H&R Block Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 5/6
H&R Block has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 5.1%, while the Consumer Services industry saw earnings growing at 25.6% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 6.2% per year.
Key information
5.07%
Earnings growth rate
12.41%
EPS growth rate
| Consumer Services Industry Growth | 20.27% |
| Revenue growth rate | 6.15% |
| Return on equity | n/a |
| Net Margin | 18.89% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 23
HRB: 2026 Guidance And Completed Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their 12 month price target for H&R Block to $50, reflecting updated views on lower profit margin assumptions and a higher future P/E multiple, while keeping the fair value estimate steady at $50. What's in the News H&R Block raised earnings guidance for Fiscal Year 2026, now expecting revenue between US$3.910b and US$3.920b, with the midpoint described as a 4.1% year over year change in revenue (Corporate Guidance).Seeking Alpha • May 10
H&R Block: Even After The 26% Pop, This High Dividend Stock Remains Undervalued
Summary H&R Block remains a compelling long-term buy, trading at just 7x forward earnings despite double-digit EPS growth. HRB's Q3 FY2026 delivered a triple beat: EPS, revenue, and guidance all exceeded expectations, driving a 26% share price surge. Shareholder yield approaches 13% through aggressive buybacks and a 4.55% dividend, with further dividend increases likely in August. AI disruption fears appear overblown; HRB's capital allocation and focus on complex returns underpin resilience and sustained profitability. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 28
HRB: Cautious Outlook And New Tax Tools Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have revised their H&R Block price targets lower, with headline cuts of $16 and $12, citing updated views on the company’s growth, profitability and valuation assumptions that are now reflected in the refreshed fair value framework. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates highlight a more cautious tone around H&R Block, with fresh price target cuts of $16 and $12 signaling reduced confidence in prior assumptions about growth, profitability and valuation.Narrative Update • Apr 14
HRB: Reset Expectations And 2026 Guidance Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have reduced their price target on H&R Block from $62 to $50, citing updated views on fair value, a higher discount rate, and slightly adjusted expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a reset in price targets for H&R Block, with cuts from US$62 to US$50 and other target reductions framed around updated fair value work, a higher discount rate, and modest tweaks to revenue, margin, and P/E assumptions.
Narrative Update • Mar 31
HRB: Lower Street Expectations Will Spotlight Cash Generation And Tax Season Technology Upgrades
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on H&R Block by between $12 and $16 per share, citing updated views on the stock that are consistent with only marginal shifts in fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects recalibrated price targets on H&R Block that are broadly aligned with only modest shifts in core assumptions, including fair value, discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • Mar 17
HRB: Direct File Exit And New Tax Tools Will Support Future Returns
Analysts have reset H&R Block's fair value estimate from $48 to $32, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a more cautious tone around H&R Block, with several bearish analysts trimming their price targets in light of revised assumptions for growth, profitability, and valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Mar 03
HRB: Reset Lower Expectations Will Spotlight Durable Cash Generation And AI Tax Season Upside
Analysts have reduced their average price target on H&R Block by $16 following updated views on its fair value, discount rate, and future P/E assumptions. This reflects a more cautious stance on the shares.Narrative Update • Feb 16
HRB: Reset Market Expectations Will Highlight Durable Cash Generation Potential
Analysts have revised their view on H&R Block, reducing the price target from $55 to $41 as they factor in a higher discount rate, slightly softer profit margins, a lower assumed future P/E multiple, and updated revenue growth expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates, including the price target cuts to $41, give a clearer view of how the Street is thinking about H&R Block right now.Analysis Article • Feb 10
Earnings Working Against H&R Block, Inc.'s (NYSE:HRB) Share Price Following 27% Dive
H&R Block, Inc. ( NYSE:HRB ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a 27...Analysis Article • Feb 08
Analysts Have Been Trimming Their H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE:HRB) Price Target After Its Latest Report
H&R Block, Inc. ( NYSE:HRB ) just released its latest second-quarter results and things are looking bullish. It looks...Narrative Update • Feb 02
HRB: Ending Of Direct File Will Support Future Shareholder Returns
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for H&R Block steady at $48.00 per share, citing only small adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and forward P/E assumptions that do not materially change their overall view. What's in the News The IRS is ending Direct File, its free government-run tax filing program, and shifting focus to the Free File program that uses private tax software providers, a move that keeps H&R Block in the mix alongside other commercial players (The Wall Street Journal).Narrative Update • Jan 19
