Maximus, Inc. (MMS) SEC Filings & Earnings Calls
EquiReason read 12 Maximus, Inc. SEC filings in the last 12 months. Latest: 8-K on 2026-10-20 — Maximus to acquire Agile Defense for $660M cash, plus contingent consideration, to expand defense/national security presence. Preliminary net leverage ratio 2.2-2.3x post-acquisiti.
Source: SEC EDGAR filings · figures as of 2026-06-30 · read by EquiReason
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20 Oct 20268-K · 1.01, 2.02, 7.01Maximus to acquire Agile Defense for $660M cash, plus contingent consideration, to expand defense/national security presence. Preliminary net leverage ratio 2.2-2.3x post-acquisition.acquisitionopen
Risks flagged
Integration risk and potential dilution from contingent consideration.
“potential additional contingent consideration tied to achieving certain performance objectives” · word for word
6 Aug 20268-K · 2.02Revenue $1.28B (-5% y/y); Diluted earnings per share $1.95; Adjusted diluted earnings per share $2.22; Guidance: Adjusted EPS guidance cut to $7.90-$8.20; adjusted EBITDA margin ~13.7%earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q3-2026 | $1.28B | -5% y/y |
| Diluted earnings per share · Q3-2026 | $1.95 | |
| Adjusted diluted earnings per share · Q3-2026 | $2.22 | |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin · Q3-2026 | 15.0% | |
| Year-to-date signed contract awards · FY2026 | $1.25B | |
| Sales pipeline · Q3-2026 | $50.40B |
Guidance
Adjusted EPS guidance cut to $7.90-$8.20; adjusted EBITDA margin ~13.7%
Revenue guidance reiterated; earnings guidance cut due to temporary contractual modification; strong pipeline and demand signals.
Risks flagged
Temporary contractual modification on major federal program reduces H2 profitability.
“Received notification from a major customer regarding a temporary contractual modification effective July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.” · word for word
DSO elevated at 98 days; collections from major federal customer accelerated in July.
“DSO were 98 days at June 30, 2026. Collections from a major federal customer accelerated during July.” · word for word
6 Aug 202610-QMaximus reported Q3 FY2026 revenue decline of 5.1% YoY, but gross margin improved 60bps to 27.3% and operating margin improved 30bps to 12.6%; net income decreased 2.3% YoY; guidance for U.S. Federal Services segment operating margin 16.5%-earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q3-2026 | $1.28B | -5% y/y |
| Net income · Q3-2026 | $104M | -2% y/y |
| Gross profit percentage · Q3-2026 | 27.3% | |
| Operating margin · Q3-2026 | 12.6% | |
| Diluted earnings per share · Q3-2026 | $1.95 | +5% y/y |
| Free cash flow · 9M-2026 | $-209M | |
| Days Sales Outstanding · Q3-2026 | 98 | |
| Adjusted EBITDA · Q3-2026 | $192M | -3% y/y |
Guidance
U.S. Federal Services segment operating margin 16.5%-17% for FY2026; U.S. Services segment operating margin 9.5%-10% for FY2026; Outside the U.S. segment breakeven operating margin for FY2026; effecti
Guidance reflects lower volumes and a contractual modification reducing EPS, but margin improvement in U.S. Federal Services and expectation of organic growth return in Q4 for U.S. Services.
Risks flagged
Customer concentration and contract modification risk
“In late May 2026, we received notification from a major customer regarding a temporary contractual modification effective July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. We anticipate that this modification will reduce our diluted earnings per share by approximately $0.35 per quarter through the remainder of fiscal year 2026 and the first quarter of fiscal year 2027” · word for word
Leverage and debt covenant risk
“Our Consolidated Net Total Leverage Ratio means, for any twelve-month period, the ratio of our Funded Debt ... against our Consolidated EBITDA ... To comply with our Credit Agreement, this ratio cannot exceed 4.00:1.00 at the end of each quarter.” · word for word
Payment delay and cash flow risk
“We continue to experience administrative delays on payments from one of our large contracts with the U.S. federal government.” · word for word
28 May 20268-K · 1.01, 2.03Maximus entered into Second Amendment to Credit Agreement, adding $325M Tranche B-1 Term Loans to repay revolver, repurchase stock, and for working capital.open
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Tranche B-1 Term Loans | $325M |
Risks flagged
Increased leverage from new term loans may increase financial risk.
