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Cardinal Health Enters into Binding Letter of Intent to Extend Pharmaceutical Distribution Agreements with CVS Health

Key Takeaway: Cardinal Health has signed a binding Letter of Intent to extend its distribution agreement with CVS Health until June 30, 2032. This extension demonstrates the strength of their partnership and Cardinal Health's commitment to providing quality distribution services. The company also reaffirmed its EPS growth guidance for fiscal year 2027, indicating a positive outlook.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Cardinal Health extends its partnership with CVS Health.
  • The agreement reflects confidence in Cardinal Health's distribution capabilities.
  • The company reaffirms strong EPS growth guidance for fiscal year 2027.

Full Press Release Details

DUBLIN, Ohio, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardinal Health (NYSE: CAH) announced today that it has entered into a binding Letter of Intent to extend its existing distribution agreement with CVS Health through June 30, 2032, reflecting the continuation of Cardinal Health's current scope of distribution services.
"We value our long-standing partnership with CVS Health and look forward to continuing to bring our best-in-class capabilities together to serve their customers," stated Jason Hollar, CEO of Cardinal Health.
In connection with the renewal, Cardinal Health has reaffirmed its fiscal year 2027 non-GAAP EPS guidance of 13% to 15% growth 1 ($12.40 to $12.60) and its long-term non-GAAP EPS growth rate guidance of 12% to 14%. Further updates may be provided during the company's upcoming first quarter earnings call on November 5, 2026.
About Cardinal Health Cardinal Health is a distributor of pharmaceuticals and specialty products; a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products; a supplier of home-health and direct-to-patient products and services; an operator of nuclear pharmacies and manufacturing facilities; and a provider of performance and data solutions. Our company's customer-centric focus drives continuous improvement and leads to innovative solutions that improve people's lives every day. Learn more about Cardinal Health at cardinalhealth.com and in our Newsroom.

Contacts Media: Erich Timmerman, [email protected] and 614.757.8231 Investors: David Frost, [email protected] and 614.757.7852

1 Growth rates for fiscal year 2027 guidance based upon adjusted fiscal year 2026 results which exclude the fiscal year 2026 benefit from IEEPA tariff refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the new agreement with CVS Health?

The new distribution agreement with CVS Health extends through June 30, 2032.

What growth guidance has Cardinal Health reaffirmed?

Cardinal Health reaffirmed its fiscal year 2027 non-GAAP EPS growth guidance of 13% to 15%.

Who is the CEO of Cardinal Health?

The CEO of Cardinal Health is Jason Hollar.

When will Cardinal Health provide further updates?

Further updates may be provided during the first quarter earnings call on November 5, 2026.

Last updated: Oct 1, 2026