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Overview. In the third quarter of 2026, CVG delivered year-over-year revenue growth across all 3 segments, reflecting ongoing efforts to reduce end-market concentration in cyclical North American Class 8 truck exposure through geographic and end-market diversification. While there are still macroeconomic uncertainties to monitor, we believe CVG is hitting its stride as new business wins are ramping up coincidentally with a recovery in key end markets.
3Q26 Numbers. Revenue of $208.1 million rose 36.5%. We had forecast $195 million. Gross margin expanded 300 bp to 13.5% and was up 80 bp sequentially. Adjusted EBITDA came in at $8.5 million, versus $4.6 million in 3Q25. Adjusted EPS was $0.03 compared to an adjusted net loss of $0.14/sh last year. We had forecast $10 million and $0.03, respectively.
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Delivered strong revenue growth and margin expansion Returned to positive GAAP and Adjusted EPS Raises revenue outlook and narrows Adjusted EBITDA guidance range Appoints David Ruppel as President and CEO and a member of the Board
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Nov. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CVG (NASDAQ: CVGI), a diversified industrial products and services company, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2026.
Third Quarter2026Highlights(Results from Continuing Operations; compared with prior year, where comparisons are noted)
Revenues of $208.1 million, up 36.5%, primarily driven by increased demand across all three segments.
Gross margin expansion of 300 basis points versus Q3 2025 and 80 basis points sequentially versus Q2 2026 primarily from volume leverage and operational efficiency improvements.
Operating income of $7.7 million, which included $3.1 million gain on sale of assets, up $8.7 million, compared to an operating loss of $1.1 million. Adjusted operating income of $5.6 million, compared to $1.6 million.
Net income from continuing operations of $5.6 million, or $0.14 per diluted share and adjusted net income of $1.2 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to net loss from continuing operations of $6.8 million, or $(0.20) per diluted share and adjusted net loss of $4.6 million, or $(0.14) per diluted share. Net income includes a $4.1 million pre-tax warrant liability revaluation benefit.
Adjusted EBITDA of $8.5 million, compared to $4.6 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 4.1%, up from 3.0%.
James Ray, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “The third quarter demonstrated the earnings potential of a leaner, more efficient, and more focused CVG. Strong volume growth across all three segments, together with productivity gains, drove meaningful revenue growth and improvement in gross margin, adjusted operating income, and adjusted EBITDA. We see further opportunities to improve performance, particularly through driving plant efficiencies and recovering higher commodity and freight costs.”
Mr. Ray continued, “Trim Systems & Components delivered the strongest year-over-year growth, benefiting from higher North American Class 8 production volumes and new program launches. Global Electrical Systems benefited from new program ramps and increased demand in construction markets, and we continue to work closely with Zoox to support their production plans. Global Seating delivered solid growth while executing the footprint initiatives in China, the U.S., and the U.K. We expect these initiatives to lower our cost base over time. We expect the combination of new business ramps, continued operational improvement and execution in our key end markets to support further earnings growth into 2027.”
Angie O’Leary, Chief Financial Officer, added, “The third quarter marks a meaningful step in our transition toward profitable growth, with stronger volume translating into higher adjusted margins and positive adjusted EPS. As growth accelerates, our financial priorities remain clear: converting higher earnings into cash, strengthening the balance sheet and investing in the working capital and capacity needed to support new business. We made progress in each area this quarter, including reducing net leverage to approximately 2.7 times. We remain focused on driving profitable growth and progressing toward our net leverage goal of approximately two times. Based on our performance through the first nine months of the year, and our expectations for the fourth quarter, we are raising our full-year revenue outlook. We are also reducing the top end of the Adjusted EBITDA guidance range, reflecting incremental expenses related to the CEO succession.”
CEO Succession Plan
The Company also announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has appointed David Ruppel as the Company’s next President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board, in each case effective November 9, 2026. Mr. Ruppel will succeed James Ray, who will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board on November 9, 2026 and will remain with CVG as a Senior Advisor through his retirement on January 5, 2027.
