Jefferies upgrades Steris stock rating on valuation, easing headwinds

STERIS plc (STE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Other Events. Item 8.01 Other Events. On November 9, 2026, STERIS Irish FinCo Unlimited Company, a public unlimited company incorporated under the laws of Ireland (the “Issuer”) and a wholly-owned subsidiary of STERIS plc, a public limited company incorporated under the laws of Ireland (the “C

STERIS (STE) reported Q2 adjusted EBIT margin up 150 bps to 24.6%, with EPS growth of 13% excluding refunds. Life Sciences revenue rose 18%, leading to an increased full-year growth forecast of 9-10%. AST segment revenue grew 5%, but its forecast was lowered to 6-7%. The company announced a $45M restructuring plan and expects its Xodus Medical acquisition to boost revenue and margins.

STERIS PLC reported Q2 2027 revenue up 9%, but EBIT margins declined in both Healthcare and AST segments due to inflation and other factors. AST revenue growth guidance was lowered. Free cash flow decreased. A $45M restructuring plan was announced. CEO Dan Carestio discussed growth opportunities, including the Xodus Medical acquisition, and addressed margin pressures and market dynamics.

STERIS (STE) reported Q2 2027 earnings with adjusted EBIT margin at 24.6%, up 150 bps YoY. Adjusted EPS grew 19% to $2.94. Revenue grew 7-8%, with Healthcare up 7%, AST up 5%, and Life Sciences up 18%. The company announced plans to acquire Xodus Medical. Full-year EPS outlook raised to $11.35-$11.55. Free cash flow was $492.5M for H1 2027.

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STERIS reported Q3 CY2026 revenue of $1.59 billion, exceeding estimates by 1.7% and growing 8.8% year-on-year. Adjusted EPS of $2.94 beat estimates by 9.8%. Management raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $11.45 at the midpoint. Operating and free cash flow margins remained steady year-on-year.