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Mar 27, 2021

Charles River Labs Q1 2021 Earnings Report

Revenue increased by 16.6% and GAAP earnings per share increased by 17.6%.

Key Takeaways

Charles River Laboratories reported a strong first quarter in 2021, with revenue reaching $824.6 million, a 16.6% increase compared to the first quarter of 2020. GAAP earnings per share were $1.20, a 17.6% increase year-over-year, and non-GAAP earnings per share were $2.53, a 37.5% increase year-over-year. The company also updated its 2021 guidance, reflecting confidence in continued client demand.

First-quarter revenue reached $824.6 million, a 16.6% increase from the previous year.

GAAP earnings per share were $1.20, up 17.6% from Q1 2020.

Non-GAAP earnings per share were $2.53, a 37.5% increase from the same period last year.

The company updated its 2021 guidance due to strong first-quarter performance and anticipated continued client demand.

Total Revenue
$825M
Previous year: $707M
+16.6%
EPS
$2.53
Previous year: $1.84
+37.5%
Gross Profit
$308M
Previous year: $252M
+22.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$465M
Previous year: $372M
+25.0%
Total Assets
$5.81B
Previous year: $5.2B
+11.7%

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Forward Guidance

Charles River Laboratories updated its 2021 financial guidance, increasing revenue growth and non-GAAP EPS expectations due to a strong first quarter and continued robust client demand.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue growth, reported: 19% – 21%
  • Revenue growth, organic: 12% – 14%
  • GAAP EPS estimate: $5.95 – $6.20
  • Non-GAAP EPS estimate: $9.75 – $10.00
  • Free cash flow: ~$435 million

Challenges Ahead

  • Contribution from acquisitions: (4.5%) – (5.0%)
  • Unfavorable impact of foreign exchange: ~(2.5%)
  • Acquisition-related amortization: $2.15 – $2.40
  • Acquisition-related adjustments: $0.75 – $0.80
  • Other items: ~$0.55

Revenue & Expenses

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