Diluted EPS of $3.91 and Adjusted Diluted EPS of $4.38 in fiscal year 2026
Announces agreement to acquire LaCorium Health, a leader in Australian therapeutic skin care
Introducing Outlook for Fiscal 2027 Organic Revenue Growth and Adjusted Diluted EPS of 1% to 3%, respectively, excluding the impact of acquisitions
TARRYTOWN, N.Y., May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc. (NYSE:PBH) today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
"Our fiscal 2026 demonstrated the resilience of our business model in a challenging consumer backdrop.
Our diversified portfolio of leading brands with deep consumer heritage supports a durable financial profile and drives strong, growing free cash flow. In fiscal 2026, this resulted in $246.4 million of free cash flow driven by continued strength that included strong growth for Fleet®, Dramamine®, and Hydralyte® in our Gastrointestinal category, which helped partially offset the impacts of limited eye care production as well as fourth quarter shipping disruptions in the Middle East."
Fourth Fiscal Quarter Ended March 31, 2026
Reported revenues in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 of $281.6 million decreased 5.0% from $296.5 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 and decreased 6.4% versus the prior fiscal fourth quarter excluding the impact of foreign currency. The revenue performance versus the prior year comparable period reflected lower Eye & Ear Care category sales, driven primarily by limited ability to supply demand for Clear Eyes® and the expected headwind associated with accelerated order timing in the fourth quarter of the prior year.
Reported net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 was $53.9 million versus the prior fiscal fourth quarter of $50.1 million. Diluted earnings per share of $1.13 for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 compared to $1.00 in the prior year comparable period. Non-GAAP adjusted net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 was $58.5 million compared to $65.9 million in the prior year comparable period. Non-GAAP adjusted diluted earnings per share of $1.23 for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 compared to $1.32 in the prior year comparable period.
Adjustments to net income in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 included certain costs associated with Pillar5, our recently acquired sterile eye care facility, including various costs associated with improving and optimizing the facility for increases in long-term capacity, as well as costs associated with acquisitions and associated tax adjustments as well as an adjustment to normalize the tax rate to account for discrete items.
Adjustments to net income in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 included non-cash tradename impairments and an associated tax adjustment as well as an adjustment to normalize the tax rate to account for discrete items.
Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2026
Reported revenues for fiscal year 2026 totaled $1,088.7 million, a decrease of 4.3% versus revenues of $1,137.8 million in the prior fiscal year. Revenues decreased 4.5% versus the prior fiscal year excluding the impact of foreign currency. The revenue performance for the fiscal year reflected the limited ability to supply demand for Clear Eyes®.
Reported net income for fiscal 2026 of $190.3 million compared to $214.6 million in the prior year. Reported fiscal 2026 diluted earnings per share was $3.91, compared to $4.29 in the prior year. On a non-GAAP adjusted basis, fiscal 2026 adjusted net income of $213.3 million and adjusted diluted earnings per share of $4.38 compared to adjusted net income and adjusted diluted earnings per share of $226.3 million and $4.52 in the prior year, respectively.
Adjustments to net income in fiscal 2026 include certain costs associated with Pillar5, our recently acquired sterile eye care facility, including various costs associated with improving and optimizing the facility for long-term capacity. Additional adjustments to net income in fiscal 2026 include a supplier loan write-off, costs associated with acquisitions, and associated tax adjustments as well as an adjustment to normalize the tax rate to account for discrete items.
Adjustments to net income in fiscal 2025 included non-cash tradename impairments associated with non-strategic indefinite-lived and finite-lived intangible assets, and an associated tax adjustment as well as an adjustment to normalize the tax rate to account for discrete items.
Segment Review
North American OTC Healthcare: Segment revenues of $234.5 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 decreased compared to the prior year comparable quarter's segment revenues of $248.9 million. The revenue decrease was primarily attributable to lower Eye & Ear Care category sales, driven by limited ability to supply demand for Clear Eyes®.
For fiscal 2026, reported revenues for the North American OTC segment were $913.6 million, which compared to $960.0 million in the prior year. The revenue decrease was primarily attributable to lower Eye & Ear Care category sales, driven by limited ability to supply demand for Clear Eyes® and the expected headwind associated with accelerated order timing in Q4 of the prior year.
International OTC Healthcare: Fiscal fourth quarter 2026 segment revenues of $47.1 million compared to $47.6 million reported in the prior year comparable period. The lower revenue performance was driven by shipping disruptions in the Middle East and lower Eye & Ear Care category sales.
For fiscal 2026, reported revenues for the International OTC Healthcare segment were $175.1 million, a decrease over the prior year's revenues of $177.8 million, driven by lower Eye & Ear Care category sales and fourth quarter shipping disruptions, which were partly offset by an increase in the Women's Health and Cough & Cold categories.
Free Cash Flow and Balance Sheet
The Company's net cash provided by operating activities for fiscal 2026 was $257.6 million, an increase compared to $251.5 million in the prior year. Non-GAAP free cash flow in fiscal 2026 of $246.4 million increased from $243.3 million in the prior year.
