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Net sales of $1,698.3 million; increase of 4.6%; organic increase of 5.2%Diluted GAAP EPS of $0.30; adjusted EPS of $0.22Raised FY 2026 organic revenue growth, adjusted EPS and free cash flow guidance

RADNOR, Pa., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR), a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and advanced technology industries, reports results that exceeded management’s expectations for revenue and adjusted EPS for the third fiscal quarter of 2026.

Emmanuel Ligner, President and Chief Executive Officer, says: “We are delighted to return to year-over-year growth in the third quarter. We are not done with our Revival journey yet, but this achievement reflects the dedication of our associates and the progress we are making to sharpen our strategic focus and improve execution. Third quarter results exceeded our expectations across revenue and adjusted EPS, and we generated robust free cash flow that allowed us to further strengthen our balance sheet.

“VWR Distribution & Services delivered another quarter of improving revenue performance, with organic growth accelerating to 5.8%, and Bioscience & Medtech Products returned to organic growth as expected. We believe that improving execution and stronger end markets provide a foundation for sustained revenue growth, and we remain focused on execution to build on our positive momentum,” Ligner concludes.

Third Quarter 2026

For the three months ended September 30, 2026, net sales were $1,698.3 million, which was up 4.6% compared to the third quarter of 2025. Foreign currency translation had a negative impact of 0.6%, resulting in a 5.2% increase in net sales on an organic basis.

Net income increased to $203.4 million from a net loss of $711.8 million in the third quarter of 2025, and net income margin was 12.0%; adjusted net income was $146.4 million compared to $151.1 million in the prior-year period. Adjusted EBITDA was $256.9 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 15.1%.

Operating income was $139.5 million, with an operating income margin of 8.2%; adjusted operating income was $227.6 million, with an adjusted operating income margin of 13.4%.

Diluted earnings per share on a GAAP basis was $0.30, and adjusted diluted earnings per share was $0.22.

Third Quarter 2026 – Segment Results

VWR Distribution & Services

Net sales were $1,233.8 million, a reported increase of 5.0%, as compared to $1,175.0 million in the third quarter of 2025. Foreign currency translation had a negative impact of 0.8%, resulting in a sales increase of 5.8% on an organic basis.Adjusted Operating Income was $119.4 million as compared to $132.0 million in the comparable prior period. Adjusted Operating Income margin was 9.7%. Adjusted Operating Income margin declined versus the prior year due to unfavorable product mix and higher SG&A expenses, partially offset by higher sales volume.

Bioscience & Medtech Products

Net sales were $464.5 million, a reported increase of 3.5%, as compared to $448.8 million in the third quarter of 2025. Foreign currency translation had a negative impact of 0.1%, resulting in a 3.6% sales increase on an organic basis.Adjusted Operating Income was $123.4 million, as compared to $119.3 million in the comparable prior period. Adjusted Operating Income margin was 26.6%. Adjusted Operating Income margin was flat versus the prior year due to higher sales volume and commercial excellence, partially offset by higher SG&A expenses.

Adjusted Operating Income is Avantor’s segment reporting profitability measure under generally accepted accounting principles and is used by management to measure and evaluate the performance of our Company’s business segments.

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow

As of September 30, 2026, total debt, gross, was $3,699.7 million and cash and cash equivalents were $464.3 million.

GAAP net leverage was 9.6x, and adjusted net leverage was 3.1x, as of September 30, 2026.

For the three months ended September 30, 2026, operating cash flow was $195.1 million, while free cash flow was $156.2 million.

Updated 2026 Guidance

Avantor updates its fiscal 2026 financial guidance.

Fiscal 2026 guidance

(as of July 29, 2026)

Updated Fiscal 2026 guidance

(as of October 28, 2026)

Organic revenue growth (1)

-0.5% to +0.5%

+0.75% to +1.25%

Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)

14.8% to 15.3%

14.8% to 15.3%

Adjusted EPS (1)

$0.80 to $0.83

$0.81 to $0.83

Free cash flow (1)(2)

$500M to $550M

$525M to $550M

(1) Non-GAAP measure (definitions and/or reconciliations below). We are unable to provide a reconciliation of the non-GAAP measures provided in our full-year 2026 guidance without unreasonable effort because of the difficulty in forecasting and quantifying certain amounts and adjustment items with a reasonable degree of certainty including net income, restructuring charges, foreign currency exchange gains and losses and income tax expense. These amounts are dependent upon future events and may be outside of our control. We note that these items could have a significant impact on our full-year results determined in accordance with GAAP.

(2) Excludes cash restructuring costs.

Fiscal 2026 Assumptions

Reported revenue growth range is +1.5% to +2.0%, reflecting +0.75% foreign exchange tailwindBlended EUR/USD exchange rate of 1.15Net interest expense is expected to decline modestly when compared to Fiscal 2025Adjusted effective tax rate between 22.0% and 22.5%Fully diluted share count of 679M shares

Conference Call

We will host a conference call to discuss our results today, October 28, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The live webcast and presentation, as well as a replay, will be available on the investor section of Avantor’s website. 

