Cencora Raises 2026 EPS Outlook as Specialty Businesses Strengthen

Cencora (COR) raised its fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $17.75-$17.95 following stronger-than-expected third-quarter results. The company's U.S. segment profit grew 15.9% driven by specialty sales and GLP-1 demand, while international operating income rose 20.8%. However, headwinds from lower-margin GLP-1 products, manufacturer price reductions, and higher financing costs tempered upside. The stock maintains a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating.