Labcorp Announces 2025 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
MWN-AI** Summary
Labcorp Holdings Inc. has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, reporting notable growth. For Q4, the company achieved revenues of $3.52 billion, up from $3.33 billion in the same period of 2024, marking a 5.6% increase. The full-year revenue also rose to $13.95 billion from $13.01 billion, reflecting a 7.2% growth. Diluted EPS for Q4 was reported at $1.98, compared to $1.70 in 2024, while the full-year figure reached $10.46, up from $8.84.
Adjusted EPS showed even stronger performance, with Q4 reaching $4.07 versus $3.45, and full-year results increasing to $16.44 from $14.57. Free cash flow for Q4 was $490.3 million, down from the prior year’s $665.1 million, but the full-year total was significantly higher at $1.21 billion compared to $1.10 billion in 2024.
Looking ahead, Labcorp provided guidance for 2026, estimating revenue between $14.61 billion and $14.79 billion, signifying a midpoint growth of 5.4%. The company expects adjusted EPS to be in the range of $17.55 to $18.25. CEO Adam Schechter noted strong momentum heading into 2026, driven by continued strength in diagnostics and laboratory services.
Noteworthy developments in 2025 included significant acquisitions to enhance lab services, expanded partnerships, and launching over 130 tests, including innovative diagnostics for oncology and neurology. Additionally, Labcorp has planned a major investment in a new 500,000 square foot facility to accommodate future demand. The company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.72, payable March 12, 2026.
MWN-AI** Analysis
Labcorp Holdings Inc. (NYSE: LH) recently announced robust financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, showcasing strong revenue growth and profitability. The company's total revenue increased to $3.52 billion for Q4, a 5.6% rise from the previous year, and full-year revenues reached $13.95 billion, reflecting a 7.2% increase. Notably, Adjusted EPS surged to $4.07 for Q4, marking a 17.9% increase, while annual Adjusted EPS was up to $16.44.
Despite some declines in free cash flow in Q4 to $490.3 million from $665.1 million, the overall performance throughout the year was strongly positive, primarily driven by growth in both diagnostics and central laboratory segments. Labcorp's strategic investments, including a new 500,000 square foot laboratory facility, and expansions in partnerships suggest management's intent to enhance capacity and foster further growth.
A promising guidance for 2026 projects revenues between $14.61 billion to $14.79 billion, indicating a 5.4% midpoint growth. Furthermore, projected Adjusted EPS growth of 8.9% reinforces confidence in Labcorp's potential, particularly given its innovations in specialty testing and ongoing acquisitions.
From a market perspective, Labcorp's stock could represent a compelling investment opportunity. The positive results and optimistic guidance indicate strong operational momentum and potential for further growth. Investors should monitor the company’s execution on its strategic initiatives, and the successful integration of recent acquisitions, as these factors may significantly affect future performance.
For risk-averse investors, it is wise to consider market volatility and potential headwinds in the healthcare sector, including regulatory changes and competitive pressures. Nevertheless, Labcorp's demonstrated financial strength and proactive strategies make it a strong contender for those seeking exposure in the healthcare services sector.
**MWN-AI Summary and Analysis is based on asking OpenAI to summarize and analyze this news release.
PR Newswire
Company Provides 2026 Guidance
- Financial results from Operations versus 2024:
- Revenue: Q4 of $3.52 billion vs $3.33 billion; Full year of $13.95 billion vs $13.01 billion
- Diluted EPS: Q4 of $1.98 vs $1.70; Full year of $10.46 vs $8.84
- Adjusted EPS: Q4 of $4.07 vs $3.45; Full year of $16.44 vs $14.57
- Free Cash Flow: Q4 of $490.3 million vs. $665.1 million; Full year of $1.21 billion vs $1.10 billion
- Provided Full-Year 2026 Enterprise Revenue, Adjusted EPS and Free Cash Flow guidance:
- Revenue of $14.61 billion to $14.79 billion; midpoint growth of 5.4%
- Adjusted EPS of $17.55 to $18.25; midpoint growth of 8.9%
- Free Cash Flow of $1.24 billion to $1.36 billion; midpoint growth of 7.8%
- Expanded partnerships with health systems and regional/local laboratories by signing or closing 13 transactions in 2025
- Advanced leadership in specialty testing, launching more than 130 innovative new tests in 2025, including in oncology, women's health, neurology and autoimmune
- Announced strategic investment to build a modern, state-of-the-art 500,000 square foot Central Laboratory facility to address growth in demand
BURLINGTON, N.C., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Labcorp Holdings Inc. (NYSE: LH), a global leader of innovative and comprehensive laboratory services, today announced results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, and provided 2026 guidance.
