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Nordson Corporation’s CapstanAG Acquisition: A Small Deal With Strategic Reach?

Nordson Corporation reported its fiscal 2026 second quarter results with record sales of $741 million, representing an 8% increase year-over-year, including 7% organic growth. All three business segments—Industrial Precision Solutions (IPS), Medical and Fluid Solutions (MFS), and Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS)—contributed to this increase. The company experienced strong order entry momentum throughout the quarter, resulting in an 18% organic increase in backlog compared to the prior year. EBITDA reached a second quarter record of $235 million, or 32% of sales, while adjusted earnings per share (EPS) also hit a second quarter record at $2.86, marking an 18% increase over the previous year. The Industrial Precision Solutions segment posted record sales of $350 million, up 10% year-over-year, with 5% organic growth alongside favorable currency effects and a small acquisition impact. This segment’s EBITDA rose 9% to $124 million, or 35% of sales.