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The Middleby Corporation’s Big Split: Can Two Focused Companies Unlock More Value?
The Middleby Corporation reported first quarter 2026 results that surpassed expectations across its two business segments, Commercial Foodservice and Food Processing, accompanied by an increased full-year outlook. Total revenue reached approximately $840 million, generating adjusted EBITDA of about $181 million and adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.16. The company’s ongoing share repurchase program reduced outstanding shares by approximately 7% in early 2026, enhancing EPS despite higher interest and stock compensation expenses. The Commercial Foodservice segment achieved revenue of around $616 million, driven by 8.1% organic growth, notably within the general market dealer partners experiencing double-digit expansion and improving replacement activity with chain customers. The segment demonstrated solid market share gains due to strategic alignment with dealers and a broad portfolio of solutions. Beverage-related demand among chain customers emerged as a prominent growth driver, supported by Middleby’s investment in innovation across Internet of Things (IoT), automation, and beverage technologies.
