Alcon reports Q4 EPS 42c, consensus 42c

Reports Q4 revenue $2.16B, consensus $2.15B. David J. Endicott, CEO, said, "The Alcon team delivered a strong 2022 despite a consistently challenging macroeconomic environment, including inflationary pressure, supply chain headwinds and a strong US dollar. Alcon’s performance is a testament to the resilience of our markets and the underlying strength of our business as we continue to drive growth and earnings while operating more efficiently. As we look to 2023, we will continue to focus on accelerating innovation, commercial execution and ultimately delivering sales and earnings growth to create long-term shareholder value."