The Board extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Ray for his outstanding leadership and the significant contributions he has made to CVG during his tenure and appreciates his continued counsel as Senior Advisor to support a seamless transition. During his nearly three years as CEO, Mr. Ray guided the Company through challenging end market conditions, refinanced its balance sheet, and transformed its operating structure to sharpen CVG’s focus on profitable growth. Mr. Ray’s resignation did not result from any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to its operations, policies or practices.
Mr. Ruppel brings more than 25 years of operational and general management experience across many of CVG’s key end markets, including commercial vehicles, electrical systems, and industrials. He currently serves as Senior Vice President and General Manager, Transportation & Logistics at Littelfuse, Inc., with global P&L responsibility for a $700 million segment, having previously led its Commercial Vehicle products business. His career also spans automotive and aerospace & defense, giving him a broad perspective on the customers, technologies, and demand cycles that shape CVG’s business. Prior to Littelfuse, Mr. Ruppel served as President of IDEX Optical Technologies and President of Montevideo Technology, Inc., leading global businesses through growth, acquisition integration, and operational transformation. Prior to that, he spent approximately 20 years in operational and general management roles at Herman Miller, Eaton, and Cooper Industries, including deep experience in electrical power management and manufacturing at Cooper and Eaton.
Mr. Ruppel holds an Executive Master of Business Administration from Marquette University and a Bachelor of Science in Management from Cardinal Stritch University.
“We have found an exceptional leader whose deep operating experience and strong record of execution position him well to advance CVG’s strategy and drive growth,” said William C. Johnson, Chairman of the Board. “David is a seasoned, results-oriented executive who has led complex global businesses, including in the commercial vehicle and electrical markets that are central to the Company. He is the right leader to guide CVG through its next phase of growth, and I am confident that this transition will be smooth.”
Mr. Ruppel said, “I am honored to be appointed President and CEO and thank the Board for its confidence. I look forward to partnering with our talented employees around the world as we execute our strategy and deliver value for our customers and shareholders. CVG is a diverse organization with a global footprint and broad product portfolio, and I am excited for the opportunity to lead it. Having spent my career in markets closely aligned with CVG’s, I see a strong foundation with clear potential to deliver profitable growth.”
Third Quarter Financial Results from Continuing Operations (amounts in millions except per share data and percentages)
Consolidated Results from Continuing Operations
Third Quarter 2026 Results
Third quarter 2026 revenues were $208.1 million, compared to $152.5 million in the prior year period, an increase of 36.5%. The overall increase in revenues was primarily due to increased customer demand in global markets and the ramp of previously awarded new business wins across all three of our segments.
Operating income in the third quarter 2026 was $7.7 million, which included $3.1 million gain on sale of assets, up $8.7 million compared to an operating loss of $1.1 million in the prior year period. Third quarter 2026 adjusted operating income was $5.6 million, compared to adjusted operating income of $1.6 million in the prior year period. The increase in adjusted operating income was primarily attributable to the impact of higher sales volumes and operational efficiency improvements, partially offset by higher SG&A expense, driven primarily by share-based compensation, increased performance-based incentive compensation, and recruiting costs related to the CEO succession process.
Interest associated with debt and other expenses was $3.4 million and $4.1 million for the third quarter 2026 and 2025, respectively, with the decrease for the third quarter 2026 due to lower debt balances.
Net income from continuing operations was $5.6 million, or $0.14 per diluted share, for the third quarter 2026 compared to net loss of $6.8 million, or $(0.20) per diluted share, in the prior year period. Net income includes a $4.1 million pre-tax warrant liability revaluation benefit. Third quarter 2026 adjusted net income from continuing operations was $1.2 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net loss of $4.6 million, or $(0.14) per diluted share.
On September 30, 2026, the Company had $34.2 million of outstanding borrowings on its U.S. revolving credit facility and $1.5 million outstanding borrowings on its China credit facility, $39.8 million of cash and $83.3 million of availability from the credit facilities (subject to customary borrowing base and other conditions), resulting in total liquidity of $123.1 million.