"In 2025, Labcorp grew revenue over 7% and delivered double-digit adjusted EPS growth, margin expansion and strong free cash flow. Performance was driven by continued strength in our Diagnostics and Central Laboratory businesses," said Adam Schechter, Chairman and CEO of Labcorp. "We made significant progress across our strategic priorities, and we begin 2026 with strong momentum, and expect continued strong performance in 2026 as we remain focused on growth."
In the fourth quarter of 2025, Labcorp advanced its position as a partner of choice for health systems and regional/local laboratories, expanding access to Labcorp's broad menu of routine and specialty tests and driving efficiencies for customers. In the quarter, Labcorp:
- Entered into an agreement to acquire select outreach laboratory services from Parkview Health.
- Completed the acquisition of select outreach assets from Community Health Systems.
- Completed the acquisition of select anatomic pathology assets from Incyte Diagnostics.
- Subsequent to quarter end, completed the acquisition of select assets of Empire City Laboratories.
Throughout fourth quarter and subsequent to quarter end, the company continued to harness the power of science, technology and innovation:
- Launched the first FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer's disease assessment in primary care settings, enabling wider access, improving early evaluation and supporting timely patient care.
- Expanded access to its molecular residual disease (MRD) testing for stage I–III breast cancer, stage I–IIIA non-small cell lung cancer and stage III colon cancer to help clinicians detect cancer recurrence earlier than traditional imaging.
- Launched several new consumer-initiated tests through Labcorp OnDemand, including tests for food allergies, micronutrients and thyroid health.
- Announced that it became the first U.S. commercial laboratory to enter an agreement to implement Roche's fully automated mass spectrometry solution.
- Announced a strategic investment to build a new state-of-the-art 500,000 square foot Central Laboratory facility in Indiana, with construction expected to begin later in 2026.
On January 14, 2026, the company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.72 per share of common stock, payable on March 12, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on February 27, 2026. In the quarter, Labcorp repurchased $225 million of common stock, resulting in full year total share repurchase of $450 million.
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | ||||||||||||
Three Months Ended Dec 31, | Year Ended Dec 31, | |||||||||||
2025 | 2024 | Delta | 2025 | 2024 | Delta | |||||||
Revenue Summary (Dollars in billions) | ||||||||||||
Total Revenue | 3.52 | 3.33 | 5.6 % | 13.95 | 13.01 | 7.2 % | ||||||
Organic (1) | 3.8 % | 4.4 % | ||||||||||
Acquisitions, net of Divestitures | 1.2 % | 2.5 % | ||||||||||
Foreign Exchange | 0.6 % | 0.4 % | ||||||||||
(1) Organic revenue is no longer separated between the Base Business and COVID-19 Testing. | ||||||||||||
Earnings Summary (Dollars in millions, except per share data) | ||||||||||||
Operating Income ("OI") | 267.6 | 216.5 | 1,384.7 | $ 1,086.7 | ||||||||
OI as % of Revenue | 7.6 % | 6.5 % | 110 bps | 9.9 % | 8.4 % | 160 bps | ||||||
Adjustments (2) | 220.1 | 206.7 | 616.9 | 710.3 | ||||||||
Adjusted Operating Income ("AOI") (3) | 487.7 | (4) | 423.2 | 2,001.6 | $ 1,797.0 | |||||||
AOI as % of Revenue | 13.9 % | (4) | 12.7 % | 120 bps | 14.3 % | 13.8 % | 50 bps | |||||
Net Earnings Attributable to Labcorp | 164.7 | 143.4 | 876.5 | 746.0 | ||||||||
Diluted EPS | 1.98 | 1.70 | 10.46 | 8.84 | ||||||||
Adjusted EPS (3) | 4.07 | 3.45 | 16.44 | 14.57 | ||||||||
(2) Adjustments include amortization, impairment charges, restructuring charges, and special items. | ||||||||||||
