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Bio-Rad Reports First-Quarter 2026 Financial Results

April 30, 2026 4:15 PM EDT

HERCULES, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: BIO and BIO.B), a global leader in life science research and clinical diagnostics products, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

Norman Schwartz, Bio-Rads Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated: "Our first-quarter results reflected our resolve in navigating a dynamic environment. Despite external headwinds including challenging academic end markets and conflict escalation in the Middle East, reported sales grew 1.1% year-over-year. Against this backdrop, we generated strong operating cash flow, $78 million in free cash flow, and repurchased approximately 176 thousand shares, highlighting the quality and long-term... More