# North American corporate earnings Q2 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/north-american-corporate-earnings-q2-2026
> Updated: 2026-08-06T03:10:04.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

In early August 2026, a series of earnings releases highlighted strong financial performance among North American firms. A U.S. and Canadian mix of energy, consumer health, and media companies reported higher revenues, improved profitability and upgraded guidance for the remainder of the year. ConocoPhillips posted a $3.9 billion Q2 profit with a dividend and expanded share‑repurchase program, while Sezzle Inc. posted a 51.7% revenue jump and raised its earnings outlook. Nine Energy Service noted margin pressure but still delivered positive EBITDA, and Prestige Consumer Healthcare highlighted an acquisition‑driven revenue boost. News Corp recorded double‑digit revenue growth across its digital and publishing divisions.

The following day, Canadian‑focused energy service firms echoed the upbeat tone. Calfrac Well Services posted a modest revenue increase and reduced net debt, CES Energy Solutions reported a record $714.1 million quarterly revenue with a dividend declaration, and Tenaz Energy saw production and netback gains driven by organic growth and acquisitions. Together, the releases illustrate a broader trend of earnings strength and strategic financial actions among U.S. and Canadian corporations in the second quarter of 2026.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-06: Calfrac, CES Energy and Tenaz post strong Q2 2026 results

Calfrac, CES Energy and Tenaz all posted strong Q2 2026 results, with revenue gains, net income growth, a new dividend and higher production and cash flow.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/calfrac-ces-energy-and-tenaz-post-strong-q2-2026-results

### 2026-08-05: US and International Firms Post Q2 2026 Earnings Gains

ConocoPhillips, Sezzle, Nine Energy, Prestige Consumer Healthcare and News Corp all posted Q2 2026 earnings growth, raised guidance and announced dividends or share‑repurchases.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nisource-and-steris-post-quarterly-earnings-results

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Cite as: North American corporate earnings Q2 2026. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/north-american-corporate-earnings-q2-2026
