H&R Block Reports Strong Q3 FY2026 Results with Significant EPS Growth and Tax Benefit

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H&R Block reported strong Q3 FY2026 financial results, including a 5.3% revenue increase and a 24.3% rise in diluted EPS, significantly boosted by an $84.1 million tax benefit from an IRS settlement.

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• Strong Q3 Financial Performance

  For the three months ended March 31, 2026, total revenues increased by 5.3% to $2,398.1 million, net income rose by 17.4% to $847.9 million, and diluted EPS grew by 24.3% to $6.60 compared to the prior year.

• Significant Tax Benefit

  The effective income tax rate for the nine months ended March 31, 2026, decreased to 8.1% from 25.3% in the prior year, primarily due to an $84.1 million discrete income tax benefit from the settlement of an IRS examination.

• Increased Dividends and Share Repurchases

  The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per share, up from $0.375 per share in the prior year. H&R Block also repurchased $400.1 million of common stock during the nine-month period, with $700.0 million remaining under the current authorization.

• Debt Refinancing Completed

  H&R Block issued $350.0 million of 5.375% Senior Notes due September 2032, using the proceeds to redeem $350.0 million of 5.250% notes due October 2025, extending debt maturity.

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H&R Block delivered robust third-quarter fiscal year 2026 results, marked by substantial growth in revenue, net income, and diluted earnings per share. A key driver of the improved profitability was an $84.1 million discrete income tax benefit from the settlement of an IRS examination, significantly lowering the effective tax rate for the nine-month period. The company continued its capital return strategy through increased dividends and ongoing share repurchases. While assisted tax return volumes remained flat and DIY online volumes saw a slight decrease, overall revenue growth was sustained by higher average charges and strong international performance. This filing provides the full financial details following the preliminary earnings announcement.