In fiscal 2026, the Company opportunistically repurchased 2.3 million shares at a total investment of approximately $156 million.
The Company's net debt position as of March 31, 2026 was approximately $0.9 billion, resulting in a covenant-defined leverage ratio of 2.6x.
LaCorium Acquisition
The Company today is also announcing a definitive agreement to acquire LaCorium Health ("LaCorium"), for approximately $150 million in cash. The transaction, subject to customary conditions, is expected to close in second quarter fiscal 2027.
LaCorium generated approximately $40 million in trailing twelve months revenue through February 28, 2026 and is expected to generate approximately $12 million in EBITDA including the benefits from anticipated synergies once the business is fully integrated. LaCorium is delivering strong growth, and the Company expects double-digit net sales growth in calendar 2026 driven by a combination of category growth, innovation, and continued geographic expansion.
Founded in Australia and introduced in 1998, LaCorium is a leader in Australian therapeutic skin care designed to treat individual skin ailments. Products are sold under the Dermal Therapy®, Flexitol®, and Crampeze® brands in need-state categories such as lip care (cold sores), skin care (eczema & acne), foot care (heel balm, antifungal), hair & scalp (eczema), and more. Approximately 75% of sales are in Australia, where the brand maintains a leading #1 market position in lip care and #3 in foot care. Globally, products are sold in approximately 20 countries across North America, Asia, and the Middle East under the Flexitol® and Crampeze® brand names.
Fiscal 2027 Outlook
Ron Lombardi, Chief Executive Officer, stated, "As we begin fiscal 2027, we anticipate our proven financial model and diversified portfolio of leading, trusted brands will result in sales growth approximate to our long-term expectations. Our organic sales growth outlook range reflects strong momentum for our diversified portfolio of leading strategic brands and also accounts for variability in eye care supply as we prioritize quality and increase output of Clear Eyes® as well as an expectation for a continued volatile consumer backdrop."
He continued, "We anticipate adjusted diluted EPS of $4.42 to $4.51, following sales growth and adjusted free cash flow of $250 million or more. We expect to provide an updated outlook for the year after the completion of the acquisitions of Breathe Right® and LaCorium, which we anticipate closing in June and July, respectively. Regarding recent fluctuations in energy costs, just like other inflationary periods of the past, we plan to leverage our leading portfolio, diverse supply chain, and agile operating model to manage and mitigate these costs as they arise in our fiscal 2027 and moving forward," said Ron Lombardi, Chief Executive Officer of Prestige Consumer Healthcare.
Fiscal 2027 Outlook
Revenue
$1,100 million to $1,121 million
Organic Revenue Growth
+1.0% to +3.0%
Adjusted Diluted E.P.S.
$4.42 to $4.51
Free Cash Flow
$250 million or more
Medium-Term Outlook
"Based on the acquisitions expected to close early in fiscal 2027, our expanded portfolio of leading brands, and the continued recovery of our eye care capacity, we expect a meaningful strengthening of our overall business profile and positioning. Combined with our continued disciplined approach to capital allocation, this positions us to deliver growth over the next three years that exceeds our long-term targets. Over this period, we expect to generate an approximately 10% annual CAGR for revenue growth, an EPS growth CAGR of approximately 8%, and exceptional free cash flow approaching $900 million in aggregate. This level of cash generation is expected to enable a rapid return to historical leverage levels, further enhancing shareholder value. We have a long track record of delivering superior shareholder value and remain focused on executing our business model to achieve these objectives and drive continued value creation" Mr. Lombardi concluded.
Fiscal 2026 Conference Call, Accompanying Slide Presentation and Replay
The Company will host a conference call to review its fourth quarter and fiscal 2026 results tomorrow morning, May 14, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. ET. The Company provides a live Internet webcast, a slide presentation to accompany the call, as well as an archived replay, all of which can be accessed from the Investor Relations page of the Company's website at http://www.prestigeconsumerhealthcare.com/. To participate in the conference call via phone, participants may register for the call here to receive dial-in details and a unique pin. While not required, it is recommended to join 10 minutes prior to the event start. The slide presentation can be accessed from the Investor Relations page of the Company's website by clicking on Webcasts and Presentations.
A conference call replay will be available for approximately one week following completion of the live call and can be accessed on the Company's Investor Relations page.
Non-GAAP and Other Financial Information
In addition to financial results reported in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), we have provided certain non-GAAP financial information in this release to aid investors in understanding the Company's performance. Each non-GAAP financial measure is defined and reconciled to its most closely related GAAP financial measure in the "About Non-GAAP Financial Measures" section at the end of this earnings release.
