HSIC · 10-Q · 2026Q2 · Full report

Income Tax Rate Changes

HENRY SCHEIN INC · 2026-08-04 · Importance 24 · Surprise 14

The second-quarter 2026 effective tax rate increased to 24.8% from 24.4% in the prior-year quarter. The six-month effective tax rate increased to 25.2% from 24.7%, a 50-basis-point increase. Henry Schein attributed the difference between its effective and federal statutory tax rates primarily to state and foreign income taxes and interest expense. Six-month income-tax expense increased to $72 million from $66 million, while second-quarter income-tax expense increased to $34 million from $31 million.

Key facts

• Henry Schein's effective tax rate was 24.8% for the three months ended June 27, 2026, compared to 24.4% for the prior year period. source
• Henry Schein's effective tax rate was 25.2% for the six months ended June 27, 2026, compared to 24.7% for the prior year period. source