(3) Non-GAAP financial measure. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures" for additional information. | ||||||||||||
(4) The increase in adjusted operating income and margin was primarily driven by organic growth in Diagnostics |
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||||||
Three Months Ended Dec 31, | Year Ended Dec 31, | ||||||
2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||
Cash Flow Summary (Dollars in millions) | |||||||
Operating Cash Flow | 614.2 | 777.2 | 1,640.5 | 1,585.8 | |||
Capital Expenditures | 123.9 | 112.1 | 434.5 | 489.9 | |||
Free Cash Flow | 490.3 | (1) | 665.1 | 1,206.0 | 1,095.9 | ||
(1) The decrease in free cash flow was primarily driven by working capital timing. |
Capital Allocation Summary
- At the end of the quarter, Labcorp's cash and cash equivalents balance was $532.3 million and total debt was $5.58 billion.
- During the quarter, the company invested $258.0 million in acquisitions, paid out $59.3 million in dividends, and repurchased $225.0 million of stock.
- During the year, the company invested $582.0 million in acquisitions, paid out $240.7 million in dividends, and repurchased $450.0 million million of stock.
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. | |||||
Three Months Ended December 31, | |||||
2025 | 2024 | Delta | |||
Revenue Summary (Dollars in billions) | |||||
Total Revenue | 2.73 | 2.59 | 5.5 % | ||
Organic (1) | 4.1 % | ||||
Acquisitions, net of Divestitures | 1.5 % | ||||
(1) Organic revenue is no longer separated between the Base Business and COVID-19 Testing. | |||||
Earnings Summary (2) (Dollars in millions) | |||||
Adjusted Operating Income ("AOI") (3) | 419.2 | 359.5 | |||
AOI as % of Revenue | 15.4 % | (4) | 13.9 % | 150 bps | |
(2) Non-GAAP financial measure. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures" for additional information. | |||||
(3) Excludes amortization, restructuring charges, special items, and unallocated corporate expenses. | |||||
(4) Adjusted operating margin increased primarily driven by organic growth, which includes Invitae. |
Three Months Ended Dec 31, | |||
2025 | |||
Requisition | Price/Mix | ||
Volume Delta (5) | Delta (5) | ||
Metrics Summary | |||
Total | 2.2 % | 3.3 % | |
Organic (6) | 1.1 % | 3.0 % | |
Acquisitions, net of Divestitures | 1.1 % | 0.3 % | |
Foreign Exchange | — % | — % | |
(5) Column shows changes versus the three months ended December 31, 2024. | |||
(6) Organic price/mix includes lab management agreements. |
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. | ||||||
Three Months Ended December 31, | ||||||
2025 | 2024 | Delta | ||||
Revenue Summary (Dollars in millions) | ||||||
Total Revenue | 793.0 | 767.0 | 3.4 % | (1) | ||
Organic | 0.6 % | |||||
Foreign Exchange | 2.8 % | |||||
(1) Central Labs revenue growth of 11.1%; Early Development revenue was down 13.5%. | ||||||
Earnings Summary (2) (Dollars in millions) | ||||||
Adjusted Operating Income ("AOI") (3) | 136.1 | (4) | 130.8 | |||
AOI as % of Revenue | 17.2 % | 17.0 % | 10 bps | (4) | ||
(2) Non-GAAP financial measure. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures" for additional information. | ||||||
(3) Excludes amortization, restructuring charges, special items, and unallocated corporate expenses. | ||||||
(4) Adjusted operating income was slightly up due to Central Labs revenue growth. |
As of December 31, | ||
2025 | ||
Metrics Summary (Dollars in billions) | ||
TTM Net Orders | 3.37 | |
TTM Book-to-Bill | 1.09 | |
Backlog | 8.72 | (5) |
Next Twelve Months Forecast Backlog Conversion | 2.66 | |
(5) Backlog increased 9.2% compared to this period last year |
Guidance for 2026
The following guidance assumes foreign exchange rates effective as of December 31, 2025, for the full year. Enterprise level guidance includes the estimated impact from currently anticipated capital allocation, including acquisitions, share repurchases and dividends.