HRB: Share Repurchases And IRS Program Shift Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have kept their H&R Block fair value estimate steady at $62.00, with only slight tweaks to discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions, reflecting relatively stable expectations for the business. What's in the News The IRS is ending its free Direct File tax program and shifting focus to the Free File partnership with private providers, which includes competitors such as H&R Block and Intuit.Narrative Update • Jan 05
HRB: Share Repurchases And IRS Shift May Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price target on H&R Block to US$62.00, reflecting updated assumptions around a modestly higher discount rate, slightly stronger revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and a lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News The IRS is ending Direct File, its free government tax filing program, and intends to emphasize the Free File program that relies on private tax software providers, a change that puts more attention on companies such as H&R Block and Intuit (Wall Street Journal).Narrative Update • Dec 13
HRB: Future Margins And Market Shift Will Support Steady Shareholder Returns
Analysts have slightly raised their price target on H&R Block to $48.00 per share, citing expectations for modestly higher profit margins and a lower future price to earnings multiple. Together, these factors support a marginally improved valuation despite a small tempering of long term revenue growth assumptions.Analysis Article • Sep 12
H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE:HRB) Shares Could Be 41% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights H&R Block's estimated fair value is US$88.12 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity H&R Block's...Narrative Update • Sep 05
Tax Complexity And Digital Shift Will Expand Demand
Despite Q4 results falling short of expectations and mixed FY26 guidance, analysts highlight H&R Block's attractive valuation, higher 3.3% dividend yield, and ongoing share buybacks as supportive of shareholder returns, leaving the consensus price target unchanged at $55.00. Analyst Commentary Q4 results were generally below expectations.Analysis Article • Aug 21
H&R Block's (NYSE:HRB) Upcoming Dividend Will Be Larger Than Last Year's
H&R Block, Inc.'s ( NYSE:HRB ) periodic dividend will be increasing on the 6th of October to $0.42, with investors...Analysis Article • Jun 26
Why We Like The Returns At H&R Block (NYSE:HRB)
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. In a perfect world, we'd like to see...Seeking Alpha • Apr 26
H&R Block: A Positive Growth Case Despite Seasonality Impacts To Earnings
Summary H&R Block gets a buy rating for my initial coverage of this stock, agreeing with today's bullish consensus across the board. Macro factors point to continued demand growth for tax filing, both DIY and assisted, and the company's revenue guidance is positive. New developments in AI can benefit this sector and firm, and its portfolio of brands has grown to fintech apps like Spruce and solutions beyond just tax, driving revenue diversification. Risks to consider include the seasonal impacts to earnings and cashflow for this business, as well as over-reliance on debt financing in slow quarters. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 11
H&R Block: A Boring Business Promising Big Returns
Summary H&R Block's business might seem boring, but there are many potential sources of compelling investment value. The company is a great example of the value that can be had from pairing a business with great economics to a management with a shareholder orientation. And when you put this together with the compelling valuations currently on offer, this company becomes hard to beat as a potential investment idea in the current market. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 21
H&R Block Q2 Preview: Guidance And Comments On The Economy Are Crucial
Summary H&R Block, Inc.'s Q2 earnings are expected to be underwhelming due to seasonality, with most revenue generated in Q3 and Q4. Focus is on the company's diversification efforts, particularly the growth of Block Horizons, Wave, and Spruce segments, and their potential to reduce cyclicality. Management's guidance and comments (if any) on the upcoming tax season and the impact of the new administration's policies are crucial. I am waiting for more information on the next quarter before considering a position in HRB stock, given the uncertainties with the new administration's economic reforms. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 10
H&R Block: Attractive Entry Point, Buy The Dip
Summary H&R Block shares dropped 6.5% after an uneventful Q1, presenting a buying opportunity ahead of Q4 repurchases and FY25 tax season. After spending $210 million to purchase 2.4% of the float in Q1, management could be more aggressive over the next few weeks to take advantage of the lower share price. The Trump election and the FTC settlement are both small positives for the company in my opinion. H&R Block's consistent earnings growth, compelling valuation and accretive share repurchases make it a buy with potential 15-20% returns over the next few years. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 16