Third Quarter 2026 Segment Results
Global Seating Segment
Revenues were $84.7 million compared to $68.7 million for the prior year period, an increase of 23.3%, due primarily to increased customer demand in North America and Asia-Pacific markets.
Operating income was $3.6 million, compared to $1.4 million in the prior year period, an increase of $2.2 million, driven by higher sales and improved gross margin performance. Third quarter 2026 adjusted operating income was $4.6 million compared to $2.9 million in the prior year period.
Global Electrical Systems Segment
Revenues were $64.4 million compared to $49.5 million in the prior year period, an increase of 30.2%, primarily as a result of ramping new business wins and increased customer demand in construction markets.
Operating income was $3.7 million compared to operating income of $0.8 million in the prior year period. The increase in operating income was primarily attributable to higher volume and product mix.
Trim Systems and Components Segment
Revenues were $58.9 million compared to $34.3 million in the prior year period, an increase of 71.9%, primarily due to higher sales volume as a result of increased customer demand in North America, including improved product mix.
Operating income was $5.8 million compared to operating loss of $0.9 million in the prior year period. The increase in operating income was primarily attributable to higher demand, improved operational efficiencies, and a gain on sale of assets. Third quarter 2026 adjusted operating income was $2.7 million compared to an adjusted operating loss of $0.3 million in the prior year period.
Outlook
CVG updated the Company’s outlook for the full year 2026, based on current market conditions:
Metric
Prior 2026 Outlook ($ millions)
Updated 2026 Outlook ($ millions)
Revenues
$725 – $755
$755 – $775
Adjusted EBITDA
$26 – $31
$26 – $29
Free Cash Flow
Positive
Positive
This outlook reflects, among others, current industry forecasts for North America Class 8 truck builds. According to ACT Research, 2026 North American Class 8 truck production levels are expected to be at 272,442 units, up 8% versus the 2025 actual Class 8 truck builds of 251,251 units.
The outlook for the Construction end market reflects high-single digit growth in 2026.
Our long-term incentive awards are designed to align executive compensation with shareholder returns. Our adjusted EBITDA outlook incorporates current estimates of long-term performance shares settled in cash. Under GAAP accounting, such awards are remeasured each reporting period. Therefore, changes in our share price could materially affect our Adjusted EBITDA outlook. While this creates periodic earnings volatility under GAAP, it does not represent a corresponding change in our underlying cost structure. (see Appendix A)
GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation
A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures referenced in this release is included as Appendix A to this release.
Conference Call
A conference call to discuss this press release is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Management intends to reference the Q3 2026 Earnings Call Presentation during the conference call. To participate, dial (833) 461-5787 using conference code 592968497. International participants dial (585) 542-9983 using conference code 592968497.
This call is being webcast and can be accessed through the “Investors” section of CVG’s website at ir.cvgrp.com, where it will be archived and available for replay for one year.
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About CVG
CVG is a global provider of systems, assemblies and components to global commercial vehicle markets and electric vehicle markets. We deliver real solutions to complex design, engineering and manufacturing problems while creating positive change for our customers, industries and communities we serve. Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.
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Overview. CVG delivered year-over-year revenue growth across all three segments, reflecting ongoing efforts to reduce end-market concentration in cyclical North American Class 8 truck exposure through geographic and end-market diversification. While there are still macroeconomic uncertainties to monitor, CVG is hitting its stride as new business wins are ramping coincidentally with a recovery in key end markets.
2Q26 Results. CVG reported 2Q26 revenue of $195.2 million, up from $172 million in the year-ago period, a 13.5% increase, driven by increased customer demand in international markets and the ramp of previously awarded new business wins across all three operating segments. We were at $173 million. Gross margin improved both y-o-y and sequentially to 12.9%. One-time items impacted the reported bottom line. On an adjusted basis, CVG reported a net loss of $0.13/sh, up from a loss of $0.09/sh last year, reflecting increased incentive comp expense in 2Q26 over 2Q25.
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First Raise. Commercial Vehicle Group reported that it has made the first raise under the recently announced $25 million Capital on Demand agreement. As of June 29, 2026, the Company had sold 2.6 million shares of common stock in the ATM Program, generating net proceeds of approximately $11.6 million.
Use of Proceeds. As required by the Company’s secured term loan facility, all net proceeds were used by the Company to pay down outstanding indebtedness and the associated prepayment premium under the facility. As we noted previously, as of June 17, 2026, outstanding indebtedness under the Term Loan was $80 million. The Term Loan matures in June 2030 with a current interest rate of 13.47%. Any reduction in the outstanding loan balance is a positive for the Company, in our view, not only reducing high-cost debt but also eventually providing additional financial flexibility.
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Growth Avenue. In Electrical Systems, CVG continues to pursue a differentiated solutions strategy, positioning the Company to increase content per vehicle. For example, due to the redundant nature from a safety perspective, the electrical content in an autonomous vehicle is almost double that of an ICE vehicle. This provides CVG with a significant growth opportunity, in our opinion. Similarly, in CVG’s legacy markets, as vehicles develop more content for either autonomous operation or feature comfort additions, that increases the content per vehicle.
End Markets. CVG’s key end markets, Electrical Systems and the Class 8 truck market, are showing signs of improvement. Management continues to expect the Electrical Systems market to expand by more than 10% in 2026. The Class 8 truck market is projected to grow by 9% in 2026, with recent orders suggesting the possibility of even greater growth.
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Overview. Commercial Vehicle Group reported better-than-expected results in the first quarter of 2026, returning to revenue growth at the consolidated level. Electrical Systems led the way with 13.9% revenue growth, while Global Seating sales were up 1.5% in the quarter. Management reaffirmed full-year guidance.
1Q26 Results. Consolidated revenue of $171.5 million was up 1% y-o-y and exceeded our $160 million projection. Adjusted gross margin expanded 200bp sequentially and was up 150 bp y-o-y. Adjusted operating income was flat at $2 million, while adjusted EBITDA fell to $4.8 million from $5.8 million in the prior year quarter due to higher SG&A costs. CVG reported adjusted net loss of $3.4 million, or $0.10/sh, versus an adjusted loss of $2.6 million, or $0.08/sh, last year partly driven by higher interest expense.
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NEW ALBANY, Ohio, April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Commercial Vehicle Group (the “Company” or “CVG”) (NASDAQ: CVGI) will hold its quarterly conference call on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET, to discuss first quarter 2026 financial results. CVG will issue a press release and presentation prior to the conference call.
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About CVG
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, is a global provider of systems, assemblies and components to global commercial vehicle markets and electric vehicle markets. We deliver real solutions to complex design, engineering and manufacturing problems while creating positive change for our customers, industries, and communities we serve. Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.
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Sale/Leaseback. Commercial Vehicle Group has completed a sale-leaseback transaction for its manufacturing facility in Vonore, Tennessee, which generated $16 million in proceeds. The Company used the net proceeds from the transaction to prepay a portion of its existing term loan facility, thereby reducing the Company’s leverage profile.
Leverage. At the end of 2025, CVG had net debt of $73.1 million, representing a 4.1x net leverage ratio on 2025 adjusted EBITDA. CVG’s near-term focus remains on cash generation and lowering debt levels. Following this transaction, we believe CVG is even better positioned to drive future growth.
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NEW ALBANY, Ohio, April 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Commercial Vehicle Group (the “Company or “CVG”) (NASDAQ: CVGI), a diversified industrial products and services company, today announced that it has completed a sale-leaseback transaction for its manufacturing facility in Vonore, Tennessee, which generated $16 million in proceeds. The Company used the net proceeds from the transaction to prepay a portion of its existing term loan facility, thereby reducing the Company’s leverage profile. Under the terms of the agreement, CVG will lease back the Vonore property for a 20-year term, with an initial annual base rent of approximately $1.4 million for the first year.
