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Mar 31, 2023

McKesson Q4 2023 Earnings Report

McKesson's Q4 2023 earnings increased, driven by growth in the U.S. Pharmaceutical and Prescription Technology Solutions segments, with revenue up 4% and adjusted EPS up 23%.

Key Takeaways

McKesson Corporation reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year results for fiscal year 2023. Fourth-quarter revenues increased by 4% to $68.9 billion, and adjusted earnings per diluted share increased by 23% to $7.19. The company also raised its long-term adjusted segment operating profit growth targets, reflecting confidence in its strategic growth prospects.

Total revenues increased 4% to $68.9 billion.

Earnings per diluted share from continuing operations increased to $5.71.

Adjusted Earnings per Diluted Share increased 23% to $7.19.

The company raised long-term Adjusted Segment Operating Profit growth targets.

Total Revenue
$68.9B
Previous year: $66.1B
+4.2%
EPS
$7.19
Previous year: $5.83
+23.3%
Gross Profit
$3.07B
Previous year: $3.32B
-7.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$4.68B
Previous year: $3.53B
+32.4%
Free Cash Flow
$4.6B
Previous year: $3.9B
+18.0%
Total Assets
$62.3B
Previous year: $63.3B
-1.5%

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Forward Guidance

McKesson anticipates Fiscal 2024 Adjusted Earnings per Diluted Share of $26.10 to $26.90, which reflects expected growth at or above updated long-term segment targets, execution against strategic growth opportunities, and a disciplined approach to capital allocation, delivering sustainable long-term earnings growth.

Positive Outlook

  • Focus on people and culture to achieve the company's mission of improving care in every setting - one product, one partner, one patient at a time.
  • Accelerate the expansion of McKesson's differentiated oncology and biopharma services platforms.
  • Drive sustainable core growth through the strong value proposition of McKesson's scaled and durable distribution business.
  • Evolve and grow the portfolio through the continued exit of Europe, as we explore strategic alternatives to exit its remaining operations in Norway.
  • McKesson is well positioned for strong growth in the years ahead and is raising long-term Adjusted Segment Operating Profit growth targets

Challenges Ahead

  • COVID-19 related contracts with the U.S. government are scheduled to end in July 2023.
  • The contribution from Europe continues to run off as guided.
  • McKesson does not provide forward-looking guidance on a GAAP basis.
  • McKesson cannot reliably forecast LIFO inventory-related adjustments.
  • McKesson cannot reliably forecast certain litigation loss and gain contingencies.

Revenue & Expenses

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