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws that are intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. "Forward-looking statements" generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "durable," "growing," "outlook," "forecast," "may," "will," "would," "expect," "positioned," "anticipate," "plan," or "continue" (or the negative or other derivatives of each of these terms) or similar terminology. The "forward-looking statements" include, without limitation, statements regarding the Company's future operating results including revenues, organic growth, adjusted diluted earnings per share, and free cash flow; the strength of the Company's financial profile, improvements in eye care supply from the acquisition of Pillar5 and increased manufacturing capacity from capital investments; LaCorium's net sales growth; the timing of the closing of acquisitions; the impact of volatile markets on consumer spending; the timing of the Company's return to historical leverage; and the Company's ability to manage and mitigate energy costs and enhance shareholder value. These statements are based on management's estimates and assumptions with respect to future events and financial performance and are believed to be reasonable, though are inherently uncertain and difficult to predict. Actual results could differ materially from those expected as a result of a variety of factors, including the impact of business and economic conditions, including as a result of evolving U.S. and international tariffs and trade actions, labor shortages, inflation and geopolitical instability, consumer trends, the impact of the Company's advertising and marketing and new product development initiatives, customer inventory management initiatives, fluctuating foreign exchange rates, competitive pressures, and the ability of the Company's manufacturing operations and third party manufacturers and logistics providers and suppliers to meet demand for its products and to avoid inflationary cost increases and disruption. A discussion of other factors that could cause results to vary is included in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2025 and other periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
About Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.
Prestige Consumer Healthcare is a leading consumer healthcare products company with sales throughout the U.S. and Canada, Australia, and in certain other international markets. The Company's diverse portfolio of brands include Monistat® and Summer's Eve® women's health products, BC® and Goody's® pain relievers, Clear Eyes® and TheraTears® eye care products, DenTek® specialty oral care products, Dramamine® motion sickness treatments, Fleet® enemas and glycerin suppositories, Chloraseptic® and Luden's® sore throat treatments and drops, Compound W® wart treatments, Little Remedies® pediatric over-the-counter products, Boudreaux's Butt Paste® diaper rash ointments, Nix® lice treatment, Debrox® earwax remover, Gaviscon® antacid in Canada, and Hydralyte® rehydration products and the Fess® line of nasal and sinus care products in Australia. Visit the Company's website at www.prestigeconsumerhealthcare.com.
Investor Relations ContactPhil Terpolilli, CFA, 914-524-6819[email protected]
Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.Consolidated Statement of Income and Comprehensive Income(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended March 31,
YearEnded March 31,
(In thousands, except per share data)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Total Revenues
281,617
296,518
1,088,705
1,137,762
Cost of Sales
Cost of sales excluding depreciation
132,404
124,318
482,794
494,416
Cost of sales depreciation
2,914
2,190
10,333
8,883
Cost of sales
135,318
126,508
493,127
503,299
Gross profit
146,299
170,010
595,578
634,463
Operating Expenses
Advertising and marketing
35,089
37,004
148,782
155,723
General and administrative
30,280
27,050
116,447
108,209
Depreciation and amortization
5,438
5,062
20,940
21,290
Goodwill and tradename impairment
—
12,466
—
12,466
Total operating expenses
70,807
81,582
286,169
297,688
Operating income
75,492
88,428
309,409
336,775
Other expense (income)
Interest expense, net
11,428
10,759
42,339
47,632
Other expense (income), net
(708
)
3,710
9,574
4,954
Total other expense, net
10,720
14,469
51,913
52,586
Income before income taxes
64,772
73,959
257,496
284,189
Provision for income taxes
10,844
23,831
67,195
69,584
Net income
$
53,928
$
50,128
$
190,301
$
214,605
Earnings per share:
Basic
$
1.14
$
1.01
$
3.93
$
4.32
Diluted
$
1.13
$
1.00
$
3.91
$
4.29
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic
47,433
49,656
48,456
49,697
Diluted
47,686
50,064
48,720
50,080
Comprehensive income, net of tax:
Currency translation adjustments
1,962
2,586
9,387
(3,083
)
Unrecognized net loss on pension plans
(96
)
(81
)
(96
)
(81
)
Total other comprehensive income (loss)
1,866
2,505
9,291
(3,164
)
Comprehensive income
$
55,794
$
52,633
$
199,592
$
211,441
Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.Consolidated Balance Sheet(Unaudited)
(In thousands)
March 31,
2026
2025
Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
63,868
$
97,884
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $18,187 and $16,314, respectively
191,920
194,293
Inventories
159,132
147,709
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
16,564
8,442
Total current assets
431,484
448,328
Property, plant and equipment, net
121,689
74,548
Operating lease right-of-use assets
27,780
28,238
Finance lease right-of-use assets, net
21,776
25,056
Goodwill
581,109
527,425
Intangible assets, net
2,299,605
2,295,350
Other long-term assets
10,870
3,273
Total Assets
$
3,494,313
$
3,402,218
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable
$
22,791
$
18,925
Accrued interest payable
15,578
15,703
Operating lease liabilities, current portion
6,910
6,047
Finance lease liabilities, current portion
2,656
2,490
Other accrued liabilities
72,989
63,458
Total current liabilities
120,924
106,623
Long-term debt, net
993,953
992,357
Deferred income tax liabilities
447,417
419,594
Long-term operating lease liabilities, net of current portion
20,955
22,732
Long-term finance lease liabilities, net of current portion
17,968
20,624
Other long-term liabilities
5,580
5,391
Total Liabilities
