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Perrigo Company plc reports recurring developments as a pure-play consumer health company focused on over-the-counter self-care products, store-brand private label offerings, and branded health and wellness products primarily in North America and Europe. Company updates cover operating results from continuing operations, category performance, dividends, investor presentations, and portfolio actions under its Three-S plan to stabilize, streamline, and strengthen the business.
News also addresses Perrigo's product-category reporting and brand momentum across Self Care and Specialty Care, including names such as Opill®, Mederma®, Compeed®, EllaOne®, and Jungle Formula®. Recent corporate developments include the completed divestiture of the Dermacosmetics business and the use of portfolio proceeds for balance-sheet debt reduction.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) announced that the FDA has postponed the joint advisory meeting originally set for November 18, 2022, concerning the review of Opill®, a daily oral contraceptive for OTC use. The FDA needs additional information, extending the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date by 90 days. Opill® aims to be the first OTC daily birth control pill accessible without a prescription in the U.S. Perrigo continues to collaborate with the FDA for a thorough review.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) will release its third quarter 2022 financial results on November 8, 2022, at 8:30 A.M. (EST). A conference call will follow, available via webcast on the investor relations section of the Perrigo website or by phone. The replay of the call will be accessible from November 8 at 12:00 P.M. until November 15. Perrigo is a leading provider of Consumer Self-Care Products that empower consumers to manage their health independently.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) announced that the FDA will hold a joint meeting on November 18, 2022, to review its application for Opill®, a daily oral contraceptive, for over-the-counter (OTC) use. This could mark Opill® as the first daily birth control pill available OTC in the U.S. The application was filed by Perrigo's affiliate, HRA Pharma. However, the outcome of the FDA's review remains uncertain, and there are risks associated with regulatory approval.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) addressed recent misleading commentary regarding the ranitidine (Zantac) litigation. On August 4, 2022, Perrigo was dismissed from the Bayer v. Boehringer Ingelheim case, which barred re-filing claims against them. The company clarified that litigation claims against it were misrepresented. Perrigo maintains strong defenses against these claims, supported by scientific evidence negating a cancer link. The company has successfully dismissed numerous related cases and remains committed to defending against all unfounded claims.
Perrigo reported second-quarter 2022 net sales of $1.1 billion, a 14.3% increase year-over-year, or 20.2% excluding currency impacts. Organic net sales rose 17.2%, driven by strong demand for consumer self-care products. Gross margins reported at 33.2%, with adjusted gross margins at 36.5%. Despite a reported net loss of ($0.48) per diluted share, adjusted EPS was $0.43. Perrigo raised its fiscal 2022 organic growth guidance to 9.0%-10.0% but updated adjusted EPS outlook to $2.25-$2.35 due to currency translation challenges.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.26 per share, scheduled for payment on September 20, 2022. Shareholders on record as of September 2, 2022 will be eligible. This announcement reflects the company's commitment to providing shareholder returns amidst a challenging market environment.
Perrigo offers a range of Consumer Self-Care Products and aims to empower consumers in managing their wellness proactively.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) is set to release its second quarter 2022 financial results on August 9, 2022, with a conference call scheduled for 8:30 A.M. EDT. The call will be accessible via webcast on the investor relations section of the Perrigo website. A replay will be available shortly after the call until August 16, 2022.
Perrigo is a leading provider of Consumer Self-Care Products and OTC health solutions, focusing on enhancing individual well-being.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) announced that HRA Pharma has submitted an application to the FDA for the first-ever over-the-counter birth control pill, Opill®. This progestin-only pill aims to increase contraceptive access in the U.S., potentially reducing the high rate of unintended pregnancies, which number over 6.1 million annually. Major medical organizations support this initiative, underscoring its significance in reproductive health. If approved, Opill® would be the first OTC daily birth control pill available without a prescription in the U.S.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) has appointed Ms. Alison Ives as Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer. Ms. Ives will oversee global research and development and regulatory efforts, joining the Company’s Operating Committee. CEO Murray S. Kessler emphasized her 20 years of experience, highlighting her role in enhancing Perrigo's product portfolio, which now has over $500 million in potential revenue. Ms. Ives expressed confidence in delivering innovation with her team at Perrigo, reinforcing the company's commitment to consumer self-care.
Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) announced that President and CEO Murray S. Kessler and CFO Eduardo Bezerra will engage in investor meetings at the Credit Suisse HALO Investment Summit in New York City on May 25, 2022, with no formal presentation planned.
Kessler is also set to virtually present at the Oppenheimer Consumer Growth and E-Commerce Conference on June 15, 2022, at 9:45 AM EDT. Interested parties can access webcasts via the Perrigo website. Perrigo is a leading provider of consumer self-care products, ranking as the largest store brand OTC player in the U.S.