Collaboration expands access to science-led, microbiome-friendly skincare solutions in Mexico and across new markets in EMEA, including launches in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Ukraine, Bulgaria and Kazakhstan.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE: BHC)(TSX: BHC), a global, diversified pharmaceutical company, and YUN, a Belgian innovator in pioneering probiotherapeutical skincare products, announced the continued expansion of their strategic collaboration in Mexico and across additional EMEA markets following the 2025 launch in Poland.
The expansion includes both portfolio and geographic growth in recent months. In Poland, Bausch Health expanded its dermatology portfolio to include YUN's eczema-prone skincare solutions, building on last year's launch of YUN's probiotic-based skincare solutions for acne-prone skin. Geographic expansion has included launches of YUN's acne- and eczema-prone skincare solutions in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Ukraine, Bulgaria, along with the introduction of YUN's skincare solutions in Mexico. The rollout is expected to continue in Kazakhstan in October 2026. This next phase of the collaboration reflects both companies' shared ambition to expand access to science-led, microbiome-friendly skincare solutions across EMEA and select international growth markets.
"Following our collaboration in Poland, YUN has entered and is continuing to enter additional markets as part of our broader EMEA growth strategy," said Cees Heiman, Senior Vice President, Europe & Canada, Bausch Health. "These launches reflect our commitment to bringing differentiated, science-based healthcare and skincare solutions to patients and consumers across the region. EMEA remains a strategically important geography for Bausch Health, and we see strong potential for YUN's microbiome-focused approach in markets such as Ukraine, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Kazakhstan."
"Bringing YUN to Mexico expands our dermatology portfolio with skincare solutions grounded in microbiome science," said Fernando Zarate, Vice President, Latin America, Bausch Health. "This launch reflects our focus on identifying differentiated products that address evolving skincare needs and broaden access to innovative dermatology offerings in the Mexican market."
"We are proud to deepen our collaboration with Bausch Health and to see YUN entering additional international markets," said Tom Verlinden, CEO and Founder of YUN. "Our mission is to harness microbiome science through YUN Probiotherapy™, creating effective, natural and scientifically grounded solutions that respect the body's own balance. Expanding into Ukraine, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Kazakhstan, and Mexico allows us to bring that mission to more people together with a partner that combines scale, credibility and strong regional execution."
YUN has developed YUN Probiotherapy™, a proprietary microbiome technology platform enabling the stable use of live probiotics in skincare formulations designed to support the skin's natural ecosystem. Through this expanded partnership, Bausch Health and YUN are strengthening the brand's presence across selected EMEA markets and Mexico while increasing access to innovative probiotherapeutical skincare solutions.
About YUN
YUN is a Belgian biotech company pioneering a new approach to everyday care through microbiome science. Founded in 2016, YUN developed the patented YUN Probiotherapy™ technology platform, combining live probiotics with pre- and postbiotics and microbiome-friendly formulations designed to respect and support the skin's natural microbiome. With innovations across dermatological, oral, baby, intimate, and ear care, YUN delivers science- and quality-driven, nature-powered solutions for patients and consumers, today and for generations to come. For more info about YUN, visit our site www.yun-probiotherapy.com or follow us on Linkedin.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
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This year's Aspire Higher scholarships are awarded to six students who have been affected by dermatologic conditions.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC), a global, diversified pharmaceutical company, and its dermatology business, Ortho Dermatologics, today announced the recipients of its 2026 Aspire Higher Scholarship Program. Since launching in 2013, the program has awarded 87 scholarships, totaling over $1 million, to students who have been treated for dermatologic conditions. This year, six inspiring students will each receive up to $10,000 to support their undergraduate or graduate studies.
The 2026 scholar recipients were selected based on essays that described their educational journeys while managing dermatologic conditions and reflected on the role healthcare professionals played in their treatment. The Aspire Higher program recognizes students nationwide and offers scholarships in two categories: Undergraduate Scholar Awards and Graduate Scholar Awards.
"It's always a privilege to be able to support exceptional students as they work towards achieving their academic goals," said Aimee Lenar, President, US Pharma, Bausch Health. "The stories shared by this year's scholar recipients, shaped by their educational experiences and the dermatologic care they received, are truly inspiring. We're honored to be part of their journey through the Aspire Higher program."
The 2026 Aspire Higher Scholarship Program recipients are as follows:
Undergraduate Scholar Awards
Riddhi Patel – Loyola University Chicago Maria Pervez – University of Southern California Connor Proefrock – Purdue University Graduate Scholar Awards
Joshua Lewis – Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine Patrick Molluso – Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University Demilade Oloyede – Harvard University "Thank you for this incredible honor and for investing in my future. I am deeply grateful for Ortho Dermatologics generosity and encouragement, and I look forward to representing the Aspire Higher Graduate Scholarship program throughout my medical training."–Joshua Lewis
To learn more about the Aspire Higher Scholarship Program and to read stories from previous scholarship recipients, please visit www.AspireHigherScholarships.com.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC), is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. Our dermatology business, Ortho Dermatologics is one of the largest prescription and aesthetic dermatology businesses dedicated to helping patients in the treatment of a range of conditions, including psoriasis, onychomycosis, actinic keratosis, acne, atopic dermatitis and other dermatoses. More information can be found at https://www.ortho-dermatologics.com and connect with us on LinkedIn. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
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VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced that two of its pharmaceutical pipeline assets – both first-in-class treatments – will advance to new trials based on recent clinical results. “Helping people see better to live better starts with tackling the challenges patients still face every day,” said Bausch + Lomb CEO Brent Saunders. “These results suppor.
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Earnings Estimate Revisions for BauschFor the fiscal year ending December 2026, this drugmaker is expected to earn $4.35 per share, which is unchanged compared with the year-ago reported number.
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The upgrade of Bausch to a Zacks Rank #2 positions it in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks in terms of estimate revisions, implying that the stock might move higher in the near term.
Bausch Health (BHC - Free Report) could be a solid choice for investors given the company's remarkably improving earnings outlook. While the stock has been a strong performer lately, this trend might continue since analysts are still raising their earnings estimates for the company.
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Consensus earnings estimates for the next quarter and full year have moved considerably higher for Bausch Health, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.
The chart below shows the evolution of forward 12-month Zacks Consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Current-Quarter Estimate RevisionsThe earnings estimate of $1.08 per share for the current quarter represents a change of -6.9% from the number reported a year ago.
Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Bausch has increased 5.37% because one estimate has moved higher compared to no negative revisions.
Current-Year Estimate RevisionsFor the full year, the earnings estimate of $4.35 per share represents a change of +16.6% from the year-ago number.
There has been an encouraging trend in estimate revisions for the current year as well. Over the past month, three estimates have moved up for Bausch versus no negative revisions. This has pushed the consensus estimate 7.41% higher.
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For the Seventh Consecutive Year, 10 Students with Gastrointestinal Disease Will Each Receive a $10,000 Scholarship
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE: BHC)(TSX: BHC) and its gastroenterology (GI) business, Salix Pharmaceuticals ("Salix"), today announced the recipients of its 2026 Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program. For the seventh year, Bausch Health is proud to award 10 deserving students living with a GI disease $10,000 each to further their higher education.
"The extraordinary response to our scholarship program is a testament to the resilience, ambition, and perseverance of students living with gastrointestinal conditions," said Aimee Lenar, President of US Pharma, Bausch Health. "Their determination to pursue their educational goals despite the challenges they face is truly inspiring. Each year, we are honored to hear their stories and proud to provide financial support that helps remove barriers, create opportunities, and empower the next generation of leaders."
The 2026 scholarship recipients were chosen from a competitive pool of over 450 applicants. As part of the selection process, candidates submitted personal essays detailing how their gastrointestinal condition has shaped their educational journey and highlighting the support provided by their health care providers in helping them achieve their academic and personal milestones. All applications were thoroughly evaluated by an independent panel of judges.
The program recognizes students across a wide range of educational pursuits, with scholarships in three categories, including the Undergraduate Scholar Awards, for those pursuing undergraduate degrees; the Graduate Scholar Awards, for those pursuing graduate degrees; and the Working and/or Single Parent's Scholar Award, for students who are working and/or single parents pursuing undergraduate, vocational/technical, or graduate degrees.
This year's recipients shared powerful reflections on what Bausch Health's Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Award means to them and how it's helping shape their academic journey.
"Living with Crohn's disease has shaped not only my perspective, but also the physician I hope to become. My experiences as a patient taught me the importance of advocacy, compassion, and creating spaces where people feel seen beyond their diagnosis. I am incredibly grateful to Bausch Health's Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program for investing in students like me and supporting my journey toward becoming a physician committed to helping patients feel seen, supported, and empowered throughout their care."-Nishant Chadha
"Living with a gastrointestinal disease has shaped who I am today and inspired my dream of becoming a pediatric gastroenterologist. I feel truly humbled and deeply grateful to Bausch Health's Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program for believing in me and supporting my journey. I am honored by this opportunity and hope to use it to give back to children and families facing similar challenges."-Churnika Gudla Venkata Silva
Another recipient, Sean Gibson said, "I am deeply honored and thankful to receive this scholarship, which is a meaningful reminder that resilience can turn life's greatest challenges into opportunities. It strengthens my confidence and hope as I continue pursuing my goals and making a difference in the Inflammatory Bowel Disease community."
Their words reflect the heart of the program—empowering students to pursue their goals with confidence, support, and pride.
Bausch Health's 2026 Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program recipients are:
Undergraduate Scholar Awards AnnaBelle Deaner – Brown University Chad Barnes – Northeastern University Churnika Gudla Venkata Siva – University of Florida Michael Cooper – Fairfield University Sean Gibson – Rutgers University Graduate Scholar Awards Fadi Salib – Keck Graduate Institute Nishant Chadha – Weill Cornell Medical College Richard Tirado – Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science Working and/or Single Parent's Scholar Award Elena Filip – University of Michigan-Dearborn To learn more about Bausch Health's Salix Gastrointestinal Health Scholars Program, visit www.salix.com/scholarship or visit www.bauschhealth.com.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. Our gastroenterology business, Salix Pharmaceuticals, is one of the largest specialty pharmaceutical businesses in the world and has licensed, developed and marketed innovative products for the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases for more than 30 years. For more information about Salix, visit www.Salix.com and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Bausch Health Companies Inc. has surged 40% post-Q2 on strong results and raised FY2026 guidance, but balance sheet risks remain paramount. BHC delivered Q2 non-GAAP EPS of $1.26, beating consensus by $0.25, with 13% revenue growth and notable margin and cash flow improvements. Despite operational momentum, BHC's $15B long-term debt and $800M H1 interest expense drive speculative credit ratings and analyst skepticism.
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Stock to Watch: Bausch Health (BHC - Free Report) Based in British Columbia, Canada, Bausch Health Companies Inc. is a global, diversified specialty pharmaceutical and medical device company focused on developing, manufacturing and marketing products across key therapeutic areas such as gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology and dermatology. Its portfolio includes branded and generic drugs, branded generics, over-the-counter (OTC) products and aesthetic medical devices.
BHC is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of A.
Momentum investors should take note of this Medical stock. BHC has a Momentum Style Score of A, and shares are up 30.9% over the past four weeks.
Two analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.19 to $4.24 per share. BHC boasts an average earnings surprise of +6.3%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, BHC should be on investors' short list.
Bausch Health Companies (BHC +1.60%) had quite a scorching July as far as its stock was concerned. It was bookended by a regulatory win in Canada for the pharmaceutical conglomerate and a beat-and-raise quarterly earnings report. This propelled the stock to a nearly 40% gain over the month.
A hot early summer On July 6, Bausch announced that its Prokedi schizophrenia drug for adult patients had been added to the Quebec Health Insurance Board's formulary.
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This is critical because drug commercialization in Canada is a two-step process -- the product must first be approved by the federal government's Health Canada, then added to a province's formulary. Quebec is the first province to make such an addition with Prokedi.
The earnings report, published slightly over three weeks later, was a much stronger catalyst for the stock's rise. Bausch earned $2.85 billion in its second quarter, a sturdy 13% year-over-year improvement. It was also well over the consensus analyst estimate of $2.66 billion.
The company notched an even more impressive beat on the bottom line. Net income not under generally accepted accounting principles (non-GAAP, or adjusted) leaped 42% higher to $476 million, or $1.26 per share. Collectively, pundits tracking Bausch stock were modeling adjusted per share (EPS) of only $1.23.
All but one of the company's reporting units posted revenue growth in the quarter, with that outlier reporting flat revenue over the one-year stretch. Bausch's Salix gastroenterology (GI) and hepatology business did particularly well, rising by 21% to $758 million.
Meanwhile, the company's foundational eyecare unit, Bausch + Lomb (B+L), grew revenue by 9% to a bit over $1.39 billion.
The company made sure to note that the second quarter marked its thirteenth consecutive frame of year-over-year growth in both revenue and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) for its operations excluding B+L.
It quoted CEO Thomas Appio as saying this was indicative of "the strength of our portfolio, disciplined execution, and the dedication of our teams around the world."
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Continued confidence Management obviously thinks it'll be able to sustain this momentum, as it raised its revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance for the entirety of 2026. It now believes its top line will be $10.79 billion to $11.04 billion; previously, it was guiding for $10.67 billion to $10.92 billion.
As for adjusted EBITDA, this is now forecast at $4.05 billion to nearly $4.18 billion for the year. That's quite an improvement over the former projection of almost $3.89 billion to $4.01 billion.
Bausch is an interesting collection of pharmaceutical assets in a range of therapeutic areas. That diversified approach is clearly working, although the eyecare business that built the company is a relative laggard these days. I like Bausch's selectiveness, and I feel its better-performing medicines still have plenty of room to grow. The market's optimism in July is understandable.
VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced changes to its Board of Directors. At the request of Bausch Health Companies Inc. (“Bausch Health”), which has held a majority ownership position in Bausch + Lomb since its initial public offering in 2022 and currently owns, directly or indirectly through its wholly owned subsidiaries, approximately 87% of the c.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE: BHC)(TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health" or the "Company"), today announced that its CEO, Thomas J. Appio, has been appointed to the board of directors of Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE: BLCO)(TSX: BLCO), a subsidiary of Bausch Health Companies Inc., effective August 5, 2026.
"Bausch + Lomb is an important asset of Bausch Health, and I look forward to working with the board to support its strategy and help drive long-term value for shareholders," said Thomas J. Appio.
In addition, Robert J. Chersi, Laurence E. Paul, M.D., and Barbara J. Trebbi have joined the Bausch + Lomb board of directors. The new directors replace Steven Collis, Karen Ling, Thomas Ross and Andrew von Eschenbach, MD, each of whom has tendered their resignation in order to facilitate the new appointments; none of the resignations were the result of any disagreement with Bausch + Lomb.
Bausch Health is Bausch + Lomb's largest shareholder, holding approximately 87% of its outstanding common shares indirectly through its wholly owned subsidiaries. The Company continues to support Bausch + Lomb's strategy and long-term growth objectives.
These Board changes were requested by Bausch Health and are consistent with its existing ownership position in Bausch + Lomb.
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About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Key Takeaways BHC beat Q2 earnings and revenue estimates, driven by Salix and Solta Medical business. Bausch Health raised 2026 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance after strong quarterly performance.BHC advanced pipeline programs while boosting cash flow and increasing cash balances despite high debt. Bausch Health Companies Inc. (BHC - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $1.26 per share, up 40% year over year. The figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 96 cents.
Revenues increased 13% year over year to $2.85 billion and surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.65 billion.
Growth was led by Salix, Solta Medical and Bausch + Lomb, while Xifaxan revenues climbed 26%.
Excluding foreign exchange effects of $25 million, acquisitions of $35 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $7 million, total revenues increased 11% organically.
BHC’s shares have lost 32.7% year to date compared with the industry’s decline of 1.3%.
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The company reports revenues under two segments: Bausch Health and Bausch + Lomb.
Bausch Health’s revenues amounted to $1.46 billion, up 16% year over year. Within the Bausch Health segment, revenues are recorded under four divisions — Salix, International, Solta Medical and Diversified Products.
Bausch Health's Salix MomentumSalix revenues totaled $758 million, increasing 21% year over year on both reported and organic basis. Xifaxan remained the primary growth engine, with revenues rising 26% to $664 million on higher realized net pricing, volume growth in existing channels and residual Medicaid volume.
Relistor revenues declined 13% to $41 million due to lower volume. Trulance revenues increased 14% to $41 million, benefiting from improved pricing despite lower volume.
Salix’s revenues beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $646 million and our model estimate of $644 million.
BHC's International and Solta GrowthInternational revenues increased 10% to $305 million, while organic growth was 5%. The reported figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $292 million and our model estimate of $291.5 million.
EMEA revenues rose 12% to $155 million and delivered a 14th consecutive quarter of organic growth. Latin America revenues jumped 30% to $83 million, supported by established and newly launched products.
Solta Medical revenues surged 38% to $176 million, aided by the acquisition of the company’s full-service distributor in China. The figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $170 million but missed our model estimate of $185 million.
Organic growth was 12%, led by Asia-Pacific strength. Thermage revenues increased 42%, while Clear + Brilliant revenues rose 17%.
BHC had earlier acquired Shibo’s full-service aesthetics distribution business in China. The acquisition expands its geographic footprint, provides direct access to a large and growing customer base, and enhances its ability to meet rising demand for aesthetic treatments, boosting the long-term growth potential of its global aesthetics franchise.
BHC’s Diversified Segment PerformanceDiversified segment revenues amounted to $219 million, flat year over year. This segment revenues beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $200 million and our model estimate of $185 million.
Within this segment, neuroscience sales increased 17% year over year, driven by favorable net pricing, partially offset by volume decline.
The Dermatology business was down 15% to $47 million due to lower volumes across mature and promoted products. Sales from the Dentistry business amounted to $20 million, down 20%. The Generics business generated sales of $14 million, down 33%.
BHC’s B&L Segment Q2 PerformanceBausch + Lomb revenues advanced 9% to $1.39 billion. Excluding foreign exchange, acquisitions and divestitures and discontinuations, the segment posted organic growth of 8%, reflecting gains across its Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals businesses.
The figure beat both the Zacks Consensus Estimate and our model estimate of $1.34 billion.
A look at BHC’s Q2 MarginsAdjusted gross profit increased 16% to $2.08 billion. The adjusted gross margin expanded 230 basis points to 72.9%, while total adjusted operating expenses increased 6% to $1.08 billion. Adjusted cash flows from operations rose 44% to $637 million.
Bausch Health Raises 2026 GuidanceBHC raised its 2026 consolidated revenue outlook to $10.79-$11.04 billion from $10.67-$10.92 billion. Adjusted EBITDA is now projected to be between $4.05 billion and $4.18 billion, up from the previous guidance of $3.89-$4.01 billion.
Excluding Bausch + Lomb, revenues are expected to be between $5.35 billion and $5.50 billion, implying growth of 4-6%, and up from the earlier projected range of $5.25-$5.40 billion.
BHC’s Pipeline DevelopmentThe registrational phase III program on larsucosterol to evaluate the safety & efficacy in patients with severe Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis (AH) was initiated in early 2026.
The FDA had earlier granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation to larsucosterol for the treatment of AH.
An internal review on amiselimod, a once-daily oral treatment of mild- to moderate ulcerative colitis, is ongoing.
The company’s program for Clear and Brilliant Touch, a fractionated laser device for skin rejuvenation, is also advancing.
Our Take on BHC’s Q2 PerformanceBHC put up a strong performance in the second quarter driven by Salix and Solta businesses. Xifaxan continues to drive growth.
Consequently, the company raised its annual guidance.
BHC’s efforts to reduce its massive debt is also encouraging. On a consolidated basis, cash and cash equivalents totaled $1.83 billion, up from $1.31 billion at the end of 2025. Consolidated debt at principal value was $20.24 billion, while net consolidated debt totaled $18.41 billion.