“new term B loans in an aggregate principal amount of $325,000,000” · word for word
7 May 202610-QMaximus reported Q2 FY2026 results with revenue down 4.1% YoY but gross margin up 130bps to 26.2%, driven by U.S. Federal Services margin improvement; cash flow pressured by payment delays.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q2-2026 | $1.31B | -4% y/y |
| Gross profit percentage · Q2-2026 | 26.2% | |
| Operating margin · Q2-2026 | 11.4% | |
| Net income · Q2-2026 | $98M | +2% y/y |
| Diluted earnings per share · Q2-2026 | $1.80 | +7% y/y |
| Free cash flow · H1-2026 | $-72M | |
| Days Sales Outstanding · Q2-2026 | 78 | |
| U.S. Federal Services Segment Revenue · U.S. Federal Services · Q2-2026 | $753M | -3% y/y |
| U.S. Services Segment Revenue · U.S. Services · Q2-2026 | $416M | -6% y/y |
| Outside the U.S. Segment Revenue · Outside the U.S. · Q2-2026 | $137M | -3% y/y |
Guidance
U.S. Federal Services operating margin ~17.5%; U.S. Services operating margin ~10%; Outside U.S. breakeven operating margin; effective tax rate 24-25%
Management reaffirmed FY2026 segment margin guidance, expects U.S. Services to return to organic growth by year-end, and anticipates cash flow improvement in H2.
Risks flagged
Government Payment Delays
“We continue to experience administrative delays on payments from one of our large contracts with the U.S. federal government.” · word for word
U.S. Services Segment Volume Decline
“Our U.S. Services Segment continues to experience lower volumes and demand across a broad range of contracts compared to prior years.” · word for word
Outside U.S. Segment Operating Loss
“Operating (loss)/income (3,085) 4,796” · word for word
Capitalized Software Impairment
“During the second quarter of the year, we recorded an impairment charge of $6.9 million related to a capitalized software asset following a client decision which resulted in its carrying value no longer being recoverable.” · word for word
7 May 20268-K · 2.02Revenue $1.31B (-4% y/y); Adjusted diluted earnings per share $2.07 (+3% y/y); Adjusted EBITDA margin 14.4; Guidance: Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance raised by 20bps to ~14.2%; adjusted EPS guidance raised by $0.20 to $8.25-$8.55earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q2-2026 | $1.31B | -4% y/y |
| Adjusted diluted earnings per share · Q2-2026 | $2.07 | +3% y/y |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin · Q2-2026 | 14.4% | |
| Free cash flow · Q2-2026 | $179M | |
| Year-to-date signed contract awards · FY2026 | $913M | |
| Sales pipeline · Q2-2026 | $56.80B | |
| U.S. Federal Services Segment revenue · U.S. Federal Services · Q2-2026 | $753M | -3% y/y |
| U.S. Services Segment revenue · U.S. Services · Q2-2026 | $416M | -6% y/y |
| Outside the U.S. Segment revenue · Outside the U.S. · Q2-2026 | $137M | -4% y/y |
| Diluted earnings per share · Q2-2026 | $1.80 | +7% y/y |
Guidance
Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance raised by 20bps to ~14.2%; adjusted EPS guidance raised by $0.20 to $8.25-$8.55
Second consecutive guidance raise driven by AI/automation efficiency gains; revenue guidance reiterated; strong pipeline and buyback authorization
Risks flagged
U.S. Services segment margin pressure from asset impairment charge
“The second quarter of fiscal year 2026 included a non-cash impairment charge that decreased the U.S. Services segment's operating income by $6.9 million” · word for word
Outside the U.S. segment operating loss
“The segment realized an operating loss of $3.1 million for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, compared to an operating profit of $4.8 million in the prior year period.” · word for word
5 Feb 202610-QMMS reported Q1 FY2026 revenue of $1.345B (-4.1% YoY) with significant margin expansion, but negative operating cash flow due to slow collections.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Total revenues · Q1-2026 | $1.35B | -4% y/y |
| Net income · Q1-2026 | $94M | +128% y/y |
| Free cash flow · Q1-2026 | $-251M | |
| Operating cash flow · Q1-2026 | $-244M | |
| U.S. Federal Services segment revenue · U.S. Federal Services · Q1-2026 | $787M | +1% y/y |
| U.S. Services segment revenue · U.S. Services · Q1-2026 | $415M | -8% y/y |
| Outside the U.S. segment revenue · Outside the U.S. · Q1-2026 | $143M | -16% y/y |
| Gross profit percentage · Q1-2026 | 23.7% | |
| Operating margin · Q1-2026 | 10.9% | |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin · Q1-2026 | 12.7% |
Guidance
U.S. Federal Services segment operating margin guided 16.5%-17%; U.S. Services segment operating margin guided 10.5%-11%; Outside the U.S. segment operating margin guided 1%-3%; effective tax rate gui
Management reaffirmed FY2026 segment margin guidance, with U.S. Federal Services expected to sustain improved margins, while U.S. Services and Outside the U.S. segments face headwinds.