(Dollars in billions, except per share data) | ||||
Results | 2026 Guidance | |||
2025 | Low | High | ||
Revenue | ||||
Labcorp Enterprise (1)(2) | $13.95 | 4.7 % | 6.0 % | |
Diagnostics Laboratories (3) | $10.88 | 5.0 % | 6.0 % | |
Biopharma Laboratory Services (4) | $3.10 | 3.0 % | 5.0 % | |
Adjusted EPS | $16.44 | $17.55 | $18.25 | |
Free Cash Flow | $1.21 | $1.24 | $1.36 | |
(1) 2026 Guidance includes an impact from foreign currency translation of 0.4%. | ||||
(2) Enterprise level revenue is presented net of intercompany transaction eliminations. | ||||
(3) 2026 Guidance includes an impact from foreign currency translation of 0.1%. | ||||
(4) 2026 Guidance includes an impact from foreign currency translation of 1.7%. |
Use of Adjusted Measures
The company has provided in this press release and accompanying tables "adjusted" financial information that has not been prepared in accordance with GAAP, including adjusted net income, adjusted EPS (or adjusted net income per share), adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, free cash flow, and certain segment information. The company believes these adjusted measures are useful to investors as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, GAAP measures, in evaluating the company's operational performance. The company further believes that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides an additional tool for investors in evaluating operating results and trends, and growth and shareholder returns, as well as in comparing the company's financial results with the financial results of other companies. However, the company notes that these adjusted measures may be different from and not directly comparable to the measures presented by other companies. Reconciliations of these non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP measures and an identification of the components that comprise "special items" used for certain adjusted financial information are included in the tables accompanying this press release.
The company today is providing an investor relations presentation with additional information on its business and operations, which is available in the investor relations section of the company's website at www.Labcorp.com. Analysts and investors are directed to the website to review this supplemental information.
A conference call discussing Labcorp's quarterly results will be held today at 9:00 a.m. ET and is available by registering at this link, which will provide a dial-in number and unique PIN to access the call. It is recommended that participants join 10 minutes prior to the start of the call, although participants may register and join at any time during the call. A live webcast of Labcorp's quarterly conference call on February 17, 2026, will be available at the Labcorp Investor Relations website beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. This webcast will be archived and accessible through February 4, 2027.
About Labcorp
Labcorp (NYSE: LH) is a global leader of innovative and comprehensive laboratory services that helps doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers and patients make clear and confident decisions. We provide insights and advance science to improve health and improve lives through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development laboratory capabilities. The company's nearly 71,000 employees serve clients in approximately 100 countries, provided support for more than 85% of the new drugs and therapeutic products approved by the FDA in 2025 and performed more than 750 million tests for patients around the world. Learn more at www.labcorp.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements with respect to (i) the estimated 2026 guidance and related assumptions, (ii) the impact of various factors on operating and financial results, including global economic and market conditions on the company's businesses, operating results, cash flows and/or financial condition, (iii) future business strategies, (iv) expected savings, synergies and other benefits to the company, customers or patients from acquisitions and other transactions and partnerships, and (v) opportunities for future growth.
