Bausch Health Companies Inc. 10-K

Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations INTRODUCTION This “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” has been updated through February 22, 2024 and should be read in conjunction with the audited Consolidated Financial Statements and the related notes thereto included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The matters discussed in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and that may be forward-looking information within the meaning defined under applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, “Forward-Looking Statements”). See “Forward-Looking Statements” at the end of this discussion. Additional company information, including this Form 10-K, is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) website at www.sec.gov . All currency amounts are expressed in U.S. dollars, unless otherwise noted. OVERVIEW Bausch Health Companies Inc. (“we”, “us”, “our”, the “Company” or “Bausch Health”) is a global, diversified specialty pharmaceutical and medical device company that develops, manufactures and markets, primarily in the therapeutic areas of gastroenterology (“GI”), hepatology, neurology and dermatology, a broad range of branded, generic and branded generic pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter (“OTC”) products and aesthetic medical devices and, through its approximately 88% ownership of Bausch + Lomb Corporation (“Bausch + Lomb”), branded, and branded generic pharmaceuticals, OTC products and medical devices (contact lenses, intraocular lenses, ophthalmic surgical equipment) in the therapeutic area of eye health. The Company’s products are marketed directly or indirectly in approximately 90 countries. We generated revenues for 2023, 2022 and 2021, of $8,757 million, $8,124 million and $8,434 million, respectively. Our portfolio of products falls into five reportable segments: (i) Salix, (ii) International, (iii) Solta Medical, (iv) Diversified and (v) Bausch + Lomb. The following is a brief description of the Company’s segments: • The Salix segment consists of sales in the U.S. of GI products. Sales of the Xifaxan ® product line represented approximately 80% of Salix segment revenues. • The International segment consists of sales, with the exception of sales of Bausch + Lomb products and Solta Medical aesthetic medical devices, outside the U.S and Puerto Rico of branded pharmaceutical products, branded generic pharmaceutical products and OTC products. • The Solta Medical segment consists of global sales of Solta Medical aesthetic medical devices. • The Diversified segment consists of sales in the U.S. of: (i) pharmaceutical products in the areas of neurology and certain other therapeutic classes, (ii) dermatology products, (iii) generic pharmaceutical products and (iv) dentistry products. • The Bausch + Lomb segment consists of global sales of Bausch + Lomb Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals products. For additional discussion of our reportable segments, see the discussion in Item 1. “Business — Segment Information” and Note 22, “SEGMENT INFORMATION” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details on these reportable segments. Separation of the Bausch + Lomb Eye Health Business On August 6, 2020, we announced our plan to separate our eye health business consisting of our Bausch + Lomb global Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals (formerly known as Ophthalmic Pharmaceuticals) businesses into an independent publicly traded entity, Bausch + Lomb, from the remainder of Bausch Health Companies Inc. (the “B+L Separation”). On May 5, 2022, the registration statement related to the initial public offering of Bausch +Lomb (the “B+L IPO”) was declared effective, and Bausch + Lomb’s common stock began trading on the New York Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange, in each case under the ticker symbol “BLCO” on May 6, 2022. Prior to the effectiveness of the registration statement, B+L was an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Bausch Health. On May 10, 2022, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bausch Health sold 35,000,000 common shares of Bausch + Lomb pursuant to the B+L IPO. Upon the closing of the B+L IPO and after giving effect to the subsequent partial exercise of the over-allotment option by the underwriters, Bausch Health indirectly holds 310,449,643 common shares of Bausch + Lomb, which represents approximately 88% of B+L’s outstanding common shares as of the date of this filing. 63 We continue to believe the separation of B+L, which includes the transfer of all or a portion of our remaining direct or indirect equity interest in B+L to our shareholders, makes strategic sense. The completion of the B+L Separation is subject to the achievement of targeted debt leverage ratios and the receipt of applicable shareholder and other necessary approvals. We continue to evaluate all factors and considerations related to the B+L Separation, including the effect of the Norwich Legal Decision (see “ Xifaxan ® Paragraph IV Proceedings ” of Note 20, “LEGAL PROCEEDINGS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements) on the B+L Separation. The B+L Separation, if consummated, will result in two separate, independent companies: • Bausch Health excluding Bausch + Lomb - a diversified pharmaceutical company with leading positions in gastroenterology, hepatology, dermatology, neurology and international pharmaceuticals, and aesthetic medical devices. The remaining pharmaceutical entity will comprise a diversified portfolio of our leading durable brands across the Salix, International, Solta Medical and Diversified businesses; and • Bausch + Lomb - a fully integrated eye health company built on the iconic Bausch + Lomb brand and its long history of innovation. As independent entities, management believes that each company will be better positioned to individually focus on its core businesses to drive additional growth, more effectively allocate capital and better manage its respective capital needs. Further, the B+L Separation will allow us and the market to compare the operating results of each entity with other peer companies. Although management believes the B+L Separation will unlock value, there can be no assurance that it will be successful in doing so. See Item 1A. “Risk Factors — Risks Relating to the B+L Separation” of this Form 10-K for additional risks relating to the B+L Separation. Focus on Value and Core Businesses We continue to execute on a multi-year plan designed to transform and bring out value in our Company, which includes focus on, among other factors, our: product portfolio, infrastructure, geographic footprint, capital structure and risk management. We believe that these and other actions we have taken have helped to focus our operations and improve our capital structure. To position ourselves to unlock the value we see in our individual businesses, we have sought to right-size our portfolio of assets and provide financial flexibility. In line with this focus on our core businesses, we have: (i) made measurable progress in effectively managing our capital structure, including taking actions to reduce the principal balances of our long-term debt, (ii) directed capital allocation to drive growth within these core businesses, (iii) divested assets to improve our capital structure and simplify our business, (iv) increased our efforts to improve patient access and (v) continued to invest in sustainable growth drivers to position us for long-term growth. We believe that these and other actions we have taken to transform our Company, have helped focus our operations, improved our capital structure and mitigated certain risks associated with legacy litigation matters. We believe that these measures, along with our continued commitment to improving people’s lives through our health products, help position us to unlock potential value across our portfolio of assets by separating our eye health and pharmaceutical businesses. Although management believes the B+L Separation will unlock additional value, there can be no assurance that it will be successful in doing so. Effectively Managing Our Capital Structure At the time of our announcement of the B+L Separation, we emphasized that it is important that the post-separation entities be appropriately capitalized, with appropriate leverage and with access to additional capital, if and when needed, to provide each entity with the ability to independently allocate capital to areas that will strengthen their own competitive positions in their respective lines of business and position each entity for sustainable growth. Therefore, we see the appropriate capitalization and leverage of these businesses post-separation as a key to maximizing value across our portfolio of assets and, as such, it is a primary objective of our plan of separation. For additional details on the B+L Separation, see “Separation of the Bausch + Lomb Eye Health Business” in Note 2, “SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements. 64 Repurchases and Retirement of Senior Unsecured Notes in 2024 During January 2024, through a series of transactions we repurchased and retired outstanding senior unsecured notes with an aggregate par value of $250 million in the open market for approximately $238 million using cash on hand. Managing Our Capital Structure in 2023 B+L Term Loan B Facility and Senior Secured Notes On September 29, 2023, Bausch + Lomb entered into a new term loan facility (“B+L September 2028 Term Loan B Facility”) of $500 million and issued new Senior Secured Notes (“B+L October 2028 Secured Notes”) of $1,400 million to finance the $1,750 million upfront payment related to the acquisition of XIIDRA ® and certain other ophthalmology assets from Novartis and associated acquisition-related transaction and financing costs (as discussed in “-Strategic Acquisitions” below and Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements). Accounts Receivable Credit Facility On June 30, 2023, certain of our subsidiaries entered into a Credit and Security Agreement (the “AR Facility Agreement”) with certain third-party lenders, providing for a non-recourse financing facility collateralized by certain accounts receivable originated by a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company (the “AR Credit Facility”). The AR Facility Agreement provides for an up to $600 million facility, subject to certain borrowing base tests. Under the AR Credit Facility, a special purpose entity (the “Borrower”), as the borrower, purchases accounts receivable originated by a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, which collateralize borrowings under the AR Credit Facility. The Borrower is a bankruptcy remote entity that is unrestricted under the Company’s debt covenants, and which is consolidated by the Company. Borrowings under the AR Credit Facility are in U.S. dollars and bear interest at a rate per annum equal to the sum of the one month term SOFR plus 6.65%. The Company is required to pay commitment fees of 0.75% multiplied by the lesser of: (i) the unfunded portion of the lenders’ commitments or (ii) 50% of the total lenders’ commitments. As of December 31, 2023, there were $350 million in outstanding borrowings under the AR Credit Facility. Maturities and Mandatory Payments Maturities and mandatory payments of our principal balances of debt obligations as of December 31, 2023 were as follows: (in millions) 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Thereafter Total Total debt obligations $ 155 $ 2,790 $ 892 $ 6,748 $ 7,219 $ 1,609 $ 1,593 $ 21,006 Managing Our Capital Structure in 2022 During 2022, we improved our capital structure and reduced the aggregate principal amount of our debt obligations by approximately $3,800 million, as we: (i) utilized the net proceeds from the B+L IPO which closed on May 10, 2022, to make repayments of debt, (ii) reduced our debt through open market repurchases of debt with a principal value of approximately $927 million for approximately $550 million, (iii) extended the maturities of our debt through refinancing and (iv) completed an exchange offer which reduced the outstanding principal balance of our debt by $2,469 million by exchanging $5,594 million of aggregate principal value of existing unsecured senior notes (the “Existing Unsecured Senior Notes”) for newly issued secured notes with an aggregate principal balance of $3,125 million (the “Exchange Offer”). The B+L IPO, 2022 Notes Issuance and Credit Agreement Refinancing - In connection with the B+L IPO, we completed a series of transactions in support of our commitment to improve our liquidity, reduce our leverage and better capitalize the two business entities post-separation. These transactions included: • On February 10, 2022, the Company issued $1,000 million aggregate principal amount of 6.125% Senior Secured Notes due February 2027 (the “February 2027 Secured Notes”) . • On May 10, 2022: • The B+L IPO closed, with aggregate net proceeds (including the partial exercise of the over-allotment option by the underwriters), after deducting underwriting commissions, of approximately $675 million. • The Company entered into the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement as defined and discussed in Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements. The 2022 Amended Credit Agreement consists of term loans of $2,500 million and a revolving credit facility of $975 million. 65 • Bausch + Lomb entered into the B+L Credit Agreement, as defined and discussed in Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements. The B+L Credit Agreement provides for a five-year term loan facility in an initial principal amount of $2,500 million and also provides for a five-year revolving credit facility of $500 million. The net proceeds from these transactions, along with cash on hand, allowed us to: (i) repay certain amounts outstanding under our then existing June 2025 Term Loan B Facility and November 2025 Term Loan B Facility (each as defined and discussed in Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements), (ii) replace our existing revolving credit facility which was due to mature in 2023, with revolving credit facilities that mature in 2027, (iii) redeem in full all of our then outstanding 6.125% Senior Unsecured Notes due 2025 (the “April 2025 Unsecured Notes”) and (iv) replace our then remaining amounts outstanding under our June 2025 Term Loan B Facility and November 2025 Term Loan B Facility with term loan facilities that were to expire in 2027. Early Extinguishment of Debt - During 2022, through a series of transactions we repurchased and retired outstanding senior unsecured notes with an aggregate par value of $927 million in the open market for approximately $550 million using: (i) the net proceeds from the partial exercise of the over-allotment option in the B+L IPO by the underwriters, after deducting underwriting commissions, (ii) amounts available under our revolving credit facility and (iii) cash on hand. The (i) repayment of the June 2025 Term Loan B Facility, November 2025 Term Loan B Facility and 2023 Revolving Credit Facility and (ii) redemption of the April 2025 Senior Unsecured notes were accounted for as an extinguishment of debt and the Company incurred a loss on extinguishment of debt of $63 million representing the difference between the amount paid to settle the extinguished debt and the extinguished debt’s carrying value. As a result of these transactions and the open market repurchases, the Company realized a net gain on early extinguishment of $113 million. September 2022 Exchange Offer - As discussed in further detail below under “— Liquidity and Capital Resources — Liquidity and Debt — Long-term Debt”, we made the strategic decision based on the fair value of our Senior Unsecured Notes to undertake the Exchange Offer in September 2022. We exchanged certain validly tendered existing senior unsecured notes, with an aggregate outstanding principal balance of approximately $5,594 million with maturities of 2025 through 2031 for newly issued senior secured notes, with an aggregate principal balance of approximately $3,125 million with maturities of 2028 and 2030. After fees and expenses, the Exchange Offer reduced the principal balances of our outstanding debt obligations by $2,469 million and extended the maturities of approximately $2,400 million of principal balances coming due during the years 2025 through 2027 to the years 2028 and 2030. The secured notes issued in the Exchange Offer consist of: (i) $1,774 million in aggregate principal amount of new 11.00% First Lien Secured Notes due 2028 (the “11.00% First Lien Secured Notes”) issued by the Company, (ii) $352 million in aggregate principal amount of new 14.00% Second Lien Secured Notes due 2030 (the “14.00% Second Lien Secured Notes”, and, together with the 11.00% First Lien Secured Notes, the “New BHC Secured Notes”) issued by the Company and (iii) $999 million in aggregate principal amount of new 9.00% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (the “9.00% Intermediate Holdco Secured Notes”, and, together with the New BHC Secured Notes, the “New Secured Notes”) issued by 1375209 B.C. Ltd. (“Intermediate Holdco”), an existing wholly-owned unrestricted subsidiary of the Company that held 38.5% of the issued and outstanding common shares of Bausch + Lomb as of December 31, 2023. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements and “— Liquidity and Capital Resources — Liquidity and Debt — Long-term Debt” below for additional discussion of these matters. Cash requirements for future debt repayments including interest can be found in “— Liquidity and Capital Resources — Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements and Contractual Obligations.” Continue to Manage our Capital Structure We continue to monitor our capital structure and to evaluate other opportunities to simplify our business and improve our capital structure, giving us the ability to better focus on our core businesses. The Company regularly evaluates market conditions, its liquidity profile and various financing alternatives for opportunities to enhance its capital structure. If the Company determines that conditions are favorable, the Company may refinance or repurchase existing debt or issue additional debt, equity or equity-linked securities. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Item “— Liquidity and Capital Resources — Liquidity and Debt — Long-term Debt” for further details and additional discussion regarding these matters. Cash requirements for future debt repayments including interest can be found in this Item “— Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements and Contractual Obligations.” 66 Direct Capital Allocation to Drive Growth Within Our Core Businesses Our capital allocation is also driven by our long-term growth strategies. We allocate resources to promote our core businesses globally through: (i) strategic acquisitions, (ii) R&D investment, (iii) strategic licensing agreements and (iv) strategic investments in our infrastructure. We believe that the outcome of this process allows us to better drive value in our product portfolio and generate operational efficiencies. R&D Investment We search for new product opportunities through internal development and strategic licensing agreements, that, if successful, will allow us to leverage our commercial footprint, particularly our sales force, and supplement our existing product portfolio and address specific unmet needs in the market. Our internal R&D organization focuses on the development of products through clinical trials. As of December 31, 2023, approximately 1,450 dedicated R&D and quality assurance employees in 24 R&D facilities were involved in our R&D efforts internally. Currently, we have over 90 projects in our global pipeline. Certain core internal R&D projects that have received a significant portion of our R&D investment in current and prior periods are listed below. Gastrointestinal • Rifaximin - ◦ Two global Phase 3 studies for the use of an SSD formulation for the prevention of OHE in patients with early decompensation in liver cirrhosis (RED-C) have commenced. Enrollment of one of two global Phase 3 trials has been completed and enrollment of the second trial is on track and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2024. We have completed scientific advisory meetings with the Medicines Evaluation Board in the Netherlands and with Health Canada, and have received feedback on the program from National Medical Products Administration in China. We are currently planning to meet with regulatory authorities in Japan in 2024. • Amiselimod (S1P modulator) - A Phase 2 study to evaluate Amiselimod (S1P modulator) for the treatment of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis completed enrollment in July 2023 and the induction portion of the study was completed in the fourth quarter of 2023. In the topline results, Amiselimod met the primary and key secondary endpoints including clinical and endoscopic measures in the double-blind period of the study; the open-label extension up to 52 weeks is currently ongoing. The full data set from this trial will be available in the first half of 2024 and we plan to meet with regulatory agencies to advance the program into Phase 3. Solta Medical • Clear + Brilliant ® Touch - Next generation Clear + Brilliant ® laser is designed to deliver a customized and more comprehensive treatment protocol by providing patients of all ages and skin types the benefits of two wavelengths with submissions in Europe, Canada and Asia Pacific markets planned in 2024. • Fraxel ® - Next Generation Fraxel ® is a fractionated laser device for skin resurfacing and is planned for FDA submission in the first half of 2024. Dermatology • CABTREO TM (formerly IDP - 126) - An acne product with a fixed combination of benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin phosphate and adapalene. On October 20, 2023, the FDA approved the NDA for CABTREO TM Topical Gel (formerly Internal Development Project - 126), the first and only FDA-approved fixed-dose, triple-combination topical treatment for acne. CABTREO TM Topical Gel was launched in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2024. A New Drug Submission was submitted to Health Canada on May 30, 2023. Bausch + Lomb • SiHy Daily - A silicone hydrogel daily disposable contact lens designed to provide outstanding comfort and clear vision throughout the day. To date, SiHy Daily has been launched in approximately 50 countries, under the brand names INFUSE ® , BAUSCH + LOMB ULTRA ® ONE DAY and AQUALOX ® ONE DAY. Bausch + Lomb continues to plan to launch its SiHy Daily lenses into additional countries throughout 2024. In addition, Bausch + Lomb launched its first silicone hydrogel daily disposable multifocal contact lens in May 2023 and plans to launch a toric lens in 2024. 67 • Lumify ® (brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic solution, 0.025%) - An OTC eye drop developed as an ocular redness reliever. To date, Bausch + Lomb has launched and acquired the right to launch Lumify ® in various countries. Bausch + Lomb also has several innovative new line extension formulations that were recently launched or are under development, including Lumify ® Eye Illuminations TM which launched in the U.S. in September 2023, Lumify ® Preservative Free, for which an NDA was submitted to the FDA in May 2023 and Lumify ® Eye Allergy, for which an NDA is expected to be submitted to the FDA during 2024. • Bausch + Lomb is expanding its portfolio of premium intraocular lenses (“IOL”) built on the enVista ® platform with enVista Aspire TM (Monofocal Plus), enVista Envy TM Trifocal and enVista Beyond TM (extended depth of focus (“EDOF”)) optical designs with two options: non-Toric and Toric for astigmatism patients enVista Aspire TM monofocal and toric IOLs with Intermediate Optimized optics launched in the U.S. during October 2023 and Bausch + Lomb anticipates launching the Trifocal and EDOF optical designs for presbyopia in the U.S. in 2024 and 2026, respectively. Strategic Licensing Agreements To supplement our internal R&D initiatives and to build-out and refresh our product portfolio, we also search for opportunities to augment our pipeline through arrangements that allow us to gain access to unique products and investigational treatments, by strategically aligning ourselves with other innovative product solutions. In the normal course of business, the Company will enter into select licensing and collaborative agreements for the commercialization and/or development of unique products primarily in the U.S. and Canada. These products are sometimes investigational treatments in early stage development that target unique conditions. The ultimate outcome, including whether the product will be: (i) fully developed, (ii) approved by the FDA or other regulators, (iii) covered by third-party payors or (iv) profitable for distribution, is highly uncertain. Under certain agreements, the Company may be required to make payments contingent upon the achievement of specific developmental, regulatory, or commercial milestones. Strategic Acquisitions We remain very selective when considering any acquisition and pursue only those opportunities that we believe align well with our current organization and strategic plan. We sometimes refer to these opportunities as “bolt on” acquisitions. In being selective, we seek to enter into only those acquisitions that provide us with significant synergies with our existing business, thereby minimizing risks to our core businesses and providing long-term growth opportunities. During September 2023, Bausch + Lomb acquired XIIDRA ® , the first and only non-steroid eye drop specifically approved to treat the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease focusing on inflammation associated with dry eye, which Bausch + Lomb expects to begin facing loss of exclusivity (“LOE”) in the second quarter of 2032, and certain other ophthalmology assets from Novartis Pharma AG and Novartis Finance Corporation (together with Novartis Pharma AG, “Novartis”) (the “XIIDRA Acquisition”). As part of the XIIDRA Acquisition, Bausch + Lomb also acquired libvatrep (also known as SAF312), an investigational compound being studied for the treatment of chronic ocular surface pain, and AcuStream ® technology, an investigational device that may have the potential to facilitate precise dosing and accurate delivery of certain topical ophthalmic medications to the eye, and OJL332, a noncompetitive antagonist (inhibitor) of TRPV1 that is still in the pre-clinical stage. Bausch + Lomb believes the XIIDRA Acquisition will complement and grow its existing dry eye franchise. During July 2023, Bausch + Lomb acquired the Blink ® OTC product line of eye and contact lens drops from Johnson & Johnson Vision, which consists of Blink ® Tears Lubricating Eye Drops, Blink ® Tears Preservative Free Lubricating Eye Drops, Blink GelTears ® Lubricating Eye Drops, Blink ® Triple Care Lubricating Eye Drops, Blink Contacts ® Lubricating Eye Drops, and Blink-N-Clean ® Lens Drops (collectively, the “Blink ® Product Line”). Bausch + Lomb believes this acquisition will enable it to continue to grow its global OTC business. During January 2023, Bausch + Lomb acquired AcuFocus, Inc. (“AcuFocus”), an ophthalmic medical device company that has delivered breakthrough small aperture intraocular technology to address the diverse unmet needs in eye care. The IC-8 ® Apthera™ IOL, which was approved by the FDA in July 2022 as the first and only small aperture non-toric EDOF IOL for certain cataract patients who have as much as 1.5 diopters of corneal astigmatism and wish to address presbyopia at the same time. Bausch + Lomb believes the IC-8 ® Apthera™ EDOF IOL will bolster its surgical portfolio by enhancing the IOL offerings, which is a strategic area of focus for the Company. During December 2022, Bausch + Lomb acquired Total Titanium Inc., an ophthalmic microsurgical instrument and machined parts manufacturing company. Bausch + Lomb believes that this acquisition was an important step in continuing to expand the surgical portfolio as it provides the opportunity to increase its manufacturing capacity and more specifically bolster its position in the ophthalmic microsurgical instrumentation market. 