BHC’s Zacks Rank & Stocks to ConsiderBausch currently carries a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).
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Bausch Health: A Buyout Bid Could Be the Ticket to Unlock ValueBausch Health Cos NYSE: BHC reported second-quarter results that management said extended its streak of revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth to 13 consecutive quarters, driven by performance in its Salix, international and Solta Medical businesses.
For Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb, second-quarter revenue rose 16% year over year to $1.458 billion. Adjusted EBITDA increased 28% to $865 million, while adjusted cash flow from operations climbed $116 million from a year earlier to $471 million. The company raised its full-year outlook for revenue, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted cash flow from operations.
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3 cheap 'stock'-ing stuffers Wall Street is bullish onOn a consolidated basis, including Bausch + Lomb, revenue totaled $2.852 billion, up 13% on a reported basis and 11% organically. Consolidated adjusted EBITDA increased 28% to $1.075 billion, and adjusted cash flow from operations rose 44% to $637 million.
Salix Leads Segment Growth Salix revenue increased 21% to $758 million during the quarter, led by a 26% increase in XIFAXAN revenue. Chief Financial Officer JJ Charhon said XIFAXAN benefited from favorable net pricing as the company continued to optimize its volume-price tradeoff after exiting Medicaid and the 340B program.
Zoetis Declares New Dividend, Hinting At UndervaluationTotal retail prescriptions for XIFAXAN, excluding Medicaid, rose 4% year over year, while extended units excluding Medicaid declined 2%. Charhon attributed the unit decline to reduced volume associated with 340B institutions.
CEO Tom Appio said the company intends to continue optimizing XIFAXAN’s revenue and margin profile during its exclusivity period. Bausch Health’s 2027 adjusted EBITDA outlook remains $2.7 billion and assumes XIFAXAN maintains market exclusivity through Jan. 1, 2028.
Management cautioned that growth is expected to slow in the second half of 2026. The company expects a roughly $150 million headwind from changes in gross-to-net accruals related to channel inventory, including an expected $90 million fourth-quarter expense tied to higher rebates owed to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services beginning in 2027.
The company also expects about $50 million of second-half pressure following Aplenzin’s loss of exclusivity at the end of June and an additional approximately $75 million headwind from gradual erosion in Medicaid and former 340B patient revenue.
International and Solta Performance International segment revenue increased 10% on a reported basis and 5% organically to $305 million. Organic revenue grew 16% in Latin America and 9% in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, while Canada declined 9% due to the absence of a prior-year one-time net pricing benefit.
Appio highlighted continued expansion of the company’s cardiometabolic franchise in Latin America. In Canada, Charhon said the promoted-brand portfolio grew 14% excluding the prior-year pricing benefit, led by a 64% increase in RYALTRIS revenue.
Solta Medical revenue rose 38% on a reported basis and 12% organically to $176 million. Segment profit increased 69% to $91 million. Revenue in China grew 136%, supported by the integration of Shibo, the company’s full-service distributor in China, as well as momentum in other Asia-Pacific markets.
South Korea, Solta’s second-largest revenue contributor, grew 8%, while Taiwan revenue rose 42%. Charhon said the company estimates Solta’s full-year segment-profit run rate at about $330 million, approximately $100 million above 2025, after accounting for revenue seasonality and expense timing.
Management said it plans to continue investing in Solta’s field-force capabilities and direct-to-consumer efforts in the U.S., while expanding commercial resources in China.
Debt Reduction and Updated Outlook Bausch Health reduced net debt by $434 million during the quarter to $13.7 billion. Charhon said strong operating performance, favorable working-capital changes and lower outflows for legacy litigation and restructuring supported the reduction. The company said it completed the final payment related to settled U.S. opt-out litigation in the first quarter.
For the first half, excluding Bausch + Lomb, revenue grew 15% and adjusted EBITDA rose 23% from the prior-year period. Based on that performance, Bausch Health increased the midpoint of its full-year guidance by $100 million for revenue, $150 million for adjusted EBITDA and $200 million for adjusted cash flow from operations.
Revenue is now projected at $5.35 billion to $5.50 billion. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be $3.025 billion to $3.10 billion. Adjusted cash flow from operations is forecast at $1.40 billion to $1.475 billion. The midpoint of the updated ranges implies 5% revenue growth, 10% adjusted EBITDA growth and 21% adjusted cash flow from operations growth versus 2025, according to the company.
Business Development and Bausch + Lomb Appio said business development remains a strategic priority, particularly within the company’s U.S. pharmaceutical platform. He cited gastrointestinal and liver disease, neuroscience, dermatology, pain and adjacent categories as areas of interest, while also saying the company is open to therapeutic areas where its commercial infrastructure can add value.
Charhon said capital allocation priorities remain reducing leverage and reinvesting in the business. Smaller development-stage investments could resemble the company’s DURECT transaction, while larger acquisitions would need to offer a relatively quick payback, be close to commercialization or present clear synergy opportunities, he said.
Regarding Bausch + Lomb, management said it continues to assess options to realize the asset’s value for Bausch Health shareholders. Bausch + Lomb reported second-quarter revenue of $1.394 billion, up 9% on a reported basis and 8% organically.
About Bausch Health Cos (NYSE:BHC)Bausch Health Cos Inc, formerly known as Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, is a global specialty pharmaceutical company headquartered in Laval, Quebec, Canada. The company operates through two primary segments: Ophthalmology, led by its Bausch + Lomb franchise, and Diversified Brands, which encompasses prescription dermatology, gastrointestinal, neurology and branded pharmaceutical products. Bausch Health develops, manufactures and markets a range of therapeutic and over-the-counter offerings designed to address conditions such as cataracts, dry eye, glaucoma, acne, rosacea, migraine and gastrointestinal disorders.
The Ophthalmology segment under the Bausch + Lomb name provides products for eye health, including prescription drops, contact lens care solutions, intraocular lenses, surgical instruments and diagnostic devices.
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Bausch Health (BHC - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.26 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.96 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.9 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +31.25%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this drugmaker would post earnings of $0.81 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.78, delivering a surprise of -3.7%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times.
Bausch, which belongs to the Zacks Medical - Generic Drugs industry, posted revenues of $2.85 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 7.62%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $2.53 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Bausch shares have lost about 35% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 8.5%.
What's Next for Bausch?While Bausch has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Bausch was unfavorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to underperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $1.03 on $2.72 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $4.05 on $10.73 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Medical - Generic Drugs is currently in the bottom 8% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Sol-Gel Technologies Ltd. (SLGL - Free Report) , another stock in the same industry, has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026.
This company is expected to post quarterly loss of $2.31 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -155.4%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 1.3% higher over the last 30 days to the current level.
Sol-Gel Technologies Ltd.'s revenues are expected to be $0.15 million, down 99.1% from the year-ago quarter.
Bausch Health (BHC - Free Report) reported $2.85 billion in revenue for the quarter ended June 2026, representing a year-over-year increase of 12.7%. EPS of $1.26 for the same period compares to $0.90 a year ago.
The reported revenue represents a surprise of +7.62% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.65 billion. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.96, the EPS surprise was +31.25%.
While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Street expectations to determine their next course of action, some key metrics always provide a better insight into a company's underlying performance.
As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately.
Here is how Bausch performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Revenues- Total Bausch + Lomb revenues: $1.39 billion versus $1.34 billion estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +9.1% change.Revenues- Diversified Products: $219 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $199.83 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of 0%.Revenues- Bausch + Lomb- Vision Care: $784 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $782.41 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +4.1%.Revenues- Bausch + Lomb- Surgical: $256 million compared to the $232.49 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of +18.5% year over year.Revenues- Bausch + Lomb- Pharmaceuticals: $354 million versus $326.85 million estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +14.6% change.Revenues- International: $305 million compared to the $292.25 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of +9.7% year over year.Revenues- Total Bausch Health (excl. B+L): $1.46 billion compared to the $1.31 billion average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of +16.5% year over year.Revenues- Solta Medical: $176 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $170.13 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +37.5%.Revenues- Diversified Products- Neuroscience: $138 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $120.21 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +17%.Revenues- Diversified Products- Generics: $14 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $18.7 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -33.3%.Revenues- Diversified Products- Dentistry: $20 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $21.43 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -20%.Revenues- Salix: $758 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $646.3 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +20.9%.View all Key Company Metrics for Bausch here>>>
Shares of Bausch have returned -8.3% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.9% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), indicating that it could underperform the broader market in the near term.
Second Quarter Consolidated Revenues of $2.85 billion, up 13% on a Reported basis and 11% on an Organic (non-GAAP)1 basis over the prior year period GAAP Net Income Attributable to Bausch Health of $258 million and GAAP Net Income of $260 million GAAP Earnings per Diluted Share Attributable to Bausch Health of $0.68 compared to $0.40 in the prior year period; Adjusted Earnings per Diluted Share (non-GAAP)1 of $1.26 compared to $0.90 in the prior year period, an increase of 40% Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 of $1,075 million, up 28% on a Reported basis over the prior year period BAUSCH HEALTH EXCLUDING BAUSCH + LOMB SECOND QUARTER 2026 RESULTS
Delivered thirteenth consecutive quarter of year-over-year Revenue growth, with Revenue up 16% on a Reported basis and 13% on an Organic (non-GAAP)1 basis Net Income increased $84 million over the prior year period, and Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1 grew 28% Generated $517 million in Cash Provided by Operating Activities and $471 million in Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP)1 Raising full-year 2026 Revenue, Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1, and Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP)1 guidance , /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) ("Bausch Health" or the "Company" or "we" or "our") today announced its second quarter 2026 financial results and other key updates from the quarter.
"The second quarter marks our thirteenth consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth in Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health, excluding Bausch + Lomb, reflecting the strength of our portfolio, disciplined execution, and the dedication of our teams around the world. We delivered our highest Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth rates in the past three years, generated our strongest Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations since Q4 2024, and reduced Net Debt by one of our largest amounts since our 2022 debt refinancing. This performance strengthens our financial flexibility and supports continued investment in our business, our pipeline, and business development opportunities. We remain focused on driving long-term value creation," said Thomas J. Appio, Chief Executive Officer, Bausch Health.
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This is a non-GAAP measure or a non-GAAP ratio. For further information on non-GAAP measures and non-GAAP ratios, please refer to the "Non-GAAP Information" section of this news release. Please also refer to tables at the end of this news release for a reconciliation of this and other non-GAAP measures and ratios to the most directly comparable GAAP measure.
Second Quarter 2026 Revenue Performance
Total consolidated reported revenues were $2.85 billion for the second quarter of 2026, compared with $2.53 billion in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $322 million, or 13%. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $25 million, acquisitions of $35 million, and divestitures and discontinuations of $7 million, revenue increased 11% on an organic1 basis compared with the second quarter of 2025.
Reported revenues by segment were as follows:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Reported Change
Change at
Constant
Currency1
(Non-GAAP)
Change in
Organic
Revenue1
(Non-GAAP)
(in millions)
2026
2025
Amount
Pct.
Total Bausch Health Revenues
$2,852
$2,530
$322
13 %
12 %
11 %
Bausch Health (excl. B+L)
$1,458
$1,252
$206
16 %
15 %
13 %
Salix segment
$758
$627
$131
21 %
21 %
21 %
International segment
$305
$278
$27
10 %
5 %
5 %
Solta Medical segment
$176
$128
$48
38 %
37 %
12 %
Diversified segment
$219
$219
$0
— %
— %
— %
Bausch + Lomb segment
$1,394
$1,278
$116
9 %
8 %
8 %
Salix Segment
Salix segment reported revenues were $758 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared with $627 million for the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $131 million, or 21%. Segment revenues increased 21% on an organic1 basis compared with the second quarter of 2025. Xifaxan® was the primary contributor to growth, with 26% revenue growth in the second quarter of 2026.
International Segment
International segment reported revenues were $305 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared with $278 million for the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $27 million, or 10%. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $12 million, segment revenues grew 5% on an organic1 basis compared with the second quarter of 2025, with strong execution across LATAM and EMEA more than offsetting softer results in Canada.
Solta Medical Segment
Solta Medical segment reported revenues were $176 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared with $128 million in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $48 million, or 38% aided by the acquisition of our full service distributor in China. Excluding a $1 million favorable impact from foreign exchange and acquisitions of $32 million, segment revenues increased by 12% on an organic1 basis compared with the second quarter of 2025, led by growth in APAC including South Korea, China and Taiwan.
Diversified Segment
Diversified segment reported revenues were $219 million for the second quarter of 2026, flat compared with $219 million for the second quarter of 2025. Segment revenues were flat on an organic1 basis compared with the second quarter of 2025. Results in the Neuroscience business balanced softer performance in Dermatology, Generics, and Dentistry.
Bausch + Lomb Segment
Bausch + Lomb segment reported revenues were $1.39 billion for the second quarter of 2026, compared with $1.28 billion for the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $116 million, or 9%. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $12 million, acquisitions of $3 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $5 million, segment revenues increased 8% on an organic1 basis compared with the second quarter of 2025.
Consolidated Operating Income
Consolidated operating income was $740 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared with consolidated operating income of $444 million for the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $296 million, primarily attributable to results in the Salix, Bausch + Lomb, and Solta Medical segments.
Consolidated Net Income Attributable to Bausch Health
Consolidated net income attributable to Bausch Health for the second quarter of 2026 was $258 million, compared with consolidated net income attributable to Bausch Health of $148 million for the second quarter of 2025.
Consolidated Adjusted Net Income Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1
Consolidated adjusted net income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 for the second quarter of 2026 was $476 million, compared with $335 million for the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $141 million, primarily due to higher revenues.
Consolidated Earnings Per Share Attributable to Bausch Health
Consolidated earnings per share attributable to Bausch Health for the second quarter of 2026 was $0.68 on a diluted basis, compared with consolidated earnings per share of $0.40 on a diluted basis for the second quarter of 2025.
Consolidated Adjusted Earnings Per Share Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1
Consolidated adjusted earnings per share attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 for the second quarter of 2026 was $1.26, compared with $0.90 for the second quarter of 2025.
Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1
Consolidated adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 was $1,075 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared with $842 million for the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $233 million.
Consolidated Cash Provided by Operating Activities
The Company generated $671 million of cash from operating activities in the second quarter of 2026, an increase of 132% versus $289 million in the second quarter of 2025.
Balance Sheet Highlights
As of June 30, 2026, Bausch Health reported consolidated cash and cash equivalents of $1,825 million, up from $1,309 million as of December 31, 2025. The Company remains focused on strengthening its balance sheet and delivering value to all stakeholders.
Focus on Strategic Priorities
The Company entered the second half of 2026 with strong financial momentum, with revenue and earnings growth across multiple segments. Upon the successful completion of major refinancing initiatives in the prior twelve-month period, the Company materially improved its debt maturity profile. The Company remains committed to evaluating all options for unlocking shareholder value, including maximizing the value of our Bausch Health and Bausch + Lomb assets.
2026 Financial Outlook
The Company updated its Consolidated full-year Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1 guidance for 2026.
Bausch Health (excluding Bausch + Lomb) is raising its full year Revenue, Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1, and Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP)1 guidance, which includes the currently estimated impact of applicable tariffs for the calendar year as of the date of this release.
Current Guidance (as of July 29, 2026)
BHC
BHC
(excl. B+L)
B+L
Revenues (in Billions)
$10.790 - $11.040
$5.350 - $5.500
$5.440 - $5.540
Revenue growth vs. Prior Year
4% - 6%
Adjusted EBITDA1 (in Billions)
$4.050 - $4.175
$3.025 - $3.100
$1.025 - $1.075
Adj. EBITDA1 growth vs. Prior Year
8% - 11%
Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations1 (in Billions)
$1.400 - $1.475
Other than with respect to GAAP revenues, the Company only provides guidance on a non-GAAP basis. The Company does not provide a reconciliation of forward-looking Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1 to GAAP net income (loss) or forward-looking Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP)1 to GAAP cash provided by operating activities, due to the inherent difficulty in forecasting and quantifying certain amounts that are necessary for such reconciliation. Because deductions (such as restructuring, gain or loss on extinguishment of debt and litigation and other matters) used to calculate projected net income (loss) and payments (such as payments of legal settlements, transformation costs, separation costs and separation-related costs, interest charged against premium, financing fees paid in connection with the debt refinancing transactions and acquired IPR&D expense) used to calculate Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP)1 vary dramatically based on actual events, the Company is not able to forecast on a GAAP basis with reasonable certainty all adjustments needed in order to provide a GAAP calculation of projected net income (loss) or cash provided by operating activities at this time. The amount of these adjustments may be material and, therefore, could result in projected GAAP net income (loss) being materially less than projected Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1. These statements represent forward-looking information and may represent a financial outlook, and actual results may vary. Please see the risks and assumptions referred to in the "Forward-looking Statements" section of this news release. The guidance in this news release is only effective as of the date it is given and will not be updated or affirmed unless and until the Company publicly announces updated or affirmed guidance. The rapid recent developments in the evolving landscape of tariffs and responses have resulted in uncertainty regarding these measures and the effects they may have. We continue to assess the direct and indirect impacts on our businesses of such tariffs, including retaliatory tariffs and other trade protectionist measures as the situation develops, and there can be no assurance that such impacts will not be adverse.
A replay of the conference call will be available on the investor relations website.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Forward-looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking information and statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking statements"), including, but not limited to, statements relating to the Company's: future prospects and performance, financial guidance, research and development efforts and anticipated timing or results thereof, proposed plan to separate its eye health business, including the timing thereof, management of its balance sheet, generation of cash, ability to launch and commercialize new products, including the timing of regulatory processes with respect to the Company's product pipeline, ability to enforce and defend its Xifaxan® intellectual property rights, ability to execute its growth strategies and strategic priorities generally, and other corporate and strategic transactions. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of the words "anticipates," "hopes," "expects," "intends," "plans," "should," "could," "would," "may," "believes," "estimates," "potential," "target," or "continue" and positive and negative variations or similar expressions, and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results may, could, should or will be achieved, received or taken, or will occur or result, and similar such expressions also identify forward-looking information. These forward-looking statements, including the full-year guidance, are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management. The Company's 2026 financial outlook and full-year guidance are included to provide further information about management's expectations about the Company's future business operations, activities and results and may not be appropriate for other purposes.
These forward-looking statements are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements. These factors, risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to execute our business strategy, business plans and operational efficiency initiatives; demand for, competitive positioning of and pricing for our current and anticipated products and our ability to achieve expected revenues, margins and expense levels; the successful development, regulatory approval, manufacture and timing of launches and commercialization of pipeline and other products; the completion, timing, integration and expected benefits of acquisitions and other strategic transactions (including the planned separation of our eye health business consisting of our Bausch + Lomb global Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals businesses) on anticipated terms, timing and costs; the scope, duration and financial and operational impact of product quality matters and manufacturing facility compliance and certification matters; the continued availability and performance of key third-party distribution, fulfillment and other arrangements and the stability of global supply chains; the continuation of patent protection and regulatory exclusivity for key products; the expected impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act, and the impact of the negotiated prices for Xifaxan®, expected to become effective in 2027, under certain programs of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and other healthcare reform measures and our ability to mitigate the impact thereof; our ability to generate cash flows and access liquidity to meet working capital needs, satisfy debt maturities as they become due, reduce debt levels and comply with financial and other covenants under our financing arrangements; the expected scope and impact of tariffs, counter-tariffs and other trade restrictions and the effectiveness of mitigation actions and the Company's ability to recover any tariffs that are eligible for refund claims; macroeconomic and geopolitical conditions (including inflation, recessionary pressures, foreign currency exchange rates and interest rates), changes in tax laws and related guidance (including legislation referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development related measures); the expected outcomes of litigation and other contingencies; and other factors, risks and uncertainties discussed in the Company's most recent annual and quarterly reports and detailed from time to time in the Company's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators, which factors, risks and uncertainties are incorporated herein by reference.