H&R Block: This Boring Buyback King Still Has Room To Run
Summary H&R Block is attractive today due to its share repurchase program, reasonable valuation, and growth potential from multiple sources. Despite competition from tax software, most Americans prefer professional tax help, benefiting HRB with its strong brand and extensive locations. The company has prepared 935 million tax returns since 1955 and continues to expand into financial services like Block Advisors, Wave, and Spruce. Income tax returns are a stable business, growing with the overall population, with 75% of Americans receiving an average tax refund of nearly $3,000. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 25
Innovative Financial Products And Decisive Acquisitions Poised To Boost Market Share And Investor Returns
Launch of AI Tax Assist and expansion in small business services are driving customer satisfaction and double-digit growth, indicating increased future revenue.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How H&R Block makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 3,912 | 739 | 831 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 3,791 | 614 | 831 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 3,771 | 613 | 831 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 3,761 | 607 | 847 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 3,713 | 565 | 846 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 3,620 | 534 | 847 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 3,620 | 587 | 835 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 3,610 | 596 | 814 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 3,580 | 641 | 783 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 3,489 | 595 | 798 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 3,476 | 564 | 802 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 3,472 | 560 | 800 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 3,490 | 481 | 845 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 3,458 | 509 | 844 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 3,451 | 541 | 840 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 3,463 | 558 | 837 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 2,667 | 436 | 590 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 2,589 | 520 | 582 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 2,572 | 455 | 580 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 2,797 | 544 | 594 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 21 | 3,414 | 588 | 802 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 21 | 2,895 | 102 | 730 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 20 | 3,106 | 206 | 748 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 20 | 3,090 | 245 | 761 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 20 | 2,640 | 6 | 744 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 20 | 3,163 | 426 | 793 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 19 | 3,112 | 435 | 770 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 19 | 3,100 | 447 | 733 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 19 | 3,095 | 444 | 722 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 19 | 3,155 | 705 | 691 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 18 | 3,175 | 582 | 675 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 18 | 3,167 | 604 | 679 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 18 | 3,160 | 625 | 668 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 18 | 3,095 | 266 | 702 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 17 | 3,058 | 408 | 705 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 17 | 3,049 | 413 | 686 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 17 | 3,036 | 420 | 676 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 17 | 3,006 | 335 | 625 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 16 | 3,029 | 357 | 638 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 16 | 3,026 | 358 | 662 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 16 | 3,038 | 383 | 719 | 0 |
| 31 Jan 16 | 3,042 | 426 | 647 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 15 | 3,077 | 469 | 637 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 15 | 3,083 | 498 | 602 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: HRB has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: HRB's current net profit margins (18.9%) are higher than last year (15.2%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: HRB's earnings have grown by 5.1% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: HRB's earnings growth over the past year (30.8%) exceeds its 5-year average (5.1% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: HRB earnings growth over the past year (30.8%) exceeded the Consumer Services industry 10.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: HRB's liabilities exceed its assets, so it is difficult to calculate its Return on Equity.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/25 21:07 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/06/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
H&R Block, Inc. is covered by 17 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Alexander Paris | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |
| Jeffrey Silber | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Mark Palmer | BTIG |