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Avantor (AVTR) guidance and outlook
Avantor (AVTR) raised some and lowered other parts of its guidance on Oct 28, 2026: EPS −$1.00 for FY2026; Tax rate 22%–22.5% for FY2026. Avantor's 10-Q filed Jul 29, 2026 makes 3 forward-looking statements.
Guidance and outlook
Latest guidance
| Metric | Period | Range | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | FY2026 | +5.8% | new |
| EPS | FY2026 | −$1.00 | reaffirmed |
| Tax rate | FY2026 | 22%–22.5% | lowered |
From the earnings release filed Oct 28, 2026 (8-K on EDGAR).
Forward-looking statements, 10-Q filed Jul 29, 2026
- We continue to monitor these factors closely and are pursuing operational and strategic actions intended to improve the performance of the VWR Distribution business.
- Developing forecasted cash flows requires evaluation of intermediate‑ to long‑term performance, including assumptions regarding revenue growth, operating margins, inflation, capital requirements, and working capital management.
- During the first quarter of 2026, a sustained decline in our share price and market capitalization represented a triggering event under the goodwill impairment guidance.
Avantor's latest quarter
Avantor, Q3 2026: revenue $1.7B (+5% year over year), operating margin 8.2%, net earnings $203M, operating cash flow $195M. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
Questions
Did Avantor raise or lower its guidance?
Avantor (AVTR) raised some and lowered other parts of its guidance on Oct 28, 2026: EPS −$1.00 for FY2026; Tax rate 22%–22.5% for FY2026.
What does Avantor expect?
We continue to monitor these factors closely and are pursuing operational and strategic actions intended to improve the performance of the VWR Distribution business. Developing forecasted cash flows requires evaluation of intermediate‑ to long‑term performance, including assumptions regarding revenue growth, operating margins, inflation, capital requirements, and working capital management. During the first quarter of 2026, a sustained decline in our share price and market capitalization represented a triggering event under the goodwill impairment guidance.
Updated Nov 8, 2026. Read automatically from SEC filings and public data; errors are possible. Not investment advice.