About Avantor

Avantor is a leading life science tools company and global provider of mission-critical products and services to the life sciences and advanced technology industries. We work side-by-side with customers at every step of the scientific journey to enable breakthroughs in medicine, healthcare, and technology. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities at more than 300,000 customer locations in 180 countries. For more information, visit corporate.avantorsciences.com and find us on LinkedIn, X (Twitter) and Facebook.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

To evaluate our performance, we monitor a number of key indicators. As appropriate, we supplement our results of operations determined in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) with certain non-GAAP financial measures that we believe are useful to investors, creditors and others in assessing our performance. These measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for reported GAAP results because they may include or exclude certain items as compared to similar GAAP-based measures, and such measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. Rather, these measures should be considered as an additional way of viewing aspects of our operations that provide a more complete understanding of our business. We strongly encourage investors to review our consolidated financial statements included in reports filed with the SEC in their entirety and not rely solely on any one single financial measure or communication.

The non-GAAP financial measures used in this press release are sales growth (decline) on an organic basis, Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted Operating Income margin, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted net income, adjusted EPS, adjusted net leverage, free cash flow and free cash flow conversion.

Organic net sales growth (decline) eliminates from our reported net sales change the impacts of revenues from acquisitions and divestitures that occurred in the last year (as applicable) and changes in foreign currency exchange rates. We believe that this measurement is useful to investors as a way to measure and evaluate our underlying commercial operating performance consistently across our segments and the periods presented. This measure is used by our management for the same reason.Adjusted Operating Income is our operating income or loss adjusted for the following items: (i) amortization of acquired intangible assets, (ii) charges associated with the impairment of certain assets, (iii) gain or loss on sale of business, and (iv) certain other adjustments. Adjusted Operating Income margin is Adjusted Operating Income divided by net sales as determined under GAAP. We believe that these measures are useful to investors as ways to analyze the underlying trends in our business consistently across the periods presented. These measures are used by our management for the same reason. Additionally, Adjusted Operating Income is our segment reporting profitability measure under GAAP.Adjusted EBITDA is our net income or loss adjusted for the following items: (i) interest expense, (ii) income tax expense, (iii) amortization of acquired intangible assets, (iv) depreciation expense, (v) losses on extinguishment of debt, (vi) charges associated with the impairment of certain assets, (vii) gain or loss on sale of business, and (viii) certain other adjustments. Adjusted EBITDA margin is Adjusted EBITDA divided by net sales as determined under GAAP. We believe that these measures are useful to investors as ways to analyze the underlying trends in our business consistently across the periods presented. These measures are used by our management for the same reason.Adjusted net income is our net income or loss first adjusted for the following items: (i) amortization of acquired intangible assets, (ii) losses on extinguishment of debt, (iii) charges associated with the impairment of certain assets, (iv) gain or loss on sale of business, and (v) certain other adjustments. From this amount, we then add or subtract an assumed incremental income tax impact on the above-noted pre-tax adjustments, using estimated tax rates, to arrive at Adjusted Net Income. We believe that this measure is useful to investors as a way to analyze the business consistently across the periods presented. This measure is used by our management for the same reason.Adjusted EPS is our adjusted net income divided by our diluted GAAP weighted average share count adjusted for anti-dilutive instruments. We believe that this measure is useful to investors as an additional way to analyze the underlying trends in our business consistently across the periods presented. This measure is used by our management for the same reason.Adjusted net leverage is equal to our gross debt, reduced by our cash and cash equivalents, divided by our trailing 12-month Adjusted EBITDA (excluding stock-based compensation expense and including the expected run-rate effect of cost synergies and the incremental results of completed acquisitions and divestitures as if those acquisitions and divestitures had occurred on the first day of the trailing 12-month period). We believe that this measure is useful to investors as a way to evaluate and measure the Company’s capital allocation strategies and the underlying trends in the business. This measure is used by our management for the same reason.Free cash flow is equal to our cash flows from operating activities, less capital expenditures, plus direct transaction costs and income taxes paid related to acquisitions and divestitures (as applicable) in the period. Free cash flow conversion is free cash flow divided by adjusted net income. We believe that these measures are useful to investors as they provide a view on the Company’s ability to generate cash for use in financing or investing activities. These measures are used by our management for the same reason.

Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures are included in the tables accompanying this release.

Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and are subject to the safe harbor created thereby under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements discuss our current expectations and projections relating to our financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business. These statements may be preceded by, followed by or include the words “aim,” “anticipate,” “assumption,” “believe,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “goal,” “guidance,” “intend,” “likely,” “long-term,” “near-term,” “objective,” “opportunity,” “outlook,” “plan,” “potential,” “project,” “projection,” “prospects,” “seek,” “target,” “trend,” “can,” “could,” “may,” “should,” “would,” “will,” the negatives thereof and other words and terms of similar meaning.

Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions; they are not guarantees of performance. You should not place undue reliance on these statements. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. Although we believe that our assumptions made in connection with the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that the assumptions and expectations will prove to be correct. Factors that could contribute to these risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, the factors described in “Risk Factors” in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, as such risk factors may be updated from time to time in our periodic filings with the SEC.

All forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the foregoing cautionary statements. In addition, all forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligations to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise other than as required under the federal securities laws.

Investor Relations Contact

Chris Fidyk
Vice President, Investor Relations
Avantor 
chris.fidyk@avantorsciences.com

Global Media Contact

Valerie Collado
Director, External Communications and Community Impact
Avantor
484-885-9338
valerie.collado@avantorsciences.com

 

Avantor, Inc. and subsidiaries

Unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations

(in millions, except per share data)

Three months ended

September 30,

Nine months ended

September 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

Net sales

$   1,698.3

$   1,623.8

$   4,972.0

$   4,888.6

Cost of sales

1,163.5

1,097.3

3,399.5

3,273.1

Gross profit

534.8

526.5

1,572.5

1,615.5

Selling, general and administrative expenses

395.3

390.3

1,211.7

1,203.1

Impairment charges

—

785.0

—

785.0

Operating income (loss)

139.5

(648.8)

360.8

(372.6)

Interest expense, net

(39.9)

(44.2)

(122.2)

(129.8)

Loss on extinguishment of debt

(0.8)

(0.2)

(2.0)

(0.2)

Other (expense) income, net

(0.8)

3.7

(1.9)

(19.5)

Income (loss) before income taxes

98.0

(689.5)

234.7

(522.1)

Income tax benefit (expense)

105.4

(22.3)

50.1

(60.5)

Net income (loss)

$      203.4

$    (711.8)

$      284.8

$    (582.6)

Earnings (loss) per share:

Basic

$       0.30

$      (1.04)

$       0.42

$      (0.86)

Diluted

$       0.30

$      (1.04)

$       0.42

$      (0.86)

Weighted average shares outstanding:

Basic

677.1

681.7

676.3

681.4

Diluted

680.9

681.7

677.7

681.4

 

Avantor, Inc. and subsidiaries

Unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets

(in millions)

September 30, 2026

December 31, 2025

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$                  464.3

$                  365.4

Accounts receivable, net

1,122.9

1,074.6

Inventory

854.8

818.2

Other current assets

150.6

193.0

Total current assets

2,592.6

2,451.2

Property, plant and equipment, net

778.9

766.8

Other intangible assets, net

2,932.3

3,193.8

Goodwill, net

4,925.9

4,986.9

Other assets

400.3

396.0

Total assets

$             11,630.0

$             11,794.7

Liabilities and stockholders’ equity

Current liabilities:

Current portion of debt

$                   35.0

$                   30.8

Accounts payable

735.4

741.7

Employee-related liabilities

174.0

162.7

Accrued interest

31.5

47.3

Other current liabilities

393.1

396.4

Total current liabilities

1,369.0

1,378.9

Debt, net of current portion

3,648.8

3,915.5

Deferred income tax liabilities

401.9

557.1

Other liabilities

374.4

378.2

Total liabilities

5,794.1

6,229.7

Stockholders’ equity:

Common stock including paid-in capital

4,030.5

3,984.8

Treasury stock at cost

(75.7)

(75.7)

Accumulated earnings

1,957.6

1,672.8

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(76.5)

(16.9)

Total stockholders’ equity

5,835.9

5,565.0

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$             11,630.0

$             11,794.7

 

Avantor, Inc. and subsidiaries

Unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows

(in millions)

Three months ended

September 30,

Nine months ended

September 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net income (loss)

$    203.4

$   (711.8)

$    284.8

$   (582.6)

Reconciling adjustments:

Depreciation and amortization

105.3

104.5

315.9

306.9

Impairment charges

—

785.0

—

785.0

Stock-based compensation expense

12.5

7.2

36.5

35.1

Non-cash restructuring charges

—

—

5.0

—

Provision for accounts receivable and

   inventory

19.0

16.5

46.2

43.4

Deferred income tax benefit

(147.2)

(11.9)

(141.1)

(41.9)

Amortization of deferred financing costs

1.8

2.1

5.3

6.6

Loss on extinguishment of debt

0.8

0.2

2.0

0.2

Foreign currency remeasurement loss (gain)

0.4

(3.1)

(0.5)

0.7

Pension termination charges

—

—

—

18.1

Changes in assets and liabilities:

Accounts receivable

12.4

66.2

(68.3)

10.5

Inventory

(44.1)

(33.4)

(90.8)

(66.7)

Accounts payable

(10.2)

(23.5)

7.5

(4.4)

Accrued interest

(14.7)

(14.8)

(15.8)

(13.4)

Other assets and liabilities

54.6

25.5

42.9

(27.4)

Other

1.1

(1.3)

2.4

1.0

Net cash provided by operating activities

195.1

207.4

432.0

471.1

Cash flows from investing activities:

Capital expenditures

(38.9)

(35.7)

(110.0)

(93.3)

Other

0.4

2.4

1.5

2.5

Net cash used in investing activities

(38.5)

(33.3)

(108.5)

(90.8)

Cash flows from financing activities:

Debt borrowings

54.0

67.7

54.0

67.7

Debt repayments

(63.1)

(439.2)

(280.6)

(477.3)

Proceeds received from exercise of stock options

12.7

2.3

14.6

4.9

Shares repurchased to satisfy employee tax

   obligations for vested stock-based awards

(1.1)

(0.4)

(5.0)

(5.4)

Other

(0.7)

—

(0.8)

—

Net cash provided by (used in) financing

   activities

1.8

(369.6)

(217.8)

(410.1)

Effect of currency rate changes on cash and cash

   equivalents

(0.9)

(2.0)

(6.8)

19.8

Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted

   cash

157.5

(197.5)

98.9

(10.0)

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning

   of period

309.7

452.2

368.3

264.7

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of

   period

$    467.2

$    254.7

$    467.2

$    254.7

 

Avantor, Inc. and subsidiaries

Reconciliations of non-GAAP measures

Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin

(dollars in millions, %

   based on net sales)

Three months ended September 30,

Nine months ended September 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

$

%

$

%

$

%

$

%

Net income (loss)

$ 203.4

12.0 %

$  (711.8)

(43.8) %

$ 284.8

5.7 %

$  (582.6)

(11.9) %

Amortization

75.5

4.4 %

76.1

4.7 %

227.1

4.6 %

225.5

4.6 %

Loss on extinguishment

   of debt

0.8

— %

0.2

— %

2.0

— %

0.2

— %

Restructuring, severance,

   and related

   impairment charges1

8.1

0.5 %

2.2

0.1 %

47.2

0.9 %

28.0

0.6 %

Transformation

   expenses2

—

— %

13.7

0.8 %

—

— %

49.5

1.0 %

Reserve for certain legal

   matters, net3

1.3

0.1 %

1.6

0.1 %

4.7

0.1 %

5.2

0.1 %

Other4

3.5

0.2 %

7.8

0.5 %

3.9

0.1 %

18.5

0.4 %

Pension termination

   charges5

—

— %

(1.8)

(0.1) %

—

— %

16.3

0.3 %

Impairment charges6

—

— %

785.0

48.3 %

—

— %

785.0

16.1 %

Income tax benefit

   applicable to pretax

   adjustments

(146.2)

(8.6) %

(21.9)

(1.3) %

(166.0)

(3.3) %

(78.0)

(1.6) %

Adjusted net income

146.4

8.6 %

151.1

9.3 %

403.7

8.1 %

467.6

9.6 %

Interest expense, net

39.9

2.4 %

44.2

2.7 %

122.2

2.6 %

129.8

2.7 %

Depreciation

29.8

1.7 %

28.4

1.8 %

88.8

1.7 %

81.4

1.7 %

Income tax provision

   applicable to

   Adjusted net income

40.8

2.4 %

44.2

2.7 %

115.9

2.3 %

138.5

2.7 %

Adjusted EBITDA

$ 256.9

15.1 %

$ 267.9

16.5 %

$ 730.6

14.7 %

$ 817.3

16.7 %

____________________

1.

Reflects charges incurred during the period related to restructuring initiatives to increase profitability and productivity. Costs included in this caption consist of employee severance, site-exit and contract termination costs, and non-cash impairment charges on long-lived assets associated with site exits.

2.

Represents incremental expenses directly associated with the Company’s former cost transformation initiative, which concluded in 2025. These expenses are primarily related to the cost of external advisors.

3.

Represents charges and legal costs, net of recoveries, incurred in connection with certain litigation and other contingencies that management evaluates separately from core operating performance.

4.

Represents net foreign currency (gain) loss from financing activities, other stock-based compensation expense (benefit) and certain other items that management evaluates separately from core operating performance. The 2025 periods also include a purchase price adjustment related to the 2024 sale of our Clinical Services business and $6.1 million of severance and transition costs associated with the replacement of our Chief Executive Officer.

5.

Represents pension termination charges related to termination of our U.S. Pension Plan.

6.

Represents the $785.0 million non-cash goodwill impairment charge recognized in the third quarter of 2025 related to the former Distribution reporting unit.

