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Record Q1 Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA: Management Raises Full-Year Margin View (BLBD Q1 2026 Earnings Call)
Blue Bird Corporation's fiscal 2026 first-quarter results highlight exceptional operational execution and sustained pricing power in a volatile tariff environment. The company delivered its best first quarter on record, leveraging higher unit pricing to drive margin expansion and generate $31 million in adjusted free cash flow. With order intake surging 45% and the electric vehicle backlog extending into 2027, Blue Bird is well-positioned to capitalize on a robust school bus replacement cycle.