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Lakeland Industries fiscal 2026 results miss expectations; cites tariffs and supply-chain disruptions
LAKELAND INDUSTRIES INC
- Revenue and gross margin shortfalls due to tariffs, freight cost increases, raw material inflation, and supply-chain challenges.
- Completed four accretive acquisitions in 2024; added Arizona PPE Recon and California PPE Recon (~$5M annual recurring revenue).
- Secured $5.6M three-year contract with Hong Kong Fire Services and $3.1M order from Italian Ministry of Interior.
- Completed $6.1M sale/leaseback of Decatur warehouse, generating $4.3M gain; CEO and management purchased shares on open market.
- Actively pursuing $178M in global tender opportunities; fiscal 2027 expected to benefit from multiple tender cycles.