We caution that, as it is not possible to predict or identify all relevant factors that may impact forward-looking statements, the factors referred to above are not exhaustive and should not be considered a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. When relying on our forward-looking statements to make decisions with respect to the Company, investors and others should carefully consider the aforementioned factors and other uncertainties and potential events. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made. Bausch Health undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, except as required by law.
Non-GAAP Information
To supplement the financial measures prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the Company uses certain non-GAAP financial measures and non-GAAP ratios to provide supplemental information to readers. Management uses these non-GAAP measures and ratios as key metrics in the evaluation of the Company's performance and the consolidated financial results and, in part, in the determination of cash bonuses for its executive officers. The Company believes these non-GAAP measures and ratios are useful to investors in their assessment of our operating performance and the valuation of the Company. In addition, these non-GAAP measures and ratios address questions the Company routinely receives from analysts and investors, and in order to assure that all investors have access to similar data, the Company has determined that it is appropriate to make this data available to all investors.
However, these measures and ratios are not prepared in accordance with GAAP nor do they have any standardized meaning under GAAP. In addition, other companies may use similarly titled non-GAAP financial measures and ratios that are calculated differently from the way we calculate such measures and ratios. Accordingly, our non-GAAP financial measures and ratios may not be comparable to such similarly titled non-GAAP financial measures and ratios used by other companies. We caution investors not to place undue reliance on such non-GAAP measures and ratios, but instead to consider them with the most directly comparable GAAP measures and ratios. Non-GAAP financial measures and ratios have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation. They should be considered as a supplement to, not a substitute for, or superior to, the corresponding measures calculated in accordance with GAAP.
The reconciliations of these historical non-GAAP financial measures and ratios to the most directly comparable financial measures and ratios calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP are shown in the tables below. However, as indicated above, for guidance purposes, the Company does not provide reconciliations of projected Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) to projected GAAP Net income (loss), due to the inherent difficulty in forecasting and quantifying certain amounts that are necessary for such reconciliations. Many of the adjustments and exclusions used to calculate the projected non-GAAP measures may vary significantly based on actual events, so the Company is not able to forecast on a GAAP basis with reasonable certainty all adjustments needed in order to provide a GAAP calculation of these projected amounts. The amounts of these adjustments may be material and, therefore, could result in the GAAP amount being materially different from (including materially less than) the projected non-GAAP measures.
Commencing in the third quarter of 2025, the Company now includes payments of Acquired IPR&D in the calculation of Adjusted Cash Flows From Operations (non-GAAP). Prior-period amounts presented herein have been restated to conform to the current year's presentation.
Description of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
EBITDA (non-GAAP), Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) and Adjusted EBITDA Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)
EBITDA (non-GAAP) is Net income (loss) (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for interest expense, net, (Benefit from) provision for income taxes, depreciation and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) is Net income (loss) (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for interest expense, net, (Benefit from) provision for income taxes, depreciation and amortization, and certain other items described below. Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) is Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) further adjusted to exclude the Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) as defined below.
Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) and Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP), along with the GAAP measures used by management, most appropriately reflect how the Company measures the business internally and sets operational goals and incentives. In particular, the Company believes that these metrics focus management on the Company's underlying operational results and business performance. As a result, the Company uses these metrics to assess the financial performance of the Company and to forecast future results as part of its guidance. Management believes these metrics are a useful measure to evaluate current performance. These metrics are intended to show our unleveraged, pre-tax operating results and therefore reflect our financial performance based on operational factors. In addition, cash bonuses for the Company's executive officers and other key employees are based, in part, on the achievement of certain Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) targets.
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) is Net income (loss) (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization and the following items:
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs: The Company has incurred restructuring costs as it implemented certain strategies, which involved, among other things, improvements to its infrastructure and operations, internal reorganizations and impacts from the divestiture of assets and businesses. With regard to infrastructure and operational improvements which the Company has taken to improve efficiencies in the businesses and facilities, these tend to be costs intended to right size the business or organization that fluctuate significantly between periods in amount, size and timing, depending on the improvement project, reorganization or transaction. Additionally, the Company is launching certain transformation initiatives that will result in certain changes to and investment in its organizational structure and operations. These transformation initiatives arise outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations and, as is the case with the Company's restructuring efforts, costs associated with these transformation initiatives are expected to fluctuate between periods in amount, size and timing. These out-of-the-ordinary-course charges include third-party advisory costs, as well as certain severance-related costs. Investors should understand that the outcome of these transformation initiatives may result in future restructuring actions and certain of these charges could recur. The Company believes that the adjustments of these items provide supplemental information with regard to the sustainability of the Company's operating performance, allow for a comparison of the financial results to historical operations and forward-looking guidance and, as a result, provide useful supplemental information to investors. Asset impairments: The Company has excluded the impact of impairments of finite-lived and indefinite-lived intangible assets, as well as impairments of assets held for sale, as such amounts are inconsistent in amount and frequency and are significantly impacted by the timing and/or size of acquisitions and divestitures. The Company believes that the adjustments of these items correlate with the sustainability of the Company's operating performance. Although the Company excludes impairments of intangible assets and assets held for sale from measuring the performance of the Company and the business, the Company believes that it is important for investors to understand that intangible assets contribute to revenue generation. Goodwill impairments: The Company excludes the impact of goodwill impairments. When the Company has made acquisitions where the consideration paid was in excess of the fair value of the net assets acquired, the remaining purchase price is recorded as goodwill. For assets that we developed ourselves, no goodwill is recorded. Goodwill is not amortized but is tested for impairment. The amount of goodwill impairment is measured as the excess of a reporting unit's carrying value over its fair value. Management excludes these charges in measuring the performance of the Company and the business. Share-based compensation: The Company has excluded costs relating to share-based compensation. The Company believes that the exclusion of share-based compensation expense assists investors in the comparisons of operating results to peer companies. Share-based compensation expense can vary significantly based on the timing, size and nature of awards granted. Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets): The Company has excluded the impact of acquisition-related costs and fair value inventory step-up resulting from acquisitions as the amounts and frequency of such costs and adjustments are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of its acquisitions. In addition, the Company excludes acquisition-related contingent consideration non-cash adjustments due to the inherent uncertainty and volatility associated with such amounts based on changes in assumptions with respect to fair value estimates, and the amount and frequency of such adjustments are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of the Company's acquisitions, as well as the nature of the agreed-upon consideration. Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt: The Company has excluded loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt as this represents a gain or loss from refinancing our existing debt and is not a reflection of our operations for the period. Further, the amount and frequency of such amounts are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of debt financing transactions and other factors in the debt market out of management's control. Separation costs and separation-related costs: The Company has excluded certain costs incurred in connection with activities regarding the separation of the eye-health business. Separation costs are incremental costs directly related to effectuating the separation of the eye-health business, and include, but are not limited to, legal, audit and advisory fees. Separation-related costs are incremental costs indirectly related to the separation of the eye-health business and include, but are not limited to, rebranding costs and costs associated with facility relocation and/or modification. As these costs arise from events outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations, the Company believes that the adjustments of these items provide supplemental information with regard to the sustainability of the Company's operating performance, allow for a comparison of the financial results to historical operations and forward-looking guidance and, as a result, provide useful supplemental information to investors. Other adjustments: The Company has excluded certain other amounts, including legal and other professional fees incurred in connection with legal and governmental proceedings, investigations and information requests regarding certain of our legacy distribution, marketing, pricing, disclosure and accounting practices, litigation and other matters, and net (gain) loss on sale of assets or other disposition of assets. Given the unique nature of the matters relating to these costs, the Company believes these items are not normal operating expenses. For example, legal settlements and judgments vary significantly, in their nature, size and frequency, and, due to this volatility, the Company believes the costs associated with legal settlements and judgments are not normal operating expenses. In addition, as opposed to more ordinary course matters, the Company considers that each of the recent proceedings, investigations and information requests, given their nature and frequency, are outside of the ordinary course and relate to unique circumstances. The Company has also excluded IT infrastructure investments that are the result of other, non-comparable events to measure operating performance. These events arise outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations. The Company has also excluded certain other costs, including professional fees associated with contemplated, but not completed, strategic transactions. The Company excluded these costs as the consideration of such matters are outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations and are infrequent in nature. The Company believes that the exclusion of such out-of-the-ordinary-course amounts provides supplemental information to assist in the comparison of the financial results of the Company from period to period and, therefore, provides useful supplemental information to investors. However, investors should understand that many of these costs could recur and that companies in our industry often face litigation. Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) is Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) further adjusted to exclude the Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP). Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) is Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the adjustments described above attributable to noncontrolling interest.
Adjusted Net Income (non-GAAP) and Adjusted Net Income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)
Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) is Net income (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure), adjusted for asset impairments, goodwill impairments, restructuring, integration and transformation costs, acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets), gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt, separation costs and separation-related costs and other non-GAAP adjustments as these adjustments are described above, and amortization of intangible assets and write down of financing fees as described below:
Amortization of intangible assets: The Company has excluded the impact of amortization of intangible assets, as such amounts are inconsistent in amount and frequency and are significantly impacted by the timing and/or size of acquisitions. The Company believes that the adjustments of these items correlate with the sustainability of the Company's operating performance. Although the Company excludes the amortization of intangible assets from its non-GAAP expenses, the Company believes that it is important for investors to understand that such intangible assets contribute to revenue generation. Amortization of intangible assets that relate to past acquisitions will recur in future periods until such intangible assets have been fully amortized. Any future acquisitions may result in the amortization of additional intangible assets. Write down of financing fees: In addition to excluding Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt, the Company has excluded the impact of the write down of financing fees from Adjusted net income (non-GAAP). The amount and frequency of such amounts are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of debt financing transactions and other factors in the debt market out of management's control. In addition, the Company excluded these costs as they are outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations and are infrequent in nature. The Company believes that the exclusion of such out-of-the-ordinary-course amounts provides supplemental information to assist in the comparison of the financial results of the Company from period to period and, therefore, provides useful supplemental information to investors. Adjusted net income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) is Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) further adjusted to exclude the Adjusted net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP). Adjusted net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) is Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the adjustments described above attributable to noncontrolling interest.
Historically, management has used Adjusted net income (loss) (non-GAAP) for strategic decision making, forecasting future results and evaluating current performance. This non-GAAP measure excludes the impact of certain items (as described above) that may obscure trends in the Company's underlying performance. By disclosing this non-GAAP measure, it is management's intention to provide investors with a meaningful, supplemental comparison of the Company's operating results and trends for the periods presented. Management believes that this measure is also useful to investors as such measure allows investors to evaluate the Company's performance using the same tools that management uses to evaluate past performance and prospects for future performance. Accordingly, the Company believes that Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) is useful to investors in their assessment of the Company's operating performance. It is also noted that, in recent periods, our GAAP Net income (loss) was significantly lower than our Adjusted net income (non-GAAP).
Adjusted Earnings Per Share (non-GAAP)
Adjusted earnings per share (non-GAAP) is calculated as Basic and Diluted loss per share attributable to Bausch Health (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure), adjusted for the non-GAAP adjustments to reconcile Net income (loss) attributable to Bausch Health to Adjusted income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) and the diluted effect of stock options and restricted stock units excluded in the determination of Basic and Diluted loss per share attributable to Bausch Health during the period as the effect of including them would have been antidilutive. Management believes this non-GAAP measure excludes certain factors that could distort the visibility of the Company's underlying performance per share and offers investors a clearer, supplemental view of the Company's performance and trends over the reported periods. As a result, the Company considers Adjusted earnings per share (non-GAAP) to be beneficial for investors evaluating the Company's operating results, overall valuation, and potential return on investment. Management notes that for the periods presented, the Company's GAAP EPS was notably lower than its Adjusted earnings per share (non-GAAP).
Organic Revenue (non-GAAP) and Change in Organic Revenue (non-GAAP)
Organic revenue (non-GAAP) and Change in organic revenue (non-GAAP), are defined as GAAP Revenue and change in GAAP Revenue (the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures), adjusted for changes in foreign currency exchange rates (if applicable) and excluding the impact of recent acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations, as defined below.
Organic revenue (non-GAAP) is impacted by changes in product volumes and price. The price component is made up of two key drivers: (i) changes in product gross selling price and (ii) changes in sales deductions. The Company uses organic revenue (non-GAAP) and change in organic revenue (non-GAAP) to assess performance of its reportable segments, and the Company in total. The Company believes that providing these non-GAAP measures is useful to investors as they provide a supplemental period-to-period comparison.
The adjustments to GAAP Revenue to determine Organic Revenue (non-GAAP) and Change in Organic Revenue (non-GAAP) are as follows:
Foreign currency exchange rates: Although changes in foreign currency exchange rates are part of our business, they are not within management's control. Changes in foreign currency exchange rates, however, can mask positive or negative trends in the business. The impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined as the difference in the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period. Acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations: In order to present period-over-period organic revenue (non-GAAP) growth/change on a comparable basis, revenues associated with acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations are adjusted to include only revenues from those businesses and assets owned during both periods. Accordingly, organic revenue and change in organic revenue exclude from the current period, revenues attributable to each acquisition for twelve months subsequent to the day of acquisition, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable prior period. Organic revenue and change in organic revenue exclude from the prior period, all revenues attributable to each divestiture and discontinuance during the twelve months prior to the day of divestiture or discontinuance, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable current period. Constant Currency
Changes in the relative values of non-U.S. currencies to the U.S. dollar may affect the Company's financial results and financial position. To assist investors in evaluating the Company's performance, we have adjusted for the effects of changes in foreign currencies. The impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined by comparing the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period.
Please also see the reconciliation tables below for further information as to how these non-GAAP measures and ratios are calculated for the periods presented.
Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP)
Adjusted cash flows from operations (non-GAAP) is Cash provided by operating activities (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for: (i) payments of legacy legal settlements, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions, (ii) payments of transformation costs, (iii) payments for separation costs and separation-related costs, (iv) interest payments charged against premium, (v) fees paid in connection with the debt refinancing transactions and (vi) payments of acquired IPR&D.
As these payments arise from events outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations as discussed above, the Company believes that the adjustments of these items provide supplemental information with regard to the sustainability of the Company's cash from operations, allow for a comparison of the financial results to historical operations and forward-looking guidance and, as a result, provide useful supplemental information to investors.
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) adjusted to remove Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP). Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Income (loss) before income taxes of our Bausch + Lomb segment (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the Company's interest expense, depreciation, amortization and other adjustments as described above, allocated or attributable to Bausch + Lomb.
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb is not intended to be, and may not be, representative of income from continuing operations (for Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb) or from discontinued operations (for Bausch + Lomb) in accordance with GAAP, as: (i) the criteria for that accounting has not been met and (ii) certain cost allocations to Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb and Bausch + Lomb are not in accordance with the criteria for that accounting. As such, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) as included herein may not be indicative of the results of the operations or Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) in the future, or if Bausch + Lomb met the criteria to be treated as a discontinued operation during any of the periods presented.
Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP)
Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP) adjusted to remove Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP). Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Cash Flows from Operations of our Bausch + Lomb segment (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the Company's payment of separation costs, separation-related costs and other adjustments as described above, allocated or attributable to Bausch + Lomb.
Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb is not intended to be, and may not be, representative of Cash Flows from Operations (for Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb) or from discontinued operations (for Bausch + Lomb) in accordance with GAAP, as: (i) the criteria for that accounting has not been met and (ii) certain cost allocations to BHC excluding Bausch + Lomb and Bausch + Lomb are not in accordance with the criteria for that accounting. As such, Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) as included herein may not be indicative of the cash flows or Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) in the future, or if Bausch + Lomb met the criteria to be treated as a discontinued operation during any of the periods presented.
Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP), Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP) and Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP), along with the GAAP and other non-GAAP measures used by management, most appropriately reflects how the Company measures the business internally and sets operational goals and incentives. In particular, the Company believes that these metrics focus management on the Company's underlying operational results and business performance. As a result, the Company uses these metrics to assess the actual financial performance of the Company and to forecast future results as part of its guidance. Management believes these metrics are a useful measure to evaluate current performance. These metrics are intended to show our unleveraged, pre-tax operating results and therefore reflect our financial performance based on operational factors. In addition, cash bonuses for the Company's executive officers and other key employees are based, in part, on the achievement of certain Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) and Adjusted Cash Flows from Operations (non-GAAP) targets.
Net Debt (non-GAAP)
Net Debt (non-GAAP) is long-term debt (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for premiums, discount and issuance costs less unrestricted cash and cash equivalents.
Net Debt excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP)
Net Debt excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Net Debt (non-GAAP) adjusted to remove Net Debt attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP). Net Debt attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is long-term debt of our Bausch + Lomb segment (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the Company's premiums, discount and issuance costs less unrestricted cash and cash equivalents allocated or attributable to Bausch + Lomb.
Management believes Net Debt (non-GAAP) and Net Debt excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) provides investors with useful information regarding the Company's overall leverage position and its ability to service its outstanding debt obligations.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 1
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
For the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Revenues
Product sales
$ 2,825
$ 2,504
$ 5,325
$ 4,731
Other revenues
27
26
51
58
2,852
2,530
5,376
4,789
Expenses
Cost of goods sold (excluding amortization and impairments of intangible assets)
753
748
1,474
1,431
Cost of other revenues
19
16
36
34
Selling, general and administrative
907
894
1,768
1,761
Research and development
173
159
336
302
Amortization of intangible assets
225
256
466
512
Goodwill impairments
—
—
1,426
—
Restructuring, integration and separation costs
9
31
22
32
Other expense (income), net
26
(18)
58
(3)
2,112
2,086
5,586
4,069
Operating income (loss)
740
444
(210)
720
Interest income
11
13
21
24
Interest expense
(396)
(465)
(798)
(795)
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt
—
178
(1)
178
Foreign exchange and other
(7)
(30)
(18)
(34)
Income (loss) before income taxes
348
140
(1,006)
93
Provision for income taxes
(88)
(12)
(165)
(51)
Net income (loss)
260
128
(1,171)
42
Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
(2)
20
6
48
Net income (loss) attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc.
$ 258
$ 148
$ (1,165)
$ 90
.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2
Reconciliation of Net income (loss) attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. to
Adjusted Net Income Attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP)
For the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Net income (loss) attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc.
$ 258
$ 148
$ (1,165)
$ 90
Non-GAAP adjustments: (a)
Amortization of intangible assets
225
256
466
512
Goodwill impairments
—
—
1,426
—
Asset impairments
9
—
9
—
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs
14
52
33
81
Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets)
6
(6)
22
6
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt and write down of financing fees
—
(126)
9
(126)
Separation costs and separation-related costs
1
2
2
7
Gain on sale of assets, net
—
—
(3)
—
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions
6
8
16
5
Other
6
48
14
60
Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments
(35)
(23)
(29)
(38)
Noncontrolling interest portion of the non-GAAP adjustments
(14)
(24)
(28)
(42)
Adjusted net income attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP)
$ 476
$ 335
$ 772
$ 555
Earnings (loss) per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Basic
$ 0.69
$ 0.40
$ (3.12)
$ 0.24
Diluted
$ 0.68
$ 0.40
$ (3.12)
$ 0.24
Adjusted earnings per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP) (b)
$ 1.26
$ 0.90
$ 2.04
$ 1.49
Weighted-average common shares
Basic
375.0
370.9
373.9
370.3
Diluted
378.1
373.1
378.5
373.5
(a)
The components of and further details respecting each of these non-GAAP adjustments and the financial statement line item to which each component relates can be found on Table 2a.