Each of the forward-looking statements is subject to change based on various important factors, many of which are beyond the company's control, including without limitation: (i) the failure to receive tax-free treatment with respect to the spin-off of the company's former Clinical Development and Commercialization Services business for U.S. federal income purposes; (ii) the impact of spin-off related items; (iii) personnel costs and potential difficulties with employee relations and retention; (iv) the trading price of the company's stock, competitive actions and other unforeseen changes and general uncertainties in the marketplace; (v) the impact of changes to existing or adoption of new laws and regulations applicable to the company, including healthcare reform, or changes to the interpretation and application of such laws and regulations; (vi) customer purchasing decisions, including changes in payer regulations or policies; (vii) adverse actions of governmental and third-party payers; (viii) changes in testing guidelines or recommendations; (ix) the impact of global geopolitical events; (x) the effect of public opinion on the company's reputation; (xi) adverse results in material litigation matters; (xii) failure to maintain or develop customer relationships; (xiii) the company's ability to develop or acquire new products and adapt to technological changes; (xiv) failure of the company's information technology, systems, or data security; (xv) the impact of potential losses under repurchase agreements; (xvi) adverse weather conditions; (xviii) the number of revenue days in a financial period; (xiii) inflation; (xix) increased competition; and (xx) the effect of exchange rate fluctuations. These factors, in some cases, have affected and in the future (together with other factors) could affect the company's ability to implement the company's business strategy, and actual results could differ materially from those suggested by these forward-looking statements. As a result, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of the forward- looking statements.
The company has no obligation to provide any updates to these forward-looking statements even if its expectations change. All forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Further information on potential factors, risks and uncertainties that could affect operating and financial results is included in the company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent Forms 10-Q, including in each case under the heading RISK FACTORS, and in the company's other filings with the SEC. The information in this press release should be read in conjunction with a review of the company's filings with the SEC including the information in the company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, and subsequent Forms 10-Q, under the heading "MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS".
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LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Year Ended December | ||||||
2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||
Revenues | 3,515.8 | 3,329.4 | $ 13,951.7 | $ 13,008.9 | |||
Cost of revenues | 2,522.6 | 2,433.1 | 9,939.2 | 9,384.5 | |||
Gross profit | 993.2 | 896.3 | 4,012.5 | 3,624.4 | |||
Selling, general, and administrative expenses | 538.6 | 595.2 | 2,216.3 | 2,230.0 | |||
Amortization of intangibles and other assets | 72.6 | 70.4 | 280.0 | 256.4 | |||
Goodwill and other asset impairments | 3.6 | 2.8 | 4.3 | 5.3 | |||
Restructuring and other charges | 110.8 | 11.4 | 127.2 | 46.0 | |||
Operating income | 267.6 | 216.5 | 1,384.7 | 1,086.7 | |||
Other (expense) income: | |||||||
Interest expense | (55.0) | (63.4) | (224.1) | (208.3) | |||
