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Avantor Raises 2026 Outlook After Stronger-Than-Expected Second Quarter

Avantor Raises 2026 Outlook After Stronger-Than-Expected Second Quarter

Avantor, Inc. outperformed analyst expectations for the second quarter of 2026, reporting net sales of $1.69 billion. Driven by a faster-than-anticipated recovery in its distribution segment and robust cash flow, the company has officially raised its organic revenue growth and adjusted earnings per share guidance for the full fiscal year.

The Radnor-based firm saw its VWR Distribution and Services segment return to positive organic growth during the quarter, helping offset a 5.6% organic decline in its Bioscience and Medtech Products division. Total net sales rose 0.5% compared to the same period in 2025, though organic sales saw a slight dip of 0.4% when accounting for foreign currency fluctuations.

Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel Ligner credited the company's internal "Revival" program for the improved operational performance. The business generated $142.8 million in free cash flow, a portion of which was utilized to repay $112.1 million in debt. Following these results, Avantor adjusted its 2026 organic revenue growth forecast to a range of -0.5% to +0.5%, up from its previous projection of -2.5% to -0.5%. Adjusted earnings per share guidance was also nudged upward to between $0.80 and $0.83.

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