FLEX REPORTS THIRD QUARTER FISCAL 2026 RESULTS

Core Insights - Flex reported strong performance in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, exceeding guidance across all metrics, driven by a diversified business model [2][5] - The company is confident in its role as a strategic enabler for customers in a complex and dynamic environment [2] Financial Performance - Reported net sales of $7.1 billion, an 8% increase compared to the prior year, surpassing guidance [5][6] - Achieved a record GAAP operating margin of 5.5% and a record adjusted operating margin of 6.5%, marking the fifth consecutive quarter with an adjusted operating margin of 6% or greater [5][6] - GAAP EPS was $0.64, while adjusted EPS reached a record of $0.87 [5][6] Fiscal Year 2026 Guidance - Updated guidance for fiscal year 2026 includes net sales projected between $27.2 billion and $27.5 billion, an increase from the previous range of $26.7 billion to $27.3 billion [4] - Adjusted operating margin guidance raised to 6.3% from a prior range of 6.2% to 6.3% [4] - Adjusted EPS guidance increased to a range of $3.21 to $3.27, up from $3.09 to $3.17 [4] Cash Flow and Capital Expenditures - Cash provided by operating activities was $420 million, with free cash flow reported at $275 million for the quarter [6][35] - The company continues to invest in growth, with net capital expenditures impacting cash flow [34][35] Operational Highlights - Flex's diversified business model spans multiple industries, including Data Center, which is crucial for its growth strategy [2][8] - The company is focused on advanced manufacturing and supply chain solutions, particularly in the AI era, addressing challenges in power, heat, and scale [8]