68 During November 2022, Bausch + Lomb acquired Paragon BioTeck, Inc. (“Paragon BioTeck”), an eye-care focused drug development company, having a primary emphasis on the early detection of ocular diseases. This acquisition allows Bausch + Lomb to maximize the revenues and margins associated with Paragon BioTeck’s products, for which it had previously had commercialization rights. Divest Assets to Improve Our Capital Structure and Simplify Our Business In order to better focus on our core businesses, we continue to evaluate opportunities to simplify our operations and improve our capital structure, including divesting non-core assets in order to narrow the Company’s activities to our core businesses where we believe we have an existing and sustainable competitive edge and the ability to generate operational efficiencies. To date, we received approximately $4,100 million in net proceeds from these divestitures, which includes the sale of Amoun Pharmaceutical Company S.A.E. (“Amoun”) discussed below. On July 26, 2021, we completed the sale of Amoun for total gross consideration of approximately $740 million, subject to certain adjustments (the “Amoun Sale”). Amoun manufactures, markets and distributes branded generics of human and animal health products. The Amoun business was part of the International segment (previously included within the former Bausch + Lomb/International segment). Revenues associated with Amoun were $157 million for the period of January 1, 2021 through July 26, 2021. Following the completion of the Amoun Sale, the Company made aggregate payments of $600 million, to repay $469 million of its June 2025 Term Loan B Facility and $131 million of its November 2025 Term Loan B Facility, using the net proceeds from the Amoun Sale and cash on hand. We will continue to consider further dispositions of various assets in line with this strategy. While we anticipate that any future divestiture activities will be on non-core assets, consistent with our duties to our shareholders and other stakeholders, we will consider dispositions in core areas that we believe represent attractive opportunities for the Company. See Note 3, “ACQUISITIONS, LICENSING AGREEMENTS AND DIVESTITURE” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information. Improve Patient Access Improving patient access to our products, as well as making them more affordable, is a key element of our business strategy. Patient Access and Pricing Team - We formed the Patient Access and Pricing Team which is committed to maintaining patients’ ability to access our branded prescription pharmaceutical products. All future pricing actions will be subject to review by the Patient Access and Pricing Team. Future pricing changes and programs could affect the average realized pricing for our products and may have a significant impact on our revenues and profits. Bausch Health Patient Assistance Program - We are committed to supporting patients through our Patient Assistance Program which offers free medication for patients who meet income and other eligibility criteria. If approved, patients receive their Bausch Health prescription product(s) at no cost to them for up to one year, and may be able to reapply to the program annually if they continue to meet eligibility requirements and have a valid prescription. Cash-pay Prescription Program - The cash-pay program was adopted to address the affordability and availability of certain branded dermatology products when insurers and pharmacy benefit managers are no longer offering those branded prescription pharmaceutical products under their designated pharmacy benefit offerings. This program is currently limited to a select group of our brands and offered through our unique telemedicine and fulfillment platform which allows for patients to choose direct delivery to their home or to use a pharmacy of their choice. This program is designed to connect patients with dermatologists and provide patients both a predictable customer experience and a predictable cost for their dermatology health care needs. Walgreens Fulfillment Arrangements - Under our brand fulfillment arrangement with Walgreen Co. (“Walgreens”), we make certain dermatology and ophthalmology products available to eligible patients through patient access and co-pay assistance programs at Walgreens U.S. retail pharmacy locations, as well as participating independent retail pharmacies. Invest in Sustainable Growth Drivers to Position us for Long-Term Growth We are constantly challenged by the changing dynamics of our industry to innovate and bring new products to market. We have divested certain businesses where we saw limited growth opportunities, so that we can be more aggressive in redirecting our R&D spend and other corporate investments to innovate within our core businesses where we believe we can be most profitable and where we aim to be an industry leader. We believe that we have a well-established product portfolio that is diversified within our core businesses and provides a sustainable revenue stream to fund our operations. However, our future success is also dependent upon our ability to continually 69 refresh our pipeline, to provide a rotation of product launches that meet new and changing demands and replace other products that have lost momentum. We believe we have a robust pipeline that not only provides for the next generation of our existing products but is also poised to bring new products to market. Salix - We believe in our GI product portfolio and we have implemented initiatives, including increasing our marketing investment in Xifaxan ® , to further capitalize on the value of the infrastructure we have built around these products to extend our market share. We have increased our investment in Xifaxan ® DTC advertising and new sales force capabilities. We also continue to invest in our product line. Our rifaximin SSD formulation, is under development for the prevention of OHE and other complications in patients with early decompensation in liver cirrhosis (RED-C). The drug candidate is administered orally, and is a next-generation rifaximin formulation that acts by targeting the beta-subunit of bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase. International - Our International product portfolio includes certain newly launched products like Ryaltris ® for moderate to severe seasonal allergic rhinitis and Uceris ® Foam, an aerosol foam for distal ulcerative colitis in Canada. We are also pursuing opportunities in the dermatology markets globally for products that address acne, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and onychomycosis. To address these and other opportunities we continue to invest in the training and expansion of our sales and marketing teams. Solta Medical - More than 70% of our Solta Medical business revenues has historically come from consumables, which we believe results in a durable business model. We continue to invest in expanding our presence in key markets, including broadening the reach of our DTC campaigns in the U.S., the expansion of Thermage ® FLX which was approved by China’s National Medical Products Administration as a medical device in January 2024 and the strengthening of our sales force in the U.S. and Europe. Diversified - We continue to seek ways to bring out value in our promoted and nonpromoted products within our Diversified portfolios. In 2023, we increased our investments in the marketing and advertising of Aplenzin ® as the only approved major depressive disorder product for Seasonal Affective Disorder, and we also expanded our consumer awareness campaign for Jublia ® . Adding to our established acne product portfolio, we launched CABTREO TM Topical Gel in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2024. In our generics portfolio, we are focused on effectively managing this portfolio of non-promoted products. In our Dentistry business, we are increasing our investments in Arestin ® direct to patient activation and awareness campaigns. Business Trends In addition to the actions previously outlined, the events described below have affected and may affect our business trends. The matters discussed in this section contain Forward-Looking Statements. Please see “Forward-Looking Statements” for additional information. Russia-Ukraine War In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. As military activity and sanctions against Russia, Belarus and specific areas of Ukraine have continued, the war has increasingly affected economic and global financial markets and exacerbated ongoing economic challenges, including issues such as rising inflation and global supply-chain disruption. As the geopolitical situation in Eastern Europe continues to intensify, political events and sanctions are continually changing, and we continue to assess the impact that the Russia-Ukraine war has had and will have on our businesses. These impacts may include but are not limited to: (i) interruptions or stoppage of production, (ii) damage or loss of inventories, (iii) supply-chain and product distribution disruptions in Eastern Europe, (iv) volatility in commodity prices and currencies, (v) disruption in banking systems and capital markets, (vi) reductions in sales and earnings of business in affected areas, (vii) increased costs and (viii) cyberattacks. Our revenues attributable to Russia, Ukraine and Belarus for 2023, 2022 and 2021 were approximately 2% of our total revenues in each period. In addition, we do not have any research or manufacturing facilities in Russia, Ukraine or Belarus. While we have been monitoring this conflict, and will continue to do so as this conflict continues to evolve, we are unable to predict the impact of this conflict on our business. Israel-Hamas Conflict The conflict between Israel and Hamas began during October 2023. Our revenues attributable to Israel for 2023, 2022 and 2021 were less than 1% of our total revenues in each period. While we have been monitoring this conflict, and will continue to do so as this conflict continues to evolve, we are unable to predict the impact of this conflict on our business. 70 For a further discussion of these and other risks relating to our international business, see Item 1A. “Risk Factors” of this Form 10-K. COVID-19 Update During 2022, the outbreak of the omicron variant in China resulted in government enforced lockdowns and other social restrictions, which impacted our ability to conduct business as usual in certain regions in China, particularly Shanghai. The lockdowns in China impacted the demand for certain products, particularly B+L’s Vision care and our Solta Medical products, as shelter in place orders limited the demand and need for the use of contact lenses and related products as well as for aesthetic medical treatments. Additionally, government enforced lockdowns caused certain businesses to suspend operations, creating distribution and other logistic issues for the distribution of our products and the sourcing for a limited number of raw materials. These lockdowns began to ease during the fourth quarter of 2022. Our revenues in China for 2023 and 2022 were $441 million and $413 million, respectively, an increase of $28 million. To date, we have dealt with these issues in China with only a minimal impact on our manufacturing and distribution processes and we continue to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on all aspects of our business. For a further discussion of these and other COVID-19 related risks, see Item 1A. “Risk Factors— Risks Relating to COVID-19” of this Form 10-K. Inflation Reduction Act In August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (the (“IRA”) was signed into law, which includes implementation of a new corporate alternative minimum tax (“CAMT”), among other provisions. The CAMT imposes a minimum tax on the adjusted financial statement income (“AFSI”) for “applicable corporations” with average annual AFSI over a three-year period in excess of $1 billion. A corporation that is a member of a foreign-parented multinational group, as defined, must include the AFSI (with certain modifications) of all members of the group in applying the $1 billion test, but would only be subject to CAMT if the three-year average AFSI of its U.S. members, US trades or business of foreign group members that are not subsidiaries of U.S. members, and foreign subsidiaries of U.S. members exceeds $100 million. The IRA also made significant changes to how drugs are covered and paid for under the Medicare program, including imposing financial penalties if drug prices are increased at a rate faster than inflation, redesigning Medicare Part D benefits to shift a greater portion of the costs to manufacturers and allowing the U.S. government to set prices for certain drugs in Medicare. We continue to evaluate the impact of the IRA legislation on our results of operations and it is possible that these changes may result in a material impact on our business and results of operations. Global Minimum Corporate Tax Rate On October 8, 2021, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (“OECD”) published a statement that outlined the key components of a two-pillar plan to address the tax challenges arising from the digitalisation of the economy. The statement was agreed by the OECD/G20 inclusive framework on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (the “Inclusive Framework”) which now includes 145 member jurisdictions. The timetable for implementation of the two-pillar plan was initially proposed for 2023, but has since been extended to 2024 and, with respect to certain components of the plan, 2025. Under the pillar one proposals, a portion of the residual profits of multinational enterprise (“MNE”) groups with global turnover above €20 billion and a profit margin above 10% will be allocated to market jurisdictions where such allocated profits would be taxed. Under pillar two proposals, a global minimum corporate tax rate of 15% will apply to undertaxed profits of MNE groups with consolidated revenue of at least €750 million. On December 20, 2021, the OECD released model rules on the global minimum tax under pillar two, followed by the OECD’S commentaries, examples, three sets of administrative guidance and certain other documents relating to the operation and application of the model rules. On December 18, 2023, the OECD announced plans to release additional guidance on model rules and to start the peer review process in 2024. Many members of the Inclusive Framework have either introduced or announced their intention to introduce certain components of the global minimum tax in line with the model rules for fiscal year beginning on or after December 31, 2023. In particular, on December 15, 2022, the Council of the European Union (“EU”) adopted a directive to require the implementation of the pillar two rules by EU member states, with certain elements becoming effective for fiscal years beginning on or after December 31, 2023. On August 4, 2023, Canada released draft legislation to enact certain components of the pillar two proposals into Canadian law as the Global Minimum Tax Act (“GMTA”). The GMTA is generally aligned with the model rules proposed by the OECD and is expected to become effective for fiscal years beginning on or after December 31, 2023. The United States did not announce plans to enact the tax measures under the two-pillar plan. On February 1, 2023, the US Financial Accounting Standards Board indicated that they believe the minimum tax imposed under pillar two by other jurisdictions is an alternative minimum tax, and, accordingly, deferred tax assets and liabilities associated with the minimum tax would not be recognized or adjusted for the estimated future effects of the minimum tax but would be recognized in the period incurred. We will continue to monitor the implementation of the two-pillar plan by the countries in which we operate, and to consider the impact of these measures. Many 71 jurisdictions in which the Company operates have adopted the global minimum tax provision of the OECD pillar two effective for tax years beginning in January 2024. We currently do not expect the provisions of the Inclusive Framework, as currently adopted, to have a material impact on our liability for corporate taxes or our consolidated tax rate. However, it is possible that the further implementation of the Inclusive Framework could have a material effect on our liability for corporate taxes or our consolidated tax rate in the future. Health Care Reform The U.S. federal and state governments continue to propose and pass legislation designed to regulate the health care industry. Many of these changes focus on health care cost containment, which result in pricing pressures relating to the sales and reimbursements of healthcare products. The Biden Administration and Congress continue to focus on health care cost containment which could result in legislative and regulatory changes. In addition, we continue to face various proposed health care pricing changes and regulations from governments throughout the world in locations in which we operate our business. These proposed changes may also continue to result in pricing pressures relating to sales, promotions and reimbursement of our product portfolio. We continually review newly enacted and proposed U.S. federal and state legislation, as well as proposed rule making and guidance published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the FDA, and applicable foreign governments in locations in which we operate; however, at this time, it is unclear the effect these matters may have on our businesses. Generic Competition and Loss of Exclusivity Certain of our products face the expiration of their patent or regulatory exclusivity in 2024 or in later years, following which we anticipate generic competition of these products. In addition, in certain cases, as a result of negotiated settlements of some of our patent infringement proceedings against generic competitors, we have granted licenses to such generic companies, which will permit them to enter the market with their generic products prior to the expiration of our applicable patent or regulatory exclusivity. Finally, for certain of our products that lost patent or regulatory exclusivity in prior years, we anticipate that generic competitors may launch in 2024 or in later years. Following a loss of exclusivity (“LOE”) of and/or generic competition for a product, we would anticipate that product sales for such product would decrease significantly shortly following the LOE or entry of a generic competitor. Where we have the rights, we may elect to launch an authorized generic (“AG”) of such product (either ourselves or through a third-party) prior to, upon or following generic entry, which may mitigate the anticipated decrease in product sales; however, even with launch of an authorized generic, the decline in product sales of such product would still be expected to be significant, and the effect on our future revenues could be material. 2024 through 2027 LOE Branded Products - Based on current patent expiration dates, settlement agreements and/or competitive information, we have identified branded products that we believe could begin facing potential LOE and/or generic competition in the U.S. during the years 2024 through 2027. These products and year of expected LOE include, but are not limited to, Aplenzin ® (2026) and Bryhali ® (2026). These dates may change based on, among other things, successful challenge to our patents, settlement of existing or future patent litigation and at-risk generic launches. We believe the entry into the market of generic competition generally would have an adverse impact on the volume and/or pricing of the affected products, however we are unable to predict the magnitude or timing of this impact. In addition, for a number of our products (including Xifaxan ® 550 mg, Arazlo ® , Duobrii ® , Trulance ® and Lumify ® in the U.S), we have commenced (or anticipate commencing) and have (or may have) ongoing infringement proceedings against potential generic competitors in the U.S. If we are not successful in these proceedings, we may face increased generic competition for these products. See Note 20, “LEGAL PROCEEDINGS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details regarding certain infringement proceedings. The risks of generic competition are a fact of the health care industry and are not specific to our operations or product portfolio. These risks are not avoidable, but we believe they are manageable. To manage these risks, our leadership team continually evaluates the impact that generic competition may have on future profitability and operations. In addition to aggressively defending the Company’s patents and other intellectual property, our leadership team makes operational and investment decisions regarding these products and businesses at risk, not the least of which are decisions regarding our pipeline. Our leadership team actively manages the Company’s pipeline in order to identify innovative and realizable projects aligned with our core businesses that are expected to provide incremental and sustainable revenues and growth into the future. We believe that our current pipeline is strong enough to meet these objectives and provide future sources of revenues, in our core businesses, sufficient enough to sustain our growth and corporate health as other products in our established portfolio face generic competition and lose momentum. 72 We believe that we have a well-established product portfolio that is diversified within our core businesses. We also believe that we have a robust pipeline that not only provides for the next generation of our existing products, but also brings new solutions into the market. See Item 1A. “Risk Factors” of this Form 10-K for additional information on our competition risks. 