US middle — market EBITDA grows 6.9% in first two months of Q3 2026, Golub Capital index shows

Golub Capital's October 13 report showed middle-market earnings grew 6.9% year-over-year in the first two months of Q3 2026. Revenue increased 3.5%; median EBITDA growth exceeded median revenue growth by several percentage points for the first time since Q2 2025. Enterprise software companies posted EBITDA growth well above revenue growth, reflecting a focus on profitability and margin discipline. Consumer companies maintained solid operating performance despite higher energy costs and affordability pressures on some households. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Golub Capital Master Funding LLC published the original content used to generate this news brief on October 13, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. (C)