Risks flagged
Cash flow pressure from slow collections
“We reported net cash used in operations of $244.4 million for the first three months of fiscal year 2026, compared to $80.0 million for the first three months of fiscal year 2025.” · word for word
U.S. Services segment volume decline
“Our U.S. Services Segment continues to show lower volumes and demand across a broad range of contracts compared to prior years.” · word for word
Outside the U.S. segment revenue and margin pressure
“The organic decline in this segment relates to lower volumes on a number of our contracts. We are tracking a number of opportunities, but many have been delayed.” · word for word
Dependence on U.S. federal government contracts
“...combined with a government shutdown and administrative delays with one of our large contracts with the U.S. federal government.” · word for word
5 Feb 20268-K · 2.02Revenue $1.35B (-4% y/y); Diluted earnings per share $1.70 (+146% y/y); Adjusted diluted earnings per share $1.85 (+15% y/y); Guidance: FY26 revenue guidance narrowed to $5.2B-$5.35B; adjusted EBITDA margin raised to ~14%; adjusted EPS guidearningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q1-2026 | $1.35B | -4% y/y |
| Diluted earnings per share · Q1-2026 | $1.70 | +146% y/y |
| Adjusted diluted earnings per share · Q1-2026 | $1.85 | +15% y/y |
| Operating margin · Q1-2026 | 10.9% | |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin · Q1-2026 | 12.7% | |
| U.S. Federal Services Segment revenue · U.S. Federal Services · Q1-2026 | $787M | +1% y/y |
| U.S. Services Segment revenue · U.S. Services · Q1-2026 | $415M | -8% y/y |
| Outside the U.S. Segment revenue · Outside the U.S. · Q1-2026 | $143M | -16% y/y |
| Sales pipeline · Q1-2026 | $59.10B | |
| Signed contract awards (YTD) · Q1-2026 | $246M |
Guidance
FY26 revenue guidance narrowed to $5.2B-$5.35B; adjusted EBITDA margin raised to ~14%; adjusted EPS guidance raised to $8.05-$8.35
Maximus raised earnings guidance on resilient performance and strong pipeline, with margin improvement driven by technology adoption.
Risks flagged
U.S. Services Segment revenue declined 8.2% YoY due to lower volumes; Outside the U.S. Segment operating loss of $1.4M.
“U.S. Services Segment revenue decreased 8.2% to $415 million. Outside the U.S. Segment realized an operating loss of $1.4 million.”
22 Jan 2026DEF 14AProxy statement disclosing executive compensation, governance, and FY2025 performance highlights.open
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · FY2025 | $5.43B | +2% y/y |
| Organic Revenue Growth · FY2025 | 3.9% | |
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin · FY2025 | 12.9% | |
| Adjusted Diluted EPS · FY2025 | $7.36 | +21% y/y |
| Free Cash Flow · FY2025 | $366M | |
| Signed Contract Awards · FY2025 | $4.70B | |
| Sales Pipeline · FY2025 | $51.30B | |
| Net Income · FY2025 | $319M | +4% y/y |
| Adjusted Net Operating Income · FY2025 | $577M | |
| Adjusted Operating Income Margin · FY2025 | 12.3% |
Guidance
Strategic priorities for 2026 focus on expanding U.S. Federal business, capitalizing on policy-driven initiatives and increasing AI deployment.
Management expresses positive outlook for 2026, focusing on U.S. Federal expansion and AI deployment.
Risks flagged
Government Contract Dependency
“Risks include government contract dependency, AI adoption, and cybersecurity; largely boilerplate.”
Executive Turnover
“Following the conclusion of our fiscal year 2025 and as disclosed in our Current Report on Form 8-K on December 18, 2025, Mr. Martinez announced his intention to resign effective as of February 15, 2026.” · word for word
18 Dec 20258-K · 5.02Reported a director or officer change (departure, election, appointment or pay arrangement)open
Risks flagged
Minimal risk; orderly transition with search underway.