73 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS The following table provides financial performance highlights for each of the last three years: Years Ended December 31, Change (in millions, except per share data) 2023 2022 2021 2022 to 2023 2021 to 2022 Revenues $ 8,757 $ 8,124 $ 8,434 $ 633 $ (310) Operating income $ 963 $ 454 $ 450 $ 509 $ 4 Loss before income taxes $ (390) $ (129) $ (1,024) $ (261) $ 895 Net loss $ (611) $ (212) $ (937) $ (399) $ 725 Net loss attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. $ (592) $ (225) $ (948) $ (367) $ 723 Loss per share attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. Basic and Diluted $ (1.62) $ (0.62) $ (2.64) $ (1.00) $ 2.02 Financial Performance Summary of 2023 Compared with 2022 Revenues for 2023 and 2022 were $8,757 million and $8,124 million, respectively, an increase of $633 million, or 8%. The increase was primarily driven by growth in the Bausch + Lomb, Salix, International and Solta Medical segments driven by: (i) higher volumes, (ii) improved net pricing and (iii) incremental sales attributable to acquisitions, partially offset by: (i) the unfavorable impact of foreign currencies, primarily in Europe and Asia, (ii) lower revenues in our Diversified segment and (iii) the impact of divestitures and discontinuations. The changes in our segment revenues and segment profits are discussed in further detail in the subsequent section titled “Reportable Segment Revenues and Profits”. Operating income was $963 million and $454 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, and included non-cash charges for Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets of $1,264 million and $1,394 million, Asset impairments of $54 million and $15 million, Goodwill impairments of $493 million and $824 million and Share-based compensation of $132 million and $126 million, respectively. The increase in our operating results of $509 million reflects, among other factors: • an increase in contribution (product sales revenue less cost of goods sold, exclusive of amortization and impairments of intangible assets) of $435 million and was primarily driven by the increase in revenues as discussed above; • an increase in Selling, general, and administrative expenses of $292 million, primarily attributable to higher compensation and higher selling, advertising and promotion expenses, including for XIIDRA, and certain administrative expenses; • an increase in R&D of $75 million primarily attributable to higher spend on certain Salix projects; • a decrease in Amortization of intangible assets of $138 million primarily attributable to fully amortized intangible assets no longer being amortized in 2023; • a decrease in Goodwill impairments of $331 million. In 2023, we recognized impairments aggregating $493 million to the goodwill of our Dermatology, Neurology and Generics reporting units, while in 2022, we recognized impairments aggregating $824 million to the goodwill of our Dermatology and Neurology businesses; • an increase in Asset impairments of $39 million, primarily attributable to the launch of a generic competitor to our Uceris ® Foam product in 2023; and • a favorable change in Other expense, net of $7 million, primarily attributable to insurance recoveries in 2023, partially offset by: (i) adjustments to reflect changes in estimates of the liability for Acquisition-related contingent consideration and (ii) Acquisition related transaction costs incurred in 2023. Loss before income taxes for 2023 and 2022 was $390 million and $129 million, respectively, an increase in our loss of $261 million. This increase is primarily attributable to: (i) a decrease in Gain on extinguishment of debt of $874 million and (ii) the unfavorable net change in Foreign exchange and other of $44 million, partially offset by: (i) the increase in our operating results of $509 million, as previously discussed, (ii) a decrease in Interest expense of $136 million and (iii) an increase in Interest income of $12 million. The decrease in interest expense is primarily due to the impact of the accounting treatment for a portion of interest payments on the New Secured Notes, which reduced reported interest expense by $282 million relative to contractual interest cost. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements 74 and the section below titled “LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES - Liquidity and Debt” for further details on the accounting for the Exchange Offer. Net loss attributable to Bausch Health for 2023 and 2022 was $592 million and $225 million, respectively, an increase of $367 million. The increase was primarily due to the increase in our Loss before income taxes of $261 million, as previously discussed, and the unfavorable change in our provision for income taxes of $138 million, partially offset by increase in Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interest of $32 million. Summary of 2022 Compared with 2021 Revenues for 2022 and 2021 were $8,124 million and $8,434 million, respectively, a decrease of $310 million, or 4%. The decrease was primarily driven by: (i) the unfavorable impact of foreign currencies, (ii) the impact of our divestiture of Amoun on July 26, 2021 and (iii) a decrease in volumes primarily attributable to our Diversified and Salix segments partially offset by the increase in volumes in our Bausch + Lomb and International segments. These decreases were partially offset by an increase in net realized pricing, primarily in our Salix, Bausch + Lomb and International segments. The changes in our segment revenues and segment profits are discussed in further detail in the subsequent section titled “Reportable Segment Revenues and Profits”. Operating income was $454 million and $450 million for 2022 and 2021, respectively, and includes non-cash charges for Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets of $1,394 million and $1,552 million, Asset impairments, including loss on assets held for sale of $15 million and $234 million, Goodwill impairments of $824 million and $469 million and Share-based compensation of $126 million and $128 million for 2022 and 2021, respectively. The increase in our operating results of $4 million reflects, among other factors: • a decrease in contribution (product sales revenue less cost of goods sold, exclusive of amortization and impairments of intangible assets) of $271 million. The decrease was primarily driven by: (i) the unfavorable impact of foreign currencies, (ii) the impact of our divestiture of Amoun on July 26, 2021 and (iii) the decrease in volumes, as previously discussed, partially offset by the increase in net realized pricing; • an increase in Selling, general, and administrative expenses of $1 million; • an increase in R&D of $64 million primarily attributable to lower R&D spend in 2021, as certain R&D activities and clinical trials which were suspended in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and did not normalize until later in 2021; • a decrease in Amortization of intangible assets of $160 million primarily attributable to fully amortized intangible assets no longer being amortized in 2022; • an increase in Goodwill impairments of $355 million as we recognized impairments of $824 million and $469 million for 2022 and 2021, respectively, associated with our Neurology and Dermatology reporting units; • a decrease in Asset impairments, including loss on assets held for sale of $219 million, primarily attributable to adjustments to the loss on assets held for sale in connection with the Amoun Sale during 2021; and • a favorable change in Other expense, net of $338 million, primarily attributable: (i) to higher adjustments related to the settlements of certain litigation matters during 2021 and (ii) the loss on the completion of the Amoun Sale 2021, partially offset by insurance recoveries related to certain litigation matters. Our Loss before income taxes for 2022 and 2021 was $129 million and $1,024 million, respectively, a decrease in our loss of $895 million. This was primarily attributable to: (i) the favorable change in Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt of $937 million primarily driven by the Exchange Offer and open market repurchases of senior notes and (ii) the increase in our operating results of $4 million, partially offset by: (i) an increase in Interest expense of $38 million and (ii) an unfavorable net change in Foreign exchange and other of $15 million. Net loss attributable to Bausch Health for 2022 and 2021 was $225 million and $948 million, respectively, a decrease in our loss of $723 million. This was primarily due to the decrease in our Loss before income taxes of $895 million, as previously discussed, partially offset by the unfavorable change in our provision for income taxes of $170 million. 75 RESULTS OF OPERATIONS Our results for the years 2023, 2022 and 2021 were as follows: Years Ended December 31, Change (in millions) 2023 2022 2021 2022 to 2023 2021 to 2022 Revenues Product sales $ 8,663 $ 8,025 $ 8,328 $ 638 $ (303) Other revenues 94 99 106 (5) (7) 8,757 8,124 8,434 633 (310) Expenses Cost of goods sold (excluding amortization and impairments of intangible assets) 2,519 2,316 2,350 203 (34) Cost of other revenues 40 48 44 (8) 4 Selling, general and administrative 2,917 2,625 2,624 292 1 Research and development 604 529 465 75 64 Amortization of intangible assets 1,077 1,215 1,375 (138) (160) Goodwill impairments 493 824 469 (331) 355 Asset impairments, including loss on assets held for sale 54 15 234 39 (219) Restructuring, integration, separation and IPO costs 62 63 50 (1) 13 Other expense, net 28 35 373 (7) (338) 7,794 7,670 7,984 124 (314) Operating income 963 454 450 509 4 Interest income 26 14 7 12 7 Interest expense (1,328) (1,464) (1,426) 136 (38) Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt 1 875 (62) (874) 937 Foreign exchange and other (52) (8) 7 (44) (15) Loss before income taxes (390) (129) (1,024) (261) 895 (Provision for) benefit from income taxes (221) (83) 87 (138) (170) Net loss (611) (212) (937) (399) 725 Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interest 19 (13) (11) 32 (2) Net loss attributable to Bausch Health Companies Inc. $ (592) $ (225) $ (948) $ (367) $ 723 A detailed discussion of the year-over-year changes of the Company’s 2022 results compared with that of 2021 can be found under “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022 filed on February 23, 2023. 2023 Compared with 2022 Revenues The Company’s revenues are primarily generated from product sales, principally in the therapeutic areas of GI, neurology, dermatology and eye health, that consist of: (i) branded pharmaceuticals, (ii) generic and branded generic pharmaceuticals, (iii) OTC products and (iv) medical devices (contact lenses, intraocular lenses, ophthalmic surgical equipment and aesthetic medical devices). Other revenues include alliance and service revenue from the licensing and co-promotion of products and contract service revenue primarily in the areas of dermatology and topical medication. Contract service revenue is derived primarily from contract manufacturing for third parties and is not material. See Note 22, “SEGMENT INFORMATION” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the disaggregation of revenues which depicts how the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows are affected by the economic factors of each category of customer contracts. Our revenues were $8,757 million and $8,124 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $633 million, or 8%. The increase was due to: (i) an increase in volumes of $335 million, in our Bausch + Lomb, Salix, Solta Medical and International segments partially offset by lower volumes in our Diversified segment, (ii) improved net pricing of $224 million across all our segments and (iii) incremental sales attributable to acquisitions of $141 million, partially offset by: (i) the 76 unfavorable impact of foreign currencies of $45 million primarily in Europe and Asia and (ii) the impact of divestitures and discontinuations of $22 million. The changes in our segment revenues and segment profits are discussed in further detail in the respective subsequent section “ — Reportable Segment Revenues and Profits”. Cash Discounts and Allowances, Chargebacks and Distribution Fees As is customary in the pharmaceutical industry, gross product sales are subject to a variety of deductions in arriving at net product sales. Provisions for these deductions are recognized concurrently with the recognition of gross product sales. These provisions include cash discounts and allowances, chargebacks and distribution fees, which are paid or credited to direct customers, as well as rebates and returns, which can be paid or credited to direct and indirect customers. As more fully discussed in Note 2, “SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements, the Company continually monitors the provisions for these deductions and evaluates the estimates used as additional information becomes available. Price appreciation credits are generated when we increase a product’s wholesaler acquisition cost (“WAC”) under our contracts with certain wholesalers. Under such contracts, we are entitled to credits from such wholesalers for the impact of that WAC increase on inventory on hand at the wholesalers. In wholesaler contracts, such credits are offset against the total distribution service fees we pay on all of our products to each such wholesaler. In addition, some payor contracts require discounting if a price increase or series of price increases in a contract period exceeds a negotiated threshold. Returns provision balances and volume discounts to direct customers are included in Accrued and other current liabilities. All other provisions related to direct customers are included in Trade receivables, net, while provision balances related to indirect customers are included in Accrued and other current liabilities. We actively manage these offerings, focusing on the incremental costs of our patient assistance programs, the level of discounting to non-retail accounts and identifying opportunities to minimize product returns. We also concentrate on managing our relationships with our payors and wholesalers, reviewing the ranges of our offerings and being disciplined as to the amount and type of incentives we negotiate. Provisions recorded to reduce gross product sales to net product sales and revenues for 2023 and 2022 were as follows: Years Ended December 31, 2023 2022 (in millions) Amount Pct. Amount Pct. Gross product sales $ 14,700 100.0 % $ 13,594 100.0 % Provisions to reduce gross product sales to net product sales Discounts and allowances 619 4.2 % 571 4.2 % Returns 146 1.0 % 131 1.0 % Rebates 2,980 20.3 % 2,586 19.1 % Chargebacks 2,050 13.9 % 2,063 15.1 % Distribution service fees 242 1.6 % 218 1.6 % 6,037 41.0 % 5,569 41.0 % Net product sales $ 8,663 59.0 % $ 8,025 59.0 % Discounts and allowances, returns, rebates, chargebacks and distribution service fees as a percentage of gross product sales were 41.0% in 2023 and 2022, in each period and includes: • discounts and allowances as a percentage of gross product sales were unchanged; • returns as a percentage of gross product sales were unchanged; • rebates as a percentage of gross product sales were higher primarily due to the acquisition of XIIDRA ® by Bausch + Lomb, the impact of an increase in gross product sales and higher rebate rates for certain branded products such as Xifaxan ® , Trulance ® and Jublia ® , partially offset by lower gross product sales and lower rebate rates for certain branded products such as Wellbutrin ® , Retin-A ® Microsphere .06%, Retin-A ® and Microsphere .08%. We estimate that a 1% change in our estimated rates used in determining the Medicaid rebate reserve would have impacted our pre-tax earnings by approximately $88 million for 2023; • chargebacks as a percentage of gross product sales were lower primarily due to lower gross product sales of certain generic products such as Apriso ® AG, Targretin ® AG, Syprine ® AG and Cuprimine ® AG. These decreases were 77 partially offset by: (i) increased gross product sales of our GI products Xifaxan ® and Glumetza ® SLX and (ii) higher chargeback rates for certain generics and branded generics; and • distribution service fees as a percentage of gross product sales were unchanged. Price appreciation credits were $11 million and $10 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively. Operating Expenses Cost of Goods Sold (excluding amortization and impairments of intangible assets) Cost of goods sold primarily includes: manufacturing and packaging; the cost of products we purchase from third parties; royalty payments we make to third parties; depreciation of manufacturing facilities and equipment; and lower of cost or net realizable value adjustments to inventories. Cost of goods sold typically vary between periods as a result of product mix, volume, royalties, changes in foreign currency and inflation. Cost of goods sold excludes the amortization and impairments of intangible assets. Cost of goods sold was $2,519 million and $2,316 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $203 million, or 9%. The increase was primarily driven by: (i) the increase in volumes as previously discussed, (ii) charges related to the Injector recall, as discussed below, and (iii) costs of sales associated with Bausch + Lomb’s acquisitions entered into in 2023, which includes the amortization of an interim contract and inventory step-up as part of the purchase accounting, partially offset by: (i) favorable manufacturing variances and (ii) the favorable impact of foreign currencies. In May 2023 we initiated a voluntary recall in EMEA and Canada of our Emerade epinephrine auto-injectors (0.3 mg and 0.5 mg) (the “Injector”) used to deliver an emergency treatment of epinephrine to patients who are at risk of serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis). The recall resulted in inventory provisions of approximately $9 million, product return provisions of approximately $2 million and other costs of approximately $3 million for 2023. It is possible that additional charges may be incurred based on future developments associated with this voluntary recall. Cost of goods sold as a percentage of Product sales revenue was 29.1% and 28.9% for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of 0.2 percentage points primarily attributable to higher Cost of goods sold, as discussed above. Selling, General and Administrative Expenses SG&A expenses primarily include: employee compensation associated with sales and marketing, finance, legal, information technology, human resources and other administrative functions; certain outside legal fees and consultancy costs; product promotion expenses; overhead and occupancy costs; depreciation of corporate facilities and equipment; and other general and administrative costs. The Company has incurred, and expects to continue to incur, incremental costs with respect to the B+L Separation. During 2022, the Company also incurred incremental costs indirectly related to the suspended initial public offering of its aesthetic medical device business, Solta Medical (the “Solta IPO”). These separation-related and IPO-related costs include, but are not limited to: (i) IT infrastructure and software licensing costs, (ii) rebranding costs, (iii) costs associated with facility relocation and/or modification and (iv) research and development costs. SG&A expenses were $2,917 million and $2,625 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $292 million, or 11%. The increase was primarily attributable to higher: (i) compensation, (ii) selling, advertising and promotion expenses, including for XIIDRA and (iii) certain administrative expenses. These increases were partially offset by: (i) lower professional fees associated with the separation of certain functions in connection with the B+L Separation and (ii) the favorable impact of foreign currencies. Research and Development Expenses Included in Research and development are costs related to our product development and quality assurance programs. Expenses related to product development include: employee compensation costs; overhead and occupancy costs; depreciation of research and development facilities and equipment; clinical trial costs; clinical manufacturing and scale-up costs; and other third-party development costs. Quality assurance are the costs incurred to meet evolving customer and regulatory standards and include: employee compensation costs; overhead and occupancy costs; amortization of software; and other third-party costs. R&D expenses were $604 million and $529 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $75 million, or 14%. R&D expenses as a percentage of Product sales were approximately 7% for 2023 and 2022, in each period. The increase was primarily attributable to higher spend on certain Salix projects, primarily our rifaximin SSD formulation, as previously discussed. 78 Amortization of Intangible Assets Intangible assets with finite lives are amortized using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives, generally 1 to 20 years. Management continually assesses the useful lives related to the Company’s long-lived assets to reflect the most current assumptions. Amortization of intangible assets was $1,077 million and $1,215 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, a decrease of $138 million, or 11%. The decrease was primarily attributable to fully amortized intangible assets no longer being amortized in 2023. See Note 8, “INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details related to our intangible assets. Goodwill Impairments Goodwill is not amortized but is tested for impairment at least annually at the reporting unit level. An interim goodwill impairment test in advance of the annual impairment assessment may be required if events occur that indicate an impairment might be present. A reporting unit is the same as, or one level below, an operating segment. We test reporting units for impairment by comparing the estimated fair value of each reporting unit with its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value, we record an impairment based on the difference between fair value and carrying amount of the reporting unit as a reduction to goodwill. The fair value of a reporting unit refers to the price that would be received to sell the reporting unit in an orderly transaction between market participants. We estimate the fair values of our reporting units using a discounted cash flow model, which utilizes Level 3 unobservable inputs. Goodwill impairments were $493 million and $824 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, a decrease of $331 million, or 40%. 2023 Assessment Dermatology and Neurology Through the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Dermatology and Neurology reporting units had performed largely in line with the forecasted results used in their long term forecasts prepared as of September 30, 2022 and October 1, 2022, respectively, when a fair value quantitative test for each of these reporting units was last performed. During the third quarter of 2023, for reasons discussed in Note 8, “INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements, the Company’s preliminary assessment of future business performance indicated that the future financial results of these reporting units were expected to be below the assumptions used in their last quantitative fair value tests. After considering the limited headroom as a result of the impairment to goodwill of the Dermatology reporting unit (September 30, 2022) and the Neurology reporting unit (October 1, 2022) when last tested, the Company determined that these changes in facts and circumstances, as well as increases in market interest rates during the three months ended September 30, 2023, suggested that the fair values of these reporting units could be less than their respective carrying amounts, and therefore a quantitative fair value test for each of these reporting units was performed. Based on the quantitative fair value tests, the carrying values of the Dermatology and Neurology reporting units exceeded their fair values at September 30, 2023 by $151 million and $251 million, respectively, and we recognized goodwill impairments of $402 million during the three months ended September 30, 2023. Generics The Generics reporting unit operates in the United States, where shifting market dynamics, including changes in payer demands, health care legislation, and other regulations are contributing to increasing pressure for the reduction of healthcare costs, through pricing of pharmaceutical products. The Generics reporting unit’s product portfolio is by its nature impacted by these changing market dynamics. As a result, the Company revised its long-term forecasts for the Generics reporting unit to reflect these developments. The Company’s annual goodwill impairment test as of October 1, 2023, included performing a quantitative fair value test for the Generics reporting unit of our Diversified segment as discussed in Note 8, “INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements. Based on the quantitative fair value testing performed as of October 1, 2023, a $91 million impairment to the goodwill of the Generics reporting unit was recognized. 2022 Assessment Dermatology During the second quarter of 2022, increases in interest rates and, to a lesser extent, higher than expected inflation in the U.S. and other macroeconomic factors impacted key assumptions used to value the Dermatology reporting unit at March 31, 79 2022 (the last time goodwill of the Dermatology reporting unit was tested). As a result of these market conditions and given the reporting unit’s limited headroom, goodwill for our Dermatology reporting unit was impaired during the three month period ended June 30, 2022 reflecting our best estimate at that time of the outlook and risks of this business. Based on the quantitative fair value testing performed as of June 30, 2022, an $83 million impairment to the goodwill of the Dermatology reporting unit was recognized. As a result, there was zero headroom in the Dermatology reporting unit as of June 30, 2022. During the third quarter of 2022, the Company continued to monitor the market conditions impacting the Dermatology reporting unit. Continued increases in interest rates and, to a lesser extent, higher than expected inflation in the U.S. and other macroeconomic factors impacted key assumptions used to value the Dermatology reporting unit at June 30, 2022. As a result of these market conditions and given there was no headroom as a result of the impairment to goodwill in the previous quarter, goodwill for our Dermatology reporting unit was impaired during the three months period ended September 30, 2022, reflecting our best estimate at that time of the outlook and risks of this business. Based on the quantitative fair value testing performed as of September 30, 2022, a $119 million impairment to the goodwill of the Dermatology reporting unit was recognized. Neurology The Neurology reporting unit operates in the United States, where shifting market dynamics, including changes in payer demands (such as pharmaceutical market access and contractual pricing), health care legislation, and other regulations are contributing to increasing pressure for the reduction of healthcare costs, through both pricing of pharmaceutical products and/or directing patients to lower cost unbranded generic products. This includes recent changes related to pharmaceutical pricing by the Federal government, including the passage of the IRA in August 2022 and, effective in 2024, changes to Medicaid rebate caps (passed as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021). The nature of the Neurology reporting unit’s product portfolio, which includes branded generic pharmaceuticals, is by its nature more directly impacted by these changing market dynamics, creating increased pressure on the reporting unit’s long-term financial performance. In response to these pressures, as well as to consider anticipated increased competition from new market entrants in 2023, during the fourth quarter of 2022, we began taking steps to: (i) reassess our pricing strategies, (ii) re-evaluate our marketing and promotional efforts and (iii) reduce our cost structure and revised our long-term forecasts for the Neurology reporting unit to reflect these developments. As a result of the revisions to our long-term expectations for these changes and other factors, goodwill for our Neurology reporting unit was impaired during our 2022 annual impairment test reflecting our best estimate at that time of the outlook and risks of this business. Based on the quantitative fair value testing performed as of October 1, 2022, a $622 million impairment to the goodwill of the Neurology reporting unit was recognized. See Note 8, “INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements and “CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES — Goodwill” for further details related to our goodwill. Asset impairments Long-lived assets with finite lives are tested for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable. Impairment charges associated with these assets are included in Asset impairments in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The Company continues to monitor the recoverability of its finite-lived intangible assets and tests the intangible assets for impairment if indicators of impairment are present. Asset impairments were $54 million and $15 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $39 million. Asset impairments for 2023 includes: (i) $37 million related to the impairment to the intangible assets associated with our Uceris ® Foam product as discussed below, (ii) impairments of $8 million, in aggregate, attributable to certain trade names no longer in use and (iii) impairments of $9 million, in aggregate related to the discontinuance of certain product lines. Uceris ® Foam - On April 12, 2023, the FDA approved an ANDA submitted by a competitor, for a budesonide (a steroid (cortisone-like) medicine) foam to help treat mild to moderate active ulcerative colitis. This product is a generic version of our Uceris ® Foam product. As of June 30, 2023, the carrying value of the Uceris ® Foam product related intangible assets exceeded the undiscounted expected cash flows from the Uceris ® Foam. As a result, the Company recognized an impairment of $37 million to reduce the carrying value of the Uceris ® Foam product related intangible assets to their estimated fair value. Asset impairments, including loss on assets held for sale for 2022 includes: (i) impairments of $10 million, in aggregate, due to decreases in forecasted sales of certain product lines and (ii) impairments of $5 million, in aggregate, related to the discontinuance of certain product lines. See Note 8, “INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details related to our intangible assets. 