Lear Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Lear Corporation reported third-quarter 2026 sales of $5.8 billion, up 2% year over year despite lower industry production. Core operating earnings were $256 million, with a 4.4% margin, and net income was $137 million; EPS rose 36% to $2.74 and adjusted EPS increased 33% to $3.71. Lear attributed its results to operational execution and market-share gains that offset industry headwinds. It repurchased $175 million of shares during the quarter, with about $1.5 billion remaining under its authorization.