Quarterly ResultApr 28, 2026, 09:07 AM
CHE Q1 Revenue +1.6% to $657.5M; Net Income -7.6% to $66.3M
AI Summary
CHEMED CORP reported Q1 2026 service revenues and sales of $657.5 million, a 1.6% increase year-over-year, while net income decreased by 7.6% to $66.3 million. Diluted EPS was $4.84, down from $4.86 in Q1 2025. The company increased its cash dividend per share to $0.60 and significantly increased share repurchases to $190.0 million. Additionally, CHEMED replaced its credit facility with a new $450.0 million revolving credit facility in April 2026.
Key Highlights
- Service revenues and sales rose 1.6% to $657.5 million in Q1 2026.
- Net income fell 7.6% to $66.3 million for Q1 2026.
- Diluted EPS was $4.84, down from $4.86 in Q1 2025.
- Cash Dividends Per Share increased 20% to $0.60.
- VITAS segment revenue grew 3.1% to $420.0 million.
- Roto-Rooter segment revenue declined 0.85% to $237.5 million.
- Net cash provided by operating activities increased to $88.2 million from $32.7 million.
- Repurchased $190.0 million of treasury stock; new $450.0 million credit facility secured.