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Boston Scientific approves 2026 restructuring plan with $700M-$800M pre-tax charges
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP
- Board approved 2026 Restructuring Plan on July 21, 2026; expected to be substantially completed by end of 2029.
- Estimated total pre-tax charges of $700M-$800M, with $600M-$700M in cash outlays; annual pre-tax expense reduction of ~$500M.
- Charges include transfer costs ($300M-$350M), termination benefits ($275M-$300M), and other costs ($125M-$150M).
- Headcount reductions expected, but new jobs created in growth areas; savings to be reinvested in strategic growth initiatives.
- Activities include supply chain optimization, transferring production lines, and functional transformation.