(b)
Adjusted earnings per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. is calculated using diluted weighted average common shares of 378.5 million which includes the diluted effect of stock options and restricted stock units of 4.6 million (the "Dilutive Shares") for the six months ended June 30, 2026. The Dilutive Shares were not included in the determination of basic and diluted loss per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. as the effect of including them would have been antidilutive.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2a
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Information
For the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Cost of goods sold reconciliation:
GAAP Cost of goods sold (excluding amortization and impairments of intangible
assets)
$ 753
$ 748
$ 1,474
$ 1,431
Fair value inventory step-up resulting from acquisitions (a)
—
(21)
(3)
(43)
Adjusted Cost of goods sold (excluding amortization and impairments of
intangible assets) (non-GAAP)
$ 753
$ 727
$ 1,471
$ 1,388
Selling, general and administrative reconciliation:
GAAP Selling, general and administrative
$ 907
$ 894
$ 1,768
$ 1,761
IT infrastructure investment (b)
(4)
(4)
(9)
(12)
Legal and other professional fees (b)
1
(11)
1
(14)
Separation-related costs (c)
(1)
(2)
(2)
(7)
Transformation costs (d)
(5)
(21)
(11)
(49)
Adjusted Selling, general and administrative (non-GAAP)
$ 898
$ 856
$ 1,747
$ 1,679
Amortization of intangible assets reconciliation:
GAAP Amortization of intangible assets
$ 225
$ 256
$ 466
$ 512
Amortization of intangible assets (e)
(225)
(256)
(466)
(512)
Adjusted Amortization of intangible assets (non-GAAP)
$ —
$ —
$ —
$ —
Goodwill impairments reconciliation:
GAAP Goodwill impairments
$ —
$ —
$ 1,426
$ —
Goodwill impairments (f)
—
—
(1,426)
—
Adjusted Goodwill impairments (non-GAAP)
$ —
$ —
$ —
$ —
Restructuring, integration and separation costs reconciliation:
GAAP Restructuring, integration and separation costs
$ 9
$ 31
$ 22
$ 32
Restructuring and integration costs (d)
(9)
(31)
(22)
(32)
Adjusted Restructuring, integration and separation costs (non-GAAP)
$ —
$ —
$ —
$ —
Other expense (income), net reconciliation:
GAAP Other expense (income), net
$ 26
$ (18)
$ 58
$ (3)
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions (g)
(6)
(8)
(16)
(5)
Acquisition-related contingent consideration (a)
(6)
29
(18)
40
Gain on sale of assets, net (h)
—
—
3
—
Acquisition-related costs (a)
—
(2)
(1)
(3)
Asset impairments (i)
(9)
—
(9)
—
Other (b)
(1)
—
(1)
—
Adjusted Other expense (income), net (non-GAAP)
$ 4
$ 1
$ 16
$ 29
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2a (continued)
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Information
For the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt reconciliation:
GAAP Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt
$ —
$ 178
$ (1)
$ 178
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt (j)
—
(178)
1
(178)
Adjusted Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt (non-GAAP)
$ —
$ —
$ —
$ —
Interest expense reconciliation:
GAAP Interest expense
$ (396)
$ (465)
$ (798)
$ (795)
Write-down of financing fees (j)
—
(52)
8
(52)
Adjusted Interest expense (non-GAAP)
$ (396)
$ (517)
$ (790)
$ (847)
Foreign exchange and other reconciliation:
GAAP Foreign exchange and other
$ (7)
$ (30)
$ (18)
$ (34)
Other professional fees (b)
2
(33)
5
(34)
Adjusted Foreign exchange and other (non-GAAP)
$ (5)
$ (63)
$ (13)
$ (68)
Provision for income taxes reconciliation:
GAAP Provision for income taxes
$ (88)
$ (12)
$ (165)
$ (51)
Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments (k)
(35)
(23)
(29)
(38)
Adjusted Provision for income taxes (non-GAAP)
$ (123)
$ (35)
$ (194)
$ (89)
Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest reconciliation:
GAAP Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
$ (2)
$ 20
$ 6
$ 48
Noncontrolling interest portion of amortization of intangible assets (l)
(7)
(8)
(14)
(16)
Noncontrolling interest portion of all other adjustments (l)
(7)
(16)
(14)
(26)
Adjusted net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP)
$ (16)
$ (4)
$ (22)
$ 6
(a)
Represents the three components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets)" (see Table 2).
(b)
Represents the four components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Other" (see Table 2).
(c)
Represents the one component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Separation costs and separation-related costs" (see Table 2).
(d)
Represents the two components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Restructuring, integration and transformation costs" (see table 2).
(e)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Amortization of intangible assets" (see Table 2).
(f)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Goodwill impairments" (see Table 2).
(g)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions" (see Table 2).
(h)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Gain on sale of assets, net" (see Table 2).
(i)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Asset impairments" (see Table 2).
(j)
Represents the two components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt and write-down of financing fees" (see Table 2).
(k)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments" (see Table 2).
(l)
Represents the portion of the non-GAAP adjustments attributable to noncontrolling interest (see Table 2).
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2b
Reconciliation of GAAP Net Income (Loss) to Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)
For the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Net income (loss)
$ 260
$ 128
$ (1,171)
$ 42
Interest expense, net
385
452
777
771
Provision for income taxes
88
12
165
51
Depreciation and amortization
281
307
576
612
EBITDA (non-GAAP)
1,014
899
347
1,476
Adjustments:
Goodwill impairments
—
—
1,426
—
Asset impairments
9
—
9
—
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs
14
52
33
81
Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets)
6
(6)
22
6
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt
—
(178)
1
(178)
Share-based compensation
54
46
106
89
Separation costs and separation-related costs
1
2
2
7
Other adjustments:
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions
6
8
16
5
Gain on sale of assets, net
—
—
(3)
—
Other
6
48
14
60
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) (a)
1,110
871
1,973
1,546
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) (b)
(35)
(29)
(61)
(43)
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP) (c)
$ 1,075
$ 842
$ 1,912
$ 1,503
(a)
Includes the impact of Acquired IPR&D charges of $5 million and $1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, and $16 million and $29 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
(b)
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) is Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest adjusted for the noncontrolling interest portion of the adjustments above as follows:
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
$ (2)
$ 20
$ 6
$ 48
Noncontrolling interest portion of adjustments for:
Interest expense, net
(11)
(16)
(23)
(28)
Depreciation and amortization
(13)
(13)
(26)
(26)
All other adjustments
(9)
(20)
(18)
(37)
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP)
$ (35)
$ (29)
$ (61)
$ (43)
(c)
Includes the impact of Acquired IPR&D charges net of noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) of $4 million and $1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively and $14 million and $25 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 3a
Organic Growth (non-GAAP) - by Segment
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Calculation of Organic Revenue for the Three Months Ended
June 30, 2026
June 30, 2025
Change in
GAAP Revenues
Change in
Organic Revenue
Revenue
as
Reported
Changes
in
Exchange
Rates (a)
Acquisitions
Organic
Revenue
(Non-GAAP) (b)
Revenue
as
Reported
Divestitures
and
Discontinuations
Organic
Revenue
(Non-GAAP) (b)
(in millions)
Amount
Pct.
Amount
Pct.
Bausch Health (excl. B+L)
Salix
$ 758
$ —
$ —
$ 758
$ 627
$ (1)
$ 626
$ 131
21 %
$ 132
21 %
International
305
(12)
—
293
278
—
278
27
10 %
15
5 %
Solta Medical
176
(1)
(32)
143
128
—
128
48
38 %
15
12 %
Diversified
Neuroscience
138
—
—
138
118
—
118
20
17 %
20
17 %
Dermatology
47
—
—
47
55
—
55
(8)
(15) %
(8)
(15) %
Generics
14
—
—
14
21
(1)
20
(7)
(33) %
(6)
(30) %
Dentistry
20
—
—
20
25
—
25
(5)
(20) %
(5)
(20) %
Total Diversified
219
—
—
219
219
(1)
218
—
— %
1
— %
Bausch Health (excl. B+L)
revenues
1,458
(13)
(32)
1,413
1,252
(2)
1,250
206
16 %
163
13 %
Bausch + Lomb
Vision Care
784
(4)
—
780
753
(5)
748
31
4 %
32
4 %
Surgical
256
(6)
(3)
247
216
—
216
40
19 %
31
14 %
Pharmaceuticals
354
(2)
—
352
309
—
309
45
15 %
43
14 %
Total Bausch + Lomb
revenues
1,394
(12)
(3)
1,379
1,278
(5)
1,273
116
9 %
106
8 %
Total Bausch Health
Companies Inc. revenues
$ 2,852
$ (25)
$ (35)
$ 2,792
$ 2,530
$ (7)
$ 2,523
$ 322
13 %
$ 269
11 %
(a)
The impact for changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined as the difference in the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period.
(b)
To supplement the financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP, the Company uses certain non-GAAP financial measures. For additional information about the Company's use of such non-GAAP financial measures, refer to the body of the news release to which these tables are attached. Organic revenue (non-GAAP) for the three months ended June 30, 2026 is calculated as revenue as reported adjusted for the impact for changes in exchange rates (previously defined in this news release) and excluding the impact of recent acquisitions. Organic revenue (non-GAAP) for the three months ended June 30, 2025 is calculated as revenue as reported less revenues attributable to divestitures and discontinuances during the twelve months prior to the day of divestiture or discontinuance, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable current period.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 3b
Organic Growth (non-GAAP) - by Segment
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Calculation of Organic Revenue for the Six Months Ended
June 30, 2026
June 30, 2025
Change in
GAAP Revenues
Change in
Organic Revenue
Revenue
as
Reported
Changes
in
Exchange
Rates (a)
Acquisitions
Organic
Revenue
(Non-GAAP) (b)
Revenue
as
Reported
Divestitures
and
Discontinuations
Organic
Revenue
(Non-GAAP) (b)
(in millions)
Amount
Pct.
Amount
Pct.
Bausch Health (excl. B+L)
Salix
$ 1,397
$ —
$ —
$ 1,397
$ 1,169
$ (1)
$ 1,168
$ 228
20 %
$ 229
20 %
International
590
(37)
—
553
540
(1)
539
50
9 %
14
3 %
Solta Medical
347
(5)
(64)
278
241
—
241
106
44 %
37
15 %
Diversified
Neuroscience
251
—
—
251
236
—
236
15
6 %
15
6 %
Dermatology
80
—
—
80
101
—
101
(21)
(21) %
(21)
(21) %
Generics
32
—
—
32
39
(1)
38
(7)
(18) %
(6)
(16) %
Dentistry
41
—
—
41
48
—
48
(7)
(15) %
(7)
(15) %
Total Diversified
404
—
—
404
424
(1)
423
(20)
(5) %
(19)
(4) %
Bausch Health (excl. B+L)
revenues
2,738
(42)
(64)
2,632
2,374
(3)
2,371
364
15 %
261
11 %
Bausch + Lomb
Vision Care
1,495
(29)
—
1,466
1,409
(7)
1,402
86
6 %
64
5 %
Surgical
484
(18)
(4)
462
430
—
430
54
13 %
32
7 %
Pharmaceuticals
659
(7)
—
652
576
(1)
575
83
14 %
77
13 %
Total Bausch + Lomb
revenues
2,638
(54)
(4)
2,580
2,415
(8)
2,407
223
9 %
173
7 %
Total Bausch Health
Companies Inc. revenues
$ 5,376
$ (96)
$ (68)
$ 5,212
$ 4,789
$ (11)
$ 4,778
$ 587
12 %
$ 434
9 %
(a)
The impact for changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined as the difference in the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period.
(b)
To supplement the financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP, the Company uses certain non-GAAP financial measures. For additional information about the Company's use of such non-GAAP financial measures, refer to the body of the news release to which these tables are attached. Organic revenue (non-GAAP) for the six months ended June 30, 2026 is calculated as revenue as reported adjusted for the impact for changes in exchange rates (previously defined in this news release) and excluding the impact of recent acquisitions. Organic revenue (non-GAAP) for the six months ended June 30, 2025 is calculated as revenue as reported less revenues attributable to divestitures and discontinuances during the twelve months prior to the day of divestiture or discontinuance, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable current period.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 4
Other Financial Information
(unaudited)
(in millions)
June 30,
2026
December 31,
2025
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 1,825
$ 1,309
Restricted cash
13
16
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
$ 1,838
$ 1,325
(in millions)
June 30,
2026
December 31,
2025
Debt Obligations
Senior Secured Credit Facilities:
Revolving Credit Facilities
$ 150
$ 100
Term Loan Facilities
5,765
5,787
Senior Secured Notes
10,214
10,235
Senior Unsecured Notes
4,098
4,098
Other
12
12
Total long-term debt and other, net of premiums, discounts and issuance costs
20,239
20,232
Plus: Unamortized premiums, discounts and issuance costs
502
585
Total long-term debt and other
$ 20,741
$ 20,817
(in millions)
June 30,
2026
December 31,
2025
Maturities of Debt Obligations (at principal amount)
Remainder of 2026
$ 29
58
2027
701
701
2028
3,766
4,240
2029
1,667
1,662
2030
4,173
4,118
2031
3,903
3,453
Thereafter
6,000
6,000
Total debt obligations
$ 20,239
$ 20,232
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Cash provided by operating activities
$ 671
$ 289
900
500
Net cash impact of legacy legal matters (a)
9
84
167
99
Payments of transformation costs
6
18
14
22
Payments of separation costs and separation-related costs
—
4
—
11
Interest payments charged against debt premium
(56)
(37)
(100)
(164)
Fees paid in connection with debt refinancing
2
84
13
84
Payments of Acquired IPR&D
5
—
16
28
Adjusted cash flows from operations (non-GAAP) (b)
$ 637
$ 442
$ 1,010
$ 580
(a)
Payments of legacy legal settlements, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions.
(b)
This is a non-GAAP measure. For further information on non-GAAP measures and non-GAAP ratios, please refer to the "Non-GAAP Information" section of this news release.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 4 (continued)
Other Financial Information
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2026
(in millions)
Bausch Health
Companies, Inc.
Bausch + Lomb
Corporation
Bausch Health
(excluding B+L) (b)
Cash provided by operating activities
$ 671
$ 153
$ 517
Payments of legacy legal matters
9
5
5
Payments of transformation costs
6
3
3
Interest payments charged against debt premium
(56)
—
(56)
Fees paid in connection with debt refinancing
2
—
2
Payments of Acquired IPR&D
5
5
—
Adjusted cash flows from operations (non-GAAP) (a)
$ 637
$ 166
$ 471
(a)
This is a non-GAAP measure. Management considers the presentation of Adjusted cash flows from operations for Bausch Health (excl. B+L) (non-GAAP) to be meaningful information and utilizes it in decision making and for compensation purposes. Adjusted cash flows from operations for Bausch Health (excl. B+L) (non-GAAP) is not intended to be representative of GAAP operating activities and Adjusted cash flows from operations for B+L (non-GAAP) is not intended to be representative of discontinued operations as the criteria for that accounting has not been met. As such, Adjusted cash flows from operations excluding B+L (non-GAAP) as included herein may not be indicative of the results of the operations or Adjusted cash flows from operations attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) in the future, or if B+L met the criteria to be treated as a discontinued operation during any of the periods presented.
(b)
Amounts may not cross foot due to rounding.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 5
Reconciliation of Reported Net Income (Loss) to Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2026
Three Months Ended June 30, 2025
(in millions)
Bausch Health
Companies Inc.
Bausch + Lomb
Corporation
Bausch Health
(excluding B+L)
Bausch Health
Companies Inc.
Bausch + Lomb
Corporation
Bausch Health
(excluding B+L)
Net Income (Loss)
$ 260
$ (10)
$ 270
$ 128
$ (58)
$ 186
Interest expense, net
385
89
296
452
125
327
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes
88
(1)
89
12
(89)
101
Depreciation and amortization
281
102
179
307
107
200
EBITDA(a)
1,014
180
834
899
85
814
Adjustments:
Asset impairments
9
9
—
—
—
—
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs
14
7
7
52
49
3
Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding
amortization of intangible assets)
6
2
4
(6)
5
(11)
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt
—
—
—
(178)
9
(187)
Share-based compensation
54
38
16
46
30
16
Separation costs and separation-related costs
1
—
1
2
—
2
Other adjustments:
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance
recoveries and restitutions
6
5
1
8
6
2
Other
6
4
2
48
11
37
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) (a),(b)
$ 1,110
$ 245
$ 865
$ 871
$ 195
$ 676
Impact of Acquired IPR&D
$ 5
$ 5
$ —
$ 1
$ 1
$ —
(a)
This is a non-GAAP measure. Management considers the presentation of Adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health (excluding B+L) (non-GAAP) to be meaningful information and utilizes it in decision making and for compensation purposes. Adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health Excluding B+L (non-GAAP) is not intended to be representative of GAAP continuing operations and Adjusted EBITDA for B+L is not intended to be representative of discontinued operations as the criteria for that accounting has not been met. As such, Adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health excluding B+L (non-GAAP) as included herein may not be indicative of the results of the operations or Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) in the future, or if B+L met the criteria to be treated as a discontinued operation during any of the periods presented.
(b)
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) above includes Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interests. For Bausch Health Companies Inc., this amounted to $35 million and $29 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively, which includes $4 million related to B+L in each period.
CompaniesJuly 9 (Reuters) - Bausch + Lomb (BLCO.TO), opens new tab said on Thursday its glaucoma eye drop had missed the main goal in a mid-stage trial of replicating visual function improvements observed in a smaller study.
The company said it will discontinue development of the eye drops for glaucoma-related vision improvement.
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Bausch acquired the eye drop BL1107 through a buyout of Whitecap Biosciences last year.
U.S.-listed shares of the company were down 2.8% in extended trading.
The company said it will continue pursuing a sustained-release implant for the treatment of vision-threatening diseases, with a primary focus on geographic atrophy, an advanced, late stage of dry age-related macular degeneration.
Bausch expects clinical trials of the implant to begin in 2028.
"We’ve intentionally built a diversified pipeline ... not every program will succeed, but every study helps us make smarter decisions about where to invest,” said Bausch's medical chief Yehia Hashad.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) will release second quarter 2026 financial results after market close on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Bausch Health will host a live conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. U.S. EDT to discuss results and provide a business update. All materials will be made available on the Investor Relations section of the Bausch Health website prior to the start of the call.
A replay of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations website.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) today announced that Michael Goettler has resigned from its Board of Directors, effective June 30, 2026, in connection with his appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer of Knoa Pharma LLC.
"We thank Michael for his valued service and wish him the best in his new role," said John A. Paulson, Chairperson of the Bausch Health Board of Directors.
Mr. Goettler's resignation was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies or practices.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced European commercial availability of the preloaded enVista Envy full range of vision intraocular lens (IOL), which offers excellent dysphotopsia tolerance on the widely used enVista IOL platform. “Bausch + Lomb now offers two full range of vision premium IOLs - enVista Envy and LuxLife™ to meet the evolving needs.
VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted 510(k) clearance for the Bi-Blade+ advanced dual-port vitrectomy cutter and the Adaptive Fluidics advanced update on the Stellaris Elite® Vision Enhancement System. “Retinal surgeons who are familiar with our Bi-Blade technology understand the benefits of it.
The skin recovery emulsion for dry, sensitive, or stressed skin is now available through select online channels
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) and its dermatology business, Ortho Dermatologics, today announced Biafine® Skin Recovery Emulsion is now offered through convenient online ordering in the United States. The well-known French skincare formula is available through select online channels.
First developed in France in 1971, Biafine® is a lightweight emulsion formula designed to support the skin's natural barrier function while helping to maintain skin hydration and comfort. For decades, the formula has been recognized by dermatologists and consumers for its unique texture and versatility in skincare routines. The renowned formulation is gentle enough for sensitive skin, helps soothe skin, and is clinically proven to support the skin barrier. Its versatility in skincare routines has contributed to Biafine's recognition among dermatologists and consumers alike.
