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Harvard Bioscience Announces Preliminary Fourth Quarter Financial Results, Positive Outlook for 2026 & Outlines Long-Term Strategic Focus Areas

Key Takeaway: Harvard Bioscience announced preliminary financial results for Q4 2025, showcasing a positive outlook for 2026. The company aims to transition from a traditional tools provider to a leader in Translational Science, focusing on sustainable growth through strategic pillars. CEO John Duke expressed confidence in revenue and EBITDA growth, with detailed results to be released on March 12, 2026.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Harvard Bioscience reported strong preliminary Q4 financial results.
  • The company outlined a strategic plan to drive sustainable growth.
  • CEO expressed confidence in achieving revenue and EBITDA growth in 2026.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • Forward-looking statements carry inherent risks and uncertainties.
  • Actual results may differ from expectations due to various factors.

Full Press Release Details

HOLLISTON, Mass., Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Harvard Bioscience, Inc. (Nasdaq: HBIO) (the “Company” or “Harvard Bioscience”), a global leader in life science research tools, today announced preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. In conjunction with these results, the Company outlined a cohesive long-term strategy designed to leverage its market-leading portfolio to drive sustainable growth and increase shareholder value.

Preliminary Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial HighlightsBased on preliminary unaudited information, the Company expects to report:

A Strategy for Growth: Bridging the Gap to Human HealthAs the life sciences industry accelerates toward New Approach Methodologies (NAMs), Harvard Bioscience is evolving from a traditional tools provider into a leading enabler of Translational Science – uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between laboratory research and human clinical success. Building on its gold-standard preclinical foundation, the Company plans to align its portfolio, innovation pipeline, and operating model around four strategic pillars:
Management Commentary"We’re pleased with our fourth quarter performance and excited to share an overview of our go-forward strategy," said John Duke, Chief Executive Officer. “With a stronger foundation provided by our refinancing and strategic consolidation, we’re scaling our business model by focusing our priorities on the evolving needs of the life sciences industry. We are excited for what’s ahead and are confident we will drive year over year revenue growth and mid-to high-single digit adjusted EBITDA growth in 2026.”
CEO Letter to ShareholdersThe Company has published a Letter to Shareholders from Chief Executive Officer, John Duke, which provides additional context on the long-term strategy. The letter can be accessed on the Investor Relations website athttps://investor.harvardbioscience.com/.
Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Conference CallThe Company will release full fourth quarter and fiscal year 2025 results on March 12, 2026, and host a conference call to discuss those results at 8:00 am ET. During the call, management will provide a comprehensive overview and additional details on the strategy pillars that were outlined today as well as updated financial targets.
About Harvard BioscienceHarvard Bioscience, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and seller of technologies, products and services that enable fundamental advances in life science applications, including research, drug and therapy discovery, bio-production and preclinical testing for pharmaceutical and therapy development. Our customers range from renowned academic institutions and government laboratories to the world’s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and contract research organizations. With operations in the United States, Europe, and China, we sell through a combination of direct and distribution channels to customers around the world. For more information, please visit our website atwww.harvardbioscience.com.
Forward-Looking StatementsThis document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “believe” and similar expressions or statements that do not relate to historical matters. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning the sustainability of the Company’s capital structure, its lower near-term refinancing risk and path toward long-term deleveraging, expected future financial and operational performance, the strength of the Company’s market position, business model and anticipated macroeconomic conditions, and matters relating to our ability to continue as a going concern, fund our operations, or comply with the terms of our credit agreement. Forward-looking statements do not guarantee future performance and involve known and unknown uncertainties, risks, assumptions, and contingencies, many of which are outside the Company’s control. Risks and other factors that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those described in its forward-looking statements include those described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K and the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), as well as in the Company’s other filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s expectations and assumptions as of the date of this document. Except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect any change in expectations, even as new information becomes available.

Harvard Bioscience Investor Inquiries:Mark FrostInterim Chief Financial Officer(508) 893-3120investors@harvardbioscience.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What were Harvard Bioscience's preliminary Q4 results?

Harvard Bioscience reported strong preliminary financial results for Q4 2025.

What is the company's outlook for 2026?

The company has a positive outlook for 2026, expecting revenue and EBITDA growth.

What is Harvard Bioscience's new strategic focus?

The company aims to transition into a leader in Translational Science.

When will the full Q4 results be released?

Full Q4 and fiscal year 2025 results will be released on March 12, 2026.

Last updated: Feb 10, 2026