“This transaction builds on our recent momentum, providing additional cash flow to deleverage,” said James Ray, President and Chief Executive Officer of CVG. “We continue to deliver on our previously stated objectives, with CVG’s near-term focus being on cash generation and lowering our debt levels. Following this transaction, we believe we are even better positioned to drive future growth and shareholder value at CVG.”
CVG anticipates no disruption to operational activities at the Vonore plant.
In conjunction with this announcement, CVG has reaffirmed its previously issued full-year 2026 outlook provided in its fourth-quarter 2025 earnings materials, released on March 10, 2026.
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About CVG
CVG is a global provider of systems, assemblies and components to the global commercial vehicle market and the electric vehicle market. We deliver real solutions to complex design, engineering and manufacturing problems while creating positive change for our customers, industries and communities we serve. Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.
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A Transition. Last night, Commercial Vehicle Group announced that Andy Cheung, Chief Financial Officer, will be resigning from his position effective April 15, 2026, to accept a position as Chief Financial Officer of a mid-cap publicly traded company. Angie O’Leary, currently Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer, has been promoted to Interim Chief Financial Officer and will continue to serve as the Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer. At this time, CVG does not intend to initiate a search process to identify a permanent CFO replacement.
Ms. O’Leary. Ms. O’Leary has served as the Company’s Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer since December 2020. Prior to joining the Company, Ms. O’Leary held several leadership roles at Vertiv Holdings Co. from May 2017 to December 2020, including Interim Corporate Controller. Earlier in her career, Ms. O’Leary held several roles at Deloitte & Touche LLP, beginning in January 2004, culminating in the role of Senior Manager – Audit, from August 2010 to May 2017.
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Overview. CVG delivered strong year-over-year improvement in profitability despite a challenging demand environment, particularly in the North American Class 8 truck market. The continued year-over-year improvement in profitability was again driven by management’s focus on operational efficiency improvement. Another highlight of the quarter is the continued strong performance within the Global Electrical Systems segment. During the third quarter, CVG saw segment performance inflect with revenues up 6% compared to the prior year. The fourth quarter saw further acceleration, with revenues up 13% y-o-y.
4Q25 Results. Fourth quarter revenue of $154.8 million was down 5.2% y-o-y, due primarily to North American demand. Adjusted EBITDA was $2.3 million, up 155.6%, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 1.5% versus 0.6% last year. Adjusted net loss was $0.18/sh, compared to an adjusted net loss of $0.15/sh in 4Q24.
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Fourth quarter sales of $155 million, EPS of ($0.19), Adjusted EBITDA of $2.3 million
CVG named Zoox Robotaxi low voltage wire harness strategic supplier
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NEW ALBANY, Ohio, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CVG (NASDAQ: CVGI), a diversified industrial products and services company, today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.
Fourth Quarter 2025 Highlights(Compared with prior-year period, where comparisons are noted)
Revenue of $154.8 million, down 5.2% due primarily to softer North American demand.
Operating loss of $1.8 million, and adjusted operating loss of $0.9 million, improved compared to operating loss of $5.3 million and adjusted operating loss of $4.3 million. The decrease in operating loss was driven primarily by improved gross margin performance and lower SG&A expenses.
Net loss from continuing operations of $6.4 million, or $(0.19) per diluted share, compared to net loss of $35.0 million, or $(1.04) per diluted share. Net loss in the prior-year period included a non-cash tax valuation allowance of $28.8 million. Adjusted net loss from continuing operations of $6.0 million, or $(0.18) per diluted share, compared to adjusted net loss of $5.1 million, or $(0.15) per diluted share.
Adjusted EBITDA of $2.3 million, up 155.6%, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 1.5%, up from 0.6%.
Free cash flow of $8.8 million, up $7.9 million, due to better working capital management.
Full Year 2025 Highlights(Compared with prior-year period, where comparisons are noted)
Revenue of $649.0 million, down 10.3%, driven by softer North American Class 8 production volumes.
Operating loss of $0.7 million, improved by $0.1 million, and adjusted operating income of $4.8 million, down $1.7 million. The change in adjusted operating income was due to lower sales volumes, partially offset by lower SG&A expenses.