 

Avantor, Inc. and subsidiaries 

Reconciliations of non-GAAP measures (continued)

Adjusted Operating Income and Adjusted Operating Income Margin

(dollars in millions, %

   based on net sales)

Three months ended September 30,

Nine months ended September 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

$

%

$

%

$

%

$

%

Net income (loss)

$ 203.4

12.0 %

$  (711.8)

(43.8) %

$ 284.8

5.7 %

$  (582.6)

(11.9) %

Interest expense, net

39.9

2.4 %

44.2

2.7 %

122.2

2.6 %

129.8

2.7 %

Income tax (benefit)

   expense

(105.4)

(6.2) %

22.3

1.4 %

(50.1)

(1.0) %

60.5

1.1 %

Loss on extinguishment

   of debt

0.8

— %

0.2

— %

2.0

— %

0.2

— %

Other (expense)

   income, net

0.8

— %

(3.7)

(0.3) %

1.9

— %

19.5

0.5 %

Operating income

   (loss)

139.5

8.2 %

(648.8)

(40.0) %

360.8

7.3 %

(372.6)

(7.6) %

Amortization

75.5

4.4 %

76.1

4.7 %

227.1

4.6 %

225.5

4.6 %

Restructuring,

   severance, and

   related impairment

   charges1

8.1

0.5 %

2.2

0.1 %

47.2

0.9 %

28.0

0.6 %

Transformation

   expenses2

—

— %

13.7

0.8 %

—

— %

49.5

1.0 %

Reserve for certain legal

   matters, net3

1.3

0.1 %

1.6

0.1 %

4.7

0.1 %

5.2

0.1 %

Other4

3.2

0.2 %

7.5

0.6 %

3.5

— %

11.7

0.2 %

Impairment charges5

—

— %

785.0

48.3 %

—

— %

785.0

16.1 %

Adjusted Operating

   Income

$ 227.6

13.4 %

$ 237.3

14.6 %

$ 643.3

12.9 %

$ 732.3

15.0 %

____________________

1.

Reflects charges incurred during the period related to restructuring initiatives to increase profitability and productivity. Costs included in this caption consist of employee severance, site-exit and contract termination costs, and non-cash impairment charges on long-lived assets associated with site exits.

2.

Represents incremental expenses directly associated with the Company’s former cost transformation initiative, which concluded in 2025. These expenses are primarily related to the cost of external advisors.

3.

Represents charges and legal costs, net of recoveries, incurred in connection with certain litigation and other contingencies that management evaluates separately from core operating performance.

4.

Represents other stock-based compensation expense (benefit) and certain other items that management evaluates separately from core operating performance. The 2025 periods also include a purchase price adjustment related to the 2024 sale of our Clinical Services business and $6.1 million of severance and transition costs associated with the replacement of our Chief Executive Officer.

5.

Represents the $785.0 million non-cash goodwill impairment charge recognized in the third quarter of 2025 related to the former Distribution reporting unit.

 

Avantor, Inc. and subsidiaries

Reconciliations of non-GAAP measures (continued)

Adjusted earnings per share

(shares in millions)

Three months ended

September 30,

Nine months ended

September 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

Diluted earnings (loss) per share (GAAP)

$      0.30

$     (1.04)

$      0.42

$     (0.86)

Amortization

0.11

0.11

0.34

0.33

Loss on extinguishment of debt

—

—

—

—

Restructuring, severance, and related impairment

   charges

0.01

—

0.07

0.04

Transformation expenses

—

0.02

—

0.07

Reserve for certain legal matters, net

—

—

0.01

0.01

Other

0.01

0.01

—

0.04

Pension termination charges

—

—

—

0.02

Impairment charges

—

1.15

—

1.15

Income tax benefit applicable to pretax adjustments

(0.21)

(0.03)

(0.24)

(0.11)

Adjusted EPS (non-GAAP)

$      0.22

$      0.22

$      0.60

$      0.69

Weighted average diluted shares outstanding:

Share count for Adjusted EPS (non-GAAP)

680.9

681.7

677.7

681.4

Free cash flow

(in millions)

Three months ended

September 30,

Nine months ended

September 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

Net cash provided by operating activities

$    195.1

$    207.4

$    432.0

$    471.1

Capital expenditures

(38.9)

(35.7)

(110.0)

(93.3)

Divestiture-related transaction expenses and taxes

   paid

—

—

2.2

1.4

Free cash flow (non-GAAP)

$    156.2

$    171.7

$    324.2

$    379.2

   

GAAP net leverage

(dollars in millions)

September 30,

2026

Total debt, gross

$      3,699.7

Less cash and cash equivalents

(464.3)

$      3,235.4

Trailing twelve months net income

$         337.2

GAAP net leverage

              9.6 x

Adjusted net leverage

(dollars in millions)

September 30,

2026

Total debt, gross

$      3,699.7

Less cash and cash equivalents

(464.3)

$      3,235.4

Trailing twelve months Adjusted EBITDA

$         982.7

Trailing twelve months ongoing stock-based compensation expense

47.5

$      1,030.2

Adjusted net leverage (non-GAAP)

              3.1 x

 

Avantor, Inc. and subsidiaries 

Reconciliations of non-GAAP measures (continued)

Net sales by segment

(in millions)

September 30,

Reconciliation of net sales growth

(decline) to organic net sales growth

(decline)

Net sales

growth

(decline)

Foreign

currency

impact

Organic

net sales

growth

(decline)

2026

2025

$

$

$

$

$

Three months ended:

Bioscience & Medtech Products

$      464.5

$      448.8

$       15.7

$       (0.6)

