Core Insights - Alstom SA is a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility solutions, focusing on innovative transportation systems and competing with major players like Siemens Mobility and Bombardier Transportation [1] Financial Performance - For Q2 2026, Alstom reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.03, matching estimates, and revenue of approximately $10.54 billion, surpassing the estimated $10.50 billion [2] - Group sales reached €9.1 billion in the first half of the 2025/26 fiscal year, marking a 3.2% increase, with a notable 7.9% rise on an organic basis [3] - Adjusted EBIT rose by 13% to €580 million, with an adjusted EBIT margin of 6.4%, up by 50 basis points compared to the previous fiscal year [4] - The company reported a net profit of €220 million, significantly up from €53 million in the first semester of fiscal year 2024/25, reflecting strong commercial momentum [4] Future Outlook - Alstom is set for a solid second half, maintaining group and Rolling Stock book-to-bill ratios above 1 [5] - The company has upgraded its organic sales outlook to above 5%, up from the previous forecast of 3-5% [5] - With a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 117.39, investor confidence in Alstom's future earnings potential is evident [5] - Financial metrics indicate a stable position, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34 and a current ratio of 0.97 [5]