Tom Stern, Vice President and General Manager of the Ortho Dermatologics business reflected, "We are proud to offer dermatology practices and patients access to a formula that has earned the trust of both professionals and consumers for decades."
Biafine is available directly to patients through select online channels, including Amazon. Dermatology practices can provide the product through the Ortho Dermatologics Direct platform which supports in-office access when a dermatologist recommends it as part of a skincare regimen.
For more information about Biafine, please visit www.biafine.com.
About Biafine®
Biafine® is a French-developed skincare emulsion introduced in 1971, designed to support the skin's natural barrier function while maintaining hydration and comfort. For decades, the formula has been recognized by dermatologists and consumers for its unique texture and versatility in skincare routines. Biafine is offered in the United States as a cosmetic for skincare.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. Our dermatology business, Ortho Dermatologics is one of the largest prescription and aesthetic dermatology businesses dedicated to helping patients in the treatment of a range of conditions, including psoriasis, onychomycosis, actinic keratosis, acne, atopic dermatitis and other dermatoses. More information can be found at https://www.ortho-dermatologics.com and connect with us on LinkedIn. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced that Ophthalmology and Therapy published a narrative review highlighting the role of certain B vitamins in reducing the risk of development and progression of AMD1, a leading cause of vision loss in Americans 50 years of age or older.2
Drawing on more than two decades of scientific research, the publication synthesizes findings from more than 20 human studies evaluating nearly 30,000 individuals, spanning randomized clinical trials and large observational cohorts, as well as mechanistic and biomarker studies. Across a range of diverse studies assessing different B vitamins, combinations and concentrations, this article discusses the complex relationships between B-vitamin deficiency, elevated homocysteine, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction and AMD pathogenesis. Collectively, the research shows that B vitamins play an important role in helping to lower the risk of AMD and supporting eye health. This body of evidence provides a solid scientific basis for including B vitamins in nutritional supplements designed for people with AMD, with a long‑term clinical trial for a unique B‑vitamin complex now in planning.
“Scientific evidence shows that AMD develops through a combination of oxidative stress, impaired mitochondrial function and chronic inflammation,” said Julie Poteet, OD, MS, CNS, FOWNS, and co-author of the paper. “The data reviewed in this paper suggest that some B vitamins may play a critical role in regulating homocysteine, a compound linked to retinal damage and increased AMD risk. Collectively, these findings support B-vitamin supplementation in offering additional protective benefits, especially for patients with early AMD.”
Key clinical insights from the paper:
Women’s Antioxidant and Folic Acid Cardiovascular Study (WAFACS) demonstrated a 34% reduction in AMD risk and a 41% reduction in visually significant AMD with daily supplementation of specific concentrations of B6 (50 mg), B9 (2.5 mg) and B12 (1 mg)1 AREDS and AREDS2 post-hoc analyses showed decreased risk of progression to geographic atrophy and neovascular AMD with higher dietary intake of B6 and B91 The Blue Mountains Eye Study and Alienor Study linked low serum B12 and B9 levels to increased AMD incidence and progression, highlighting the importance of maintaining adequate B vitamin levels1 Across epidemiologic, mechanistic and randomized clinical trial data, findings consistently show that B vitamin levels and function are closely tied to both AMD risk and disease progression1 “This publication demonstrates that nutritional supplementation plays a key role in helping reduce the risk of AMD. It also underscores our commitment to science-driven innovation,” said John Ferris, president, Consumer, Bausch + Lomb. “Through clinical research and collaboration with leading eye care professionals, we’re focused on finding ways to help support eye health for a broader population of individuals, including those with early-stage AMD. We are turning this strong existing evidence into action with the availability of PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins, enhanced with B vitamins.”
Ferris continued, “While the existing human evidence strongly supports action today, we are finalizing plans for a long-term clinical trial to advance the science further by evaluating this new formulation with patients. This approach ensures patients and clinicians have access to timely innovation now and through a planned long-term clinical trial that continues to elevate the standard of care.”
PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins are formulated to help support cellular metabolism, healthy homocysteine levels and the body’s natural response to oxidative stress, as well as help reduce the risk of moderate-to-advanced AMD progression.* Recent in vitro evidence indicates a synergistic effect on differential gene expression when combining AREDS2 nutrients with B vitamins.5 New genetic research also points to a link between B vitamins and AMD risk, reinforcing its inclusion in this next-generation PreserVision formula.5
PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins are now available in the U.S. and are expected to be available at most major retailers by June 2026.
About AMD
AMD is a progressive eye condition that impacts central vision and is a leading cause of blindness in adults 50 years of age and older. Early-stage AMD often does not present any symptoms or changes in vision, as symptoms usually appear gradually over time. This progressive condition can impact one or both eyes, causing people to have difficulty with daily activities like driving, reading or recognizing the faces of loved ones.4
About PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula Eye Vitamins
PreserVision AREDS 2 formula eye vitamins contain the exact NEI-recommended formula based on the AREDS2 study. The daily dose (two capsules) of PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula eye vitamins provides the exact same levels of all six clinically proven nutrients as the NEI supported formula: vitamin C (500mg), vitamin E (400 IU/180mg), lutein (10mg), zeaxanthin (2mg), zinc (80mg) and copper (2mg). For more information, visit www.preservision.com.
About the AREDS, AREDS2 and 10-Year Follow-on AREDS2 Study Results
The AREDS and AREDS2 studies are landmark clinical studies conducted over 20 years by the NEI. The AREDS study in 2001 demonstrated that taking a specific combination of antioxidants and zinc could help reduce the risk of progression of AMD in those with moderate to advanced AMD. In 2012, the NEI completed the AREDS2 study, which tested several changes to the formulation, such as adding omega-3 fatty acids, substituting lutein and zeaxanthin for beta-carotene, and/or reducing zinc. The current AREDS2 nutrient formula recommended by the NEI is the result of this study.
The NEI 10-Year Follow-on Study results evaluated the long-term results of participants who were involved in the AREDS2 study. Consisting of 3,882 people (6,351 study eyes) with moderate to advanced AMD over a 10-year period, the follow-on study further validates the original findings of the AREDS2 formulation with lutein and zeaxanthin, demonstrating an incremental reduction in risk of the progression to late-stage AMD.3
About Bausch + Lomb
Our mission is simple – we help people see better to live better, all over the world. For nearly two centuries we’ve evolved with the changing needs of patients and customers, and our commitment to innovation and improving the standard of care in eye health has never been stronger. From contact lenses to prescription products, over-the-counter options, surgical devices and more, we’re turning bold ideas into better outcomes through passion, perseverance and purpose. Learn more at www.bausch.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.
First Quarter Consolidated Revenues of $2.52 billion, up 12% on a Reported basis and 7% on an Organic (non-GAAP)1 basis over the prior year period GAAP Net Loss Attributable to Bausch Health of $1,423 million and GAAP Net Loss of $1,431 million, inclusive of a $1,426 million goodwill impairment charge GAAP Loss per Share of ($3.82) (basic and diluted) compared to ($0.16) in the prior year period Adjusted Earnings per Diluted Share (non-GAAP) of $0.78 compared to $0.59 in the prior year period, an increase of 32% Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 of $837 million, up 27% on a Reported basis over the prior year period BAUSCH HEALTH EXCLUDING BAUSCH + LOMB FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS
Delivered twelfth consecutive quarter of year-over-year Revenue growth and Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1 growth, with 14% Reported and 9% Organic (non-GAAP)1 Revenue growth and 17% Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1 growth Generated $319 million in Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP)1 Reaffirming full-year 2026 Revenue, Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1, and Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP)1 guidance , /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) ("Bausch Health" or the "Company" or "we" or "our") today announced its first quarter 2026 financial results and other key updates from the quarter.
"Our first quarter performance marks twelve consecutive periods of year‑over‑year growth in revenue, adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb, reflecting strategic execution and disciplined accountability across our organization. We continue to invest in our pipeline, including the advancement of larsucosterol to treat alcohol‑associated hepatitis, while pursuing business development opportunities aligned with our strategic priorities. With this momentum, we reaffirm our full‑year 2026 outlook and remain focused on driving sustainable performance and shareholder value," said Thomas J. Appio, Chief Executive Officer, Bausch Health.
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This is a non-GAAP measure or a non-GAAP ratio. For further information on non-GAAP measures and non-GAAP ratios, please refer to the "Non-GAAP Information" section of this news release. Please also refer to tables at the end of this
news release for a reconciliation of this and other non-GAAP measures and ratios to the most directly comparable GAAP measure.
First Quarter 2026 Revenue Performance
Total consolidated reported revenues were $2.52 billion for the first quarter of 2026, compared with $2.26 billion in the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $265 million, or 12%. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $71 million, acquisitions of $33 million, and divestitures and discontinuations of $4 million, revenue increased 7% on an organic1 basis compared with the first quarter of 2025.
Reported revenues by segment were as follows:
Three Months Ended
March 31,
Reported Change
Change at
Constant
Currency1
(Non-GAAP)
Change in
Organic
Revenue1
(Non-GAAP)
(in millions)
2026
2025
Amount
Pct.
Total Bausch Health Revenues
$2,524
$2,259
$265
12 %
9 %
7 %
Bausch Health (excl. B+L)
$1,280
$1,122
$158
14 %
11 %
9 %
Salix segment
$639
$542
$97
18 %
18 %
18 %
International segment
$285
$262
$23
9 %
(1 %)
— %
Solta Medical segment
$171
$113
$58
51 %
48 %
19 %
Diversified segment
$185
$205
($20)
(10 %)
(10 %)
(10 %)
Bausch + Lomb segment
$1,244
$1,137
$107
9 %
6 %
6 %
Salix Segment
Salix segment reported revenues were $639 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared with $542 million for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $97 million, or 18%. Segment revenues increased 18% on an organic1 basis compared with the first quarter of 2025. Xifaxan® was the primary contributor to growth, with 21% revenue growth in the first quarter of 2026.
International Segment
International segment reported revenues were $285 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared with $262 million for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $23 million, or 9%. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $25 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $1 million, segment revenues were relatively flat on an organic1 basis compared with the first quarter of 2025, with strength in EMEA offset by reduction in Loss Of Exclusivity portfolio in Canada versus the prior year period.
Solta Medical Segment
Solta Medical segment reported revenues were $171 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared with $113 million in the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $58 million, or 51% and aided by the acquisition of Shibo's full service aesthetics business in China. Excluding a $4 million favorable impact from foreign exchange and acquisitions of $32 million, segment revenues increased by 19% on an organic1 basis compared with the first quarter of 2025, led by growth in APAC, most notably in China and South Korea.
Diversified Segment
Diversified segment reported revenues were $185 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared with $205 million for the first quarter of 2025, a decrease of $20 million, or 10%. Segment revenues decreased 10% on an organic1 basis compared with the first quarter of 2025.
Bausch + Lomb Segment
Bausch + Lomb segment reported revenues were $1.24 billion for the first quarter of 2026, compared with $1.14 billion for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $107 million, or 9%. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $42 million, acquisitions of $1 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $3 million, segment revenues increased 6% on an organic1 basis compared with the first quarter of 2025.
Consolidated Operating (Loss) Income
Consolidated operating loss was ($950) million for the first quarter of 2026, compared with consolidated operating income of $276 million for the first quarter of 2025, a decrease of $1,226 million, primarily attributable to a goodwill impairment charge related to Salix's RED-C program of $1,426 million, partially offset by higher gross profit.
Consolidated Net Loss Attributable to Bausch Health
Consolidated net loss attributable to Bausch Health for the first quarter of 2026 was $1,423 million, compared with consolidated net loss attributable to Bausch Health of $58 million for the first quarter of 2025. The increase in the loss of $1,365 million is primarily due to the goodwill impairment charge of $1,426 million.
Consolidated Adjusted Net Income Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1
Consolidated adjusted net income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 for the first quarter of 2026 was $296 million, compared with $220 million for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $76 million, primarily due to an increase in gross profit partially offset by higher interest expense.
Consolidated Loss Per Share Attributable to Bausch Health
Consolidated loss per share attributable to Bausch Health for the first quarter of 2026 was ($3.82), compared with consolidated loss per share of ($0.16) for the first quarter of 2025. The decrease of $3.66 per share is primarily due to the goodwill impairment charge of $1,426 million, or ($3.76) per share.
Consolidated Adjusted Earnings Per Share Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1
Consolidated adjusted earnings per share attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 for the first quarter of 2026 was $0.78, compared with $0.59 for the first quarter of 2025.
Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1
Consolidated adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)1 was $837 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared with $661 million for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $176 million.
Consolidated Cash Provided by Operating Activities
The Company generated $230 million of cash from operating activities in the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 9% versus $211 million in the first quarter of 2025.
Balance Sheet and Other Notable Highlights
Consolidated cash and cash equivalents of $1,299 million as of March 31, 2026. Larsucosterol (Epigenetic modulator) Phase 3 program for the treatment of alcohol-associated hepatitis remains on track; potential additional indications are under consideration. Bausch Health continues to focus on strengthening its balance sheet and delivering value to shareholders. Focus on Strategic Priorities
The Company delivered strong financial momentum three months into 2026, with revenue and earnings growth across multiple segments. Upon the successful completion of major refinancing initiatives in the prior twelve-month period, the Company materially improved its debt maturity profile. The Company remains committed to evaluating all options for unlocking shareholder value, including maximizing the value of our Bausch Health and Bausch + Lomb assets.
2026 Financial Outlook
The Company updated its Consolidated full-year Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1 guidance for 2026.
Bausch Health (excluding Bausch + Lomb) maintained its full year Revenue, Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1, and Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP)1 guidance, which includes the currently estimated impact of applicable tariffs for the calendar year as of the date of this release.
Current Guidance (as of April 29, 2026)
BHC
BHC
(excl. B+L)
B+L
Revenues (in Billions)
$10.670 - $10.920
$5.250 - $5.400
$5.420 - $5.520
Revenue growth vs. Prior Year
2% - 5%
Adjusted EBITDA1 (in Billions)
$3.885 - $4.010
$2.875 - $2.950
$1.010 - $1.060
Adj. EBITDA1 growth vs. Prior Year
3% - 5%
Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations1 (in Billions)
$1.200 - $1.275
Other than with respect to GAAP revenues, the Company only provides guidance on a non-GAAP basis. The Company does not provide a reconciliation of forward-looking Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1 to GAAP net income (loss) or forward-looking Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP)1 to GAAP cash generated from operations, due to the inherent difficulty in forecasting and quantifying certain amounts that are necessary for such reconciliation. Because deductions (such as restructuring, gain or loss on extinguishment of debt and litigation and other matters) used to calculate projected net income (loss) and payments (such as payments of legal settlements, transformation costs, separation costs and separation-related costs, interest charged against premium, financing fees paid in connection with the debt refinancing transactions and acquired IPR&D expense) used to calculate Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP)1 vary dramatically based on actual events, the Company is not able to forecast on a GAAP basis with reasonable certainty all adjustments needed in order to provide a GAAP calculation of projected net income (loss) or cash generated from operations at this time. The amount of these adjustments may be material and, therefore, could result in projected GAAP net income (loss) being materially less than projected Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)1. These statements represent forward-looking information and may represent a financial outlook, and actual results may vary. Please see the risks and assumptions referred to in the "Forward-looking Statements" section of this news release. The guidance in this news release is only effective as of the date it is given and will not be updated or affirmed unless and until the Company publicly announces updated or affirmed guidance. The rapid recent developments in the evolving landscape of tariffs and responses have resulted in uncertainty regarding these measures and the effects they may have. We continue to assess the direct and indirect impacts on our businesses of such tariffs, including retaliatory tariffs and other trade protectionist measures as the situation develops, and there can be no assurance that such impacts will not be adverse.
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About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Forward-looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking information and statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking statements"), including, but not limited to, statements relating to the Company's: future prospects and performance, financial guidance, research and development efforts and anticipated timing or results thereof, proposed plan to separate its eye health business, including the timing thereof, management of its balance sheet, generation of cash, ability to launch and commercialize new products, including the timing of regulatory processes with respect to the Company's product pipeline, ability to enforce and defend its Xifaxan® intellectual property rights, ability to execute its growth strategies and strategic priorities generally, and other corporate and strategic transactions. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of the words "anticipates," "hopes," "expects," "intends," "plans," "should," "could," "would," "may," "believes," "estimates," "potential," "target," or "continue" and positive and negative variations or similar expressions, and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results may, could, should or will be achieved, received or taken, or will occur or result, and similar such expressions also identify forward-looking information. These forward-looking statements, including the full-year guidance, are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management. The Company's 2026 financial outlook and full-year guidance are included to provide further information about management's expectations about the Company's future business operations, activities and results and may not be appropriate for other purposes.
These forward-looking statements are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements. These factors, risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to execute our business strategy, business plans and operational efficiency initiatives; demand for, competitive positioning of and pricing for our current and anticipated products and our ability to achieve expected revenues, margins and expense levels; the successful development, regulatory approval, manufacture and timing of launches and commercialization of pipeline and other products; the completion, timing, integration and expected benefits of acquisitions and other strategic transactions (including the planned separation of our eye health business consisting of our Bausch + Lomb global Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals businesses) on anticipated terms, timing and costs; the scope, duration and financial and operational impact of product quality matters; the continued availability and performance of key third-party distribution, fulfillment and other arrangements and the stability of global supply chains; the continuation of patent protection and regulatory exclusivity for key products; the expected impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act, and the selection by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of Xifaxan® for inclusion in the drug price negotiation program with negotiated pricing expected to become effective in 2027, and other healthcare reform measures and our ability to mitigate the impact thereof; our ability to generate cash flows and access liquidity to meet working capital needs, satisfy debt maturities as they become due, reduce debt levels and comply with financial and other covenants under our financing arrangements; the expected scope and impact of tariffs, counter-tariffs and other trade restrictions and the effectiveness of mitigation actions; macroeconomic and geopolitical conditions (including inflation, recessionary pressures, foreign currency exchange rates and interest rates), changes in tax laws and related guidance (including legislation referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development related measures); the expected outcomes of litigation and other contingencies; and other factors, risks and uncertainties discussed in the Company's most recent annual and quarterly reports and detailed from time to time in the Company's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators, which factors, risks and uncertainties are incorporated herein by reference.
We caution that, as it is not possible to predict or identify all relevant factors that may impact forward-looking statements, the factors referred above are not exhaustive and should not be considered a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. When relying on our forward-looking statements to make decisions with respect to the Company, investors and others should carefully consider the aforementioned factors and other uncertainties and potential events. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made. Bausch Health undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, except as required by law.
Non-GAAP Information
To supplement the financial measures prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the Company uses certain non-GAAP financial measures and non-GAAP ratios to provide supplemental information to readers. Management uses these non-GAAP measures and ratios as key metrics in the evaluation of the Company's performance and the consolidated financial results and, in part, in the determination of cash bonuses for its executive officers. The Company believes these non-GAAP measures and ratios are useful to investors in their assessment of our operating performance and the valuation of the Company. In addition, these non-GAAP measures and ratios address questions the Company routinely receives from analysts and investors, and in order to assure that all investors have access to similar data, the Company has determined that it is appropriate to make this data available to all investors.
However, these measures and ratios are not prepared in accordance with GAAP nor do they have any standardized meaning under GAAP. In addition, other companies may use similarly titled non-GAAP financial measures and ratios that are calculated differently from the way we calculate such measures and ratios. Accordingly, our non-GAAP financial measures and ratios may not be comparable to such similarly titled non-GAAP financial measures and ratios used by other companies. We caution investors not to place undue reliance on such non-GAAP measures and ratios, but instead to consider them with the most directly comparable GAAP measures and ratios. Non-GAAP financial measures and ratios have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation. They should be considered as a supplement to, not a substitute for, or superior to, the corresponding measures calculated in accordance with GAAP.