80 Restructuring, Integration, Separation and IPO Costs Restructuring, integration, separation and IPO costs were $62 million and $63 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, a decrease of $1 million. Restructuring and integration costs The Company evaluates opportunities to improve its operating results and implements cost savings programs to streamline its operations and eliminate redundant processes and expenses. Restructuring and integration costs are expenses associated with the implementation of these cost savings programs and include expenses associated with: (i) reducing headcount, (ii) eliminating real estate costs associated with unused or under-utilized facilities and (iii) implementing contribution margin improvement and other cost reduction initiatives. Restructuring and integration costs were $58 million and $30 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $28 million. The Company continues to evaluate opportunities to streamline its operations and identify additional cost savings globally. Although a specific plan does not exist at this time, the Company may identify and take additional exit and cost-rationalization restructuring actions in the future, the costs of which could be material. Separation and IPO costs The Company has incurred, and expects to continue to incur costs associated with activities relating to the B+L Separation. In 2022, the Company also incurred costs associated with activities relating to the Solta IPO, which was suspended in June 2022. These B+L Separation and Solta IPO activities include: (i) separating the Bausch + Lomb and, in 2022, Solta Medical businesses from the remainder of the Company, (ii) completing the B+L IPO and, in 2022, preparing for the suspended Solta IPO and (iii) the actions necessary for Bausch + Lomb to become an independent publicly traded entity. Separation and IPO costs are incremental costs directly related to the ongoing B+L Separation and, in 2022, the suspended Solta IPO and include, but are not limited to: (i) legal, audit and advisory fees, (ii) talent acquisition costs and (iii) costs associated with establishing a new board of directors and related board committees for Bausch + Lomb. Separation and IPO costs were $4 million and $33 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively. The extent and timing of future charges of these costs to complete the B+L Separation cannot be reasonably estimated at this time and could be material. See Note 4, “RESTRUCTURING, INTEGRATION, SEPARATION AND IPO COSTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details regarding these actions. Other expense, net Other expense, net for 2023 and 2022 consists of the following: (in millions) 2023 2022 Litigation and other matters $ (53) $ 9 Acquired in-process research and development costs — 1 Net gain on sale of assets (3) (5) Acquisition-related contingent consideration 59 29 Acquisition-related transaction costs 24 — Other, net 1 1 Other expense, net $ 28 $ 35 Litigation and other matters primarily related to insurance recoveries regarding certain litigation matters, Acquisition-related contingent consideration reflects adjustments for changes in estimates in the timing and amounts of the future royalty and milestone payments related to certain branded products and Acquisition-related transaction costs primarily related to transaction costs attributable to the acquisition of XIIDRA ® by Bausch + Lomb. Non-Operating Income and Expense Interest Expense Interest expense primarily consists of interest payments due, amortization and write-off of debt discounts, premiums and debt issuance costs under our credit facilities and notes as well as the amortization of amounts excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness over the term of the Company’s cross-currency swaps. 81 Interest expense was $1,328 million and $1,464 million and included non-cash amortization and write-offs of debt discounts, premiums and debt issuance costs of $65 million and $99 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively. Interest expense decreased $136 million, or 9%, in 2023 as compared to 2022, primarily due to the accounting for contractual interest payments on the New Secured Notes, portions of which are recorded as a reduction of related premiums and not as interest expense, which had the impact of reducing interest expense by $282 million relative to contractual interest cost. This decrease was partially offset by higher interest rates. The weighted average stated rate of interest as of December 31, 2023 and 2022 was 8.05% and 7.74%, respectively. The increase in the weighted average stated rate of interest of 31 bps is primarily attributable to the New Secured Notes and term loan facilities. Due to the accounting treatment for the New Secured Notes, interest expense in the Company’s financial statements in future periods will not be representative of the weighted average stated rate of interest. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details. Gain on Extinguishment of Debt Gain on extinguishment of debt represents the differences between the amounts paid to settle extinguished debts and the carrying value of the related extinguished debt. Gain on extinguishment of debt was approximately $1 million and $875 million in 2023 and 2022, respectively, primarily associated with certain refinancing transactions and represents the differences between the amounts paid to settle the extinguished debt and its carrying value. See Item 7. “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations — Overview — Focus on Value and Core Businesses” for additional information regarding our gain on extinguishment of debt. During December 2023, through a series of transactions we repurchased and retired outstanding senior unsecured notes with an aggregate par value of $8 million in the open market for approximately $7 million using cash on hand. The gain on extinguishment of debt for 2022 includes: (i) the gain associated with the Exchange Offer of $570 million and (ii) the gains associated with the early retirement of certain senior unsecured notes of $369 million discussed below, partially offset by $64 million of losses associated with the refinancing and modification to certain debt obligations completed in connection with the B+L IPO, each as discussed in further detail below, under “— Liquidity and Capital Resources — Liquidity and Debt”. During 2022, through a series of transactions we repurchased and retired outstanding senior unsecured notes with an aggregate par value of $927 million in the open market for approximately $550 million using: (i) the net proceeds from the partial exercise of the over-allotment option in the B+L IPO by the underwriters, after deducting underwriting commissions, (ii) amounts available under our revolving credit facility and (iii) cash on hand. The senior notes retired had maturities of November 2025 through February 2031 and had a weighted average interest rate of approximately 5.60%. As a result of these transactions, we recognized a gain on the extinguishment of debt of approximately $369 million. See Item 7. “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations — Focus on Value and Core Businesses — September 2022 Exchange Offer” for details of maturities and principal balances debt obligations. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details. Foreign Exchange and Other Foreign exchange and other was a loss of $52 million and $8 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an unfavorable net change of $44 million primarily due to: (i) transaction gains/losses on intercompany balances and third-party liabilities and (ii) the gain/loss due to foreign currency exchange contracts. Income Taxes Income taxes are accounted for under the liability method. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the temporary differences between the financial statement and income tax bases of assets and liabilities, and for operating losses and tax credit carryforwards. Deferred tax assets for outside basis differences in investments in subsidiaries are only recognized if the difference will be realized in the foreseeable future. Provision for income taxes was $221 million and $83 million in 2023 and 2022, respectively, an unfavorable net change of $138 million, primarily attributable to changes in our jurisdictional mix of earnings. In 2023, the Company’s valuation allowance increased $231 million primarily due to book taxable loss in Canada and an increase for state tax losses expected to be unusable in the United States. Our consolidated foreign rate differential reflects the net total tax cost or benefit on income earned or losses incurred in jurisdictions outside of Canada as compared to the net total tax cost or benefit of such income (on a jurisdictional basis) at the Canadian statutory rate of 26.9%. Tax costs below the Canadian statutory rate generate a beneficial foreign rate differential as do tax benefits generated in jurisdictions where the statutory tax rate exceeds the Canadian statutory tax rate. The net total 82 foreign rate differentials generated in each jurisdiction in which we operate is not expected to bear a direct relationship to the net total amount of foreign income (or loss) earned outside of Canada. In 2023 and 2022, our effective tax rate differs from the statutory Canadian income tax rate primarily due to: (i) the recording of valuation allowances on entities for which no tax benefit of losses is recorded, (ii) impairment to goodwill which is non-deductible under tax laws, (iii) changes in tax attributes, (iv) the tax provision generated from our mix of earnings by jurisdiction, (v) changes in uncertain tax positions and (vi) changes in the valuation allowance related to foreign tax credits and net operating losses. We record a valuation allowance against our deferred tax assets to reduce their net carrying value to an amount that we believe is more likely than not to be realized. In determining our deferred tax asset valuation allowance, we estimate our ability to utilize future sources of income to realize the benefits of our temporary income tax differences including: (i) net operating loss carryforwards in each jurisdiction, primarily in Canada, the U.S. and Ireland, (ii) research and development tax credit carryforwards, (iii) scientific research and experimental development pool carryforwards and (iv) investment tax credit carryforwards. When we establish/increase or reduce/decrease the valuation allowance, the provision for income taxes will increase or decrease, respectively, in the period such determination is made. Our valuation allowance against deferred tax assets as of December 31, 2023 and 2022 was $2,254 million and $2,023 million, respectively, an increase of $231 million, as discussed above. See Note 17, “INCOME TAXES” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details. Reportable Segment Revenues and Profits Our portfolio of products falls into five reportable segments: (i) Salix, (ii) International, (iii) Solta Medical, (iv) Diversified and (v) Bausch + Lomb. The following is a brief description of our segments: • The Salix segment consists of sales in the U.S. of GI products. Sales of the Xifaxan ® product line represented approximately 80% of Salix segment revenues. • The International segment consists of sales, with the exception of sales of Bausch + Lomb products and Solta Medical aesthetic medical devices, outside the U.S and Puerto Rico of branded pharmaceutical products, branded generic pharmaceutical products and OTC products. • The Solta Medical segment consists of global sales of Solta Medical aesthetic medical devices. • The Diversified segment consists of sales in the U.S. of: (i) pharmaceutical products in the areas of neurology and certain other therapeutic classes, (ii) dermatology products, (iii) generic pharmaceutical products and (iv) dentistry products. • The Bausch + Lomb segment consists of global sales of Bausch + Lomb Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals products. Segment profit is based on operating income after the elimination of intercompany transactions. Certain costs, such as Amortization of intangible assets, Asset impairments, including loss on assets held for sale, Restructuring, integration, separation and IPO costs, and Other expense, net, are not included in the measure of segment profit, as management excludes these items in assessing segment financial performance. See Note 22, “SEGMENT INFORMATION” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for a reconciliation of segment profit to Loss before income taxes. 83 The following table presents segment revenues, segment revenues as a percentage of total revenues and the year over year changes in segment revenues for 2023 and 2022. The following table also presents segment profits, segment profits as a percentage of segment revenues and the year-over-year changes in segment profits for 2023 and 2022. Years Ended December 31, Change 2023 2022 2022 to 2023 (in millions) Amount Pct. Amount Pct. Amount Pct. Segment Revenue Salix $ 2,250 26 % $ 2,090 26 % $ 160 8 % International 1,071 12 % 988 12 % 83 8 % Solta Medical 347 4 % 300 4 % 47 16 % Diversified 943 11 % 978 12 % (35) (4) % Bausch + Lomb 4,146 47 % 3,768 46 % 378 10 % Total revenues $ 8,757 100 % $ 8,124 100 % $ 633 8 % Segment Profits / Segment Profit Margins Salix $ 1,548 69 % $ 1,489 71 % $ 59 4 % International 335 31 % 324 33 % 11 3 % Solta Medical 161 46 % 135 45 % 26 19 % Diversified 586 62 % 612 63 % (26) (4) % Bausch + Lomb 980 24 % 874 23 % 106 12 % Total $ 3,610 41 % $ 3,434 42 % $ 176 5 % Organic Revenues and Organic Growth Rates (non-GAAP) Organic revenue and organic revenue change are non-GAAP measures. Non-GAAP measures are not standardized measures under the financial reporting framework used to prepare the Company’s financial statements and might not be comparable to similar financial measures disclosed by other issuers. Organic revenue (non-GAAP) and change in organic revenue (non-GAAP), are defined as GAAP Revenue and change in GAAP revenue (the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures), adjusted for changes in foreign currency exchange rates (if applicable) and excluding the impact of recent acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations, as defined below. Organic revenue (non-GAAP) is impacted by changes in product volumes and price. The price component is made up of two key drivers: (i) changes in product gross selling price and (ii) changes in sales deductions. The Company uses organic revenue (non-GAAP) and change in organic revenue (non-GAAP) to assess performance of its reportable segments, and the Company in total. The Company believes that providing these measures is useful to investors as they provide a supplemental period-to-period comparison. The adjustments to GAAP Revenue and changes in GAAP revenue to determine organic revenue (non-GAAP) and changes in organic revenue (non-GAAP) are as follows: Foreign currency exchange rates: Although changes in foreign currency exchange rates are part of our business, they are not within management’s control. Changes in foreign currency exchange rates, however, can mask positive or negative trends in the business. The impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates is determined as the difference in the current period reported revenues at their current period currency exchange rates and the current period reported revenues revalued using the monthly average currency exchange rates during the comparable prior period. Acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations: In order to present period-over-period organic revenue (non-GAAP) growth/change on a comparable basis, revenues associated with acquisitions, divestitures and discontinuations are adjusted to include only revenues from those businesses and assets owned during both periods. Accordingly, organic revenue and organic growth/change exclude from the current period, revenues attributable to each acquisition for twelve months subsequent to the day of acquisition, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable prior period. Organic revenue and change in organic revenue exclude from the prior period, all revenues attributable to each divestiture and discontinuance during the twelve months prior to the day of divestiture or discontinuance, as there are no revenues from those businesses and assets included in the comparable current period. 84 The following table presents a reconciliation of GAAP revenues to organic revenues (non-GAAP) and presents organic revenue (Non-GAAP) and the year over year changes in organic revenue (Non-GAAP) for 2023 and 2022 by segment. Year ended December 31, 2023 Year ended December 31, 2022 Change in Organic Revenue (Non-GAAP) Revenue as Reported Changes in Exchange Rates Acquisitions Organic Revenue (Non-GAAP) Revenue as Reported Divestitures and Discontinuations Organic Revenue (Non-GAAP) (in millions) Amount Pct. Salix $ 2,250 $ — $ — $ 2,250 $ 2,090 $ — $ 2,090 $ 160 8 % International 1,071 (31) — 1,040 988 (10) 978 62 6 % Solta Medical 347 8 — 355 300 — 300 55 18 % Diversified 943 — — 943 978 (2) 976 (33) (3) % Bausch + Lomb 4,146 68 (141) 4,073 3,768 (10) 3,758 315 8 % Total $ 8,757 $ 45 $ (141) $ 8,661 $ 8,124 $ (22) $ 8,102 $ 559 7 % Salix Segment: Salix Segment Revenue The Salix segment includes the Xifaxan ® product line, which accounted for approximately 80% of the Salix segment revenues and approximately 21% of the Company’s revenues for 2023 and 2022. No other single product group represents 10% or more of the Salix segment revenues. The Salix segment revenue was $2,250 million and $2,090 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $160 million, or 8%. The increase was primarily attributable to: (i) an increase in volumes of $107 million, which reflected growth and underlying demand as well as the impact of a benefit in the second half of 2023 from wholesaler stocking patterns associated with certain products including Xifaxan ® and (ii) an increase in net realized pricing of $53 million. Salix Segment Profit The Salix segment profit was $1,548 million and $1,489 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $59 million, or 4%. The increase was primarily driven by the increase in contribution attributable to the increase in revenues, as previously discussed, partially offset by higher: (i) advertising and promotion and selling expenses, primarily due to increased Xifaxan ® investments and (ii) R&D expenses, including for our global RED-C program. International Segment: International Segment Revenue The International segment has a diversified product line with no single product group representing 10% or more of its product sales. The International segment revenue was $1,071 million and $988 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $83 million, or 8%. The increase was primarily attributable to: (i) an increase in net realized pricing of $47 million, (ii) the favorable impact of foreign currencies of $31 million, primarily in Latin America and Europe and (iii) an increase in volumes of $15 million, partially offset by the impact of divestitures and discontinuations of $10 million. Revenues for 2022, also reflect charges of $13 million representing a change in estimated future returns in one market, driven by lower estimated demand following the easing of local COVID-19 lockdown restrictions as well as a change in distributors. International Segment Profit The International segment profit for 2023 and 2022 was $335 million and $324 million, respectively, an increase of $11 million, or 3%. The increase was primarily due to: (i) the favorable impact of manufacturing variances and (ii) the favorable impact of foreign currencies, partially offset by the increase in selling expenses and advertising and promotion expenses. Solta Medical Segment: Solta Medical Segment Revenue The Solta Medical segment includes the Thermage ® product lines, which accounted for approximately 82% and 77% of the Solta Medical segment revenues for 2023 and 2022, respectively. No other single product group represents 10% or more of the Solta Medical segment revenues. The Solta Medical segment revenue was $347 million and $300 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $47 million, or 16%. The increase was primarily attributable to: (i) an increase in volumes of $50 million and (ii) increase in net realized pricing of $5 million, partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currencies of $8 million. 85 Solta Medical Segment Profit The Solta Medical segment profit was $161 million and $135 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $26 million, or 19%. The increase was primarily attributable to an increase in contribution due to increase in revenues, as previously discussed, partially offset by: (i) the unfavorable impact of foreign currencies and (ii) higher selling, advertising and promotion expenses. Diversified Segment: Diversified Segment Revenue The Diversified segment revenue was $943 million and $978 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, a decrease of $35 million, or 4%. The decrease was primarily driven by: (i) a decrease in volumes of $42 million, primarily in our Neurology and Dermatology businesses and (ii) the impact of divestitures and discontinuations of $2 million, partially offset by an increase in net realized pricing of $9 million, primarily in our Neurology businesses. Diversified Segment Profit The Diversified segment profit was $586 million and $612 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, a decrease of $26 million, or 4% and was primarily driven by lower contribution attributable to the net decrease in revenues, as previously discussed, partially offset by lower: (i) selling, general and administrative expenses and (ii) R&D. Bausch + Lomb Segment: Bausch + Lomb Segment Revenue The Bausch + Lomb segment has a diversified product line with no single product group representing 10% or more of its segment revenues. The Bausch + Lomb segment revenue was $4,146 million and $3,768 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $378 million, or 10%. The increase was primarily attributable to: (i) an increase in volumes of $205 million across each of the Bausch + Lomb businesses, (ii) incremental sales attributable to acquisitions of $141 million, primarily related to the Pharmaceuticals and Vision Care businesses and (iii) an increase in net realized pricing of $110 million, primarily driven by the Vision Care business, partially offset by: (i) the unfavorable impact of foreign currencies across all of Bausch + Lomb’s international businesses of $68 million, primarily in Europe and Asia and (ii) the impact of divestitures and discontinuations of $10 million, related to the discontinuation of certain products within the Surgical and Vision Care businesses. Bausch + Lomb Segment Profit The Bausch + Lomb segment profit was $980 million and $874 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $106 million, or 12%. The increase was primarily attributable to the increase in contribution, driven by the increase in revenues, as previously discussed, partially offset by higher selling expenses and advertising and promotional expenses primarily related to XIIDRA ® and the launch of MIEBO ® . 