Bausch Health (BHC) 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference summary
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44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference summary
15 Jan, 2026Strategic priorities and business overview
Focus on profitable growth, capital structure improvement, and investment in people, products, and processes.
Operates as a ~$5B global pharmaceutical and devices company in ~50 countries, with 12 manufacturing sites, 600+ products, and over 7,000 employees.
Four business segments: Salix (GI/hepatology), International (branded generics), Solta Medical (aesthetics), and Diversified (neuroscience, dermatology, dentistry).
Built a diversified portfolio over 65 years through acquisitions and organic growth, including recent additions like Larsucosterol and the announced spin-off of Bausch + Lomb.
Management team has deep expertise in pharmaceuticals and medical devices, supporting continued growth and innovation.
Financial performance and guidance
Reported 2024 revenue of $4.83B, adjusted EBITDA of $2.55B, and adjusted cash flow from operations of $1.31B (all non-GAAP, ex-Bausch + Lomb).
Each business segment delivers meaningful value: Salix ($2.33B revenue, $1.60B profit), International ($1.11B, $376M), Diversified ($950M, $626M), Solta ($440M, $213M).
Demonstrated consistent, profitable growth with YoY revenue and adjusted EBITDA increases across 2024 and into 2025.
2025 guidance reiterates ~4% revenue growth and ~7% adjusted EBITDA growth, with revenue expected between $5.0B–$5.1B and adjusted EBITDA of $2.7B–$2.75B.
Non-GAAP measures are used for internal evaluation and investor communication, with detailed reconciliations provided.
Segment performance and growth drivers
Salix leads in GI/hepatology, with 12% revenue growth in Q3 2025 and strong Xifaxan script growth; Xifaxan is the only FDA-approved medicine to reduce OHE recurrence risk.
Solta Medical is a global leader in medical aesthetics, especially in APAC, with revenue growing from $99M in 2014 to $519M in 2024 and Thermage® surpassing 5 million treatments.
International segment holds top market positions in Central Europe, Mexico, Canada, and across EMEA, LATAM, and Canada, with new launches in cardiometabolic and probiotic franchises.
Neuroscience is the second largest U.S. contributor, reaching 12,000 psychiatrists/PCPs and representing 80% of the neuroscience business, with 10 consecutive quarters of profitable growth.
All segments maintain attractive profit margins and operate in large, growing markets.
Latest events from Bausch Health
- 11th straight quarter of revenue and EBITDA growth, with strong segment results and lower net debt.BHC
Q4 202520 Feb 2026 - Q2 2024 revenue up 11% to $2.40B, adjusted EBITDA up 10%, and debt reduced by $360M.BHC
Q2 20242 Feb 2026 - Q3 revenue up 12%, Adjusted EBITDA up 10%, guidance raised, and all segments grew.BHC
Q3 202417 Jan 2026 - Full-year revenue and adjusted EBITDA rose 10%, with all segments contributing to growth.BHC
Q4 202429 Dec 2025 - Q1 2025 revenue up 5% to $2.26B; $7.9B refinancing extends debt maturities and boosts flexibility.BHC
Q1 202522 Dec 2025 - Growth in GI, Solta, and international markets, with XIFAXAN exclusivity and trial data as key focus.BHC
Evercore ISI 8th Annual HealthCONx Conference3 Dec 2025 - Board recommends approval of all annual meeting proposals, with strong governance and ESG focus.BHC
Proxy Filing2 Dec 2025 - Shareholders will vote on ratifying a Rights Plan to ensure fair treatment in take-over bids.BHC
Proxy Filing2 Dec 2025 - Shareholders will vote to ratify a Rights Plan ensuring fair treatment in take-over bids.BHC
Proxy Filing2 Dec 2025