The reconciliations of these historical non-GAAP financial measures and ratios to the most directly comparable financial measures and ratios calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP are shown in the tables below. However, as indicated above, for guidance purposes, the Company does not provide reconciliations of projected Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) to projected GAAP Net income (loss), due to the inherent difficulty in forecasting and quantifying certain amounts that are necessary for such reconciliations. Many of the adjustments and exclusions used to calculate the projected non-GAAP measures may vary significantly based on actual events, so the Company is not able to forecast on a GAAP basis with reasonable certainty all adjustments needed in order to provide a GAAP calculation of these projected amounts. The amounts of these adjustments may be material and, therefore, could result in the GAAP amount being materially different from (including materially less than) the projected non-GAAP measures.
Commencing in the third quarter of 2025, the Company now includes payments of Acquired IPR&D in the calculation of Adjusted Cash Flow From Operations (non-GAAP). Prior-period amounts presented herein have been restated to conform to the current year's presentation.
Description of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
EBITDA (non-GAAP), Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) and Adjusted EBITDA Attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)
EBITDA (non-GAAP) is Net income (loss) (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for interest expense, net, (Benefit from) provision for income taxes, depreciation and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) is Net income (loss) (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for interest expense, net, (Benefit from) provision for income taxes, depreciation and amortization, and certain other items described below. Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) is Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) further adjusted to exclude the Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) as defined below.
Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) and Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP), along with the GAAP measures used by management, most appropriately reflect how the Company measures the business internally and sets operational goals and incentives. In particular, the Company believes that these metrics focus management on the Company's underlying operational results and business performance. As a result, the Company uses these metrics to assess the financial performance of the Company and to forecast future results as part of its guidance. Management believes these metrics are a useful measure to evaluate current performance. These metrics are intended to show our unleveraged, pre-tax operating results and therefore reflects our financial performance based on operational factors. In addition, cash bonuses for the Company's executive officers and other key employees are based, in part, on the achievement of certain Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) targets.
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) is Net income (loss) (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization and the following items:
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs: The Company has incurred restructuring costs as it implemented certain strategies, which involved, among other things, improvements to its infrastructure and operations, internal reorganizations and impacts from the divestiture of assets and businesses. With regard to infrastructure and operational improvements which the Company has taken to improve efficiencies in the businesses and facilities, these tend to be costs intended to right size the business or organization that fluctuate significantly between periods in amount, size and timing, depending on the improvement project, reorganization or transaction. Additionally, the Company is launching certain transformation initiatives that will result in certain changes to and investment in its organizational structure and operations. These transformation initiatives arise outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations and, as is the case with the Company's restructuring efforts, costs associated with these transformation initiatives are expected to fluctuate between periods in amount, size and timing. These out-of-the-ordinary-course charges include third-party advisory costs, as well as certain severance-related costs. Investors should understand that the outcome of these transformation initiatives may result in future restructuring actions and certain of these charges could recur. The Company believes that the adjustments of these items provide supplemental information with regard to the sustainability of the Company's operating performance, allow for a comparison of the financial results to historical operations and forward-looking guidance and, as a result, provide useful supplemental information to investors. Asset impairments: The Company has excluded the impact of impairments of finite-lived and indefinite-lived intangible assets, as well as impairments of assets held for sale, as such amounts are inconsistent in amount and frequency and are significantly impacted by the timing and/or size of acquisitions and divestitures. The Company believes that the adjustments of these items correlate with the sustainability of the Company's operating performance. Although the Company excludes impairments of intangible assets and assets held for sale from measuring the performance of the Company and the business, the Company believes that it is important for investors to understand that intangible assets contribute to revenue generation. Goodwill impairments: The Company excludes the impact of goodwill impairments. When the Company has made acquisitions where the consideration paid was in excess of the fair value of the net assets acquired, the remaining purchase price is recorded as goodwill. For assets that we developed ourselves, no goodwill is recorded. Goodwill is not amortized but is tested for impairment. The amount of goodwill impairment is measured as the excess of a reporting unit's carrying value over its fair value. Management excludes these charges in measuring the performance of the Company and the business. Share-based compensation: The Company has excluded costs relating to share-based compensation. The Company believes that the exclusion of share-based compensation expense assists investors in the comparisons of operating results to peer companies. Share-based compensation expense can vary significantly based on the timing, size and nature of awards granted. Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets): The Company has excluded the impact of acquisition-related costs and fair value inventory step-up resulting from acquisitions as the amounts and frequency of such costs and adjustments are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of its acquisitions. In addition, the Company excludes acquisition-related contingent consideration non-cash adjustments due to the inherent uncertainty and volatility associated with such amounts based on changes in assumptions with respect to fair value estimates, and the amount and frequency of such adjustments are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of the Company's acquisitions, as well as the nature of the agreed-upon consideration. Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt: The Company has excluded loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt as this represents a gain or loss from refinancing our existing debt and is not a reflection of our operations for the period. Further, the amount and frequency of such amounts are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of debt financing transactions and other factors in the debt market out of management's control. Separation costs and separation-related costs: The Company has excluded certain costs incurred in connection with activities regarding the separation of the eye-health business. Separation costs are incremental costs directly related to effectuating the separation of the eye-health business, and include, but are not limited to, legal, audit and advisory fees. Separation-related costs are incremental costs indirectly related to the separation of the eye-health business and include, but are not limited to, rebranding costs and costs associated with facility relocation and/or modification. As these costs arise from events outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations, the Company believes that the adjustments of these items provide supplemental information with regard to the sustainability of the Company's operating performance, allow for a comparison of the financial results to historical operations and forward-looking guidance and, as a result, provide useful supplemental information to investors. Other adjustments: The Company has excluded certain other amounts, including legal and other professional fees incurred in connection with legal and governmental proceedings, investigations and information requests regarding certain of our legacy distribution, marketing, pricing, disclosure and accounting practices, litigation and other matters, and net (gain) loss on sale of assets or other disposition of assets. Given the unique nature of the matters relating to these costs, the Company believes these items are not normal operating expenses. For example, legal settlements and judgments vary significantly, in their nature, size and frequency, and, due to this volatility, the Company believes the costs associated with legal settlements and judgments are not normal operating expenses. In addition, as opposed to more ordinary course matters, the Company considers that each of the recent proceedings, investigations and information requests, given their nature and frequency, are outside of the ordinary course and relate to unique circumstances. The Company has also excluded IT infrastructure investments that are the result of other, non-comparable events to measure operating performance. These events arise outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations. The Company has also excluded certain other costs, including professional fees associated with contemplated, but not completed, strategic transactions. The Company excluded these costs as the consideration of such matters are outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations and are infrequent in nature. The Company believes that the exclusion of such out-of-the-ordinary-course amounts provides supplemental information to assist in the comparison of the financial results of the Company from period to period and, therefore, provides useful supplemental information to investors. However, investors should understand that many of these costs could recur and that companies in our industry often face litigation. Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) is Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) further adjusted to exclude the Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP). Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) is Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the adjustments described above attributable to noncontrolling interest.
Adjusted Net Income (non-GAAP) and Adjusted Net Income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP)
Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) is Net income (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure), adjusted for asset impairments, goodwill impairments, restructuring, integration and transformation costs, acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets), gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt, separation costs and separation-related costs and other non-GAAP adjustments as these adjustments are described above, and amortization of intangible assets and write down of financing fees as described below:
Amortization of intangible assets: The Company has excluded the impact of amortization of intangible assets, as such amounts are inconsistent in amount and frequency and are significantly impacted by the timing and/or size of acquisitions. The Company believes that the adjustments of these items correlate with the sustainability of the Company's operating performance. Although the Company excludes the amortization of intangible assets from its non-GAAP expenses, the Company believes that it is important for investors to understand that such intangible assets contribute to revenue generation. Amortization of intangible assets that relate to past acquisitions will recur in future periods until such intangible assets have been fully amortized. Any future acquisitions may result in the amortization of additional intangible assets. Write down of financing fees: In addition to excluding Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt, the Company has excluded the impact of the write down of financing fees from Adjusted net income (non-GAAP). The amount and frequency of such amounts are not consistent and are significantly impacted by the timing and size of debt financing transactions and other factors in the debt market out of management's control. In addition, the Company excluded these costs as they are outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations and are infrequent in nature. The Company believes that the exclusion of such out-of-the-ordinary-course amounts provides supplemental information to assist in the comparison of the financial results of the Company from period to period and, therefore, provides useful supplemental information to investors. Adjusted net income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) is Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) further adjusted to exclude the Adjusted net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP). Adjusted net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) is Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the adjustments described above attributable to noncontrolling interest.
Historically, management has used Adjusted net income (loss) (non-GAAP) for strategic decision making, forecasting future results and evaluating current performance. This non-GAAP measure excludes the impact of certain items (as described above) that may obscure trends in the Company's underlying performance. By disclosing this non-GAAP measure, it is management's intention to provide investors with a meaningful, supplemental comparison of the Company's operating results and trends for the periods presented. Management believes that this measure is also useful to investors as such measure allows investors to evaluate the Company's performance using the same tools that management uses to evaluate past performance and prospects for future performance. Accordingly, the Company believes that Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) is useful to investors in their assessment of the Company's operating performance. It is also noted that, in recent periods, our GAAP Net income (loss) was significantly lower than our Adjusted net income (non-GAAP).
Adjusted Earnings Per Share (non-GAAP)
Adjusted earnings per share (non-GAAP) is calculated as Basic and Diluted loss per share attributable to Bausch Health (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure), adjusted for the non-GAAP adjustments to reconcile Net income (loss) attributable to Bausch Health to Adjusted income attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) and the diluted effect of stock options and restricted stock units excluded in the determination of Basic and Diluted loss per share attributable to Bausch Health during the period as the effect of including them would have been antidilutive. Management believes this non-GAAP measure excludes certain factors that could distort the visibility of the Company's underlying performance per share and offers investors a clearer, supplemental view of the Company's performance and trends over the reported periods. As a result, the Company considers Adjusted earnings per share (non-GAAP) to be beneficial for investors evaluating the Company's operating results, overall valuation, and potential return on investment. Management notes that for the periods presented, the Company's GAAP EPS was notably lower than its Adjusted earnings per share (non-GAAP).
Organic Revenue (non-GAAP) and Change in Organic Revenue (non-GAAP)
Organic revenue (non-GAAP) and Change in organic revenue (non-GAAP), are defined as GAAP Revenue and change in GAAP Revenue (the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures), adjusted for changes in foreign currency exchange rates (if applicable) and excluding the impact of recent acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations, as defined below.
Organic revenue (non-GAAP) is impacted by changes in product volumes and price. The price component is made up of two key drivers: (i) changes in product gross selling price and (ii) changes in sales deductions. The Company uses organic revenue (non-GAAP) and change in organic revenue (non-GAAP) to assess performance of its reportable segments, and the Company in total. The Company believes that providing these non-GAAP measures is useful to investors as they provide a supplemental period-to-period comparison.
The adjustments to GAAP Revenue to determine Organic Revenue (non-GAAP) and Change in Organic Revenue (non-GAAP) are as follows:
Foreign currency exchange rates: Although changes in foreign currency exchange rates are part of our business, they are not within management's control. Changes in foreign currency exchange rates, however, can mask positive or negative trends in the business. The impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined as the difference in the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period. Acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations: In order to present period-over-period organic revenue (non-GAAP) growth/change on a comparable basis, revenues associated with acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations are adjusted to include only revenues from those businesses and assets owned during both periods. Accordingly, organic revenue and change in organic revenue exclude from the current period, revenues attributable to each acquisition for twelve months subsequent to the day of acquisition, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable prior period. Organic revenue and change in organic revenue exclude from the prior period, all revenues attributable to each divestiture and discontinuance during the twelve months prior to the day of divestiture or discontinuance, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable current period. Constant Currency
Changes in the relative values of non-U.S. currencies to the U.S. dollar may affect the Company's financial results and financial position. To assist investors in evaluating the Company's performance, we have adjusted for the effects of changes in foreign currencies. The impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined by comparing the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period.
Please also see the reconciliation tables below for further information as to how these non-GAAP measures and ratios are calculated for the periods presented.
Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP)
Adjusted cash flow from operations (non-GAAP) is Cash generated from operations (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for: (i) payments of legacy legal settlements, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions, (ii) payments of transformation costs, (iii) payments for separation costs and separation-related costs, (iv) interest payments charged against premium, (v) fees paid in connection with the debt refinancing transactions and (vi) payments of acquired IPR&D.
As these payments arise from events outside of the ordinary course of continuing operations as discussed above, the Company believes that the adjustments of these items provide supplemental information with regard to the sustainability of the Company's cash from operations, allow for a comparison of the financial results to historical operations and forward-looking guidance and, as a result, provide useful supplemental information to investors.
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) adjusted to remove Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP). Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Income (loss) before income taxes of our Bausch + Lomb segment (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the Company's interest expense, depreciation, amortization and other adjustments as described above, allocated or attributable to Bausch + Lomb.
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb is not intended to be, and may not be, representative of income from continuing operations (for Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb) or from discontinued operations (for Bausch + Lomb) in accordance with GAAP, as: (i) the criteria for that accounting has not been met and (ii) certain cost allocations to Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb and Bausch + Lomb are not in accordance with the criteria for that accounting. As such, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) as included herein may not be indicative of the results of the operations or Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) in the future, or if Bausch + Lomb met the criteria to be treated as a discontinued operation during any of the periods presented.
Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP)
Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP) adjusted to remove Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP). Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations attributable to Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) is Cash Flow from Operations of our Bausch + Lomb segment (its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure) adjusted for the portion of the Company's payment of separation costs, separation-related costs and other adjustments as described above, allocated or attributable to Bausch + Lomb.
Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb is not intended to be, and may not be, representative of Cash Flow from Operations (for Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb) or from discontinued operations (for Bausch + Lomb) in accordance with GAAP, as: (i) the criteria for that accounting has not been met and (ii) certain cost allocations to BHC excluding Bausch + Lomb and Bausch + Lomb are not in accordance with the criteria for that accounting. As such, Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP) as included herein may not be indicative of the cash flow or Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) in the future, or if Bausch + Lomb met the criteria to be treated as a discontinued operation during any of the periods presented.
Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP), Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations (non-GAAP) and Adjusted Cash Flow from Operations excluding Bausch + Lomb (non-GAAP), along with the GAAP and other non-GAAP measures used by management, most appropriately reflects how the Company measures the business internally and sets operational goals and incentives. In particular, the Company believes that these metrics focus management on the Company's underlying operational results and business performance. As a result, the Company uses these metrics to assess the actual financial performance of the Company and to forecast future results as part of its guidance. Management believes these metrics are a useful measure to evaluate current performance. These metrics are intended to show our unleveraged, pre-tax operating results and therefore reflects our financial performance based on operational factors. In addition, cash bonuses for the Company's executive officers and other key employees are based, in part, on the achievement of certain Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) and Adjusted Cash Flow (non-GAAP) targets.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 1
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
March 31,
(in millions)
2026
2025
Revenues
Product sales
$
2,500
$
2,227
Other revenues
24
32
2,524
2,259
Expenses
Cost of goods sold (excluding amortization and impairments of intangible assets)
721
683
Cost of other revenues
17
18
Selling, general and administrative
861
867
Research and development
163
143
Amortization of intangible assets
241
256
Goodwill impairments
1,426
—
Restructuring, integration and separation costs
13
1
Other expense, net
32
15
3,474
1,983
Operating (loss) income
(950)
276
Interest income
10
11
Interest expense
(402)
(330)
Loss on extinguishment of debt
(1)
—
Foreign exchange and other
(11)
(4)
Loss before income taxes
(1,354)
(47)
Provision for income taxes
(77)
(39)
Net loss
(1,431)
(86)
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
8
28
Net loss attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc.
$
(1,423)
$
(58)
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2
Reconciliation of Net Loss Attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc.
to Adjusted Net Income Attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP)
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
March 31,
(in millions)
2026
2025
Net loss attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc.
$
(1,423)
$
(58)
Non-GAAP adjustments: (a)
Amortization of intangible assets
241
256
Goodwill impairments
1,426
—
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs
19
29
Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets)
16
12
Loss on extinguishment of debt and write down of financing fees
9
—
Separation costs and separation-related costs
1
5
Gain on sale of assets, net
(3)
—
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions
10
(3)
Other
8
12
Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments
6
(15)
Noncontrolling interest portion of the non-GAAP adjustments
(14)
(18)
Adjusted net income attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP)
$
296
$
220
Basic and diluted loss per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc.
$
(3.82)
$
(0.16)
Adjusted diluted earnings per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP) (b)
$
0.78
$
0.59
Basic weighted average common shares
372.8
369.6
Diluted weighted average common shares
378.9
373.8
(a)
The components of and further details respecting each of these non-GAAP adjustments and the financial statement line item to which each component relates can be found on Table 2a.
(b)
Adjusted diluted earnings per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. is calculated using Diluted weighted average common shares of 378.9 million and 373.8 million which includes the diluted effect of stock options and restricted stock units of 6.1 million and 4.2 million (the "Dilutive Shares") for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively. The Dilutive Shares were not included in the determination of Basic and diluted loss per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. as the effect of including them would have been antidilutive.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2a
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Information
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
March 31,
(in millions)
2026
2025
Cost of goods sold reconciliation:
GAAP Cost of goods sold (excluding amortization and impairments of intangible
assets)
$
721
$
683
Fair value inventory step-up resulting from acquisitions (a)
(3)
(22)
Adjusted cost of goods sold (excluding amortization and impairments of intangible assets) (non-GAAP)
$
718
$
661
Selling, general and administrative reconciliation:
GAAP Selling, general and administrative
$
861
$
867
IT infrastructure investment (b)
(5)
(8)
Legal and other professional fees (b)
—
(3)
Separation-related costs (c)
(1)
(5)
Transformation costs (d)
(6)
(28)
Adjusted selling, general and administrative (non-GAAP)
$
849
$
823
Amortization of intangible assets reconciliation:
GAAP Amortization of intangible assets
$
241
$
256
Amortization of intangible assets (e)
(241)
(256)
Adjusted amortization of intangible assets (non-GAAP)
$
—
$
—
Goodwill impairments reconciliation:
GAAP Goodwill impairments
$
1,426
$
—
Goodwill impairments (f)
(1,426)
—
Adjusted goodwill impairments (non-GAAP)
$
—
$
—
Restructuring, integration and separation costs reconciliation:
GAAP Restructuring, integration and separation costs
$
13
$
1
Restructuring and integration costs (d)
(13)
(1)
Adjusted restructuring, integration and separation costs (non-GAAP)
$
—
$
—
Other expense, net reconciliation:
GAAP Other expense, net
$
32
$
15
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions (g)
(10)
3
Acquisition-related contingent consideration (a)
(12)
11
Gain on sale of assets, net (h)
3
—
Acquisition-related costs (a)
(1)
(1)
Adjusted other expense, net (non-GAAP)
$
12
$
28
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2a (continued)
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Information
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
March 31,
(in millions)
2026
2025
Loss on extinguishment of debt reconciliation:
GAAP Loss on extinguishment of debt
$
(1)
$
—
Loss on extinguishment of debt (i)
1
—
Adjusted Loss on extinguishment of debt (non-GAAP)
$
—
$
—
Interest expense reconciliation:
GAAP Interest expense
$
(402)
$
(330)
Write-down of financing fees (i)
8
—
Adjusted Interest expense (non-GAAP)
$
(394)
$
(330)
Foreign exchange and other reconciliation:
GAAP Foreign exchange and other
$
(11)
$
(4)
Other professional fees (b)
3
(1)
Adjusted foreign exchange and other (non-GAAP)
$
(8)
$
(5)
Provision for income taxes reconciliation:
GAAP Provision for income taxes
$
(77)
$
(39)
Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments (j)
6
(15)
Adjusted provision for income taxes (non-GAAP)
$
(71)
$
(54)
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest reconciliation:
GAAP Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
$
8
$
28
Noncontrolling interest portion of amortization of intangible assets (k)
(7)
(8)
Noncontrolling interest portion of all other adjustments (k)
(7)
(10)
Adjusted net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP)
$
(6)
$
10
(a)
Represents the three components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets)" (see Table 2).