“The Company has initiated a search for a replacement.” · word for word
20 Nov 20258-K · 2.02Revenue $5.43B (+2% y/y); organic growth 3.9; operating margin 9.7; Guidance: FY2026 guidance established; expects growth acceleration in 2027+earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| revenue · consolidated · FY2025 | $5.43B | +2% y/y |
| organic growth · consolidated · FY2025 | 3.9% | |
| operating margin · consolidated · FY2025 | 9.7% | |
| adjusted EBITDA margin · consolidated · FY2025 | 12.9% | |
| diluted EPS · consolidated · FY2025 | $5.51 | |
| adjusted diluted EPS · consolidated · FY2025 | $7.36 | |
| cash from operations · consolidated · FY2025 | $429M | |
| free cash flow · consolidated · FY2025 | $366M | |
| U.S. Federal Services revenue · U.S. Federal Services · FY2025 | $3.07B | +12% y/y |
| U.S. Services revenue · U.S. Services · FY2025 | $1.76B | -8% y/y |
Guidance
FY2026 guidance established; expects growth acceleration in 2027+
Management expressed confidence in FY2026, prioritizing U.S. Federal expansion, preparing for Federal legislation opportunities, and deploying AI automation for productivity.
Risks flagged
U.S. Services segment revenue declined 7.7% due to normalization of Medicaid redeterminations; margin compressed from 12.9% to 9.7%.
“U.S. Services Segment revenue for fiscal year 2025 decreased by 7.7% to $1.76 billion... The decrease was primarily due to the prior fiscal year period containing excess volumes from Medicaid-related activities.” · word for word
Outside the U.S. segment revenue declined 8.7% due to divestitures, though organic growth was positive.
“Outside the U.S. Segment revenue for fiscal year 2025 decreased 8.7% to $599.9 million as compared to $657.1 million reported for the prior fiscal year. The revenue reduction was due to the divestitures of multiple employment services businesses.” · word for word
20 Nov 202510-KRevenue $5.43B (+2% y/y); Gross Profit Percentage 24.6; Operating Margin 9.7; Guidance: U.S. Federal Services operating margin guided 15.5%-16%; U.S. Services 10%-11%; Outside U.S. 3%-5%; effective tax rate 25%-26%.open
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · FY2025 | $5.43B | +2% y/y |
| Gross Profit Percentage · FY2025 | 24.6% | |
| Operating Margin · FY2025 | 9.7% | |
| Net Income · FY2025 | $319M | +4% y/y |
| Backlog · FY2025 | $15.33B | -5% y/y |
| U.S. Federal Services Revenue · U.S. Federal Services · FY2025 | $3.07B | +12% y/y |
| U.S. Federal Services Operating Margin · U.S. Federal Services · FY2025 | 15.3% | |
| U.S. Services Revenue · U.S. Services · FY2025 | $1.76B | -8% y/y |
| U.S. Services Operating Margin · U.S. Services · FY2025 | 9.7% | |
| Outside the U.S. Revenue · Outside the U.S. · FY2025 | $600M | -9% y/y |
Guidance
U.S. Federal Services operating margin guided 15.5%-16%; U.S. Services 10%-11%; Outside U.S. 3%-5%; effective tax rate 25%-26%.
Management provided segment-level operating margin guidance for FY2026, indicating continued margin expansion in U.S. Federal Services and stabilization in U.S. Services.
Risks flagged
Government contract concentration
“In fiscal year 2025, approximately 55% of our total revenue was derived from the U.S. federal government, and approximately 33% of our total revenue was derived from contracts with state and local government agencies.” · word for word
Contract recompete risk
“Although it is difficult to track all the reasons for changes in our contracts, we believe that this contract erosion has typically affected approximately 7% to 10% of our business annually, with the erosion largely being replaced by new or expanded work elsewhere.” · word for word
Budget and policy change risk
“Changes in state or federal government initiatives or in the level of government spending due to budgetary or deficit considerations may have a significant impact on our future financial performance.” · word for word
Performance-based contract risk
“During fiscal year 2025, we derived approximately 54% of our revenue from performance-based contracts and 13% from fixed-price contracts.” · word for word
Maximus, Inc. — questions
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- 12 SEC filings in the last 12 months. Latest: 8-K on 2026-10-20 — Maximus to acquire Agile Defense for $660M cash, plus contingent consideration, to expand defense/national security presence. Preliminary net leverage ratio 2.2-2.3x post-acquisition.
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