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Abbott recalls Similac infant formula from Sturgis MI plant; reaffirms EPS guidance
ABBOTT LABORATORIES
- Proactive voluntary recall of Similac powder infant formulas from Sturgis, MI facility; primarily US and Canada.
- FY2022 adjusted diluted EPS guidance reaffirmed at at least $4.70.
- Q1 2022 will include one-time specified item for recall expenses (inventory destruction, etc.); amount not yet quantified.
- Company states recall expenses are not expected to have a material impact on consolidated financial statements.