Mettler-Toledo Q4 Earnings Surpass Estimates, Sales Rise YoY

Mettler-Toledo International reported Q4 earnings that topped estimates, with sales rising Y/Y. The gross margin was 59.8%, contracting 140 bps YoY. R&D expenses increased 5.1% YoY to $52.6 million, while SG&A expenses rose 9.5% YoY to $259.8 million. The company expects Q1 2026 sales to increase 3% in local currency YoY and adjusted earnings between $8.60 and $8.75 per share. For 2026, Mettler-Toledo anticipates sales to rise 4% in local currency YoY and adjusted earnings between $46.05 and $46.70 per share.