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Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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Waters Corporation reported a diluted loss per share of $1.39 for the second quarter of 2026.

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Second Quarter 2026 Highlights MILFORD, Mass., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT ),today announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. Overall Financial Results The Company's reported revenue for the second quarter of 2026 was $1.645 billion, reflecting $828 million of organic revenue and $817 million of revenue from the recently acquired Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions businesses. Organic revenue for the second quarter of 2026 was $828 million, compared to $771 million for the second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 7% as reported and 9% in constant currency. Revenue from Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions was $817 million for the second quarter of 2026, compared to $783 million on a prior year comparable basis. On a GAAP basis, the Company reported a diluted loss per share of $1.39 for the second quarter of 2026, compared to diluted EPS of $2.47 for the second quarter of 2025, reflecting acquisition-related purchase accounting charges, including amortization of acquired intangibles and inventory step-up. Adjusted EPS for the second quarter of 2026 grew 3% to $3.05, compared to $2.95 for the second quarter of 2025. "Thanks to the hard work of our teams, we delivered industry-leading growth again this quarter, executing ahead of guidance across all four divisions," said Udit Batra, Ph.D., President & Chief...

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