Free cash flow of $34.0 million, up $21.5 million, due to better working capital management and reduced capital expenditures. Total debt decreased $29.1 million compared to year-ended 2024.
The Global Electrical Systems segment returned to growth driven by the contribution of new business ramps, with margin expansion supported by the continued shift of production capacity to new, lower-cost facilities in Morocco and Mexico.
James Ray, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are encouraged by the resilience and consistency seen in our fourth quarter results. The actions we took to drive operational efficiencies and right-size our footprint continued to pay off, highlighted by the year-over-year gross margin improvement of 190 basis points seen last quarter. Our focus on our cost structure also drove a full year decline of $4.8 million in SG&A expenses in 2025. We expect to see continued operating leverage into 2026 as we ramp new business wins and our end markets stabilize and start to recover.”
Mr. Ray continued, “After returning to growth in the third quarter, we saw further acceleration in our Global Electrical Systems segment revenue and margins as we continue to ramp new wins in that business, most significantly the Zoox autonomous vehicle platform. We expect continued growth in 2026 in this segment. In our Global Seating segment, we saw operating margin expansion, even in a softer demand environment, driven by operational efficiencies and cost reductions. Our Trim Systems and Components segment faced continued weakness in the North American Class 8 truck market, but we have taken proactive steps that we believe will lead to improved profitability in this segment. I’m encouraged by the momentum we are building in our businesses, as a result of our operational efficiencies and in advance of end market recovery.”
Andy Cheung, Chief Financial Officer, added, “CVG delivered results consistent with our adjusted full-year guidance. We continue to see margin benefits from the strategic actions we’ve taken. Furthermore, our focus on working capital and capital expenditure reductions supported strong free cash flow, both in the fourth quarter and for the full year. Looking to 2026, we expect to see revenue and EBITDA growth for the company, prioritizing free cash flow for debt paydown.”
Consolidated Results from Continuing Operations
Fourth Quarter 2025 Results
Fourth quarter 2025 revenues were $154.8 million compared to $163.3 million in the prior year period, a decline of 5.2%. The decrease in revenues was due to lower sales as a result of a softening in North American customer demand in the Global Seating and Trim Systems & Components segments.
Operating loss for the fourth quarter 2025 was $1.8 million compared to operating loss of $5.3 million in the prior year period. Excluding special costs, the fourth quarter of 2025 adjusted operating loss was $0.9 million, compared to adjusted operating loss of $4.3 million in 2024. The improvement in adjusted operating loss was driven primarily by improved gross margin performance and lower SG&A expenses.
Interest expense was $4.2 million and $2.2 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, due to higher interest rates.
Net loss from continuing operations was $6.4 million, or $(0.19) per diluted share, for the fourth quarter 2025 compared to net loss of $35.0 million, or $(1.04) per diluted share, in the prior year period.
On December 31, 2025, the Company had $16.8 million of outstanding borrowings on its U.S. revolving credit facility and $1.4 million on its China credit facility, $33.3 million of cash and $101.8 million availability from the credit facilities (subject to customary borrowing base and other conditions), resulting in total liquidity of $135.1 million.
Fourth Quarter 2025 Segment Results (Compared with prior-year period, where comparisons are noted)
Global Seating Segment
Revenues were $70.7 million compared to $74.8 million for the prior year period, a decrease of 5.6% primarily due to lower sales volume as a result of decreased customer demand.
Operating income was $1.1 million compared to $0.7 million in the prior year period, an increase of $0.4 million, primarily due to lower SG&A expenses. The fourth quarter of 2025 adjusted operating income was $1.8 million compared to $0.6 million in the prior year period, an increase of 175.9%.
Global Electrical Systems Segment
Revenues were $49.7 million compared to $44.0 million in the prior year period, an increase of 12.7%, primarily as a result of ramping new business wins.
Operating income was $0.8 million compared to operating loss of $3.0 million, an increase of $3.8 million, primarily attributable to higher sales and operating efficiencies. The fourth quarter of 2025 adjusted operating income was $0.9 million compared to adjusted operating loss of $3.0 million in the prior year period, an increase of $3.9 million.
