Henry Schein (NASDAQ: HSIC) reported Q1 EPS of $0.80, $0.04 better than the analyst estimate of $0.76. Revenue for the quarter came in at $2.36 billion versus the consensus estimate of $2.39 billion.

• Q1 GAAP net income per diluted share from continuing operations of $0.78 versus prior-year GAAP net income per diluted share from continuing operations of $0.72
• Q1 non-GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations of $0.80 versus prior-year non-GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations of $0.74
• Raises top end of guidance range for 2019 non-GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations

“We are pleased with our performance to date as we execute on our 2018 to 2020 strategic plan. We have completed the first quarter of what we have characterized as a transition year as we continue to separate operations of our former Animal Health business. Throughout this transition, we believe we gained market share in both of our global Dental and Medical businesses, and are confident that Henry Schein is well-positioned for operational success over the long-term,” said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein.

“We will continue to focus on supporting our customers around the world with the broadest array of products and services, along with innovative technology that expands our value-added solutions offering while pursuing new investment opportunities,” Mr. Bergman continued.

Dental sales of $1.5 billion decreased 0.1%, consisting of 3.8% growth in local currencies and a 3.9% decline related to foreign currency exchange. In local currencies, internally generated sales increased 3.2% and acquisition growth was 0.6%. The 3.2% internal growth in local currencies included 2.7% growth in North America and 4.0% growth internationally.

“First quarter dental consumables internal sales growth in North America was 2.5%, reflecting modest market-share gains in a stable end market. Dental equipment internal sales growth of 3.3% in local currencies improved sequentially, driven by double-digit growth in CAD/CAM equipment sales,” commented Mr. Bergman. “Internationally, dental consumables internal sales in local currencies had robust growth of 5.5%. Dental equipment internal sales in local currencies declined by 1.2%, due largely to the timing of the International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne, Germany, in March, which customarily results in lower international equipment sales in the first quarter that typically accelerate in the second quarter.”

Medical sales of $683.7 million increased 6.8%, consisting of 7.0% growth in local currencies and a 0.2% decline related to foreign currency exchange. In local currencies, internally generated sales increased 5.1% and acquisition growth was 1.9%.

“We were pleased with Medical internal sales growth of 5.1% in local currencies during the first quarter, despite a fairly light influenza season that adversely impacted patient office visits,” remarked Mr. Bergman. “We are well-positioned in our partnerships with large group practices, independent physician offices, and alternate sites of care, which are driving our continued market-share gains.”

Technology and Value-Added Services sales from continuing operations of $115.5 million increased 35.1%, consisting of 36.8% growth in local currencies and a 1.7% decline related to foreign currency exchange. In local currencies, internally generated sales increased 2.1% and acquisition growth was 34.7%.

“Technology and Value-Added Services growth in the first quarter was primarily driven by the formation of Henry Schein One. North America internal sales growth in local currencies was 0.9%. Internal sales increased by 7.0% in local currencies in our international business. With a single connected platform in Henry Schein One, we are helping our customers leverage technology solutions to automate tasks, share data, and better communicate with their patients. We expect these solutions will drive long-term growth in our technology, as well as our distribution businesses,” said Mr. Bergman.

GUIDANCE:

Henry Schein sees FY2019 EPS of $3.38-$3.50, versus the consensus of $3.43.

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