Investment income | 3.5 | 15.0 | 15.2 | 22.3 | |||
Equity method loss, net | (6.1) | (0.7) | (13.3) | (1.4) | |||
Other, net | (19.4) | 16.4 | (55.0) | 60.2 | |||
Earnings from operations before income taxes | 190.6 | 183.8 | 1,107.5 | 959.5 | |||
Provision for income taxes | 25.7 | 40.2 | 229.8 | 212.4 | |||
Net earnings | 164.9 | 143.6 | 877.7 | 747.1 | |||
Less: Net earnings attributable to the noncontrolling interest | (0.2) | (0.2) | (1.2) | (1.1) | |||
Net earnings attributable to Labcorp Holdings Inc. | 164.7 | 143.4 | 876.5 | 746.0 | |||
Earnings per common share: | |||||||
Basic earnings per common share | 2.00 | 1.72 | 10.54 | 8.89 | |||
Diluted earnings per common share | 1.98 | 1.70 | 10.46 | 8.84 | |||
Weighted-average basic common shares outstanding | 82.5 | 83.6 | 83.2 | 83.9 | |||
Weighted-average diluted common shares outstanding | 83.2 | 84.2 | 83.8 | 84.4 |
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||
December 31, | |||
2025 | 2024 | ||
ASSETS | |||
Current assets: | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | 532.3 | 1,518.7 | |
Accounts receivable, net | 2,103.8 | 1,944.1 | |
Unbilled services, net | 156.9 | 152.9 | |
Supplies inventory | 534.7 | 493.2 | |
Prepaid expenses and other | 692.8 | 697.6 | |
Total current assets | 4,020.5 | 4,806.5 | |
Property, plant, and equipment, net | 3,081.5 | 3,045.4 | |
Goodwill, net | 6,789.5 | 6,369.7 | |
Intangible assets, net | 3,596.0 | 3,488.9 | |
Joint venture partnerships and equity method investments | 153.9 | 16.3 | |
Other assets, net | 751.3 | 652.2 | |
Total assets | 18,392.7 | 18,379.0 | |
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | |||
Current liabilities: | |||
Accounts payable | 840.8 | 875.8 | |
Accrued expenses and other | 847.8 | 871.2 | |
Unearned revenue | 439.1 | 392.2 | |
Short-term operating lease liabilities | 191.1 | 184.6 | |
Short-term finance lease liabilities | 4.6 | 6.1 | |
Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term debt | 500.1 | 1,000.3 | |
Total current liabilities | 2,823.5 | 3,330.2 | |
Long-term debt | 5,084.6 | 5,331.2 | |
Operating lease liabilities | 682.6 | 676.3 | |
Financing lease liabilities | 63.0 | 74.3 | |
Deferred income taxes and other tax liabilities | 454.5 | 383.1 | |
Other liabilities | 647.8 | 517.4 | |
Total liabilities | 9,756.0 | 10,312.5 | |
Commitments and contingent liabilities | |||
Noncontrolling interest | 16.9 | 14.3 | |
Shareholders' equity: | |||
Common stock, 82.2 and 83.4 shares outstanding at December 31, 2025, and | 7.5 | 7.6 | |
Additional paid-in capital | — | 2.8 | |
Retained earnings | 8,639.9 | 8,303.4 | |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (27.6) | (261.6) | |
Total shareholders' equity | 8,619.8 | 8,052.2 | |
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity | 18,392.7 | 18,379.0 |
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Year Ended | ||||||
2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | |||||||
Net earnings | 164.9 | 143.6 | 877.7 | 747.1 | |||
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities: | |||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 173.0 | 170.6 | 681.1 | 643.5 | |||
Stock compensation | 29.7 | 27.3 | 125.8 | 116.7 | |||
Operating lease right-of-use asset expense | 59.0 | 48.6 | 208.1 | 185.3 | |||
Goodwill and other asset impairments | 3.6 | 2.8 | 4.3 | 5.3 | |||
Non-cash portion of Restructuring and other charges | 101.3 | — | 101.3 | — | |||
Deferred income taxes | 21.2 | 38.5 | 97.6 | (20.1) | |||
Other, net | 19.0 | 16.1 | 70.7 | 62.1 | |||
Change in assets and liabilities (net of effects of acquisitions and divestitures): | |||||||
Decrease (increase) in accounts receivable | 4.9 | 90.9 | (125.5) | (52.3) | |||
(Increase) decrease in unbilled services | (0.6) | 7.6 | 3.3 | 30.4 | |||
