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title: "Lear outlines more than 80% free cash flow conversion target while prioritizing at least $300M of 2026 buybacks"
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description: "Lear Corporation (LEA) reported a strong start to 2026, with Q1 revenue increasing by 5% to $5.8 billion and adjusted earnings per share at $3.87. The company aims for over 80% free cash flow conversion and plans to prioritize at least $300 million in buybacks for 2026, as stated by President and CEO Raymond Scott during the earnings call."
datetime: "2026-05-01T21:03:18.000Z"
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# Lear outlines more than 80% free cash flow conversion target while prioritizing at least $300M of 2026 buybacks

Earnings Call Insights: Lear Corporation (LEA) Q1 2026 Management View “We started the year strong, delivering significant increases in both revenue and earnings in the first quarter compared to last year,” said (President, CEO & Director Raymond Scott), highlighting “sales increased 5% to $5.8 billion” and “adjusted earnings per share was $3.87.” ...

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