86 LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES Cash Flows Summarized cash flow information for the years 2023, 2022 and 2021 is as follows: Years Ended December 31, Change (in millions) 2023 2022 2021 2022 to 2023 2021 to 2022 Net loss $ (611) $ (212) $ (937) $ (399) $ 725 Adjustments to reconcile Net loss to net cash provided by operating activities 2,225 (120) 2,491 2,345 (2,611) Cash provided by (used in) operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities 1,614 (332) 1,554 1,946 (1,886) Changes in operating assets and liabilities (582) (396) (128) (186) (268) Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 1,032 (728) 1,426 1,760 (2,154) Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities (2,145) (303) 409 (1,842) (712) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 1,475 (474) (1,513) 1,949 1,039 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 9 (23) (19) 32 (4) Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and other settlement deposits 371 (1,528) 303 1,899 (1,831) Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and other settlement deposits, beginning of period 591 2,119 1,816 (1,528) 303 Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and other settlement deposits, end of period $ 962 $ 591 $ 2,119 $ 371 $ (1,528) Operating Activities Net cash provided by operating activities was $1,032 million in 2023, as compared to net cash used in operating activities of $728 million in 2022, an increase of $1,760 million. The increase was attributable to the increase in Cash provided by operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities, partially offset by the reduction in cash from Changes in operating assets and liabilities. Cash provided by operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities was $1,614 million in 2023, as compared to cash used in operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities of $332 million in 2022, an increase of $1,946 million. The increase is primarily attributable to: (i) a decrease in payments of $1,572 million of accrued legal settlements related to the Securities Class Action Settlement, the Glumetza Antitrust Litigation and a RICO class action matter paid during 2022, (ii) insurance recoveries regarding certain legacy litigation matters received in 2023, (iii) changes in business performance and (iv) lower payments of interest included in Operating activities as, due to the accounting treatment for the Exchange Offer, the portion of contractual interest payments on the New Secured Notes which reduce the premium on the New Secured Notes is reported as a Financing activity. During 2023, contractual interest payments on the New Secured Notes allocated to the reduction of the recorded premium were $282 million and are included in Cash flows from financing activities. Changes in operating assets and liabilities resulted in a net decrease in cash of $582 million and $396 million in 2023 and 2022, respectively, an unfavorable change of $186 million. During 2023, Changes in operating assets and liabilities were negatively impacted by: (i) an increase in inventories of $322 million, (ii) the timing of other payments in the ordinary course of business of $223 million and (iii) an increase in trade receivables of $195 million, partially offset by an increase in Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities of $158 million. During 2022, Changes in operating assets and liabilities was negatively impacted by: (i) an increase in inventories of $198 million, (ii) increase in Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities of $75 million, (iii) the timing of other payments in the ordinary course of business of $66 million, driven in part by the impact of the interest payments made on September 30, 2022 associated with the notes tendered in the Exchange Offer and (iv) increase in trade receivables of $57 million. Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was $2,145 million in 2023 and was primarily driven by payments of $1,890 million related to the XIIDRA Acquisition, the acquisition of the Blink ® Product Line and the acquisition of AcuFocus, each as previously discussed, and purchases of property, plant and equipment of $215 million. 87 Net cash used in investing activities was $303 million in 2022 and was primarily driven by Purchases of property, plant and equipment of $218 million. Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities during 2023 was $1,475 million and was primarily driven by the issuance of long-term debt, net of discounts of $3,291 million and includes: (i) $1,866 million in net proceeds from the B+L October 2028 Secured Notes and B+L September 2028 Term Loan B Facility, a portion of which was used to finance the XIIDRA Acquisition as discussed below, (ii) $665 million of borrowings under the 2027 Revolving Credit Facility, (iii) $350 million of borrowings under the AR Credit Facility and (iv) $410 million in borrowings under the B+L Revolving Credit Facility, partially offset by the repayments of long-term debt of $1,710 million and includes: (i) $1,270 million of amounts outstanding under our 2027 Revolving Credit Facility and the B+L Revolving Credit Facility, (ii) $282 million of contractual interest payments on the New Secured Notes allocated to the reduction of the recorded premiums, as discussed above, (iii) $151 million of amounts outstanding under our Term Loan B Facilities and (iv) $7 million of repurchases and retirements of certain outstanding senior notes in the open market. Net cash used in financing activities during 2022 was $474 million and was primarily driven by: (i) the issuance of long-term debt (net of discounts) of $6,836 million related to the February 2027 Secured Notes, 2027 Term Loan B Facility, draws on the 2027 Revolving Credit Facility and the B+L Term Loan Facility and (ii) net proceeds from the B+L IPO of $675 million, partially offset by the repayment of long-term debt of $7,846 million related to: (i) the repayment of the outstanding balance under our 2023 Revolving Credit Facility, (ii) the repayment of the outstanding balance of our 6.125% Senior Unsecured Notes, (iii) the repayment of the outstanding balances under our 2025 Term Loan B Facilities and (iv) the repurchase and retirement of certain outstanding senior notes in the open market with an aggregate par value of $927 million for approximately $550 million. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details regarding the financing activities previously described. Liquidity and Debt Future Sources of Liquidity Our primary sources of liquidity are our cash and cash equivalents, cash collected from customers, funds as available from our revolving credit facilities and AR Credit Facility, issuances of long-term debt and issuances of equity and equity-linked securities. We believe these sources will be sufficient to meet our current liquidity needs for the next twelve months. Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash and other settlements as presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2023 includes $334 million of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash held by legal entities of Bausch + Lomb. Cash held by Bausch + Lomb legal entities and any future cash from the operations, investing and financing activities of Bausch + Lomb, is expected to be retained by Bausch + Lomb entities and is generally not available to support the operations, investing and financing activities of other legal entities, including Bausch Health unless paid as a dividend which would be determined by the Board of Directors of Bausch + Lomb and paid pro rata to Bausch + Lomb’s shareholders. As discussed in Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements, as of December 31, 2023, we had aggregate maturities and mandatory payments of our principal balances of debt obligations as follows: (in millions) 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Thereafter Total Total debt obligations $ 155 $ 2,790 $ 892 $ 6,748 $ 7,219 $ 1,609 $ 1,593 $ 21,006 We regularly evaluate market conditions, our liquidity profile and available financing alternatives for opportunities to enhance our capital structure and may consider executing financing transactions, including but not limited to, issuing new debt instruments, divesting of assets or businesses and issuing equity or equity-linked securities (including secondary offerings of a portion of our holdings of common shares of Bausch + Lomb), as deemed appropriate, to improve our capital structure and liquidity. Long-term Debt Long-term debt, net of unamortized premiums, discounts and issuance costs was $22,388 million and $20,766 million as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Aggregate contractual principal amounts due under our debt obligations were $21,006 million and $19,110 million as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, an increase of $1,896 million. 88 See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further for additional information regarding long term debt. Senior Secured Credit Facilities under the B+L Credit Agreement On May 10, 2022, Bausch + Lomb entered into a credit agreement (the “B+L Credit Agreement”, and the credit facilities thereunder, the “B+L Credit Facilities”). Prior to the September 2023 Credit Facility Amendment (as defined below), the Credit Agreement provided for a term loan of $2,500 million with a five-year term to maturity (the “B+L May 2027 Term Loan B Facility”) and a five-year revolving credit facility of $500 million (the “B+L Revolving Credit Facility”). B+L 8.375% Senior Secured Notes and B+L Term Loan B Facility - September 2023 Financing On September 29, 2023, Bausch + Lomb entered into an incremental term loan facility secured on a pari passu basis with its existing B+L May 2027 Term Loan B Facility. This incremental term loan facility was entered into in the form of an incremental amendment (the “September 2023 Credit Facility Amendment”) to Bausch + Lomb’s existing Credit Agreement (the Credit Agreement, as amended by the September 2023 Credit Facility Amendment, the “B+L Amended Credit Agreement”) and consisted of borrowings of $500 million in new term B loans with a five-year term to maturity (the “B+L September 2028 Term Loan B Facility” and, together with the B+L May 2027 Term Loan B Facility and the B+L Revolving Credit Facility, the “ B+L Senior Secured Credit Facilities”). A portion of the proceeds from the B+L September 2028 Term Loan B Facility and the B+L October 2028 Secured Notes were used to finance the $1,750 million upfront payment related to the XIIDRA Acquisition (as discussed further in Note 3, “ACQUISITIONS, LICENSING AGREEMENTS AND DIVESTITURE” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements) and related acquisition and financing costs. The B+L Senior Secured Credit Facilities are secured by substantially all of the assets of Bausch + Lomb and its material, wholly-owned Canadian, U.S., Dutch and Irish subsidiaries, subject to certain exceptions. The B+L May 2027 Term Loan B Facility and B+L September 2028 Term Loan B Facility are denominated in U.S. dollars, and borrowings under the B+L Revolving Credit Facility may be made available in U.S. dollars, euros, pounds sterling and Canadian dollars. As of December 31, 2023, the B+L Revolving Credit Facility had $275 million of outstanding borrowings, $26 million of issued and outstanding letters of credit and $199 million of remaining availability. On September 29, 2023, Bausch + Lomb issued $1,400 million aggregate principal amount of 8.375% Senior Secured Notes due October 2028. A portion of the proceeds from the B+L October 2028 Secured Notes, along with the proceeds of B+L September 2028 Term Loan B Facility, were used to finance the $1,750 million upfront payment related to the XIIDRA Acquisition (as discussed above) and related acquisition and financing costs. The B+L October 2028 Secured Notes accrue interest at a rate of 8.375% per year, payable semi-annually in arrears on each April 1 and October 1, commencing on April 1, 2024. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details. Accounting for the Exchange Offer The Company performed an assessment of the Exchange Offer and determined that it met the criteria to be accounted for as a troubled debt restructuring under Accounting Standards Codification 470-60. As a result of the application of this accounting, the difference between the principal amount of the New Secured Notes and their carrying value was recorded as a premium and is included in long-term debt on the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheet. The original premium recorded on the New Secured Notes was $1,835 million, which will be reduced as contractual interest payments are made on the New Secured Notes. The portion of each contractual interest payment allocated to reduce the recorded premium is determined as the difference between the payment due and the calculated interest at the effective interest rate of the underlying carry amount of the associated note. During 2023, contractual interest related to the New Secured Notes was $321 million, of which $282 million was recorded as a reduction of the recorded premium. 89 The following table presents the future scheduled contractual interest payments of the New Secured Notes. Contractual interest payments will be allocated to the reduction of the recorded premium and interest expense as presented below. The amount of interest which reduces the recorded premium will be reported as a financing activity in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. (in millions) 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 and thereafter Total Interest payments: 11.00% First Lien Secured Notes due 2028 $ 195 $ 195 $ 195 $ 195 $ 196 $ — $ 976 14.00% Second Lien Secured Notes due 2030 49 49 49 49 49 99 344 9.00% Intermediate Holdco Secured Notes due 2028 90 90 90 90 45 — 405 $ 334 $ 334 $ 334 $ 334 $ 290 $ 99 $ 1,725 Interest payments recorded as: Interest expense $ 39 $ 36 $ 34 $ 31 $ 25 $ 7 $ 172 Reduction of recorded premium 295 298 300 303 265 92 1,553 $ 334 $ 334 $ 334 $ 334 $ 290 $ 99 $ 1,725 See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details on the accounting for the Exchange Offer. Senior Secured Notes The Senior Secured Notes are guaranteed by each of the Company’s subsidiaries that is a guarantor under the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement and existing Senior Unsecured Notes (together, the “Note Guarantors”). The Senior Secured Notes and the guarantees related thereto are senior obligations and are secured, subject to permitted liens and certain other exceptions, by the same first priority liens that secure the Company’s obligations under the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement under the terms of the indentures governing the Senior Secured Notes. The Senior Secured Notes and the guarantees rank equally in right of repayment with all of the Company’s and Note Guarantors’ respective existing and future unsubordinated indebtedness and senior to the Company’s and Note Guarantors’ respective future subordinated indebtedness. The Senior Secured Notes and the guarantees related thereto are effectively pari passu with the Company’s and the Note Guarantors’ respective existing and future indebtedness secured by a first priority lien on the collateral securing the Senior Secured Notes and effectively senior to the Company’s and the Note Guarantors’ respective existing and future indebtedness that is unsecured, including the existing Senior Unsecured Notes, or that is secured by junior liens, in each case to the extent of the value of the collateral. In addition, the Senior Secured Notes are structurally subordinated to: (i) all liabilities of any of the Company’s subsidiaries that do not guarantee the Senior Secured Notes and (ii) any of the Company’s debt that is secured by assets that are not collateral. Upon the occurrence of a change in control (as defined in the indentures governing the Senior Secured Notes), unless the Company has exercised its right to redeem all of the notes of a series, holders of the Senior Secured Notes may require the Company to repurchase such holder’s notes, in whole or in part, at a purchase price equal to 101% of the principal amount thereof plus accrued and unpaid interest. Senior Unsecured Notes The Senior Unsecured Notes issued by the Company are the Company’s senior unsecured obligations and are jointly and severally guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis by each of its subsidiaries that is a guarantor under the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement. The Senior Unsecured Notes issued by BHA are senior unsecured obligations of BHA and are jointly and severally guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis by the Company and each of its subsidiaries (other than BHA) that is a guarantor under the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement. Future subsidiaries of the Company and BHA, if any, may be required to guarantee the Senior Unsecured Notes. In connection with the closing of the B+L IPO, the discharge of the April 2025 Unsecured Notes Indenture and the related release under the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement described above, the guarantees and related security provided by Bausch + Lomb and its subsidiaries in respect of the existing senior notes of the Company and BHA were released. The Senior Notes and Secured Notes are guaranteed by a portion of the Company’s subsidiaries. On a non-consolidated basis, the non-guarantor subsidiaries had total assets of $16,306 million and $12,800 million and total liabilities of $9,497 million and $5,401 million as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, and revenues of $4,653 million and $4,164 million and operating income of $119 million and $114 million for 2023 and 2022, respectively. 90 The aggregate principal amount of our Senior Unsecured Notes as of December 31, 2023 and 2022 was $5,791 million and $5,798 million, respectively, a decrease of $7 million, attributable to the repurchase and retirement of certain outstanding Senior Unsecured Notes in the open market with an aggregate par value of approximately $8 million. Accounts Receivable Credit Facility On June 30, 2023, we entered into the AR Credit Facility with certain third-party lenders, providing for a non-recourse financing facility collateralized by certain of the Company’s accounts receivable. The AR Facility Agreement provides for an up to $600 million facility, subject to certain borrowing base tests. Under the AR Credit Facility, the Borrower purchases accounts receivable, originated by a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bausch Health, which collateralize borrowings under the AR Credit Facility. The Borrower is a bankruptcy remote entity that is unrestricted under the Company’s debt covenants, and which is consolidated by the Company. Borrowings under the AR Credit Facility are in U.S. dollars and bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, the sum of the one month term SOFR plus 6.65%. The Company is required to pay commitment fees of 0.75% multiplied by the lesser of: (i) the unfunded portion of the lenders’ commitments or (ii) 50% of the total lenders’ commitments. See Note 10, “FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further for additional details. Availability Under Revolving Credit Facilities As of February 22, 2024, there were no outstanding borrowings, $23 million of issued and outstanding letters of credit and approximately $950 million of remaining availability under the 2027 Revolving Credit Facility. As of February 22, 2024, we have $325 million of outstanding borrowings, in the aggregate, and the AR Facility Agreement provides for up to an additional $275 million of availability, subject to certain borrowing base tests. As of February 22, 2024, there were $225 million of outstanding borrowings, $26 million of issued and outstanding letters of credit and $249 million remaining availability under the B+L Revolving Credit Facility. Absent the payment of a dividend, which would be determined by the Board of Directors of Bausch + Lomb and paid pro rata to Bausch + Lomb’s shareholders, proceeds from the B+L Revolving Credit Facility are not available to fund the operations, investing and financing activities of Bausch Health. Covenant Compliance As of December 31, 2023, the Company was in compliance with the financial maintenance covenant related to its outstanding debt. The Company, based on its current forecast for the next twelve months from the date of issuance of this Form 10-K, expects to remain in compliance with the financial maintenance covenant and meet its debt service obligations over that same period. Any inability to comply with the covenants under the terms of our 2022 Amended Credit Agreement, Senior Secured Notes indentures or Senior Unsecured Notes indentures could lead to a default or an event of default for which we may need to seek relief from our lenders and noteholders in order to waive the associated default or event of default and avoid a potential acceleration of the related indebtedness or cross-default or cross-acceleration to other debt. There can be no assurance that we would be able to obtain such relief on commercially reasonable terms or otherwise and we may be required to incur significant additional costs. In addition, the lenders under our 2022 Amended Credit Agreement, holders of our Senior Secured Notes and holders of our Senior Unsecured Notes may impose additional operating and financial restrictions on us as a condition to granting any such waiver. As of December 31, 2023, 1261229 B.C. Ltd., directly or indirectly held 88% of the issued and outstanding shares of Bausch + Lomb, as an unrestricted subsidiary of the Company in accordance with the terms of the Company’s indentures. In connection therewith, Bausch + Lomb and its subsidiaries, are now unrestricted subsidiaries of the Company and, as a result, are no longer subject to the covenants under the relevant Bausch Health indentures, and the earnings and debt of Bausch + Lomb, as defined in the relevant indentures, are also not included in the calculation of the Company’s financial maintenance covenant. The Company continues to take steps to seek to improve its operating results to ensure continual compliance with its financial maintenance covenant and take other actions to reduce its debt levels to align with the Company’s long-term strategy. The Company may consider taking other actions, including divesting other businesses, refinancing debt and issuing equity or equity-linked securities including secondary offerings of the common shares of Bausch + Lomb, as deemed appropriate, to provide additional coverage in complying with the financial maintenance covenant and meeting its debt service obligations. 