(Increase) decrease in supplies inventory | (12.3) | (14.6) | (30.2) | (12.6) | |||
Increase in prepaid expenses and other | (41.0) | (14.7) | (25.2) | (54.5) | |||
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable | 151.6 | 210.3 | (52.8) | 72.1 | |||
Increase (decrease) in unearned revenue | 47.2 | 3.3 | 34.6 | (24.6) | |||
(Decrease) increase in accrued expenses and other | (107.3) | 46.9 | (330.3) | (112.6) | |||
Net cash provided by operating activities | 614.2 | 777.2 | 1,640.5 | 1,585.8 | |||
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | |||||||
Capital expenditures | (123.9) | (112.1) | (434.5) | (489.9) | |||
Proceeds from sale of assets | 4.5 | 1.4 | 8.0 | 2.0 | |||
Proceeds from sale or distribution of equity affiliates or other investments | — | — | 6.9 | — | |||
Purchase of equity affiliates or other investments | (12.5) | (12.7) | (192.4) | (55.0) | |||
Proceeds from sale of business | — | 1.6 | — | 15.1 | |||
Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired | (258.0) | (87.8) | (582.0) | (839.0) | |||
Net cash used for investing activities | (389.9) | (209.6) | (1,194.0) | (1,366.8) | |||
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | |||||||
Proceeds from revolving credit facilities | — | — | 64.8 | 2,463.7 | |||
Payments on revolving credit facilities | — | — | (64.8) | (2,463.7) | |||
Proceeds from accounts receivable securitization | — | — | 225.0 | 300.0 | |||
Proceeds from senior note offerings | — | — | — | 2,000.0 | |||
Payments on senior notes | — | (400.0) | (1,000.0) | (1,000.0) | |||
Net share settlement tax payments from issuance of stock to employees | (1.3) | (7.7) | (31.9) | (46.4) | |||
Net proceeds from issuance of stock to employees | — | 3.2 | 54.3 | 56.2 | |||
Dividends paid | (59.3) | (60.1) | (240.7) | (243.1) | |||
Purchase of common stock | (225.0) | (75.1) | (450.0) | (250.1) | |||
Other, net | (4.8) | (7.0) | (13.7) | (36.7) | |||
Net cash (used for) provided by financing activities | (290.4) | (546.7) | (1,457.0) | 779.9 | |||
Effect of exchange rate changes on Cash and cash equivalents | 0.3 | (19.5) | 24.1 | (17.0) | |||
Net (decrease) increase in Cash and cash equivalents | (65.8) | 1.4 | (986.4) | 981.9 | |||
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 598.1 | 1,517.3 | 1,518.7 | 536.8 | |||
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | 532.3 | $ 1,518.7 | 532.3 | $ 1,518.7 |
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Year Ended | ||||||
2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||
Diagnostics Laboratories | |||||||
Revenues | 2,728.5 | 2,586.2 | 10,876.5 | 10,144.3 | |||
Adjusted operating income | 419.2 | 359.5 | 1,779.9 | 1,606.3 | |||
Adjusted operating margin | 15.4 % | 13.9 % | 16.4 % | 15.8 % | |||
Biopharma Laboratory Services | |||||||
Revenues | 793.0 | 767.0 | 3,098.2 | 2,922.6 | |||
Adjusted operating income | 136.1 | 130.8 | 498.5 | 458.9 | |||
Adjusted operating margin | 17.2 % | 17.0 % | 16.1 % | 15.7 % | |||
Consolidated | |||||||
Revenues | 3,515.8 | 3,329.4 | 13,951.7 | 13,008.9 | |||
Adjusted segment operating income | 555.3 | 490.3 | 2,278.4 | 2,065.2 | |||
Unallocated corporate expense | (67.6) | (67.1) | (276.8) | (268.2) | |||
Consolidated adjusted operating income | 487.7 | 423.2 | 2,001.6 | 1,797.0 | |||
Consolidated adjusted operating margin | 13.9 % | 12.7 % | 14.3 % | 13.8 % |
The consolidated revenue and adjusted segment operating income are presented net of intercompany transaction eliminations and other amounts not used in determining segment performance. Adjusted operating income and adjusted operating margin are non-GAAP measures. See the subsequent reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures.
