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Sunbelt Rentals Holdings Inc · SUNB · FY2027 Q1 · Calendar Q3 2026
Sunbelt raises FY27 outlook as specialty rental demand accelerates
The quarter supports a constructive demand case: record Q1 results, specialty-rental strength, Aries integration, and raised FY27 guidance point to continued growth. The key counterweights are higher capex, utilization risk, fuel-cost recovery, and exposure to construction activity.
Reported Before market openNYSEIndustrials
$30.17B market cap
100quality score
Earnings scorecard
Reported versus consensus
Reported EPS
$1.18
Consensus $0.99
EPS surprise
+19.2%
Reported versus consensus
Reported revenue
$3.12B
Consensus $3.00B
Revenue surprise
+3.8%
Reported versus consensus
Market reaction
prior-close to event-session close
Stock move
+5.9%
Event window
SPY move
-0.5%
Same window
Abnormal move
+6.4%
Stock minus SPY
Volume
2.4×
Versus trailing sessions
Subsequent drift
+0.2%
Up to 20 sessions
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Why did SUNB rise 5.9% after beating EPS estimates in FY2027 Q1?What changed in SUNB's guidance and outlook in FY2027 Q1?Give me the bull and bear case for SUNB after FY2027 Q1 earnings.
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What changed
Compared with the prior quarter, management raised its FY27 outlook and disclosed that Aries integration contributed roughly 100 basis points to rental-revenue growth. The 2026 FIFA World Cup added an estimated 250 basis points to rental-revenue growth, while gross FY27 capex guidance increased to $2.75 billion-$3.15 billion.
Guidance delta
Management raised FY27 revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and capital-expenditure guidance, citing strong demand.
Key takeaways
- Q1 revenue rose 11% to $3.1 billion, rental revenue rose 13%, and adjusted EPS was $1.18.
- Specialty rentals outpaced General Tool, led by energy, Power & HVAC, and modular solutions.
- The completed Aries acquisition and modular-solutions expansion add cross-selling opportunities.
- Management reported strong cash generation and $363 million returned to shareholders.
- Gross FY27 capex is now expected at $2.75 billion to $3.15 billion.
Management priorities
- Expand modular solutions beyond the current 14 of the top 50 markets.
- Open approximately 55 new greenfield locations in FY27.
- Continue bolt-on acquisitions and integrate Aries assets.
- Invest in Energy Management as a Service and specialty product lines.
- Maintain dividend payments and share repurchases.
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Analyst 52W Price Targets
$73.59Previous close
$71Low
$86.5Average
$97High
Latest persisted target per named analyst; persisted previous close from FN2's market snapshot as of Sep 21, 2026. Not an FN2 forecast.
Firm-level rating actions
FMP grade actions identify the grading firm, not a named analyst.
| Firm | Rating | Prior rating | Action | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RBC Capital | Sector Perform | Sector Perform | Maintain | Sep 17, 2026 |
| Goldman Sachs | Buy | Neutral | Upgrade | Sep 17, 2026 |
| Keybanc | Overweight | Overweight | Maintain | Sep 10, 2026 |
| JP Morgan | Underweight | Underweight | Maintain | Sep 10, 2026 |
| B of A Securities | Underperform | Underperform | Maintain | Sep 10, 2026 |
| Citigroup | Buy | Buy | Maintain | Jun 24, 2026 |
| Barclays | Overweight | Overweight | Maintain | Jun 22, 2026 |
Named analyst price targets
Upside is calculated against the persisted previous close $73.59. FMP does not supply a rating on these named-analyst rows.
| Firm | Analyst | 52W target | Price when posted | Upside | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldman Sachs | Analyst unavailable | $93 | $72.35 | +26.4% | Sep 16, 2026 |
| Bernstein | Will Kirkness | $97 | $71.89 | +31.8% | Sep 16, 2026 |
| KeyBanc | Analyst unavailable | $90 | $73.42 | +22.3% | Sep 10, 2026 |
| Wells Fargo | Analyst unavailable | $71 | $73.42 | -3.5% | Sep 10, 2026 |
| Wells Fargo | Analyst unavailable | $96 | $84.8 | +30.5% | Aug 17, 2026 |
| Bernstein | Will Kirkness | $96 | $69.95 | +30.5% | Jul 21, 2026 |
| KeyBanc | Katie Fleischer | $85 | $73.8 | +15.5% | Jun 24, 2026 |
| Barclays | Adam Seiden | $90 | $86.06 | +22.3% | Jun 22, 2026 |
| RBC Capital | Karl Green | $80 | $86.06 | +8.7% | Jun 19, 2026 |
| Bernstein | Analyst unavailable | $86 | $71.93 | +16.9% | May 12, 2026 |
| Goldman Sachs | Analyst unavailable | $83 | $75.52 | +12.8% | Mar 9, 2026 |
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Start freeCompany context
Snapshot as of publicationSunbelt Rentals Holdings Inc. operates as a prominent equipment leasing firm, furnishing an extensive array of tools, various machinery, and customized engineering solutions. Its clientele spans diverse sectors including construction, industrial applications, and other specialized industries. The company's operations are divided into three core business units: its general tool services across North America, its specialty services also within North America, and its division in the United Kingdom. Established on February 12, 2025, Sunbelt Rentals Holdings Inc. has its corporate base located in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
Industrials peers this season
Latest reports in the same sector| Company | Quarter | EPS surprise | Market move | Headline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FPS Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. | FY2026 Q4 · Calendar Q3 2026 | +4.3% | +9.5% | Forgent Power Solutions pairs record results with an aggressive FY27 buildout |
| CPRT Copart, Inc. | FY2026 Q4 · Calendar Q3 2026 | -8.7% | -2.6% | Copart pairs international growth with ACV investment amid higher costs |
| FRO Frontline Plc | FY2026 Q2 · Calendar Q3 2026 | +8.0% | +1.0% | Frontline posts a record quarter as tanker rates remain elevated |
| DCI Donaldson Company, Inc. | FY2026 Q4 · Calendar Q3 2026 | +1.8% | +2.1% | Donaldson posts record FY26 and targets further growth |
Latest beats and misses
Who reports nextBeat on EPS
- FPSFY2026 Q4 · September 15, 2026+4.3% EPS+9.5% move
- TCOMFY2026 Q2 · September 15, 2026+22.3% EPS+3.0% move
- KRFY2026 Q2 · September 11, 2026+2.8% EPS+2.7% move
- ADBEFY2026 Q3 · September 10, 2026+0.8% EPS+1.4% move
- ORCLFY2027 Q1 · September 10, 2026+10.3% EPS-1.7% move
- CASYFY2027 Q1 · September 8, 2026+8.7% EPS-14.2% move
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- Earnings call transcript and parsed analysis · 2026-09-09T17:22:05.655521+00:00
- FN2 earnings calendar · 2026-09-20T01:23:12.707946+00:00
- Polygon adjusted daily market bars · 2026-09-20T23:00:46.499888+00:00
- Financial Modeling Prep analyst price-target consensus and quote snapshot · 2026-09-20T23:00:46.497161+00:00
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