91 Weighted Average Interest Rate The accounting for the Exchange Offer results in the New Secured Notes being carried at a premium relative to their principal amount and will result in no interest expense being recorded in our financial statements for a significant portion of the New Secured Notes. Therefore, interest expense recorded in our consolidated financial statements will differ significantly from the contractual interest rates of the New Secured Notes and term loan facilities. The weighted average interest rate of our debt as reported in our financial statements and the weighted average stated rate of interest was 6.59% and 8.05%, respectively, as of December 31, 2023. Focus on Capitalization of the Post-separation Entities In connection with the B+L Separation, we have emphasized that it is important that the post-separation entities be well-capitalized, with appropriate leverage and with access to additional capital, if and when needed, to provide each entity with the ability to independently allocate capital to areas that will strengthen their own competitive positions in their respective lines of business and position each entity for sustainable growth. Therefore, we see the appropriate capitalization and leverage of these businesses post-separation as a key to bringing out the maximum value across our portfolio of assets and it continues to be a primary objective of our plan of separation. Credit Ratings As of February 22, 2024, the credit ratings and outlook from Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s and Fitch for certain outstanding obligations of the Company were as follows: Bausch Health Companies Inc. Bausch + Lomb Corporation Rating Agency Corporate Rating Senior Secured Rating Senior Unsecured Rating Outlook Corporate Rating Senior Secured Rating Outlook Moody’s Caa2 Caa1 Ca Negative B1 Negative Standard & Poor’s CCC CCC+ CCC- Negative B- B- Positive Fitch CCC B C No Outlook B- BB- Rating Watch Evolving Bausch Health Companies Inc. - On October 3, 2023, Fitch lowered its senior unsecured rating to C. Bausch + Lomb Corporation - There were no changes to the corporate credit ratings of Bausch + Lomb Corporation during the fourth quarter of 2023, as compared to the third quarter of 2023. Any downgrade in our corporate credit ratings or other credit ratings may increase our cost of borrowing and may negatively impact our ability to raise additional debt capital. OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS AND CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS We have no off-balance sheet arrangements that have a material current effect or that are reasonably likely to have a material future effect on our results of operations, financial condition, capital expenditures, liquidity, or capital resources. Our other future cash requirements relate to working capital, capital expenditures, business development transactions (contingent consideration), restructuring, integration, separation and IPO costs, benefit obligations and litigation settlements. In addition, we may use cash to enter into licensing arrangements and/or to make strategic acquisitions. We are considering further acquisition opportunities within our core therapeutic areas, some of which could be sizable. In addition to our working capital requirements, as of December 31, 2023, we expect our primary cash requirements for 2024 to include: • Debt repayments and interest payments —Based on our debt portfolio, we expect to make mandatory amortization and interest payments of approximately $1,800 million during 2024. We have and, in the future, may also elect to make additional principal payments under certain circumstances. Further, in the ordinary course of business, we may borrow and repay additional amounts under our credit facilities using cash on hand, cash from operations and cash provided from the sale of common stock and additional debt financings in connection with the B+L Separation; • Capital expenditures —We expect to make payments of approximately $320 million for property, plant and equipment during 2024; • Contingent consideration and milestone payments —We expect to make contingent consideration payments of approximately $40 million during 2024 and; 92 • Benefit obligations —We expect to make aggregate payments under our pension and postretirement obligations of $11 million during 2024. See Note 11, “PENSION AND POSTRETIREMENT EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details of our benefit obligations. Future Costs of B+L Separation The Company has incurred costs associated with activities to complete the B+L Separation and the suspended Solta IPO and will continue to incur costs associated with the B+L Separation. These activities include the costs of: (i) separating Bausch + Lomb businesses from the remainder of the Company and (ii) registering Bausch + Lomb as an independent publicly traded entity. Separation and IPO costs are incremental costs directly related to the B+L Separation and Solta IPO and include, but are not limited to: (i) legal, audit and advisory fees, (ii) talent acquisition costs and (iii) costs associated with establishing new boards of directors and related board committees for Bausch + Lomb. The Company has also incurred, and will incur, separation-related and IPO-related costs which are incremental costs indirectly related to the B+L Separation. These costs include, but are not limited to: (i) IT infrastructure and software licensing costs, (ii) rebranding costs and (iii) costs associated with facility relocation and/or modification. The extent and timing of future charges for these costs cannot be reasonably estimated at this time and could be material. Litigation Payments In the ordinary course of business, the Company is involved in litigation, claims, government inquiries, investigations, charges and proceedings. As of December 31, 2023, the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheet includes accrued loss contingencies of $344 million related to matters which are both probable and reasonably estimable, however, a reliable estimate of the period in which the remaining loss contingencies will be payable, if ever, cannot be made. Our ability to successfully defend the Company against pending and future litigation may impact future cash flows. See Note 20, “LEGAL PROCEEDINGS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details. Future Cost Savings Programs We continue to evaluate opportunities to improve our operating results and may initiate additional cost savings programs to streamline our operations and eliminate redundant processes and expenses. These cost savings programs may include, but are not limited to: (i) reducing headcount, (ii) eliminating real estate costs associated with unused or under-utilized facilities and (iii) implementing contribution margin improvement and other cost reduction initiatives. The expenses associated with the implementation of these cost savings programs could be material and may impact our cash flows. Future Licensing Payments In the ordinary course of business, the Company may enter into select licensing and collaborative agreements for the commercialization and/or development of unique products primarily in the U.S. and Canada. In connection with these agreements, the Company may pay an upfront fee to secure the agreement. See Note 3, “ACQUISITIONS, LICENSING AGREEMENTS AND DIVESTITURE” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements. Payments associated with the upfront fee for these agreements cannot be reasonably estimated at this time and could be material . Unrecognized Tax Benefits As of December 31, 2023, the Company had unrecognized tax benefits totaling $30 million which are expected to be realized within the next twelve months. Future Repurchases of Debt The Company regularly evaluates market conditions, its liquidity profile, and various financing alternatives for opportunities to enhance its capital structure. If opportunities are favorable, we may, from time to time, purchase outstanding debt for cash in open market purchases or privately negotiated transactions. Such repurchases or exchanges, if any, will depend on prevailing market conditions, future liquidity requirements, contractual restrictions and other factors. OUTSTANDING SHARE DATA Our common shares are listed on the TSX and the NYSE under the ticker symbol “BHC”. At February 16, 2024, we had 365,411,953 issued and outstanding common shares. In addition, as of February 16, 2024, we had 10,346,362 stock options and 8,529,834 time-based restricted share units (“RSUs”) that each represent the right of a holder to receive one of the Company’s common shares and 574,684 performance-based RSUs that represent the right of a holder to receive a number of the Company’s common shares up to a specified maximum. A maximum of 941,045 common shares could be issued upon vesting of the performance-based RSUs outstanding. 93 QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK Our business and financial results are affected by fluctuations in world financial markets, including the impacts of foreign currency exchange rate and interest rate movements. We evaluate our exposure to such risks on an ongoing basis and seek ways to manage these risks to an acceptable level, based on management’s judgment of the appropriate trade-off between risk, opportunity and cost. We may use derivative financial instruments from time to time as a risk management tool and not for trading or speculative purposes. Inflation; Seasonality We are subject to price control restrictions on our pharmaceutical products in a number of countries in which we now operate. As a result, our ability to raise prices in a timely fashion in anticipation of inflation may be limited in some markets. Historically, revenues from our business tend to be weighted toward the second half of the year. Sales in the first quarter tend to be lower as patient co-pays and deductibles reset at the beginning of each year. Sales in the fourth quarter tend to be higher based on consumer and customer purchasing patterns associated with health care reimbursement programs. However, there are no assurances that these historical trends will continue in the future. Foreign Currency Risk In 2023, a majority of our revenue and expense activities and capital expenditures were denominated in U.S. dollars. We have exposure to multiple foreign currencies, including, among others, the Euro, Chinese yuan, Polish zloty, Canadian dollar and Mexican peso. Our operations are subject to risks inherent in conducting business abroad, including price and currency exchange controls and fluctuations in the relative values of currencies. In addition, to the extent that we require, as a source of debt repayment, earnings and cash flows from some of our operations located in foreign countries, we are subject to risk of changes in the value of the U.S. dollar, relative to all other currencies in which we operate, which may materially affect our results of operations. Where possible, we manage foreign currency risk by managing same currency revenues in relation to same currency expenses. Further strengthening of the U.S. dollar and/or further devaluation of foreign currencies will have a negative impact on our reported revenue and reported results. As of December 31, 2023, a 1% change in foreign currency exchange rates would have impacted our shareholders’ deficit by approximately $62 million. As of December 31, 2023, the unrealized foreign exchange loss on the translation of the remaining principal amount of U.S. denominated credit facility, senior secured and unsecured notes was $181 million, for Canadian income tax purposes. Additionally, as of December 31, 2023, the unrealized foreign exchange gain on certain intercompany balances was equal to $2 million. One-half of any realized foreign exchange gain or loss will be included in our Canadian taxable income. Any resulting gain will result in a corresponding reduction in our available Canadian Losses, Scientific Research and Experimental Development Pool, and/or Investment Tax Credit carryforward balances. However, the repayment of the credit facility, senior notes and the intercompany loans denominated in U.S. dollars does not result in a foreign exchange gain or loss being recognized in our Consolidated Financial Statements, as these statements are prepared in U.S. dollars. Interest Rate Risk We currently do not hold financial instruments for speculative purposes. Our financial assets are not subject to significant interest rate risk due to their short duration. The primary objective of our policy for the investment of temporary cash surpluses is the protection of principal, and accordingly, we generally invest in high quality, money market investments and time deposits with varying maturities, but typically less than three months. As it is our intent and policy to hold these investments until maturity, we do not have a material exposure to interest rate risk. As of December 31, 2023, we had $15,108 million and $5,899 million principal amount of issued fixed rate debt and variable rate debt, respectively. The estimated fair value of our issued fixed rate debt as of December 31, 2023 was $10,837 million. If interest rates were to increase by 100 basis-points, the fair value of our issued fixed rate debt would decrease by approximately $300 million. If interest rates were to decrease by 100 basis-points, the fair value of our issued fixed rate debt would increase by approximately $300 million. We are subject to interest rate risk on our variable rate debt as changes in interest rates could adversely affect earnings and cash flows. A 100 basis-points increase in interest rates, would have an annualized pre-tax effect of approximately $59 million in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, based on current outstanding borrowings and effective interest rates on our variable rate debt. While our variable-rate debt may impact earnings and cash flows as interest rates change, it is not subject to changes in fair value. CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES Critical accounting policies and estimates are those policies and estimates that are most important and material to the preparation of our Consolidated Financial Statements, and which require management’s most subjective and complex judgments due to the need to select policies from among alternatives available, and to make estimates about matters that are 94 inherently uncertain. We base our estimates on historical experience and other factors that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. On an ongoing basis, we review our estimates to ensure that these estimates appropriately reflect changes in our business and new information as it becomes available. If historical experience and other factors we use to make these estimates do not reasonably reflect future activity, our results of operations and financial condition could be materially impacted. Revenue Recognition The Company’s revenues are primarily generated from product sales, primarily in the therapeutic areas of eye health, GI and dermatology that consist of: (i) branded pharmaceuticals, (ii) generic and branded generic pharmaceuticals, (iii) OTC products and (iv) medical devices (contact lenses, intraocular lenses, ophthalmic surgical equipment and aesthetics devices). Other revenues include alliance and service revenue from the licensing and co-promotion of products and contract service revenue primarily in the areas of dermatology and topical medication. The Company recognizes revenue when the customer obtains control of promised goods or services and in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled to receive in exchange for those goods or services. To achieve this core principle, the Company applies the five-step revenue model to contracts within its scope: (i) identify the contract(s) with a customer, (ii) identify the performance obligations in the contract, (iii) determine the transaction price, (iv) allocate the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract and (v) recognize revenue when (or as) the entity satisfies a performance obligation. As is customary in the pharmaceutical industry, gross product sales are subject to a variety of deductions in arriving at reported net product sales. The transaction price for product sales is typically adjusted for variable consideration, which may be in the form of cash discounts, allowances, returns, rebates, chargebacks and distribution fees paid to customers. Provisions for variable consideration are established to reflect the Company’s best estimates of the amount of consideration to which it is entitled based on the terms of the contract. The amount of variable consideration included in the transaction price may be constrained, and is included in the net sales price only to the extent that it is probable that a significant reversal in the amount of the cumulative revenue recognized will not occur in the future period. Provisions for these deductions are recorded concurrently with the recognition of gross product sales revenue and include cash discounts and allowances, chargebacks, and distribution fees, which are paid to direct customers, as well as rebates and returns, which can be paid to direct and indirect customers. The development and application of the critical accounting policies associated with the revenue recognition guidance, including the policies associated with each of our product sales provisions and the table showing the activity and ending balances for our product sales provisions, are discussed in more detail in Note 2, “SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements. Acquisition-Related Contingent Consideration Some of the business combinations that we have consummated include contingent consideration to be potentially paid based upon the occurrence of future events, such as sales performance and the achievement of certain future development, regulatory and sales milestones. Acquisition-related contingent consideration associated with a business combination is initially recognized at fair value and remeasured each reporting period, with changes in fair value recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The estimates of fair value involve the use of acceptable valuation methods, such as probability-weighted discounted cash flow analysis and Monte Carlo Simulation (when appropriate), and contain uncertainties as they require assumptions about the likelihood of achieving specified milestone criteria, projections of future financial performance and assumed discount rates. Changes in the fair value of the acquisition-related contingent consideration result from several factors including changes in the timing and amount of revenue estimates, changes in probability assumptions with respect to the likelihood of achieving specified milestone criteria and changes in discount rates. A change in any of these assumptions could produce a different fair value, which could have a material impact on our results of operations. At December 31, 2023, the fair value measurements of acquisition-related contingent consideration were determined using risk-adjusted discount rates ranging from 6% to 28%. Acquisitions To determine if an acquisition should be accounted for as a business combination or an asset acquisition, the Company first determines whether the set of assets acquired and/or liabilities assumed constitutes a business. If substantially all of the fair value of the gross assets acquired is concentrated in a single identifiable asset or a group of similar assets acquired are not a business. To be considered a business, set of assets acquired and/or liabilities assumed acquired must include the minimum inputs and substantive processes necessary to significantly contribute to the ability to produce outputs exist. 95 If the set of assets acquired and/or liabilities assumed are deemed to constitute a business, the Company accounts for the acquisition as a business combination. Under a business combination, the Company measures the identifiable assets acquired, the liabilities assumed, and any non-controlling interest in the acquiree at their acquisition-date fair values. • The fair value of the identifiable intangible assets is determined primarily using the “income approach,” which primarily consists of the following estimates and inputs: (i) a forecast of the expected future cash flows, which includes an estimated amount and timing of projected cash flows (including revenue growth rates, cost of goods sold, and operating expenses) and (ii) the risk-adjusted discount rate used to present value the cash flows. The fair value of acquired in-process research and development (“IPR&D”) is also recognized at fair value using an income approach and consists of the following estimates and inputs: (i) each asset’s probability-adjusted future cash flows, which reflect the different stages of development of each product and the associated probability of successful completion and (ii) the risk-adjusted discount rate used to present value the cash flows. • Acquisition-related contingent consideration, which primarily consists of potential milestone payments, is determined in accordance with the acquisition method of accounting. The fair value of the acquisition-related contingent consideration is remeasured each reporting period, with changes in fair value recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The fair value measurement of contingent consideration obligations arising from business combinations is determined via a probability-weighted discounted cash flow analysis, using unobservable (Level 3) inputs. These inputs may include: (i) the estimated amount and timing of projected cash flows, (ii) the probability of the achievement of the factor(s) on which the contingency is based and (iii) the risk-adjusted discount rate used to present value the probability-weighted cash flows. • Goodwill is recorded with the acquisition and is calculated as the difference between the acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred and the values assigned to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Transaction costs and costs to restructure the acquired company are expensed as incurred and the operating results of the acquired business are reflected in the Company’s audited Consolidated Financial Statements from the date of acquisition. If the set of assets acquired and/or liabilities assumed are deemed to not constitute a business, the transaction is accounted for as an asset acquisition. Under an asset acquisition, the cost accumulation model is used to recognize the assets acquired and liabilities assumed. In this model, the cost of acquisition, including certain transaction costs, is allocated to the assets acquired on the basis of relative fair values. Goodwill is not recognized in an asset acquisition. The amount allocated to acquired IPR&D with no alternative future use is charged to Other expense at the acquisition date and any future contingent consideration is not recorded until it becomes probable. Intangible Assets We evaluate potential impairments of amortizable intangible assets acquired through asset acquisitions or business combinations if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amounts of these assets may not be recoverable. Our evaluation is based on an assessment of potential indicators of impairment, such as: • an adverse change in legal factors or in the business climate that could affect the value of an asset. For example, a successful challenge of our patent rights resulting in earlier than expected generic competition; • an adverse change in the extent or manner in which an asset is used or is expected to be used. For example, a decision not to pursue a product line-extension strategy to enhance an existing product due to changes in market conditions and/or technological advances; or • current or forecasted reductions in revenue, operating income, or cash flows associated with the use of an asset. For example, the introduction of a competing product that results in a significant loss of market share. Impairment exists when the carrying value of the asset exceeds the related estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to be derived from the asset, which include the amount and timing of the projected future cash flows. If impairment exists, the carrying value of the asset is adjusted to its fair value. A discounted cash flow analysis is typically used to determine an asset’s fair value, using estimates and assumptions that market participants would apply. Some of the estimates and assumptions inherent in a discounted cash flow model include the amount and timing of the projected future cash flows, and the discount rate used to reflect the risks inherent in the future cash flows. A change in any of these estimates and assumptions could produce a different fair value, which could have a material impact on our results of operations. In addition, an intangible asset’s expected useful life can increase estimation risk, as longer-lived assets necessarily require longer-term cash flow forecasts, which for some of our intangible assets can be up to 20 years. In connection with an impairment evaluation, we also reassess the remaining useful life of the intangible asset and modify it, as appropriate. Management continually assesses the useful lives of the Company’s long-lived assets. 96 Indefinite-lived intangible assets, including Acquired in-process research and development and the B&L corporate trademark, are tested for impairment annually, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances between annual tests indicate that the asset may be impaired. Impairment losses on indefinite-lived intangible assets are recognized based solely on a comparison of their fair value to carrying value, without consideration of any recoverability test. In particular, we will continue to monitor closely the progression of our R&D programs as their likelihood of success is contingent upon the achievement of future milestones. See Item 7. “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations — Overview — Focus on Value and Core Businesses” for additional information regarding our R&D programs. Goodwill During the years 2023, 2022 and 2021, we recorded goodwill impairment charges of $493 million, $824 million and $469 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, we maintain 10 reporting units, nine of which comprise our goodwill balance. We test our reporting units for impairment annually as of October 1, or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. Such events and circumstances could include increased competition and unexpected loss of market share, increased input costs relative to our projections (for example due to regulatory or industry changes), disposals of significant products or components of our business, unexpected business disruptions (for example due to a natural disaster, pandemic, unexpected changes in the regulatory environment, unexpected loss of exclusivity to a significant product, loss of a supplier, or other significant business relationship), unexpected significant declines in operating results, significant adverse changes in the markets in which we operate, or changes in management strategy. During our assessment, we consider each of the above potential events and circumstances, as well as the existence of any positive and/or mitigating events and circumstances, including the difference between a reporting unit’s fair value and carrying amount if determined in a recent fair value calculation (“headroom”), giving more weight to those events and circumstances that impact most significantly a reporting unit’s fair value or carrying amount. We test reporting units for impairment by comparing the estimated fair value of each reporting unit with its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value, we record an impairment based on the difference between the fair value and carrying amount of the reporting units as a reduction to goodwill. Fair value determinations require considerable judgment and are sensitive to changes in underlying assumptions, estimates, and market factors. Estimating the fair value of individual reporting units requires us to make assumptions and estimates regarding our business strategies, as well as industry, economic, and regulatory conditions. These assumptions and estimates include estimated future annual net cash flows, income tax considerations, discount rates, growth rates and other market factors. During 2023, we performed interim assessments of our Dermatology and Neurology reporting units within the Diversified segment. Our annual goodwill impairment test as of October 1, 2023, included performing separate quantitative fair value tests for the International reporting unit, the Generics reporting unit within our Diversified segment and the three reporting units within our Bausch + Lomb segment. For our remaining reporting units, we conducted our annual goodwill impairment test as of October 1, 2023, by first assessing qualitative factors. Based on our qualitative assessment as of October 1, 2023, we believed that it was more likely than not that the carrying amounts of the remaining reporting units were less than their respective fair values and therefore concluded that a quantitative fair value test for those reporting units was not required. Dermatology As part of our 2021 annual testing, we determined that the Dermatology reporting unit had