Tyler Bisset's questions to Xylem Inc (XYL) leadership • Q2 2025
Question
Tyler Bisset, on behalf of Brian Lee from Goldman Sachs, asked why the full-year adjusted EBITDA margin guidance was maintained despite a revenue guidance increase, questioning if it was due to conservatism or specific headwinds. He also inquired about the reason for the increased corporate expense guidance.
Answer
CFO William Grogan explained that the maintained margin guidance accounts for the slightly dilutive impact of tariffs, which are expected to create 10-25 basis points of pressure on year-over-year margin expansion. He stated the company is being cautious amid market volatility. The increase in corporate expense guidance was attributed to a combination of foreign exchange effects and higher variable compensation related to the company's stronger-than-expected performance.