LABCORP HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | ||||||||
Three Months Ended | Year Ended December | |||||||
2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | |||||
Adjusted Operating Income | ||||||||
Operating income | 267.6 | 216.5 | 1,384.7 | 1,086.7 | ||||
Amortization of intangibles and other assets (a) | 72.6 | 70.4 | 280.0 | 256.4 | ||||
Restructuring and other charges (b) | 110.8 | 11.4 | 127.2 | 46.0 | ||||
Acquisition and disposition-related (income) costs (c) | (2.1) | 51.3 | 52.9 | 146.4 | ||||
Launchpad costs (d) | 13.1 | 7.0 | 64.1 | 65.7 | ||||
Asset impairments (e) | 3.6 | 2.8 | 4.3 | 5.3 | ||||
Customer and vendor cyber-event costs (f) | 0.3 | 16.8 | 1.7 | 24.1 | ||||
Other | 21.8 | 30.7 | 82.9 | 86.4 | ||||
TSA Reimbursement (g) | — | 16.3 | 3.8 | 80.0 | ||||
Adjusted operating income | 487.7 | 423.2 | 2,001.6 | 1,797.0 | ||||
Adjustments impacting revenues | — | 15.0 | — | 15.0 | ||||
Adjusted operating profit margin | 13.9 % | 12.7 % | 14.3 % | 13.8 % | ||||
Adjusted Net Income | ||||||||
Net income | 164.7 | 143.4 | 876.5 | 746.0 | ||||
Impact of adjustments to operating income | 220.1 | 206.7 | 616.9 | 710.3 | ||||
Losses on venture fund investments, net (h) | 10.2 | 4.1 | 44.1 | 11.4 | ||||
Equity method loss from SYNLAB investment(i) | 5.8 | — | 10.8 | — | ||||
Gain on sale of business (j) | — | (1.5) | — | (6.4) | ||||
Pension settlement (k) | 11.1 | (2.3) | 11.1 | — | ||||
TSA reimbursement (g) | — | (16.3) | (3.8) | (80.0) | ||||
Other | (0.2) | — | 0.6 | 0.3 | ||||
Income tax impact of adjustments (l) | (72.8) | (43.7) | (179.0) | (151.3) | ||||
Adjusted net income | 338.9 | 290.4 | 1,377.2 | 1,230.3 | ||||
Weighted average diluted shares outstanding | 83.2 | 84.2 | 83.8 | 84.4 | ||||
Adjusted net income per share | 4.07 | 3.45 | 16.44 | 14.57 |
(a) | Amortization of intangible assets acquired as part of business acquisitions. |
(b) | Restructuring and other charges represent amounts incurred in connection with the elimination of redundant positions and facilities and contract termination costs within the organization in connection with our LaunchPad initiatives, and acquisitions or dispositions of businesses by the company, and are inclusive of the actions taken in Early Development. |
(c) | Acquisition and disposition-related (income) costs include due-diligence legal and advisory fees, retention bonuses, impact of delayed contract or license transfers, purchase price adjustments, and other integration or disposition related activities. The three and twelve months ended December 31, 2025 includes acquisition purchase price reductions of $17.0 million. |
(d) | LaunchPad costs include non-capitalized costs associated with the implementation of systems, consolidation of processes, and consulting costs incurred as part of various business process improvement initiatives. |
(e) | The company impaired certain fixed assets which are no longer realizable by the business. |
(f) | The company incurred cost and additional collection reserves as the result of customer and vendor cyber events. |
(g) | Represents transition services fees charged to Fortrea Holdings Inc. related to administrative and IT systems support. The costs to provide these services are included in operating income but the service fees are included in other income. |
(h) | The company makes investments in companies or investment funds developing promising technology related to its operations. The company recorded net gains and losses related to several distributions from venture funds, increases in the market value of investments, and impairments of other investments due to the underlying performance of the investments. |
(i) | Adjustment removes the impact of the equity method income from the Company's minority investment in SYNLAB. |
(j) | The company recorded a gain on the disposition of the Beacon Laboratory Benefits Solutions business. |
(k) | The company incurred a charge related to its U.S. pension plan due to settlement of certain obligations to retired employees. |
(l) | Income tax impact of adjustments calculated based on the tax rate applicable to each item. |
SOURCE Labcorp Holdings Inc
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