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Cardinal Health (CAH)
NYSE:CAH
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jan 29, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
2.28Last Year’s EPS
1.93Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 13 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflected a strong financial performance with significant revenue and profit growth across all segments. The company raised its EPS guidance and showed strong cash flow and shareholder returns. However, there were concerns regarding tariff costs and increased interest expenses.Company Guidance
Strong Start to Fiscal Year 2026
Cardinal Health reported strong double-digit profit growth across all 5 operating segments, indicating robust operating momentum and broad-based performance.
Pharmaceutical and Specialty Solutions Segment
First quarter revenue increased by 23% to $59 billion, driven by Brand and Specialty Pharmaceutical sales growth, with Pharma segment profit increasing by 26% to $667 million.
Increased EPS Guidance
EPS guidance for the full year was raised to a range of $9.65 to $9.85, reflecting 17% to 20% growth from the prior year.
Record Revenue Growth
Total company revenue increased 22% to $64 billion, reflecting growth from all 5 operating segments.
Strong Performance in Other Segments
The 'Other' segment saw a first-quarter revenue increase of 38% to $1.6 billion, with segment profit increasing by 60% to $166 million.
Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
Generated $1.3 billion in adjusted free cash flow, returned $500 million to shareholders, and ended the quarter with a cash position of $4.6 billion.
CAH Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
CAH Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Oct 30, 2025 | $164.47 | $189.84 | +15.43% |
Aug 12, 2025 | $157.15 | $145.82 | -7.21% |
May 01, 2025 | $140.40 | $144.62 | +3.01% |
Jan 30, 2025 | $126.49 | $126.99 | +0.40% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does Cardinal Health (CAH) report earnings?
Cardinal Health (CAH) is schdueled to report earning on Jan 29, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Cardinal Health (CAH) earnings time?
Cardinal Health (CAH) earnings time is at Jan 29, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is CAH EPS forecast?
CAH EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 2.28.