Trim Systems and Components Segment
Revenues were $34.4 million compared to $44.4 million in the prior year period, a decrease of 22.5%, primarily due to lower sales volumes.
Operating loss was $1.5 million compared to $0.1 million in the prior year period, a decrease of $1.4 million. The decrease in operating income was primarily attributable to lower demand. The fourth quarter of 2025 adjusted operating loss was $1.4 million compared to income of $0.9 million in the prior year period.
Outlook
CVG is providing the following outlook for the full year 2026:
This outlook reflects, among others, current industry forecasts for North American Class 8 truck builds. According to ACT Research’s February report, 2026 North American Class 8 truck production levels are expected to be approximately 260,000 units. The 2025 actual Class 8 truck builds according to the ACT Research was 251,247 units.
The outlook for the Construction end market reflects low-single digit growth in 2026.
GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation
A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures referenced in this release is included as Appendix A to this release.
Conference Call
A conference call to discuss this press release is scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Management intends to reference the Q4 2025 Earnings Call Presentation posted on our website during the conference call. To participate, dial (800) 549-8228 using conference code 45919. International participants dial (289) 819-1520 using conference code 45919.
This call is being webcast and can be accessed through the “Investors” section of CVG’s website at www.cvgrp.com, where it will be archived for one year.
A telephonic replay of the conference call will be available for a period of two weeks following the call. To access the replay, dial (888) 660-6264 using access code 45919 and international callers can dial (289) 819-1325 using access code 45919.
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, is a global provider of systems, assemblies and components to global commercial vehicle markets and electric vehicle markets. We deliver real solutions to complex design, engineering and manufacturing problems while creating positive change for our customers, industries, and communities we serve. Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. For this purpose, any statements contained herein that are not statements of historical fact, including without limitation, certain statements herein regarding industry outlook, the Company’s expectations for future periods with respect to its plans to improve financial results, the future of the Company’s end markets changes in the Class 8 and Class 5-7 North America truck build rates, performance of the global construction and agricultural equipment business, the Company’s prospects in the wire harness and electric vehicle markets, the Company’s initiatives to address customer needs, organic growth, the Company’s strategic plans and plans to focus on certain segments, competition faced by the Company, volatility in and disruption to the global economic environment, including global supply chain constraints, inflation and labor shortages, tariffs and counter-measures, financial covenant compliance, anticipated effects of acquisitions or divestitures, production of new products, plans for capital expenditures and our results of operations or financial position and liquidity, may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Without limiting the foregoing, the words “believe”, “anticipate”, “plan”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “project”, “continue”, “likely”, and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The important factors discussed in “Item 1A – Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by forward-looking statements made herein and presented elsewhere by management from time to time. Such forward-looking statements represent management’s current expectations and are inherently uncertain. Investors are warned that actual results may differ from management’s expectations. Additionally, various economic and competitive factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, factors which are outside our control.
Any forward-looking statement that we make in this press release speaks only as of the date of such statement, and we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement or to publicly announce the results of any revision to any of those statements to reflect future events or developments. Comparisons of results for current and any prior periods are not intended to express any future trends or indications of future performance, unless specifically expressed as such, and should only be viewed as historical data.
Joe Gomes, CFA, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
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On The Board. Commercial Vehicle Group has added Ari Levy of Lakeview Investment Group as an independent director. Lakeview owns approximately 8.9% of the outstanding shares of the Company. In connection with Mr. Levy’s appointment, the Board was expanded to 7 members. Mr. Levy will serve on the Board’s Nominating, Governance and Sustainability, and Audit Committees.
Ari Levy. Mr. Levy is the founder, President, and Chief Investment Officer of Lakeview, a Chicago based investment manager focused on the public markets. Mr. Levy was the President of Levy Acquisition Corp, a NASDAQ listed acquisition vehicle, and subsequently served on the Board of the resulting public company, Del Taco, until it was acquired by Jack in the Box in early 2022.
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