Bausch + Lomb Corp's recent earnings report shows steady growth but also a modest net loss, raising questions about its future performance.
Recent earnings trend
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Bausch + Lomb Corp
BLCO.TO
BLCO.TO
Bausch + Lomb Corp
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$8.54B
52W high
$25.70
52W low
$19.36
1W change
+2.13%
Beta
0.55
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering BLCO
Wall Street analysts forecast BLCO stock price to rise 3.8% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
NeutralBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$24.91
+3.8% Upside
Current Price
C$23.99
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on BLCO's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
26.4%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
27.8%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+45.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$28.18
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$25.31 | C$23.11 – C$27.72 |
| 60 trading days | C$26.71 | C$23.48 – C$30.37 |
| 90 trading days | C$28.18 | C$24.07 – C$32.99 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Analyst coverage: 11 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 2 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-07-29 | 0.1600 | 0.1600 | +0.0% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-04-29 | 0.0800 | 0.0600 | +33.3% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-02-18 | 0.3200 | 0.3600 | -11.1% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-10-29 | 0.1800 | 0.1600 | +12.5% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-07-30 | 0.0700 | 0.0900 | -22.2% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-04-30 | -0.0700 | 0.0200 | -450.0% |
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Bausch + Lomb Corp (BLCO.TO) released its second-quarter earnings on July 29, 2026, reporting an EPS of $0.16, which aligns with analysts' expectations. Despite the net loss, the company achieved solid revenue growth, leading analysts to rethink its valuation.
Investor takeaway: Investors should view Bausch + Lomb's consistent revenue growth and improved financial guidance as positive signs, while also being cautious about the company's ongoing challenges in regaining market share and customer trust.
Q2 Revenue Hits $1.39 Billion, Up 9% Year-Over-Year
Bausch + Lomb's revenue growth reflects a recovery in demand across its product segments, even though the company reported a net loss of $14 million for the quarter.
Bull case
The company has demonstrated impressive revenue growth year-over-year, along with a significant increase in its full-year revenue guidance. This suggests a positive trend that could attract growth-focused investors.
Bear case
Even though the earnings matched expectations, the company continues to report net losses and faces challenges from competitive pressures in its markets. Investors should be cautious of potential volatility as Bausch + Lomb works to rebuild customer confidence.
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