$       16.3

VWR Distribution & Services

1,233.8

1,175.0

58.8

(9.0)

67.8

Total

$   1,698.3

$   1,623.8

$       74.5

$       (9.6)

$       84.1

Nine months ended:

Bioscience & Medtech Products

$   1,347.7

$   1,351.1

$       (3.4)

$       15.7

$      (19.1)

VWR Distribution & Services

3,624.3

3,537.5

86.8

54.7

32.1

Total

$   4,972.0

$   4,888.6

$       83.4

$       70.4

$       13.0

(dollars in millions, % based on net sales)

September 30,

Reconciliation of net sales growth

(decline) to organic net sales growth

(decline)

Net sales

growth

(decline)

Foreign

currency

impact

Organic

net sales

growth

(decline)

2026

2025

$

$

%

%

%

Three months ended:

Bioscience & Medtech Products

$     464.5

$     448.8

3.5 %

(0.1) %

3.6 %

VWR Distribution & Services

1,233.8

1,175.0

5.0 %

(0.8) %

5.8 %

Total

$   1,698.3

$   1,623.8

4.6 %

(0.6) %

5.2 %

Nine months ended:

Bioscience & Medtech Products

$   1,347.7

$   1,351.1

(0.3) %

1.1 %

(1.4) %

VWR Distribution & Services

3,624.3

3,537.5

2.5 %

1.6 %

0.9 %

Total

$   4,972.0

$   4,888.6

1.7 %

1.4 %

0.3 %

 

Adjusted Operating Income by segment

(dollars in millions, %

represent Adjusted

Operating Income margin)

Three months ended September 30,

Nine months ended September 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

$

%

$

%

$

%

$

%

Bioscience & Medtech

Products

$ 123.4

26.6 %

$ 119.3

26.6 %

$ 343.7

25.5 %

$ 365.2

27.0 %

VWR Distribution &

Services

119.4

9.7 %

132.0

11.2 %

351.2

9.7 %

421.5

11.9 %

Corporate

(15.2)

— %

(14.0)

— %

(51.6)

— %

(54.4)

— %

Total

$ 227.6

13.4 %

$ 237.3

14.6 %

$ 643.3

12.9 %

$ 732.3

15.0 %

 

 

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FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ —

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Homeowners should check for visible hail damage from a safe location and document any signs of roof or property damage.Reviewing homeowners’ insurance can help homeowners understand roof coverage, deductibles, and how claim payments work.Replacement cost coverage and actual cash value coverage can affect how much an insurance company pays for covered roof damage.

What should homeowners know before filing a hail damage insurance claim? A HelloNation article answers this question with insights from Steven Barber, Insurance Expert of Fort Worth, Texas. The feature explains how homeowners can identify storm damage, review their insurance policies, and prepare for the claims process.

How Should Homeowners Check for Hail Damage?

The article explains that hail damage is not always easy to see from the ground. Strong hail can crack shingles, loosen roofing materials, and leave dents in gutters. Some damage may also lead to leaks weeks or months after a storm.

Homeowners should begin by checking for visible damage from a safe location. Missing shingles, broken siding, and roofing materials on the lawn may point to storm damage. The article advises homeowners to avoid climbing onto their roofs and instead contact a qualified roofer for an inspection.

Steven Barber’s insights also highlight the value of keeping clear records. Homeowners should take photos of visible damage, note the date of the storm, and save records of any repairs. These details may help support a roof insurance claim.

If water enters the home, homeowners should take reasonable steps to prevent further damage. Keeping receipts for temporary repairs may also be helpful because some homeowners insurance policies cover eligible costs to limit additional damage.

What Should Homeowners Review Before Filing an Insurance Claim?

The HelloNation article explains why reviewing homeowners insurance is an important step before filing a claim. Policy terms can affect what types of roof damage are covered and how much a homeowner may need to pay.

Most standard homeowners insurance policies provide some protection against sudden hail damage. However, coverage depends on the policy, the cause of the damage, and the roof’s condition. Normal wear and poor upkeep are generally treated differently from damage caused by a recent storm.

An insurance deductible is another important factor. This is the amount a homeowner pays toward a covered loss before the insurance company pays its share.

For example, if covered roof repairs cost $8,000 and the deductible is $2,000, the insurer may pay $6,000, depending on the policy.

The article also explains that some policies have separate wind and hail deductibles. These may be set dollar amounts or percentages of the home’s insured value. A two percent deductible on a home insured for $300,000 would equal $6,000.

Understanding these amounts can help homeowners estimate their costs before filing hail damage insurance claims.

How Does Roof Coverage Affect Insurance Payments?

The article identifies replacement cost coverage and actual cash value coverage as two important terms homeowners should understand.

Replacement cost coverage generally pays based on the cost of repairing or replacing covered damage with similar materials. Actual cash value coverage takes the roof’s age and wear into account, which may lead to a smaller payment.

