RCS & Software Progress and Strategic M&A
Residential care software (RCS) revenue rose ~5% (cc); management progressing portfolio management work with a target to return RCS to sustainable high single‑digit growth and double‑digit operating profit growth by FY27. Recent tuck‑in M&A (VirtuOx, EctoSense, Somnaware) expanding diagnostic and virtual testing capabilities.
Real‑World Evidence & Clinical Engagement
Claims analysis of ~1.95 million patients: patients with both GLP‑1 and CPAP scripts are 10%–11% more likely to start CPAP; +3% likelihood of resupply at 1 year and ~6% (6.2%) likelihood at 3 years, indicating a durable tailwind. CME programs completed nearly 60,000 times (50% increase from prior quarter) and 77% of completing providers intend to change clinical practice.
Revenue Growth
Group revenue of $1.42 billion, an 11% headline increase and 9% growth on a constant currency basis versus prior-year quarter.
Device and Mask Performance
Global device sales grew 11% (constant currency). Masks, accessories and other revenue grew 14% globally (constant currency); U.S. masks/accessories up ~16% and Europe/Asia/ROW masks/accessories up ~8% (cc).
Gross Margin Expansion and Supply‑Chain Productivity
Reported gross margin was 32.3% for the quarter. Management highlighted supply‑chain improvements that contributed meaningfully to margin expansion (management cited a 310 bps YoY benefit from supply chain initiatives; company-wide gross margin improvement reported as +110 bps YoY and +30 bps sequentially). Guidance for FY26 gross margin range reiterated at ~62%–63% (non‑GAAP context).
Operating Profit and EPS Growth
Operating profit increased 19% year‑over‑year; operating margin improved to 36.3% of revenue (from 34.0% prior year). GAAP diluted EPS grew 16% and net income increased ~15%.
Cash Generation and Balance Sheet Strength
Operating cash flow of $340 million for the quarter; cash balance $1.4 billion, gross debt $664 million, net cash ~$753 million, and ~$1.5 billion available under revolver.
Shareholder Returns
Returned $263 million to shareholders via dividends and $175 million of share repurchases in the quarter; board declared a $0.60/share quarterly dividend and repurchases targeted at >$600 million for FY26.
Product and R&D Momentum
Launched new fabric full‑face masks (F30i Comfort and F30i Clear) with positive early feedback and expected adoption; continued investment in cloud‑connected devices and software (R&D ~6%–7% of revenue guidance).
AI and Digital Innovation
Limited beta of Comfort Match (AI‑enabled comfort setting recommender within myAir), noted as the company's first FDA‑cleared AI‑enabled medical device; expected to improve therapy initiation and long‑term adherence.