Baxter International Inc. reported fourth-quarter 2025 sales from continuing operations of $2.97 billion, an 8% increase on a reported basis. However, the company's results did not meet expectations, with a U.S. GAAP diluted EPS loss of ($2.01) and an adjusted diluted EPS of $0.44, a 24% decrease from the prior year. This was primarily due to unfavorable product mix, non-recurring items, and a higher effective tax rate. The company is implementing a new operating model to simplify its organization and improve performance.
Fourth-quarter sales from continuing operations reached $2.97 billion, marking an 8% increase on a reported basis and 3% operationally.
The company reported a U.S. GAAP diluted EPS loss of ($2.01) and an adjusted diluted EPS of $0.44, which was a 24% decrease from the prior year.
Net income (loss) from continuing operations totaled ($1,035) million, impacted by a goodwill impairment charge of $485 million and a valuation allowance on deferred tax assets of $330 million.
Baxter is advancing a new operating model to simplify its organization, accelerate innovation, and improve performance, alongside ongoing board refreshment.
For the full year 2026, Baxter projects reported sales growth from continuing operations to be flat to 1%, with organic sales growth from continuing operations expected to be approximately flat. Adjusted earnings from continuing operations per diluted share are forecasted to be between $1.85 and $2.05.
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