BrightSpring (NASDAQ: BTSG) hikes 2026 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
BrightSpring Health Services reported sharply improved first quarter 2026 results and raised its full year outlook. Total revenue reached $3.61 billion for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared with $2.88 billion a year earlier, with growth in both products and services.
Net income rose to $148.6 million from $29.0 million, including higher income from continuing and discontinued operations. Adjusted EBITDA increased to $189.8 million, up from $131.1 million, while diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.34 and Adjusted EPS was $0.39. Operating cash flow strengthened to $122.9 million, and cash and cash equivalents climbed to $888.8 million.
For full year 2026, the company now guides to revenue of $14.7–$15.2 billion and total Adjusted EBITDA of $795–$825 million, both higher than prior 2025 results on a comparable basis. Management expects the Amedysis and LHC acquisition to contribute about $30 million of Adjusted EBITDA in 2026.
Positive
- Stronger profitability and cash flow: Q1 2026 net income rose to $148.6 million from $29.0 million, Adjusted EBITDA reached $189.8 million versus $131.1 million, and operating cash flow increased to $122.9 million, with cash and cash equivalents at $888.8 million.
- Raised 2026 outlook with acquisition contribution: 2026 revenue guidance is now $14.725–$15.225 billion and Adjusted EBITDA $795–$825 million, including an expected ~$30 million Adjusted EBITDA contribution from the Amedysis and LHC acquisition.
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- None.
Insights
BrightSpring posts strong Q1 growth and raises 2026 revenue and EBITDA guidance.
BrightSpring Health Services delivered a sizable step-up in profitability. Q1 2026 revenue was $3.61 billion, with operating income of $121.4 million versus $50.7 million a year earlier. Net income from continuing operations increased to $74.3 million, supporting diluted EPS of $0.34.
Non-GAAP metrics also strengthened. Adjusted EBITDA reached $189.8 million, up from $131.1 million. Adjusted EPS was $0.39 compared with $0.19. Cash generation improved, with operating cash flow of $122.9 million and period-end cash of $888.8 million, aided by proceeds from discontinued operations.
Full year 2026 guidance now calls for revenue of $14.725–$15.225 billion and Adjusted EBITDA of $795–$825 million. The company also expects about $30 million of Adjusted EBITDA from the Amedysis and LHC acquisition in 2026. Subsequent filings may provide more color on segment performance against these targets.
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Earnings Snapshot
2026 revenue guidance of $14.725–$15.225 billion and Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $795–$825 million, excluding the Community Living business.