(b)
Represents the three components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Other" (see Table 2).
(c)
Represents the one component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Separation costs and separation-related costs" (see Table 2).
(d)
Represents the two components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Restructuring, integration and transformation costs" (see table 2).
(e)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Amortization of intangible assets" (see Table 2).
(f)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Goodwill impairments" (see Table 2).
(g)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions" (see Table 2).
(h)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Gain on sale of assets, net" (see Table 2).
(i)
Represents the two components of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Loss on extinguishment of debt and write-down of financing fees" (see Table 2).
(j)
Represents the sole component of the non-GAAP adjustment of "Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments" (see Table 2).
(k)
Represents the portion of the non-GAAP adjustments attributable to noncontrolling interest (see Table 2).
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 2b
Reconciliation of GAAP Net Loss to Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
March 31,
(in millions)
2026
2025
Net loss
$
(1,431)
$
(86)
Interest expense, net
392
319
Provision for income taxes
77
39
Depreciation and amortization
295
305
EBITDA
(667)
577
Adjustments:
Goodwill impairments
1,426
—
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs
19
29
Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding amortization of intangible assets)
16
12
Loss on extinguishment of debt
1
—
Share-based compensation
52
43
Separation costs and separation-related costs
1
5
Other adjustments:
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions
10
(3)
Gain on sale of assets, net
(3)
—
Other
8
12
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) (a)
863
675
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) (b)
(26)
(14)
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. (non-GAAP) (c)
$
837
$
661
(a)
Includes the impact of Acquired IPR&D charges of $11 million and $28 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
(b)
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) is Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest adjusted for the noncontrolling interest portion of the adjustments above as follows:
Three Months Ended
March 31,
(in millions)
2026
2025
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
$
8
$
28
Noncontrolling interest portion of adjustments for:
Interest expense, net
(12)
(12)
Depreciation and amortization
(13)
(13)
All other adjustments
(9)
(17)
Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP)
$
(26)
$
(14)
(c)
Includes the impact of Acquired IPR&D charges net of noncontrolling interest (non-GAAP) of $10 million and $24 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 3
Organic Growth (non-GAAP) - by Segment
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Calculation of Organic Revenue for the Three Months Ended
March 31, 2026
March 31, 2025
Change in
GAAP Revenues
Change in
Organic Revenue
(in millions)
Revenue
as
Reported
Changes in
Exchange Rates (a)
Acquisitions
Organic
Revenue
(Non-GAAP) (b)
Revenue
as
Reported
Divestitures
and Discontinuations
Organic
Revenue (Non-
GAAP) (b)
Amount
Pct.
Amount
Pct.
Bausch Health (excl. B+L)
Salix
$
639
$
—
$
—
$
639
$
542
$
—
$
542
$
97
18
%
$
97
18 %
International
285
(25)
—
260
262
(1)
261
23
9
%
(1)
— %
Solta Medical
171
(4)
(32)
135
113
—
113
58
51
%
22
19 %
Diversified
Neuroscience
113
—
—
113
118
—
118
(5)
(4)
%
(5)
(4) %
Dermatology
33
—
—
33
46
—
46
(13)
(28)
%
(13)
(28) %
Generics
18
—
—
18
18
—
18
—
—
%
—
— %
Dentistry
21
—
—
21
23
—
23
(2)
(9)
%
(2)
(9) %
Total Diversified
185
—
—
185
205
—
205
(20)
(10)
%
(20)
(10) %
Bausch Health (excl. B+L) revenues
1,280
(29)
(32)
1,219
1,122
(1)
1,121
158
14
%
98
9 %
Bausch + Lomb
Vision Care
711
(25)
—
686
656
(2)
654
55
8
%
32
5 %
Surgical
228
(12)
(1)
215
214
214
14
7
%
1
—
Pharmaceuticals
305
(5)
—
300
267
(1)
266
38
14
%
34
13 %
Total Bausch + Lomb revenues
1,244
(42)
(1)
1,201
1,137
(3)
1,134
107
9
%
67
6 %
Total Bausch Health Companies Inc.
revenues
$
2,524
$
(71)
$
(33)
$
2,420
$
2,259
$
(4)
$
2,255
$
265
12
%
$
165
7 %
(a)
The impact for changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined as the difference in the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period.
(b)
To supplement the financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP, the Company uses certain non-GAAP financial measures. For additional information about the Company's use of such non-GAAP financial measures, refer to the body of the news release to which these tables are attached. Organic revenue (non-GAAP) for the three months ended March 31, 2026 is calculated as revenue as reported adjusted for the impact for changes in exchange rates (previously defined in this news release). Organic revenue (non-GAAP) for the three months ended March 31, 2025 is calculated as revenue as reported less revenues attributable to divestitures and discontinuances during the twelve months prior to the day of divestiture or discontinuance, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable current period.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 4
Other Financial Information
(unaudited)
(in millions)
March 31,
2026
December 31,
2025
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash
Cash and cash equivalents
$
1,299
$
1,309
Restricted cash
13
16
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
$
1,312
$
1,325
(in millions)
March 31,
2026
December 31,
2025
Debt Obligations
Senior Secured Credit Facilities:
Revolving Credit Facilities
$
100
$
100
Term Loan Facilities
5,779
5,787
Senior Secured Notes
10,223
10,235
Senior Unsecured Notes
4,098
4,098
Other
12
12
Total long-term debt and other, net of premiums, discounts and issuance costs
20,212
20,232
Plus: Unamortized premiums, discounts and issuance costs
552
585
Total long-term debt and other
$
20,764
$
20,817
(in millions)
March 31,
2026
December 31,
2025
Maturities of Debt Obligations (at principal amount)
Remainder of 2026
$
44
58
2027
701
701
2028
3,765
4,240
2029
1,667
1,662
2030
4,123
4,118
2031
3,912
3,453
Thereafter
6,000
6,000
Total debt obligations
$
20,212
$
20,232
Three Months Ended
March 31,
(in millions)
2026
2025
Cash provided by operating activities
$
230
$
211
Net cash impact of legacy legal matters (a)
158
15
Payments of transformation costs
7
4
Payments of separation costs and separation-related costs
—
7
Interest payments charges against debt premium
(44)
(127)
Fees paid in connection with debt refinancing
11
—
Payments of Acquired IPR&D
12
28
Adjusted cash flow from operations (non-GAAP)
$
374
$
138
(a)
Payments of legacy legal settlements, net of insurance recoveries and restitutions.
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Table 5
Reconciliation of Reported Net (Loss) Income to Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 and 2025
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2026
Three Months Ended March 31, 2025
(in millions)
Bausch Health
Companies, Inc.
Bausch + Lomb
Corporation
Bausch Health
(excluding B+L)
Bausch Health
Companies, Inc.
Bausch + Lomb
Corporation
Bausch Health
(excluding B+L)
Net (Loss) Income
$(1,431)
$(70)
$(1,361)
$(86)
$(211)
$125
Interest expense, net
392
93
299
319
91
228
Provision for income taxes
77
6
71
39
31
8
Depreciation and amortization
295
101
194
305
106
199
EBITDA(a)
(667)
130
(797)
577
17
560
Adjustments:
Goodwill impairments
1,426
—
1,426
—
—
—
Restructuring, integration and transformation costs
19
12
7
29
27
2
Acquisition-related costs and adjustments (excluding
amortization of intangible assets)
16
3
13
12
14
(2)
Loss on extinguishment of debt
1
1
—
—
—
—
Share-based compensation
52
34
18
43
28
15
Separation costs and separation-related costs
1
1
—
5
3
2
Other adjustments:
Litigation and other matters, net of insurance
recoveries and restitutions
10
7
3
(3)
1
(4)
Gain on sale of assets, net
(3)
(3)
—
—
—
—
Other
8
5
3
12
9
3
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) (a),(b)
$863
$190
$673
$675
$99
$576
Impact of Acquired IPR&D
$11
$11
$—
$28
$28
$—
(a)
This is a non-GAAP measure. Management considers the presentation of Adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health (excluding B+L) (non-GAAP) to be meaningful information and utilizes it in decision making and for compensation purposes. Adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health Excluding B+L (non-GAAP) is not intended to be representative of GAAP continuing operations and Adjusted EBITDA for B+L is not intended to be representative of discontinued operations as the criteria for that accounting has not been met. As such, Adjusted EBITDA for Bausch Health excluding B+L (non-GAAP) as included herein may not be indicative of the results of the operations or Adjusted EBITDA attributable to Bausch Health (non-GAAP) in the future, or if B+L met the criteria to be treated as a discontinued operation during any of the periods presented.
(b)
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) above includes Adjusted EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interests. For Bausch Health Companies Inc., this amounted to $26 million and $14 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively, which includes $1 million related to B+L in each period.
Bausch Health (BHC - Free Report) reported $2.52 billion in revenue for the quarter ended March 2026, representing a year-over-year increase of 11.7%. EPS of $0.78 for the same period compares to $0.59 a year ago.
The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.41 billion, representing a surprise of +4.72%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of -3.11%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.81.
While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.
Since these metrics play a crucial role in driving the top- and bottom-line numbers, comparing them with the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated about them helps investors better project a stock's price performance.
Here is how Bausch performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Revenues- Diversified Products: $185 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $218.61 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -9.8%.Revenues- Bausch + Lomb- Vision Care: $711 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $689.5 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +8.4%.Revenues- Bausch + Lomb- Surgical: $228 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $255.77 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +6.5%.Revenues- Bausch + Lomb- Pharmaceuticals: $305 million compared to the $304.44 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of +14.2% year over year.Revenues- International: $285 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $271.83 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +8.8%.Revenues- Diversified Products- Dermatology: $33 million versus $54.91 million estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a -28.3% change.Revenues- Total Bausch + Lomb revenues: $1.24 billion versus $1.22 billion estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +9.4% change.Revenues- Diversified Products- Neuroscience: $113 million compared to the $122.39 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of -4.2% year over year.Revenues- Diversified Products- Generics: $18 million versus $18.14 million estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a 0% change.Revenues- Diversified Products- Dentistry: $21 million compared to the $22.98 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of -8.7% year over year.Revenues- Salix: $639 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $575.31 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +17.9%.Revenues- Total Bausch Health (excl. B+L): $1.28 billion versus $1.19 billion estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +14.1% change.View all Key Company Metrics for Bausch here>>>
Shares of Bausch have returned +5% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +12.2% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Bausch Health (BHC - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.78 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.81 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.59 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -3.11%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this drugmaker would post earnings of $1.21 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.08, delivering a surprise of -10.74%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates just once.
Bausch, which belongs to the Zacks Medical - Generic Drugs industry, posted revenues of $2.52 billion for the quarter ended March 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4.72%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $2.26 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Bausch shares have lost about 18.4% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 4.3%.
What's Next for Bausch?While Bausch has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Bausch was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.95 on $2.63 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $4.15 on $10.68 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Medical - Generic Drugs is currently in the bottom 37% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Another stock from the same industry, Supernus Pharmaceuticals (SUPN - Free Report) , has yet to report results for the quarter ended March 2026. The results are expected to be released on May 5.
This drugmaker is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.28 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -33.3%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 19.1% higher over the last 30 days to the current level.
Supernus Pharmaceuticals' revenues are expected to be $188.45 million, up 25.8% from the year-ago quarter.
Key Takeaways Bausch Health reported Q1 EPS of 78 cents, missing estimates, while revenues rose 12% y/y to $2.5B.BHC's growth was driven by Salix, Solta and International units, with Xifaxan sales up 21%.BHC raised the 2026 revenue outlook and advanced pipeline programs, including larsucosterol phase III. Bausch Health Companies Inc. (BHC - Free Report) reported mixed results for the first quarter of 2026.
Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 78 cents missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 81 cents but were up from 59 cents recorded in the year-ago quarter.
Total revenues of $2.5 billion were up 12% year over year. The top line beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.4 billion.
Excluding the impact of a foreign exchange of $71 million, acquisitions of $33 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $4 million, revenues increased 7% organically year over year.
BHC’s shares have lost 19.5% year to date compared to the industry’s decline of 2.9%.
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BHC's Q1 in DetailThe company reports revenues under two segments: Bausch Health and Bausch + Lomb.
Bausch Health’s revenues came in at $1.3 billion, up 14% year over year. Within the Bausch Health segment, revenues are recorded under four divisions — Salix, International, Solta Medical and Diversified Products.
Salix’s revenues totaled $639 million, up 18% year over year. Within this segment, Xifaxan is the top revenue generator, generating sales of $559 million, up 21%, led by strong demand growth. Relistor’s revenues were $40 million. However, Trulance’s revenues of $31 million were down 2% year over year.
Xifaxan 550 mg tablets are indicated for the reduction in the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy recurrence and the treatment of IBS-D in adults.
Salix’s revenues beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $575 million and our model estimate of $589 million.
International revenues totaled $285 million, up 9% year over year, led by 12% growth in EMEA markets. Latin America markets also put up a solid performance driven by commercial product growth, offset by lower volume. However, sales in Canada were down 4% year over year.
The reported figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $272 million and our model estimate of $268 million. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $25 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $1 million, revenues were relatively flat on an organic basis.
Solta Medical reported revenues of $171 million, up 51% year over year, driven by China and South Korea. The figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $122 million and our model estimate of $117 million. Results also benefited from Solta’s acquisition of Shibo's full service aesthetics distribution business in China.
Diversified Product’s revenues amounted to $185 million, down 10% from the year-ago level. Within this segment, neuroscience sales decreased 4% year over year due to lower volume. The Dermatology business was down 28% due to partial channel destocking despite solid Cabtreo and Jublia demand. Sales from the Dentistry business were $21 million. The Generics business generated sales of $21 million.
Diversified Product’s revenues missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $219 million and our model estimate of $228 million.
Revenues from Bausch + Lomb totaled $1.24 billion, up 9% year over year, driven by growth across each business — vision care, surgical and pharmaceuticals. The figure beat both the Zacks Consensus Estimate and our model estimate of $1.22 billion.
Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $42 million, acquisitions of $1 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $3 million, Bausch + Lomb segment revenues were up 6% organically on a year-over-year basis.
BHC’s Pipeline DevelopmentThe registrational phase III program on larsucosterol to evaluate the safety & efficacy in patients with severe Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis (AH) was initiated in early 2026.
The FDA earlier granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation to larsucosterol for the treatment of AH.
An internal review on amiselimod, an S1P modulator, a once-daily oral treatment of mild- to moderate ulcerative colitis, is ongoing.
The company’s program for Clear and Brilliant Touch, a fractionated laser device for skin rejuvenation, is also advancing. In addition to the United States, approvals were received for Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore in 2024. The treatment received approval from the Chinese National Medical Products in August 2025. The company also received approval in Australia in December 2025. It was launched in Canada in February 2026.
BHC Updates 2026 GuidanceBHC now expects 2026 revenues to be in the range of $10.670-$10.920 billion (previous guidance: $10.625-$10.875 billion). The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the same is pegged at $10.68 billion.
Excluding Bausch + Lomb, revenues are still projected to be in the range of $5.250-$5.400 billion. Bausch + Lomb revenues are now expected to be in the range of $5.420-$5.520 billion (previous guidance: $5.375-$5.475 billion).
Our Take on BHC’s Q1 PerformanceWhile earnings missed estimates in the first quarter, revenue growth was impressive, driven by Salix, Solta and International businesses. Xifaxan continues to drive growth.BHC recently acquired Shibo’s full-service aesthetics distribution business in China.
The acquisition expands its geographic footprint, provides direct access to a large and growing customer base, and enhances its ability to meet rising demand for aesthetic treatments, boosting the long-term growth potential of its global aesthetics franchise.
Nonetheless, the colossal debt continues to weigh on the stock. As of March 31, 2026, the company’s total debt obligations amounted to $20.7 billion, and its cash balance totaled $1.3 billion.
BHC’s Zacks Rank & Stocks to ConsiderBausch currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the biotech sector are Agenus (AGEN - Free Report) , Amarin (AMRN - Free Report) and Castle Biosciences (CSTL - Free Report) , each sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Over the past 60 days, estimates for Agenus’ 2026 earnings per share have risen from 54 cents to $1.30, while loss-per-share estimates for 2027 have narrowed from $1.91 to $1.52. AGEN shares have gained 22.3% year to date.
Agenus’ earnings beat estimates in two of the trailing four quarters, while missing the same on the remaining two occasions, with the average surprise being 31.42%.
Over the past 90 days, Amarin's loss-per-share estimates for 2026 have narrowed from $7.32 to $6.36, and the same for 2027 have narrowed from $5.97 to $4.64.
Amarin's earnings beat estimates in three of the trailing four quarters, while missing the same on the remaining occasion, with the average surprise being 51.29%.
Over the past 60 days, Castle Biosciences’ 2026 loss-per-share estimates have narrowed from $1.42 to $1.40. CSTL shares have rallied 67.3% over the past six months.
Castle Biosciences’ earnings beat estimates in three of the trailing four quarters and missed in the remaining one, with the average surprise being 34.69%.
Earlier this week Bausch Health Companies (BHC +0.19%) delivered an estimates-beating first quarter, in an encouraging start to its 2026 financial year. Those beats weren't overwhelming, however, while annual revenue guidance broadly met analyst expectations. As of early Friday morning, Bausch's stock was up by nearly 2% week-to-date, according to data compiled by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Eyes on quarterly results Just after market close on Wednesday, Bausch published those quarterly figures. The company earned $2.52 billion in revenue, up 12% year over year.
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This was mainly propelled by its foundational Bausch + Lomb eyecare business; its take for the period was $1.24 billion, for a 9% gain. Other double-digit risers were its Salix and Solta Medical segments; they increased by 18% and 51%, respectively.
On the bottom line, net income not under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) sharply increased by 35% to $296 million, or $0.78 per share.
The consensus analyst estimates were $2.42 billion for revenue, and $0.68 per share for non-GAAP (adjusted) bottom-line profitability.
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Size and sprawl In its earnings release, Bausch emphasized the priority it has placed on its pipeline, noting that it intended to advance the investigational hepatitis drug larsucosterol. The healthcare company, somewhat of a sprawling conglomerate, also aims to consider "pursuing business development opportunities aligned with our strategic priorities," as it quoted CEO Thomas Appio as saying.
Bausch maintained its full-year 2026 guidance, specifically its revenue forecast of $10.67 billion to $10.92 billion. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) should come in at nearly $3.89 billion to $4.01 billion. It did not provide profitability guidance.
The company didn't hesitate to point out that, including the first quarter, it has achieved 12 consecutive quarters of year-over-year revenue growth. While this indicates skill and discipline within its ranks, given its rather sprawling (and to me, unfocused) structure, I wouldn't be so eager to own stock in the company.
Bausch Health delivered a Q1 revenue and net profit beat, but organic growth remains weak and demand is stagnant. BHC's improved margins stem from reduced rebates and discounts, but underlying sales volumes declined, especially in key segments. The investment thesis hinges on deleveraging; if debt is reduced by 20-30%, shares could rise 15-30%, but risks remain high.
VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced the European launch of the Bi-Blade+ advanced dual-port vitrectomy cutter on the Stellaris Elite® Vision Enhancement System.