approximately 10% headroom as of October 1, 2021. Given its limited headroom, we continued to monitor the market conditions impacting the Dermatology reporting unit during each quarterly reporting period and performed quantitative fair value testing as of March 31, 2022, June 30, 2022 and September 30, 2022. The quantitative fair value tests utilized our most recent cash flow projections for the Dermatology reporting unit as revised at each testing date to reflect current market conditions and current trends in business performance. Our discounted cash flow models for the reporting unit also considered among other matters, volatility in many of the equity markets and pressures on market interest rates and macroeconomic factors such as changes in inflation for many commodities. As a result of these market conditions, trends in business performance, the revisions to our long-term expectations and other factors, our Dermatology reporting unit was impaired during our interim testing reflecting our best estimate at that time of the outlook and risks of this business. Based on the quantitative fair value testing performed no impairment was identified during the three months ended March 31, 2022, however goodwill impairments of $83 million and $119 million were recorded during the three months ended June 30, 2022 and September 30, 2022, respectively. As a result, there was zero headroom in the Dermatology reporting unit as of September 30, 2022. During the fourth quarter of 2022, we evaluated the reporting unit’s performance as well as our revised long-term forecasts in light of current market conditions, current trends in business performance and the expected impacts of management’s latest business strategies. This evaluation supported management’s previous expectations for long-term business performance. Additionally, based on corporate bond rates as of December 31, 2022, we concluded that discount rates would not 97 have increased during the fourth quarter as compared to the discount rate used in determining the fair value of the reporting unit as of September 30, 2022. As a result, no facts or circumstances were identified which indicated that additional fair value quantitative testing during the period October 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 was necessary. Through the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Dermatology reporting unit performed largely in line with the forecast used in its last quantitative fair value test (September 30, 2022). During the third quarter of 2023, as a result of lower realized pricing attributable to shifts in the coverage mix for certain products, discontinuation of certain products as a result of the impact of recent legislation, and revised expectations of future selling, advertising, and promotion costs required to mitigate further revenue erosion, the Company’s assessment of future business performance indicated that the reporting unit’s future financial results were below the assumptions used in the last quantitative fair value test. After considering the limited headroom as a result of the impairment to goodwill of the Dermatology reporting unit when last tested (September 30, 2022), the Company determined that these changes in facts and circumstances, as well as increases in market interest rates during the three months ended September 30, 2023, the Dermatology reporting unit was impaired. The quantitative assessment utilized a long-term growth rate of 0.0% and a discount rate of 10.75% in the estimation of the reporting unit’s fair value. Based on the quantitative fair value testing, a goodwill impairment of $151 million was recognized. Neurology The Neurology reporting unit operates in the United States, where shifting market dynamics, including changes in payer demands (such as pharmaceutical market access and contractual pricing), health care legislation, and other regulations are contributing to increasing pressure for the reduction of healthcare costs, through both pricing of pharmaceutical products and/or directing patients to lower cost unbranded generic products. This includes recent changes related to pharmaceutical pricing by the Federal government, including the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in August 2022 and, effective in 2024, changes to Medicaid rebate caps (passed as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021). The nature of the Neurology reporting unit’s product portfolio, which includes branded generic pharmaceuticals, is by its nature more directly impacted by these changing market dynamics, creating increased pressure on the reporting unit’s long-term financial performance. In response to these pressures, as well as to consider current market conditions and anticipated increased competition from new market entrants in 2023, we took steps to: (i) reassess our pricing strategies, (ii) re-evaluate our marketing and promotional efforts and (iii) reduce our cost structure, and we have revised our long-term forecasts for the Neurology reporting unit to reflect these developments. As a result of the revisions to our long-term expectations for these and other factors, goodwill for our Neurology reporting unit was impaired during our 2022 annual impairment test reflecting our best estimate at that time of the outlook and risks of this business. Based on the quantitative fair value testing performed as October 1, 2022, a $622 million impairment to the goodwill of the Neurology reporting unit was recognized. Through the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Neurology reporting unit performed largely in line with the forecast used in its last quantitative fair value test (October 1, 2022). During the third quarter of 2023, as a result of actions taken by management in response to changing market dynamics driven by recent legislation, changes to the future expected commercial insurance coverage for certain key products, and a projected shift in the channels of business, the Company’s assessment of future business performance indicated that the reporting unit’s future financial results were below the assumptions used in the last quantitative fair value test. After considering the limited headroom as a result of the impairment to goodwill of the Neurology reporting unit when last tested (October 1, 2022), the Company determined that these changes in facts and circumstances, as well as increases in market interest rates during the three months ended September 30, 2023, the Neurology reporting unit was impaired. The quantitative assessment utilized a long-term growth rate of -2.5% and a discount rate of 10.50% in the estimation of the reporting unit’s fair value. Based on the quantitative fair value testing, a goodwill impairment of $121 million was recognized. Generic s The Generics reporting unit operates in the United States, where shifting market dynamics have led to increased competition with respect to generic pharmaceuticals which impacts both pricing and potential market share. We expect these dynamics to intensify in the future, and as such have revised our long-term forecasts, including for the sale of Company branded products when they reach loss of exclusivity in the future to reflect these developments. The quantitative fair value test for the Generics reporting unit utilized the most recent cash flow projections for the reporting unit as revised in the fourth quarter of 2023 to reflect current market conditions and current trends in business performance. The quantitative assessment utilized a long-term growth rate of 1.0% and a discount rate of 10.25% in the estimation of the reporting unit’s fair value. As a result of the revisions to its long-term expectations for these and other factors, and based on the quantitative fair value test, goodwill for the Generics reporting unit was impaired reflecting the Company’s best estimate at that time of the outlook and risks of this business. The carrying value of the Generics reporting unit exceeded its fair value as of October 1, 2023, and the Company recognized a goodwill impairment of $91 million. As of December 31, 2023, the Generics reporting unit had remaining goodwill of $227 million. 98 International The quantitative fair value test for the International reporting unit utilized the most recent cash flow projections for the reporting unit as revised in the fourth quarter of 2023 which reflected current market conditions and current trends in business performance. The quantitative assessment utilized a long-term growth rate of 3.0% and discount rate of 12.50%, in the estimation of the fair value of the reporting unit. After completing the testing, the fair value of the reporting unit exceeded its carrying value by more than 45%, and, therefore, there was no impairment to goodwill. Salix On August 10, 2022, the Norwich Legal Decision was issued that held, among other matters, that certain U.S. Patents protecting the composition and use of Xifaxan ® for treating IBS-D were invalid. On August 16, 2022, the Company appealed the Norwich Legal Decision and intends to vigorously defend its Xifaxan ® intellectual property. See “Xifaxan ® Paragraph IV Proceedings” of Note 20, “LEGAL PROCEEDINGS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details of this litigation matter and our response. Xifaxan ® revenues represent approximately 80% of the Salix reporting unit’s revenue. The ultimate outcome of the Norwich Legal Decision and other potential future related developments, including a competitor’s ability to launch a successful generic version to Xifaxan ® , could impact the timing and extent of future revenues and cash flows associated with Xifaxan ® . As a result of the uncertainty of the possible outcomes of the Norwich Legal Decision and the potential impact on Xifaxan ® cash flows, we performed a quantitative fair value test as of September 30, 2022. Our quantitative fair value test used a probability-weighted discounted cash flow analysis, with a base case representing our most recent cash flow projections as revised in the third quarter of 2022, as well as different scenarios representing a range of different outcomes which address, among other things, the range of possible outcomes of the Norwich Legal Decision and the timing of when a competitor or competitors could be able to successfully launch a generic version of Xifaxan ® , if they are able to launch one at all. We assigned a probability weighting to each scenario reflecting our best estimate of likelihood of the outcome and calculated a weighted average of the valuations derived from the discounted cash flows under each scenario using this probability weighting. Under our probability-weighted valuation model the carrying value of the Salix reporting unit was less than its fair value and therefore no impairment was recorded as of September 30, 2022. However, as our probability-weighted discount valuation includes certain scenarios under which the Company does not retain market exclusivity for Xifaxan ® through January 2028, the headroom for the Salix reporting was less than 5%. Given its limited headroom, we continued to monitor market conditions affecting the Salix reporting unit, as well as any developments in the Norwich Legal Decision. Through December 31, 2022, there were no material developments in the facts and circumstances of the Norwich Legal Decision, including management’s assessment as to a competitor’s ability to launch a successful generic version to Xifaxan ® prior to January 2028, if they are able to launch one at all. During the fourth quarter of 2022, we evaluated the reporting unit’s performance as well as our revised long-term forecasts in light of current market conditions, current trends in business performance and the expected impacts of management’s latest business strategies. This evaluation supported our previous expectations for long-term business performance. Additionally, based on corporate bond rates as of December 31, 2022, the Company concluded that discount rates would not have increased during the fourth quarter as compared to the discount rates used in determining the fair value of the reporting unit as of September 30, 2022. As a result, no facts or circumstances were identified which would indicate that additional fair value quantitative testing during the period October 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 was necessary. During 2023, no facts or circumstances were identified which would indicate that additional fair value quantitative testing was necessary. Bausch + Lomb Reporting Units The quantitative fair value test for the Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals reporting units of the Bausch + Lomb segment as of October 1, 2022 utilized the most recent cash flow projections for each of the reporting units as revised in the fourth quarter of 2022 which reflected current market conditions and current trends in business performance. After completing the testing, the fair value of each of these reporting units had headroom in excess of 25%, and, therefore, there was no impairment to goodwill. The quantitative fair value test for the Vision Care, Surgical and Pharmaceuticals reporting units of the Bausch + Lomb segment as of October 1, 2023 utilized the most recent cash flow projections for each of the reporting units as revised in the fourth quarter of 2022 which reflected current market conditions and current trends in business performance. After completing the testing, the fair value of each of these reporting units had headroom in excess of 25%, and, therefore, there was no impairment to goodwill. During the period October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023, we continued to monitor the market conditions and trends in business performance for all our reporting units, including the Dermatology, Neurology, International and Generics reporting units, as discussed above. We determined that, no events occurred, or circumstances changed that would indicate that 99 the fair value of any reporting unit might be below its carrying value as of December 31, 2023. Our reporting units that were impaired were written down to their respective fair values resulting in zero headroom as of the applicable impairment test dates. Accordingly, these reporting units and others that have 10% or less excess fair value over carrying amount have a heightened risk of future impairments if any assumptions, estimates, or market factors change in the future. Any such impairment could be material to our results of operations in the period in which it was to occur. Market factors outside of our control, which could result in future impairment to our reporting units, include but are not limited to: additional government-mandated pricing actions, higher than expected inflation, continued interest rate pressures, changes in medical reimbursements by third-party payors, additional unforeseen market entrants, unforeseen loss or exclusivity to significant products, changes in foreign currency exchange rates, unforeseen challenges to our patents including the ultimate outcome to the Norwich Legal Decision, geopolitical factors, changes in tax legislation and other significant adverse changes in the markets in which we operate. Additionally, factors such as our inability to successfully execute our business strategies, failure to attain our assumed growth rates and margins or should we decide to divest certain non-strategic assets could lead to the impairment of one or more of our reporting units in the future. As outlined above, our quantitative fair value testing procedures performed during the three months ended September 30, 2023 and as of October 1, 2023 represented in the aggregate, approximately $7,820 million, or 70% of our $11,183 million goodwill balance as of December 31, 2023. Our quantitative fair value testing procedures performed during the three months ended September 30, 2022 and as of October 1, 2022 represented in the aggregate, approximately $10,325 million, or 89% of our $11,547 million goodwill balance as of December 31, 2022. See Note 8, “INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details on the goodwill impairments recognized in 2023, 2022 and 2021. Contingencies In the normal course of business, we are subject to loss contingencies, such as claims and assessments arising from litigation and other legal proceedings, contractual indemnities, product and environmental liabilities and tax matters. Other than loss contingencies that are assumed in business combinations for which we can reliably estimate the fair value, we are required to accrue for such loss contingencies if it is probable that the outcome will be unfavorable and if the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. We evaluate our exposure to loss based on the progress of each contingency, experience in similar contingencies and consultation with our legal counsel. We re-evaluate all contingencies as additional information becomes available. Given the uncertainties inherent in complex litigation and other contingencies, these evaluations can involve significant judgment about future events. The ultimate outcome of any litigation or other contingency may be material to our results of operations, financial condition and cash flows. See Note 20, “LEGAL PROCEEDINGS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements for further details regarding our current legal proceedings. If no accrual is made for a loss contingency because the amount of loss cannot be reasonably estimated, the Company will disclose contingent liabilities when there is at least a reasonable possibility that a loss or an additional loss may have been incurred. Income Taxes We have operations in various countries that have differing tax laws and rates. Our tax structure is supported by current domestic tax laws in the countries in which we operate and the application of tax treaties between the various countries in which we operate. Our income tax reporting is subject to audit by domestic and foreign tax authorities. Our effective tax rate may change from year to year based on changes in the mix of activities and income earned under our intercompany arrangements among the different jurisdictions in which we operate, changes in tax laws in these jurisdictions, changes in tax treaties between various countries in which we operate, changes in our eligibility for benefits under those tax treaties and changes in the estimated values of deferred tax assets and liabilities. Such changes could result in an increase in the effective tax rate on all or a portion of our income and/or any of our subsidiaries. Our provision for income taxes is based on a number of estimates and assumptions made by management. Our consolidated income tax rate is affected by the amount of income earned in our various operating jurisdictions, the availability of benefits under tax treaties and the rates of taxes payable in respect of that income. We enter into many transactions and arrangements in the ordinary course of business in which the tax treatment is not entirely certain. We must therefore make estimates and judgments based on our knowledge and understanding of applicable tax laws and tax treaties, and the application of those tax laws and tax treaties to our business, in determining our consolidated tax provision. For example, certain countries could seek to tax a greater share of income than has been provided for by us. The final outcome of any audits by taxation authorities may differ from the estimates and assumptions we have used in determining our consolidated income tax provisions and accruals. This could result in a material effect on our consolidated income tax provision, results of operations, and financial condition for the period in which such determinations are made. 100 Our income tax returns are subject to audit in various jurisdictions. Existing and future audits by, or other disputes with, tax authorities may not be resolved favorably for us and could have a material adverse effect on our reported effective tax rate and after-tax cash flows. We record liabilities for uncertain tax positions, which involve significant management judgment. New laws and new interpretations of laws and rulings by tax authorities may affect the liability for uncertain tax positions. Due to the subjectivity and complex nature of the underlying issues, actual payments or assessments may differ from our estimates. To the extent that our estimates differ from amounts eventually assessed and paid our income and cash flows may be materially and adversely affected. We assess whether it is more likely than not that we will realize the tax benefits associated with our deferred tax assets and establish a valuation allowance for assets that are not expected to result in a realized tax benefit. A significant amount of judgment is used in this process, including preparation of forecasts of future taxable income and evaluation of tax planning initiatives. If we revise these forecasts or determine that certain planning events will not occur, an adjustment to the valuation allowance will be made to tax expense in the period such determination is made. NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARDS Information regarding the recently issued new accounting guidance (adopted and not adopted as of December 31, 2023) is contained in Note 2, “SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements. FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Caution regarding forward-looking information and statements and “Safe-Harbor” statements under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws: To the extent any statements made in this Form 10-K contain information that is not historical, these statements are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and may be forward-looking information within the meaning defined under applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). These forward-looking statements relate to, among other things: our business strategy, business plans and prospects and forecasts and changes thereto; product pipeline, prospective products and product approvals, expected launches of new products, product development and future performance and results of current and anticipated products; anticipated revenues for our products; expected R&D and marketing spend; our expected primary cash and working capital requirements for this fiscal year and beyond; the Company’s plans for continued improvement in operational efficiency and the anticipated impact of such plans; our liquidity and our ability to satisfy our debt maturities as they become due; our ability to reduce debt levels; our ability to comply with the financial and other covenants contained in the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement, senior notes indentures and the AR Facility Agreement; the ability of our subsidiary, Bausch + Lomb, to comply with the financial and other covenants contained in the B+L Senior Credit Facilities and the B+L October 2028 Secured Notes; the impact of our distribution, fulfillment and other third-party arrangements; proposed pricing actions; exposure to foreign currency exchange rate changes and interest rate changes; the outcome of contingencies, such as litigation, subpoenas, investigations, reviews, audits and regulatory proceedings; the anticipated impact of the adoption of new accounting standards; general market conditions; our expectations regarding our financial performance, including revenues, expenses, gross margins and income taxes; our impairment assessments, including the assumptions used therein and the results thereof; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the anticipated impact from the ongoing conflicts between Russia and Ukraine and between Israel and Hamas; and the Company’s plan to separate its eye- health business, including the structure and timing of completing such separation transaction. Forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of words such as “believe”, “anticipate”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “plan”, “continue”, “will”, “may”, “could”, “would”, “should”, “target”, “potential”, “opportunity”, “designed”, “create”, “predict”, “project”, “forecast”, “seek”, “strive”, “ongoing”, “decrease” or “increase” and variations or other similar expressions. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, intentions, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements may not be appropriate for other purposes. All of the statements in this Form 10-K that contain forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements. These statements are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of management. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, such statements involve risks and uncertainties, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Certain material factors or assumptions are applied in making such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, factors and assumptions regarding the items previously outlined, those factors, risks and uncertainties outlined below and the assumption that none of these factors, risks and uncertainties will cause actual results or events to differ materially from those described in such forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. Important factors, risks and 101 uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from these expectations include, among other things, the following: • the impact of current market and economic conditions in one or more of our markets on our ability to grow our business; • the impact of inflation and other macroeconomic factors on our business and operations; • ongoing litigation and potential additional litigation, claims, challenges and/or regulatory investigations challenging or otherwise relating to the B+L IPO and the B+L Separation and the costs, expenses, use of resources, diversion of management time and efforts, liability and damages that may result therefrom; • with respect to the B+L Separation, the risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the expected benefits and costs of the B+L Separation, the expected timing of completion of the B+L Separation and its terms, the Company’s ability to complete the B+L Separation considering the various conditions to the completion of the B+L Separation (some of which are outside the Company’s control, including conditions related to regulatory matters and applicable shareholder and stock exchange approvals), that market or other conditions are no longer favorable to completing the B+L Separation, that a portion of Bausch Health’s ownership of Bausch + Lomb is pledged as collateral securing the 9.00% Intermediate Holdco Secured Notes, that the Norwich Legal Decision (see “Xifaxan ® Paragraph IV Proceedings” of Note 20, “LEGAL PROCEEDINGS” to our audited Consolidated Financial Statements) may affect the timing of, or our ability to complete the B+L Separation, that applicable shareholder, stock exchange, regulatory or other approvals are not obtained on the terms or timelines anticipated or at all, business disruption during the pendency of, or following, the B+L Separation, diversion of management time on separation transaction-related issues, retention of existing management team members, the reaction of customers and other parties to the separation transaction, the qualification of the separation transaction as a tax-free transaction for Canadian and/or U.S. federal income tax purposes (including whether or not an advance ruling from the Canada Revenue Agency and/or the Internal Revenue Service will be sought or obtained), the ability of the Company and the separated entity to satisfy the conditions required to maintain the tax-free status of the B+L Separation (some of which are beyond their control), limitations on the Company’s ability to sell a portion of the Company’s interest in Bausch + Lomb in order to maintain the tax-free status of the B+L Separation (including due to dilution from B+L’s issuance of share-based compensation awards), other potential tax or other liabilities that may arise as a result of the B+L Separation, the potential dissynergy costs resulting from the B+L Separation, the impact of the B+L Separation on relationships with customers, suppliers, employees and other business counterparties, general economic conditions, conditions in the markets the Company is engaged in, behavior of customers, suppliers and competitors, technological developments, as well as legal and regulatory rules affecting the Company’s business. In particular, the Company can offer no assurance that any B+L Separation will occur at all, or that any such transaction will occur on the timelines anticipated by the Company; • the challenges the Company faces as a result of the closing of the B+L IPO, including the transitional services being provided by and to Bausch + Lomb, any potential, actual or perceived conflict of interest of some of our directors and officers because of their equity ownership in Bausch + Lomb and/or because they also serve as directors or officers of Bausch + Lomb and our ability to timely consolidate the financial results of the Bausch + Lomb business; • the expense, timing and outcome of legal and governmental proceedings, investigations and information requests relating to, among other matters, our past distribution, marketing, pricing, disclosure and accounting practices (including with respect to our former relationship with Philidor Rx Services, LLC (“Philidor”)), including a number of pending non-class securities litigations (including certain pending opt-out actions in the U.S. related to the previously settled securities class action and certain opt-out actions in Canada relating to the previously settled class action in Canada), certain pending lawsuits and other claims, investigations or proceedings that may be initiated or that may be asserted; • the past and ongoing scrutiny of our legacy business practices, including with respect to pricing, and any pricing controls or price adjustments that may be sought or imposed on our products as a result thereof; • ongoing or potential legal and governmental proceedings that are uncertain, costly and time-consuming and could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, cash flows and results of operations and could cause the market value of our common shares and/or debt securities to decline; • pricing decisions that we have implemented, or may in the future elect to implement, such as the Patient Access and Pricing Committee’s historic practice of limiting the average annual price increase for our branded prescription pharmaceutical products to single digits, or any future pricing actions we may take in 2024 or beyond following review by our Patient Access and Pricing Committee (which is responsible for the pricing of our drugs); 102 • legislative or policy efforts, including those that may be introduced and passed by the U.S. Congress, designed to reduce patient out-of-pocket costs for medicines, which could result in new mandatory rebates and discounts or other pricing restrictions, controls or regulations (including mandatory price reductions); • ongoing oversight and review of our products and facilities by regulatory and governmental agencies, including periodic audits by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (the “FDA”) and equivalent agencies outside of the U.S. and the results thereof; • actions, including inspections, by the FDA or other regulatory authorities with respect to our products or facilities; • compliance with the legal and regulatory requirements of our marketed drugs, including our dietary products; • our substantial debt (and potential additional future indebtedness) and current and future debt service obligations, our ability to reduce our outstanding debt levels and the resulting impact on our financial condition, cash flows and results of operations; • our ability to comply with the financial and other covenants contained in our senior notes indentures, the 2027 Revolving Credit Facility, the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement, the AR Credit Facility and other current or future credit and/or debt agreements or amendments thereto, including the ability of Bausch + Lomb to comply with its covenants and obligations under the B+L Senior Secured Credit Facilities and the B+L October 2028 Secured Notes, restrictions and prohibitions such covenants impose or may impose on the way we conduct our business, including prohibitions on incurring additional debt if certain financial covenants are not met, limitations on the amount of additional obligations we are able to incur pursuant to other covenants, our ability to draw under our 2027 Revolving Credit Facility, Bausch + Lomb’s ability to draw down under the revolving credit facility under the B+L Credit Agreement and restrictions on our ability to make certain investments and other restricted payments; • any default under the terms of our senior notes indentures or the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement (and other current or future credit and/or debt agreements or amendments thereto) and our ability, if any, to cure or obtain waivers of such default; • any downgrade by rating agencies in our credit ratings, which may impact, among other things, our ability to raise debt and the cost of capital for additional debt issuances; • our ability to generate cash in order to service our debt; • any reductions in, or changes in the assumptions used in, our forecasts for fiscal year 2024 or beyond, including as a result of current market and economic conditions in one or more of our markets, which could lead to, among other things: (i) a failure to meet the financial and/or other covenants contained in the 2022 Amended Credit Agreement, senior notes indentures and/or the B+L Credit Agreement (and other current or future credit and/or debt agreements) and/or (ii) impairment in the goodwill associated with certain of our reporting units or impairment charges related to certain of our products or other intangible assets, which impairments could be material; • changes in the assumptions used in connection with our impairment analyses or assessments, which would lead to a change in such impairment analyses and assessments and which could result in an impairment in the goodwill associated with any of our reporting units or impairment charges related to certain of our products or other intangible assets; • risks and uncertainties relating to the XIIDRA Acquisition by Bausch + Lomb, including its ability to effectively and efficiently integrate the acquired XIIDRA ® product, pipeline products, transferred sales force and other assets into its existing business, risks that such integration efforts will potentially divert the efforts and attention of Bausch + Lomb’s management and other employees away from its ongoing business operations, the effect of the transaction on its ability to maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and other business partners, risks relating to Bausch + Lomb’s increased levels of debt as a result of debt incurred to finance such acquisition and risks that it may not realize the expected benefits of the acquisition on a timely basis or at all; • the possibility that the pro forma financial information included in this Form 10-K may not necessarily be indicative of what the consolidated results of operations would have been, had the XIIDRA Acquisition been completed on January 1, 2022 and may differ materially from the future results of operations of the combined company; • the uncertainties associated with the acquisition and launch of new products, assets and businesses (including Bausch + Lomb’s recently acquired XIIDRA ® product and Blink ® product line and its recently launched MIEBO ® product), including, but not limited to, our ability to provide the time, resources, expertise and funds required for the commercial 103 launch of new products, the acceptance and demand for new products, and the impact of competitive products and pricing, which could lead to material impairment charges; • our ability or inability to extend the profitable life of our products, including through line extensions and other life-cycle programs; • our ability to retain, motivate and recruit directors, executives and other key employees; • our ability to implement effective succession planning for our executives and key employees; • factors impacting our ability to stabilize and reposition our Dermatology business to generate additional value, including the success of recently launched products and the approval of pipeline products (and the timing of such approvals); • factors impacting our ability to achieve anticipated revenues for our products, including changes in anticipated marketing spend on such products and launch of competing products; • factors impacting our ability to achieve anticipated market acceptance for our products, including acceptance of the pricing, effectiveness of promotional efforts, reputation of our products and launch of competing products; • the challenges and difficulties associated with managing a large complex business, which has, in the past, grown rapidly; • our ability to compete against companies that are larger and have greater financial, technical and human resources than we do, as well as other competitive factors, such as technological advances achieved, patents obtained and new products introduced by our competitors; • our ability to develop or acquire more effective or less costly pharmaceutical or OTC products or medical devices than our competitors; • our ability to effectively operate and grow our businesses in light of the challenges that the Company has faced and market conditions, including with respect to its substantial debt, pending investigations and legal proceedings, scrutiny of our past pricing and other practices, limitations on the way we conduct business imposed by the covenants contained in our 2022 Amended Credit Agreement, AR Facility Agreement, the B+L Senior Secured Credit Facilities, our senior notes indentures, the senior notes indenture of B+L and the agreements governing our other indebtedness, and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic; • the extent to which our products are reimbursed by government authorities, pharmacy benefit managers (“PBMs”) and other third-party payors; the impact our distribution, pricing and other practices may have on the decisions of such government authorities, PBMs and other third-party payors to reimburse our products; the impact of obtaining or maintaining such reimbursement on the price and sales of our products; and the launch and implementation of any new pharma-care or dental-care program or related spending by the Canadian federal government; • the inclusion of our products on formularies or our ability to achieve favorable formulary status, as well as the impact on the price and sales of our products in connection therewith; • the consolidation of wholesalers, retail drug chains and other customer groups and the impact of such industry consolidation on our business; • the impact of pricing controls, social or governmental pressure to lower the cost of drugs, and consolidation across the supply chain; • our ability to maintain strong relationships with physicians and other healthcare professionals; • our ability to maintain and provide appropriate training in our products to our health care providers; • our eligibility for benefits under tax treaties and the availability of low effective tax rates for the business profits of certain of our subsidiaries; • the implementation of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development inclusive framework on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting, including the global minimum corporate tax rate, by the countries in which we operate; • the outcome of any audits by taxation authorities, which outcomes may differ from the estimates and assumptions that we may use in determining our consolidated tax provisions and accruals; 104 • the actions of our third-party partners or service providers of research, development, manufacturing, marketing, distribution or other services, including their compliance with applicable laws and contracts, which actions may be beyond our control or influence, and the impact of such actions on our Company; • the risks associated with the international scope of our operations, including our presence in emerging markets and the challenges we face when entering and operating in new and different geographic markets (including the challenges created by new and different regulatory regimes in such countries and the need to comply with applicable anti-bribery and economic sanctions laws and regulations); • adverse global economic conditions, including rates of inflation, and credit markets and foreign currency exchange uncertainty and volatility in certain of the countries in which we do business; • the impact of the recent escalation in conflict in the Middle East, including attacks on Israel by Hamas and any related military conflict, including potential impact on our operations, sale of products and revenues in this region; • the trade conflict between the U.S. and China; • the impact of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the export controls, sanctions and other restrictive actions that have been or may be imposed by the U.S., Canada, the EU and other countries against governmental and other entities in Russia, Belarus and parts of Ukraine, including potential impact on sales, earnings, market conditions and the ability of the Company to manage its resources and operations in Russia; • the impact of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (“USMCA”) and any potential changes to other trade agreements; • the impact of the recent escalation in conflict in the Middle East, including attacks on Israel by Hamas and any related military conflict, including potential impact on our operations, sale of products and revenues in this region; • our ability to obtain, maintain and license sufficient intellectual property rights over our products and enforce and defend against challenges to such intellectual property (such as in connection with the filing by Norwich Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Norwich”) of its Abbreviated New Drug Application (“ANDA”) for Xifaxan ® (rifaximin) 550 mg tablets and the Company’s related lawsuit filed against Norwich in connection therewith) and the impact of the Norwich Legal Decision and related litigation on, among other things, our business results, financial results, and the B+L Separation; • our ability to successfully appeal the decision of the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware in the Company’s lawsuit against Norwich in connection with Norwich’s ANDA; • the fact that a substantial amount of our revenues is derived from the Xifaxan ® product line, and that we may be materially impacted by the entry of a generic rifaximin product earlier than January 2028, including the risk of a competitor launching a generic rifaximin at risk prior to a final unappealable decision; • the introduction of generic, biosimilar or other competitors of our branded products and other products, including the introduction of products that compete against our products that do not have patent or data exclusivity rights; • the impact on our revenues and profits from generic products as a result of changes to regulatory policy; • our ability to identify, finance, acquire, close and integrate acquisition targets successfully and on a timely basis and the difficulties, challenges, time and resources associated with the integration of acquired companies, businesses and products; • any divestitures of our assets or businesses and our ability to successfully complete any such divestitures on commercially reasonable terms and on a timely basis, or at all, and the impact of any such divestitures on our Company, including the reduction in the size or scope of our business or market share, loss of revenue, any loss on sale, including any resultant impairments of goodwill or other assets, or any adverse tax consequences suffered as a result of any such divestitures; • the expense, timing and outcome of pending or future legal and governmental proceedings, arbitrations, investigations, subpoenas, tax and other regulatory audits, examinations, reviews and regulatory proceedings against us or relating to us and settlements thereof; • our ability to negotiate the terms of or obtain court approval for the settlement of certain legal and regulatory proceedings; 105 • our ability to obtain components, raw materials or finished products supplied by third parties (some of which may be single-sourced) and other manufacturing and related supply difficulties, interruptions and delays; • the effect of changes in inventory levels or fluctuations in buying patterns by our large distributor and retail customers; • the disruption of delivery of our products and the routine flow of manufactured goods; • economic factors over which the Company has no control, including changes in inflation, interest rates, foreign currency rates, and the potential effect of such factors on revenues, expenses and resulting margins; • interest rate risks associated with our floating rate debt borrowings; • our ability to effectively distribute our products and the effectiveness and success of our distribution arrangements; • our ability to effectively promote our own products and those of our co-promotion partners; • the success of our fulfillment arrangements with Walgreen Co. and our dermatology cash-pay prescription program, including market acceptance of, or market reaction to, such arrangements (including by customers, doctors, patients, PBMs, third-party payors and governmental agencies), and the continued compliance of such arrangements with applicable laws; • our ability to secure and maintain third-party research, development, manufacturing, licensing, marketing or distribution arrangements; • the risk that our products could cause, or be alleged to cause, personal injury and adverse effects, leading to potential lawsuits, product liability claims and damages and/or recalls or withdrawals of products from the market; • the mandatory or voluntary recall or withdrawal of our products from the market and the costs and potential other impacts associated therewith; • the availability of, and our ability to obtain and maintain, adequate insurance coverage and/or our ability to cover or insure against the total amount of the claims and liabilities we face, whether through third-party insurance or self-insurance; • our indemnity agreements, which may result in an obligation to indemnify or reimburse the relevant counterparty, which amounts may be material; • the difficulty in predicting the expense, timing and outcome within our legal and regulatory environment, including with respect to approvals by the FDA, Health Canada, EMA and similar agencies in other countries, legal and regulatory proceedings and settlements thereof, the protection afforded by our patents and other intellectual and proprietary property, successful generic challenges to our products and infringement or alleged infringement of the intellectual property of others; • the results of continuing safety and efficacy studies by industry and government agencies; • the success of preclinical and clinical trials for our drug development pipeline or delays in clinical trials that adversely impact the timely commercialization of our pipeline products, as well as other factors impacting the commercial success of our products, which could lead to material impairment charges; • uncertainties around the successful improvement and modification of our existing products and development of new products, which may require significant expenditures and efforts; • the results of management reviews of our research and development portfolio (including following the receipt of clinical results or feedback from the FDA or other regulatory authorities), which could result in terminations of specific projects which, in turn, could lead to material impairment charges; • the seasonality of sales of certain of our products; • declines in the pricing and sales volume of certain of our products that are distributed or marketed by third parties, over which we have no or limited control; • compliance by the Company or our third-party partners and service providers (over whom we may have limited influence), or the failure of our Company or these third parties to comply, with applicable laws and regulations, including health care “fraud and abuse” laws and other extensive regulation of our marketing, promotional and business practices (including with respect to pricing), worldwide anti-bribery laws (including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt 106 Practices Act and the Canadian Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act), worldwide economic sanctions and/or export laws, worldwide environmental laws and regulation and privacy and security regulations, and to prevail in any litigation related to noncompliance; • the impacts of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, as amended by the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 and potential amendment thereof and other legislative and regulatory health care reforms in the countries in which we operate, including with respect to recent government inquiries on pricing; • the impact of any changes in or reforms to the legislation, laws, rules, regulation and guidance that apply to the Company and its businesses and products or the enactment of any new or proposed legislation, laws, rules, regulations or guidance that will impact or apply to the Company or its businesses or products, and to the Company’s ability to sell its products profitably; • the impact of changes in federal laws and policy that may be undertaken under the current administration; • illegal distribution or sale of counterfeit versions of our products; • the reduction of revenues in future fiscal periods due to our policies regarding returns, allowances, and chargebacks; • the reduction of profits due to imports from countries where our products are available at lower prices; • any plans for the Company’s aesthetic medical business; • interruptions, breakdowns or breaches in our information technology systems; • the impact of catastrophic events that may disrupt our business; • risks associated with climate change; • our ability to maintain adequate internal controls and to provide an assertion as to the effectiveness of such controls on an annual basis; • the potential adverse effect of shareholder activism; • our ability to effectively monitor and respond to expectations regarding environmental, social and governance matters; and • risks in Item 1A. “Risk Factors” in this Form 10-K. Additional information about these factors and about the material factors or assumptions underlying such forward-looking statements may be found elsewhere in this Form 10-K, under Item 1A. “Risk Factors” and in the Company’s other filings with the SEC and the CSA. When relying on our forward-looking statements to make decisions with respect to the Company, investors and others should carefully consider the foregoing factors and other uncertainties and potential events. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this Form 10-K or to reflect actual outcomes, except as required by law. We caution that, as it is not possible to predict or identify all relevant factors that may impact forward-looking statements, the foregoing list of important factors that may affect future results is not exhaustive and should not be considered a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Information relating to quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk is detailed in Item 7. “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations — Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk” and is incorporated herein by reference. Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data The information required by this Item is contained in the financial statements set forth in Item 15. “Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules” as part of this Form 10-K and is incorporated herein by reference. Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Not applicable. 107