RB Global announced an upward revision to its full-year 2026 guidance following a strong second quarter performance. The company now expects gross transaction value (GTV) growth of 9% to 11%, partly driven by the recent acquisition of BigIron, which is anticipated to contribute approximately $500 million in GTV this year. [2, 3] Total GTV in the second quarter rose 11% year-over-year to $4.7 billion. [3]
In a move signaling confidence in its cash flow, the board approved a 6.5% increase in the quarterly dividend to $0.33 per share. [2, 3] The company also highlighted its capital return strategy, having repurchased 1.4 million shares for $150 million under its current $500 million buyback authorization. [2] Management framed 2026 as a year focused on volume-led growth and expanding adjusted EBITDA faster than service revenue.