“The launch of Bi-Blade+ is the latest example of our commitment to delivering meaningful innovation in Europe,” said Luc Bonnefoy, president, Surgical, Bausch + Lomb. “Stellaris Elite has long been relied upon by European surgeons, and the 2024 Adaptive Fluidics software upgrade further enhanced the precise control and efficiency of the platform. We’re confident that the addition of Bi-Blade+ will also deliver meaningful benefits to retina surgeons and their patients.”
Bi-Blade+ provides an increased flow rate of 25%, enabling more efficient vitreous removal compared to Bi-Blade.1* At maximum speed, Bi-Blade+ also demonstrates a 62% reduction in cutter vibration compared to Bi-Blade, offering the surgeon optimized feel and comfort toward a stable surgical experience.4
Adaptive Fluidics automates fluid infusion to the eye in response to real-time vacuum commands from the surgeon, delivering precise and responsive fluidics infusion at every step of a vitrectomy procedure.
These two technologies combine to support and maintain IOP stability and control. When combined with Adaptive Fluidics, Bi-Blade+ demonstrated a 62% reduction in average infusion pressure compared to surgeries in which Adaptive Fluidics was not used.3 Continuous aspiration also provides consistent intraocular pressure (IOP) stability.3* In one study, use of Bi-Blade+ with Adaptive Fluidics resulted in a significant improvement in chamber IOP at a range closer to physiologic IOP (10 – 20 mmHg) even during high vacuum levels.3**
“The higher cut rate of Bi-Blade+ offers a significant advantage when removing vitreous,” said Professor Marco Mura, MD, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy. “The ability to increase flow rate while maintaining a small sphere of influence and calm environment means surgeons can have more confidence when working close to the retina.”
*Based on ex vivo and in vitro testing.
**Based on ex vivo and in vitro testing comparing original Bi-Blade to single-port cutter.
†Bi-Blade® is a trademark of Medical Instrument Development Laboratories, Inc. and is used by Bausch + Lomb under license.
Bi-Blade™+ Indications and Important Safety Information
Indications and Intended Use: The Bausch + Lomb vitrectomy cutter pouches are intended to cut and remove vitreous from the eye. They are indicated for any ocular condition requiring anterior vitrectomy during anterior segment surgery and for any vitreoretinal condition requiring vitrectomy during posterior or combined surgery.
Compatible Equipment: Stellaris Elite Bi-Blade+ accessories are only intended to operate with Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite vision enhancement systems with Bi-Blade+ procedure pack compatibility.
Known residual risks and complications include but are not limited to: infection; inflammation; ocular damage; trauma; cataract formation (not applicable in cataract removal procedures); foreign body/particulates in eye; intraocular pressure (IOP) variance that may cause damage to patient’s eye; visual impairment; ischemia; allergic reaction; edema.
ATTENTION: See the Instructions for Use for detailed directions, proper use, and full risk and safety information.
CAUTION: Federal (U.S.) Law restricts this device to sale, by or on the order of a physician.
About Bausch + Lomb
Our mission is simple – we help people see better to live better, all over the world. For nearly two centuries we’ve evolved with the changing needs of patients and customers, and our commitment to innovation and improving the standard of care in eye health has never been stronger. From contact lenses to prescription products, over-the-counter options, surgical devices and more, we’re turning bold ideas into better outcomes through passion, perseverance and purpose. Learn more at www.bausch.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.
Forward-looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking information and statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of the words “anticipates,” “seeks,” “expects,” “plans,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “may,” “will,” “believes,” “potential,” “pending” or “proposed” and variations or similar expressions. These statements are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risks and uncertainties discussed in Bausch + Lomb’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators, which factors are incorporated herein by reference. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. Bausch + Lomb undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, unless required by law.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) today announced that members of company management will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays 30th Annual Leveraged Finance Conference in Austin, Texas on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. A live audio webcast of the event will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of Bausch Health's website.
A replay of the event will be available on the investor relations website following the event.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Forward-looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including the Safe Harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of the words "will," "anticipates," "hopes," "expects," "intends," "plans," "should," "could," "would," "may," "believes," "subject to" and variations or similar expressions. These statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance, are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Actual results are subject to other risks and uncertainties that relate more broadly to Bausch Health's overall business, including those more fully described in Bausch Health's most recent annual and quarterly reports and detailed from time to time in Bausch Health's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators, which factors are incorporated herein by reference. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events, information or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, unless required by law.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) today announced that Thomas J. Appio, Chief Executive Officer, and Jean-Jacques Charhon, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the RBC Capital Markets 2026 Global Healthcare Conference in New York City on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. A live audio webcast of the event will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of Bausch Health's website.
A replay of the event will be available on the investor relations website following the event.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Forward-looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including the Safe Harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of the words "will," "anticipates," "hopes," "expects," "intends," "plans," "should," "could," "would," "may," "believes," "subject to" and variations or similar expressions. These statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance, are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Actual results are subject to other risks and uncertainties that relate more broadly to Bausch Health's overall business, including those more fully described in Bausch Health's most recent annual and quarterly reports and detailed from time to time in Bausch Health's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators, which factors are incorporated herein by reference. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events, information or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, unless required by law.
VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced the U.S. launch of PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins, which combine the clinically proven AREDS2 nutrients recommended by the NEI to help reduce the risk of moderate-to-advanced AMD progression with a unique B-vitamin complex.* Built on decades of leadership in AREDS-based vitamins, PreserVision AREDS3 is the most advanced PreserVision formula, intended to support a broader range of people, including those in earlier stages.*
For decades, nutritional support for AMD has been centered on stage-specific intervention, with clinically proven AREDS2 nutrients serving as a way to help reduce the risk of progression in people with moderate-to-advanced AMD. PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins build on that scientific foundation by incorporating a proprietary B-vitamin complex informed by decades of research, enabling eye care professionals to initiate nutritional support earlier and engage a broader population.*
“AMD affects millions of people, often long before symptoms meaningfully change day-to-day life,” said John Ferris, president, Consumer, Bausch + Lomb. “Historically, options to support macular health earlier in the condition have been limited. PreserVision AREDS3 reflects decades of research, and our commitment to advancing eye health through science, offering an option for a broader range of people looking to support their macular health.”*
AMD is the leading cause of vision loss among older Americans, impacting approximately 28 million people in the U.S.1 This progressive condition can impact central vision in one or both eyes, causing people to have difficulty with daily activities like driving, reading or recognizing the faces of loved ones.3
PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins build on the trusted AREDS2 nutrients by adding a research-backed, unique B-vitamin complex.* The formula is designed to provide triple-action support:
Protects: AREDS2 nutrients help protect macular health by neutralizing free radicals and replenishing the eyes’ natural filter* Nourishes: Unique B‑vitamin complex, containing thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), vitamin B6, biotin (B7), folate (B9) and vitamin B12, which was designed to promote healthy cellular eye function* Boosts: Formulated to provide two times better absorption of key nutrients‡ “Nutritional support for AMD management has to evolve as the science evolves,” said Julie Poteet, OD, MS, CNS. “PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins reflect the most current thinking in nutritional support for macular health, building on the established AREDS2 nutrients and incorporating a unique B-vitamin complex backed by more than two decades of scientific research on B vitamins.2 That matters in practice, because it gives me greater confidence and flexibility when discussing nutritional options with a broader group of patients, including those in earlier stages.”*
The development of PreserVision AREDS3 was guided by a growing body of scientific evidence examining the role of certain B vitamins in AMD, including certain studies described in a recently published narrative review in Ophthalmology and Therapy.2 The review drew on more than two decades of human research, synthesizing findings from more than 20 human studies involving nearly 30,000 individuals, including large randomized clinical trials such as the Women’s Antioxidant and Folic Acid Cardiovascular Study, which reported a statistically significant association between specific B‑vitamin supplementation and reduced AMD risk. This body of evidence helped shape the inclusion of B vitamins in PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins and supports ongoing research in this area, including plans for a future long‑term clinical trial evaluating the formulation.*
Now Available
PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins are now available in the eye care aisle or online at most retailers nationwide, including Amazon, Target, Walgreens and Walmart. For more information, visit www.preservision.com.
About PreserVision Eye Vitamins
PreserVision eye vitamins are the most studied AREDS‑based eye vitamin brand, and PreserVision is the No. 1 eye doctor‑recommended AREDS brand.4 The PreserVision portfolio has been developed through decades of ongoing scientific collaboration and research, guided by evolving evidence and ongoing study. PreserVision AREDS 2 eye vitamins contain the exact nutrient formula recommended by the NEI to help reduce the risk of moderate-to-advanced AMD progression,*6 and the portfolio now also includes PreserVision AREDS3 eye vitamins, our latest formula designed to build on the AREDS2 nutrients with added B vitamins.* For more information, visit www.preservision.com.
About the AREDS, AREDS2 and 10-Year Follow-on AREDS2 Study Results
The AREDS and AREDS2 studies are landmark clinical studies conducted over 20 years by the NEI. The AREDS study in 2001 demonstrated that taking a specific combination of antioxidants and zinc could help reduce the risk of progression of AMD in those with moderate to advanced AMD.* In 2012, the NEI completed the AREDS2 study, which tested several changes to the formulation, such as adding omega-3 fatty acids, substituting lutein and zeaxanthin for beta-carotene, and/or reducing zinc. The current AREDS2 nutrient formula recommended by the NEI is the result of this study.*
The NEI 10-Year Follow-on Study results evaluated the long-term results of participants who were involved in the AREDS2 study. Consisting of 3,882 people (6,351 study eyes) with moderate to advanced AMD over a 10-year period, the follow-on study further validates the original findings of the AREDS2 formulation with lutein and zeaxanthin, demonstrating an incremental reduction in risk of the progression to late-stage AMD.*5
About Bausch + Lomb
Our mission is simple – we help people see better to live better, all over the world. For nearly two centuries we’ve evolved with the changing needs of patients and customers, and our commitment to innovation and improving the standard of care in eye health has never been stronger. From contact lenses to prescription products, over-the-counter options, surgical devices and more, we’re turning bold ideas into better outcomes through passion, perseverance and purpose. Learn more at www.bausch.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.
‡Based on AUC of lutein and zeaxanthin compared to original PreserVision AREDS 2 Soft Gel
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) today announced that shareholders elected all 10 director nominees at its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders ("Annual Meeting") held on May 19, 2026, including Eiry W. Roberts, M.D., who was elected as a new director. Dr. Roberts brings extensive pharmaceutical leadership experience, including expertise in clinical development, medical strategy and business development, and previously served as Chief Medical Officer of Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. Dr. Roberts will serve as chair of the Science and Technology Committee.
Detailed results of the vote follow:
Name
For
Withheld
Broker Non-Votes
Thomas J. Appio
196,814,621
2,743,810
79,859,605
Christian A. Garcia
196,711,908
2,846,523
79,859,605
Michael Goettler
196,757,828
2,800,603
79,859,605
Sarah B. Kavanagh
188,459,870
11,098,561
79,859,605
Frank D. Lee
183,885,617
15,672,814
79,859,605
Sandra Leung
195,931,772
3,626,659
79,859,605
John A. Paulson
196,214,806
3,343,625
79,859,605
Robert N. Power
186,236,066
13,322,365
79,859,605
Eiry W. Roberts, M.D.
196,972,752
2,585,679
79,859,605
Amy B. Wechsler, M.D.
195,813,955
3,744,476
79,859,605
Shareholders also approved, on a non-binding advisory vote, the compensation of the Company's named executive officers, appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to serve as the Company's auditor until the close of the Company's 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, and the authorization for the board of directors to fix the auditor's remuneration.
The final vote tabulation on all matters voted on at the Annual Meeting will be reported to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on a current report on Form 8-K, and such report will be made available on the Company's SEDAR+ profile and on the Company's website at www.bauschhealth.com.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Thermage®, a pioneer in non-invasive skin tightening, was awarded the AAA Well-Known Trademark Certification, the highest recognition in China's domestic trademark evaluation system.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC), a global, diversified pharmaceutical company, and Solta Medical, a global leader in the medical aesthetics market, are proud to announce that their flagship brand, Thermage®, was awarded the prestigious AAA Well-Known Trademark Certification ("AAA") by the China Trademark Association (CTA), a renowned accreditation reserved for top-tier brands. This elite distinction—earned by only 217 brands across mainland China—recognizes Thermage's exceptional brand reputation, consumer confidence, and market influence.
"Joining an elite group of only 217 brands nationwide, this distinction cements Thermage's position as a leader in medical aesthetics and is a powerful validation of the reliability and confidence we have established with consumers and practitioners in China," said Thomas J. Appio, CEO of Bausch Health. "It underscores our commitment to innovation with the highest standards of quality and safety."
"With over a decade of presence in China, and over 5 million treatments performed worldwide, Thermage® has earned its reputation as a leader in non‑invasive aesthetic treatments," said Jiny Kim, Senior Vice President, Solta Medical, Bausch Health. "The AAA rating serves as a credible "mark of trust," allowing consumers to choose Thermage® with confidence in its legitimacy and product integrity."
About Thermage® FLX system
INDICATIONS
The radiofrequency energy only delivery components of the Thermage® FLX system and accessories are indicated for use in: Dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles around the eyes, including upper and lower eyelids Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles The simultaneous application of radiofrequency energy and skin vibration by the Thermage® FLX system and accessories are indicated for use in: Dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles around the eye Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles Temporary improvement in the appearance of cellulite Relief of minor muscle aches and pain Relief of muscle spasms Temporary improvement of local circulation (blood circulation) IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not undergo Thermage® treatment if you have a cardiac pacemaker, a cardioverter, a defibrillator, or any other electrical implant. Let your doctor know if you have an electrical implant or if you have any questions about whether you should undergo a Thermage® treatment. Solta Medical has not studied the use of the Thermage® system: Over skin fillers (lips, cheeks, facial wrinkles and skin folds) In people who are pregnant and/or breast feeding, diabetic, have an auto-immune disease such as lupus, have cold sores, have genital herpes, or have epilepsy In people who have permanent make-up and/or tattoos In children The most commonly reported adverse effect during treatment is mild to moderate pain in the area being treated. The most commonly reported adverse effects after treatment include the following: Mild redness may occur and typically resolves within 24 hours. Swelling may occur and typically resolves within 5 days but can remain up to several weeks. The following adverse effects occur infrequently: The procedure may produce heating in the upper layers of the skin, causing burns and subsequent blister and scab formation. There is a possibility of scar formation. Skin surface irregularities may appear up to 1 or more months post-treatment. Numbness, tingling" or temporary paralysis may occur; typically resolves in a short period of time but may persist up to several weeks. Lumps or nodules may occur under the skin primarily in the neck area, and usually resolve within 1 or 2 weeks without chronic or long-term complications. Skin may darken, but normally resolves within several months. Talk to your doctor for more information about Thermage® and see thermage.com for additional details.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health care outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. Our aesthetic business, Solta Medical, is a global leader in the aesthetics market, whose vision is to develop and support trusted aesthetic brands that provide value to our customers and patients. More information about Solta Medical can be found at www.solta.com. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Forward-looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including the Safe Harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of the words "will," "anticipates," "hopes," "expects," "intends," "plans," "should," "could," "would," "may," "believes," "subject to" and variations or similar expressions. These statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance, are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Actual results are subject to other risks and uncertainties that relate more broadly to Bausch Health's overall business, including those more fully described in Bausch Health's most recent annual and quarterly reports and detailed from time to time in Bausch Health's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian Securities Administrators, which factors are incorporated herein by reference. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events, information or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, unless required by law.
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Bausch Health (BHC - Free Report) . Shares have lost about 5.4% in that time frame, underperforming the S&P 500.
But investors have to be wondering, will the recent negative trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Bausch due for a breakout? Before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late, let's take a quick look at the most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the important drivers.
BHC Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Sales Grow on Salix & Solta Strength
Bausch Health reported mixed results for the first quarter of 2026.
Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 78 cents missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 81 cents but were up from 59 cents recorded in the year-ago quarter.
Total revenues of $2.5 billion were up 12% year over year. The top line beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.4 billion.
Excluding the impact of a foreign exchange of $71 million, acquisitions of $33 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $4 million, revenues increased 7% organically year over year.
BHC's Q1 in Detail
The company reports revenues under two segments: Bausch Health and Bausch + Lomb.
Bausch Health’s revenues totaled $1.3 billion, up 14% year over year. Within the Bausch Health segment, revenues are recorded under four divisions — Salix, International, Solta Medical and Diversified Products.
Salix’s revenues totaled $639 million, up 18% year over year. Within this segment, Xifaxan is the top revenue generator, generating sales of $559 million, up 21%, led by strong demand growth. Relistor’s revenues were $40 million.
However, Trulance’s revenues of $31 million were down 2% year over year.
Xifaxan 550 mg tablets are indicated for the reduction in the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy recurrence and the treatment of IBS-D in adults.
Salix’s revenues beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $575 million and our model estimate of $589 million.
International revenues totaled $285 million, up 9% year over year, led by 12% growth in EMEA markets. Latin America markets also put up a solid performance driven by commercial product growth, offset by lower volume. However, sales in Canada were down 4% year over year.
The reported figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $272 million and our model estimate of $268 million. Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $25 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $1 million, revenues were relatively flat on an organic basis.
Solta Medical reported revenues of $171 million, up 51% year over year, driven by China and South Korea. The figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $122 million and our model estimate of $117 million. Results also benefited from Solta’s acquisition of Shibo's full service aesthetics distribution business in China.
Diversified Product’s revenues amounted to $185 million, down 10% from the year-ago level. Within this segment, neuroscience sales decreased 4% year over year due to lower volume. The Dermatology business was down 28% due to partial channel destocking despite solid Cabtreo and Jublia demand. Sales from the Dentistry business were $21 million. The Generics business generated sales of $21 million.
Diversified Product’s revenues missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $219 million and our model estimate of $228 million.
Revenues from Bausch + Lomb totaled $1.24 billion, up 9% year over year, driven by growth across each business — vision care, surgical and pharmaceuticals. The figure beat both the Zacks Consensus Estimate and our model estimate of $1.22 billion.
Excluding the impact of foreign exchange of $42 million, acquisitions of $1 million and divestitures and discontinuations of $3 million, Bausch + Lomb segment revenues were up 6% organically on a year-over-year basis.
BHC’s Pipeline Development
The registrational phase III program on larsucosterol to evaluate the safety & efficacy in patients with severe Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis (AH) was initiated in early 2026.
The FDA had earlier granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation to larsucosterol for the treatment of AH.
An internal review on amiselimod, an S1P modulator, a once-daily oral treatment of mild- to moderate ulcerative colitis, is ongoing.
The company’s program for Clear and Brilliant Touch, a fractionated laser device for skin rejuvenation, is also advancing. In addition to the United States, approvals were received for Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore in 2024. The treatment received approval from the Chinese National Medical Products in August 2025. The company also received approval in Australia in December 2025. It was launched in Canada in February 2026.
BHC Updates 2026 Guidance
BHC now expects 2026 revenues to be in the range of $10.670-$10.920 billion (previous guidance: $10.625-$10.875 billion). The Zacks Consensus Estimate is pegged at $10.68 billion.
Excluding Bausch + Lomb, revenues are still projected to be in the range of $5.250-$5.400 billion. Bausch + Lomb revenues are now expected to be in the range of $5.420-$5.520 billion (previous guidance: $5.375-$5.475 billion).
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?It turns out, estimates review have trended upward during the past month.
VGM ScoresCurrently, Bausch has a nice Growth Score of B, though it is lagging a bit on the Momentum Score front with a C. However, the stock has a grade of A on the value side, putting it in the top quintile for this investment strategy.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of A. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
OutlookEstimates have been trending upward for the stock, and the magnitude of these revisions looks promising. Notably, Bausch has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). We expect an in-line return from the stock in the next few months.