced aluminum for tariff mitigation) and carried higher receivables from commercial installation projects with longer cash cycles.

  MD&A: Cash Flow verify on EDGAR →
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  Backlog (remaining performance obligations) grew 13% to $878.3M, with $432.3M expected to convert in 2026, supporting near-term revenue visibility despite margin headwinds.

  Notes: Revenue Recognition verify on EDGAR →