Lindsay Corporation (NYSE: LNN), a leading global manufacturer and distributor of irrigation and infrastructure equipment and technology, today announced results for its third quarter of fiscal 2026, which ended on May 31, 2026.

Key Highlights:

• International irrigation project in the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region remains on schedule
• Infrastructure revenues increased 8 percent, driven by another consecutive quarter of growth in road safety products
• Irrigation revenues decreased 7 percent as challenging market conditions in North America and Brazil persist
• Net earnings of $15.8 million and $1.53 of diluted earnings per share
• Completed $25.2 million of share repurchases during the quarter, bringing total repurchases to $80.7 million for the fiscal year

“Deliveries for the large irrigation project in the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region remain on schedule despite continued geopolitical challenges," said Randy Wood, President and Chief Executive Officer. "In North America, demand for irrigation equipment remains tempered as margin pressure from high input costs continues to impact customer sentiment. In Brazil, demand continued to be impacted by low profitability and limited credit availability. As we enter road construction season in the northern hemisphere, our road safety products business delivered another consecutive quarter of growth."

Wood continued, "I am pleased with the resiliency and performance of our teams around the world, as we demonstrate our ability to deliver on project opportunities despite a volatile macro-economic environment."

Third Quarter Summary

Revenues for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 were $160.8 million, a decrease of $8.7 million, or 5 percent, compared to $169.5 million in the prior year. The increase in infrastructure revenues was more than offset by the decrease in irrigation revenues compared to the prior year.

Operating income for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 was $18.5 million, a decrease of $5.3 million, or 22 percent, compared to $23.8 million in the prior year. Lower operating income in both the irrigation and infrastructure segments was partially offset by a reduction in corporate expense. Operating margin was 11.5 percent of sales, compared to 14.0 percent of sales in the prior year.

Net earnings for the third quarter of 2026 were $15.8 million, or $1.53 per diluted share, compared to $19.5 million, or $1.78 per diluted share, in the prior year. Net earnings were impacted by lower operating income, which was partially offset by a lower effective tax rate and an increase in other income.

Third Quarter Segment Results

Irrigation segment revenues for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 were $133.0 million, a decrease of $10.7 million, or 7 percent, compared to $143.7 million in the prior year. North America irrigation revenues of $61.3 million decreased $7.7 million, or 11 percent, compared to the prior year. The decrease in revenues resulted primarily from lower unit sales volume and was partially offset by higher average selling prices compared to the prior year. Persistent weakness in commodity markets and tempered farmer sentiment continue to constrain demand for irrigation equipment in North America.

International irrigation revenues for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 of $71.7 million decreased $3.0 million, or 4 percent, compared to the prior year. The decrease resulted primarily from lower sales volumes in Brazil, which were partially offset by growth in other regions. Revenues in the current year quarter were favorably impacted by the effects of foreign currency translation of approximately $3.9 million compared to the prior year.

Irrigation segment operating income for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 was $20.3 million, a decrease of $6.8 million, or 25 percent, compared to the prior year. Operating margin was 15.3 percent of sales, compared to 18.9 percent of sales in the prior year. The decrease in operating income resulted primarily from lower unit sales volume, increases in input costs, and the impact of fixed cost deleverage compared to the prior year.

Infrastructure segment revenues for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 were $27.7 million, an increase of $2.0 million, or 8 percent, compared to $25.7 million in the prior year. The increase was driven by higher road safety product revenues, comparable Road Zipper lease revenues, both of which were partially offset by lower Road Zipper System revenues compared to the prior year.

Infrastructure segment operating income for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 was $5.4 million, which was comparable to the prior year. Operating margin was 19.5 percent of sales, compared to 21.1 percent of sales in the prior year. The decrease in operating margin resulted primarily from an unfavorable mix of lower Road Zipper System project revenues compared to the prior year.

The backlog of unfulfilled orders at May 31, 2026 was $136.1 million compared with $117.1 million at May 31, 2025. Included in these backlogs are amounts of $20.1 million and $12.3 million, respectively, for orders that are not expected to be fulfilled within the subsequent 12 months. The backlog in irrigation increased as a result of the large irrigation project in the MENA region, while the backlog in infrastructure decreased compared to the prior year.

Outlook

Mr. Wood concluded, “In the U.S., irrigation market conditions remain soft as growers await further trade certainty and an improvement in commodity prices. We expect Brazil to return to growth due to the solid drivers of secular demand that support investments in irrigation, although credit constraints and high interest rates could remain a headwind. We will continue delivery of the irrigation project in the MENA region and we expect to recognize approximately $70 million of revenue for the project in our current fiscal year. We will take further actions to align our cost structure with current demand levels to protect margins and support future earnings as demand rebounds."

“In infrastructure, we anticipate continued growth in road safety products and while we continue to actively manage a robust pipeline of Road Zipper System projects, we do not expect to deliver a large project in fiscal 2026.”

Third Quarter Conference Call

Lindsay’s fiscal 2026 third quarter investor conference call is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time today. Interested investors may participate in the call by dialing (833) 535-2202 in the U.S., or (412) 902-6745 internationally, and requesting the Lindsay Corporation call. Additionally, the conference call will be simulcast live on the internet and can be accessed via the investor relations section of the Company's website, www.lindsay.com. Replays of the conference call will remain on our website through the next quarterly earnings release. The Company will have a slide presentation available to augment management's formal presentation, which will also be accessible via the Company's website.

About the Company

Lindsay Corporation (NYSE: LNN) is a leading global manufacturer and distributor of irrigation and infrastructure equipment and technology. Established in 1955, the company has been at the forefront of research and development of innovative solutions to meet the food, fuel, fiber and transportation needs of the world’s rapidly growing population. The Lindsay family of irrigation brands includes Zimmatic™ center pivot and lateral move agricultural irrigation systems, FieldNET™ and FieldWise™ remote irrigation management technology, FieldNET Advisor™ irrigation scheduling technology, and industrial IoT solutions. Also a global leader in the transportation industry, Lindsay Transportation Solutions manufactures equipment to improve road safety and keep traffic moving on the world’s roads, bridges and tunnels, through the Barrier Systems™, Road Zipper™ and Snoline™ brands. For more information about Lindsay Corporation, visit www.lindsay.com.

Concerning Forward-looking Statements
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The Company manages its business activities in two reportable segments as follows:

Irrigation – This reporting segment includes the manufacture and marketing of center pivot, lateral move, and hose reel irrigation systems, as well as various innovative technology solutions such as GPS positioning and guidance, variable rate irrigation, remote irrigation management and scheduling technology, irrigation consulting and design and industrial IoT solutions.

Infrastructure – This reporting segment includes the manufacture and marketing of moveable barriers, specialty barriers, crash cushions and end terminals, and road marking and road safety equipment.

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