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H&R Block (HRB) Is Up 7.1% After Earnings Beat And Major Buyback - What's Changed

Simply Wall St · 3d ago
  • H&R Block has reported past fourth-quarter and full-year results to June 30, 2026, showing higher sales, revenue and diluted EPS alongside detailed figures for net income and earnings per share from continuing operations.
  • The company also issued revenue guidance of US$4.11 billion to US$4.16 billion for fiscal 2027 and disclosed completing a large share repurchase of 24,910,000 shares for US$1.30 billion under its August 2024 buyback plan, which significantly reduced its share count.
  • Next, we’ll examine how this combination of higher earnings and substantial buybacks may influence H&R Block’s existing investment narrative.

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H&R Block Investment Narrative Recap

To own H&R Block, you need to believe that tax complexity and the appeal of hybrid digital and in person help will keep its services relevant, even as digital only competitors grow. The latest results show higher revenue and earnings per share for fiscal 2026, which supports that view in the short term, but the biggest near term catalyst remains how well H&R Block converts clients to its enhanced digital tools, while the key risk is ongoing market share pressure from lower cost, digital first rivals.

Among the recent announcements, the completion of the US$1.30 billion repurchase of 24,910,000 shares stands out, as it meaningfully reduced the share count and helped lift full year diluted EPS from continuing operations to US$5.69. For investors focused on how earnings and capital returns interact, this combination of higher earnings and a smaller share base could be important when weighing tax season execution against the structural risks facing the assisted tax prep model.

Yet even with these gains, the growing threat from fully online, lower cost tax solutions is something investors should be aware of...

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H&R Block's narrative projects $4.3 billion revenue and $611.6 million earnings by 2029.

Uncover how H&R Block's forecasts yield a $42.00 fair value, a 22% downside to its current price.

Exploring Other Perspectives

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Some of the lowest estimating analysts were already cautious, assuming revenue of about US$4.5 billion and earnings near US$739 million by 2029, and they see automation and AI pulling more clients toward cheaper DIY options, which could pressure H&R Block’s assisted model much more than the consensus expects.

Explore 4 other fair value estimates on H&R Block - why the stock might be worth 39% less than the current price!

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.