The article also explains that some replacement cost policies issue payments in stages. An insurance company may send an initial payment and release the remaining eligible amount after repairs are complete.

Homeowners may need to provide receipts or final repair documents before receiving the remaining funds. The exact process depends on the insurance policy.

Knowing how roof coverage works can help homeowners prepare for repair costs and understand what to expect during a claim.

What Happens After a Homeowner Files a Roof Insurance Claim?

According to the HelloNation article, homeowners who decide to file a claim should contact their insurance company and ask about the required documents and deadlines.

The insurance company may arrange an inspection to review the damage and determine what the policy covers.

Homeowners can also request a written repair estimate from a qualified roofer. Comparing that estimate with the insurer’s findings may help identify differences in the proposed work.

The article notes that not every hail mark means a roof needs to be replaced. Homeowners should ask questions when repair recommendations or damage findings are unclear.

Keeping copies of photos, estimates, receipts, and claim messages can also make the process easier to follow. If an insurer denies part of a claim, homeowners can ask which policy terms apply and whether another review is available.

The article also encourages homeowners to be careful when hiring contractors after a major storm. Checking licenses where required, insurance, references, and written contracts can help homeowners avoid problems during repairs. Homeowners who are unsure which roofing company to hire can also contact their local insurance agent for a list of reliable roofing companies.

What Homeowners Should Know About Hail Damage and Roof Insurance Claims features insights from Steven Barber, Insurance Expert of Fort Worth, Texas, in HelloNation.

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What Should Homeowners Do First After a Hailstorm?

Steven Barber’s insights in the HelloNation article explain that homeowners should check for visible damage from a safe location. Taking photos, recording the storm date, and arranging a professional roof inspection can help homeowners understand the damage before filing a claim.

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Hail Damage to a Roof?

The article explains that most standard homeowners insurance policies cover some sudden hail damage. However, roof coverage depends on the policy terms, the cause of the damage, and the roof’s condition. Normal wear and poor upkeep may not qualify for the same protection.

How Does an Insurance Deductible Affect a Hail Damage Claim?

According to the article featuring Steven Barber, an insurance deductible is the amount a homeowner pays toward a covered loss. Some policies have separate wind and hail deductibles that may be higher than the deductible for other claims.

What Is the Difference Between Replacement Cost Coverage and Actual Cash Value Coverage?

The HelloNation article explains that replacement cost coverage generally pays based on the cost of repairing or replacing covered damage with similar materials. Actual cash value coverage considers the roof’s age and wear, which may reduce the claim payment.

How Can Homeowners Find a Reliable Roofing Contractor After a Hailstorm?

Steven Barber’s featured insights encourage homeowners to check a roofing contractor’s license where required, insurance, references, and written contract before agreeing to repairs. Homeowners can also contact their local insurance agent for a list of reliable roofing companies if they need help deciding whom to hire.

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HelloNation is America’s Good News Network, a premier media platform built on the idea that good news travels faster when real people tell real stories. Through its community-focused publications and innovative “edvertising” approach, HelloNation delivers content that informs, inspires, and spotlights the leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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A+ Federal Credit Union Celebrates Award-Winning Banking With $250 New Member Offer

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Austin’s #1 Credit Union invites the community to experience nationally recognized digital banking and discover what it means to live an A+ life

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A+ Federal Credit Union (A+FCU) is celebrating a year of recognition by saying thank you to the community that made it possible and inviting more people to experience award-winning banking with a special opportunity to earn up to $250 when they become a new member.

For the fourth consecutive year, A+FCU was voted the #1 Credit Union in the 2026 Best of ATX Awards, an honor determined by votes from the local community.

The local recognition comes alongside national honors for A+FCU’s digital banking experience. Global Finance’s 2026 World’s Best Consumer Digital Banking Awards named A+FCU Best Consumer Digital Bank in the United States, while the A+ Mobile App was named Best Mobile Banking App in the United States and North America for the second consecutive year.

Together, the honors recognize both sides of the A+FCU experience: a credit union deeply connected to the communities it serves and one delivering innovative, convenient digital banking that helps members manage their money wherever life takes them.

“Being voted Austin’s Best Credit Union for four years in a row is especially meaningful because that recognition comes from the community we serve. Combined with national recognition for our digital banking experience, it’s a powerful reflection of our team’s commitment to helping members live their A+ lives,” said Eric R. Kase, President/CEO of A+ Federal Credit Union. “We’re grateful to our members for their continued trust, and we invite even more of those in Central Texas and across the state to experience the A+ difference.”

As a special thank you and invitation to the community, new members can currently earn up to $250 when they join A+FCU and open qualifying accounts. There are a variety of ways to qualify for an A+FCU membership. New members can earn $50 for opening a new membership with a free Cash-Back Checking Account, plus another $200 after qualifying payroll direct deposits totaling $800 or more. The promotion requires use of promo code 2026OFFER250 and is subject to additional terms and eligibility requirements.

And the benefits are designed to continue beyond the initial offer. The A+FCU Cash-Back Checking Account offers unlimited cash back on purchases made with an A+FCU debit card, with no monthly fees and cash back paid monthly.

Members also have access to A+FCU’s nationally recognized digital banking experience. The free A+ Mobile App includes biometric login and enhanced security features, real-time transaction alerts, card controls and budgeting tools, mobile check deposit, person-to-person money transfers, access to free monthly credit score updates, streamlined direct deposit setup, and live chat support.

“For more than 77 years, we’ve grown alongside the communities we serve,” Kase added. “As we look ahead, we’ll continue finding new ways to make banking easier, more convenient, and more rewarding while staying true to the personal service and community commitment that have always defined A+FCU.”

To learn more about A+FCU membership and limited-time $250 new member joining offer, visit aplusfcu.org/rewards.

About A+ Federal Credit Union
A+ Federal Credit Union was founded in 1949 by 50 Austin, Texas teachers. Over seventy-seven years later, A+FCU is an award-winning institution with more than 191,000 members throughout the community, $2.52 billion in assets, over 520 employees, and 22 branches. A+FCU supports members with a full range of financial products including home, auto, and business loans, checking and savings accounts, as well as digital banking solutions for banking on the go. Learn more at aplusfcu.org.

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From Fairways to Futures: Swings for STEM Raises $100,000

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Third Annual Event Brings Together Chemical Industry Leaders, Policymakers, Academic Partners and Students to Strengthen Tomorrow’s Workforce

WASHINGTON, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) and American Chemistry Council (ACC) joined forces Monday for the third annual Swings for STEM golf tournament, raising $100,000 to support the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. The event brought together stakeholders from industry, government and academia for a day of friendly competition and fundraising benefiting the Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) and Creating Exciting Futures in STEM (CEFinSTEM) , two organizations that seek to inspire, support, and expand access to STEM education.

“The future of our industry depends on the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators, and we have a responsibility to help them succeed,” said Eric R. Byer, President and CEO of ACD. “Swings for STEM is about more than raising money. It’s about opening doors, building relationships, and giving talented young people the opportunity to see what’s possible in the chemical distribution industry. We’re incredibly grateful to our sponsors, donors, and participants for helping us invest in the next generation of STEM leaders.”

“Chemistry is at the heart of American innovation, and maintaining that leadership starts with investing in the next generation,” added Chris Jahn, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council. “When we launched FOSSI, our goal was to create new pathways into STEM careers and strengthen the chemical industry’s talent pipeline. Today, more than 900 scholarships have been funded through that effort. Swings for STEM reflects that same vision, bringing industry and policy partners together to raise nearly $300,000 over the past three years.”

The event also featured a dedicated student program for FOSSI scholars, combining a golf clinic, leadership development workshop, and networking opportunities.

FOSSI Scholar Brandon Simmons was one of nearly 20 scholarship recipients who attended the event, sharing, “My experience at Swings for STEM was truly rewarding. I enjoyed learning new techniques and connecting with fellow FOSSI scholars from different schools. The event was a great opportunity to build relationships, share experiences, and grow alongside other scholars. I’m grateful to FOSSI for creating opportunities like this that foster both personal growth and a strong sense of community.”

To learn more about FOSSI visit www.FutureofSTEMScholars.org. Scholarship applications are open until January 8th, 2027. Eligible students can apply here.

To learn more about CEFinSTEM, visit www.cefinstem.org.

ACC and ACD extend their gratitude to the sponsors who made this event possible:

The American Cleaning InstituteThe American Coatings AssociationAmerican Fuel & Petrochemical ManufacturersThe American Cleaning InstituteAstro ChemicalsCGCNChevron Phillips Chemical LPDowEastman Chemical CompanyThe Fertilizer InstituteHighland Advocacy GroupHolland & KnightThe Household & Commercial Products Association Mehlman ConsultingOGRPLASTICS Industry AssociationRussell Reynolds AssociatesSociety of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA)SolsticeSquared CommunicationsTargeted VictoryThompson Hine LLPTunnlThe Vinyl InstituteWashington Examiner

Alliance for Chemical Distribution
The Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) partners with our more than 400 chemical distribution industry members to provide the education, connection, standards, and advocacy they need to responsibly move the essential products our world depends on. As leaders in the $27B+ chemical distribution industry, ACD member companies commit to the highest standardsin quality, safety, sustainability, and performance through ACD Responsible Distribution™. For more information, visit www.acd-chem.com.

American Chemistry Council
The American Chemistry Council’s mission is to advocate for the people, policy, and products of chemistry that make the United States the global leader in innovation and manufacturing. To achieve this, we: Champion science-based policy solutions across all levels of government; Drive continuous performance improvement to protect employees and communities through Responsible Care®; Foster the development of sustainability practices throughout ACC member companies; and communicate authentically with communities about challenges and solutions for a safer, healthier and more sustainable way of life. Our vision is a world made better by chemistry, where people live happier, healthier, and more prosperous lives, safely and sustainably—for generations to come.

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