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H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) stands as the world's largest tax services provider, having prepared over 650 million tax returns since its inception in 1955. Catering to a diverse clientele, H&R Block operates approximately 12,000 company-owned and franchise retail locations across all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. The company also has a presence in Canada, Australia, India, and on U.S. military bases worldwide. An H&R Block retail office is located within five miles of most Americans.
In the fiscal year 2015, H&R Block reported revenues exceeding $3.1 billion, preparing 24.2 million tax returns globally. The company’s services extend beyond retail locations, including digital tax solutions that have been aiding do-it-yourself clients for over 15 years. In FY 2015 alone, 6.9 million tax returns were completed through H&R Block's digital solutions. Employing around 9,000 bilingual tax professionals, H&R Block provides expert assistance in multiple languages.
Recent Achievements and Projects:
- AI Tax Assist: In December 2023, H&R Block introduced the H&R Block AI Tax Assist, a generative AI experience designed to streamline the tax preparation process. This innovation combines the company's extensive tax expertise with artificial intelligence to provide real-time, reliable assistance, ensuring accuracy and maximum refunds for individuals, the self-employed, and small business owners.
- Fiscal Updates: H&R Block will report its fiscal 2024 second quarter results on February 6, 2024. This will be followed by a conference call for stakeholders to discuss results and the company’s outlook.
- Leadership and Growth: Curtis Campbell, a seasoned executive with vast experience in the tax, fintech, and software industries, joined H&R Block to drive innovation and growth, especially in the consumer tax business.
- Direct Import Feature: To simplify the tax filing process, H&R Block launched the Direct Import feature, enabling users to seamlessly import prior year tax return data from TurboTax into H&R Block's online products.
- Minecraft Competitive League (MCL): H&R Block launched a unique Minecraft experience to engage young adult gamers, integrating custom versions of the game with a branded character, Sir Block, and offering in-game skins and avatars.
Beyond tax preparation, H&R Block provides financial products and small-business solutions through Block Advisors and Wave. These services include bookkeeping, payroll, advisory, and payment processing solutions, helping small-business owners thrive year-round. Additionally, H&R Block’s mobile banking app, Spruce, enhances its clients’ financial well-being.
For more detailed information, visit the company's official website at HRBlock.com.
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 26, 2021 – H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) has announced that its management team will conduct virtual investor meetings at Barrington Research’s 14th Annual Virtual Fall Investment Conference on September 9, 2021. Interested parties can request a meeting through their Barrington Research salesperson.
H&R Block offers tax preparation and financial services, blending digital innovation with human expertise. Their platforms, including Block Advisors and Wave, assist small business owners with effective financial solutions.
On August 6, 2021, H&R Block appointed Carmichael Lynch as its strategy and creative lead. This partnership aims to enhance the brand's transformation journey under the Block Horizons 2025 strategy, focusing on small businesses, financial products, and consumer taxes. Julius Lai, H&R Block's CMO, emphasized the agency's strategic vision as crucial for their growth. Carmichael Lynch will also collaborate with Gale for media planning, analytics, and CRM efforts. This initiative has garnered attention from both Wall Street and media due to its focus on equitable financial products.
H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) will hold virtual investor meetings at the Northcoast Research 2021 Industrial & Business Services Conference on August 9, 2021. Interested participants can contact their Northcoast Research salesperson to request a meeting.
This event highlights H&R Block's commitment to engaging with investors and providing updates on their tax preparation and financial services. The company combines digital innovation with human expertise to offer effective solutions for tax management and small business needs.
H&R Block announced a new online calculator to assist families in estimating their child tax credit payments under the March 2021 American Rescue Plan. This tool allows users to input their filing status, 2020 income, and children's ages to determine expected monthly payments from July to December, along with potential tax credits for the following year. The company also offers free online filing for eligible families without recent tax returns, ensuring accurate IRS information. An online resource page addresses common questions and provides updates on the child tax credit.
H&R Block achieved robust growth for fiscal 2021, reporting a 29.3% increase in revenue to $3.4 billion and net income of $590 million. Assisted filings contributed significantly, along with strong performance from DIY revenues and Emerald Card. The company declared a 4% dividend hike to $0.27 per share, marking a 35% increase over six years. Share repurchases totaled 11.6 million shares for $188 million. The fiscal year-end will shift from April 30 to June 30, enhancing alignment with tax season performance.
H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) has announced significant changes in its Global Consumer Tax leadership team to enhance tax services and expand client options. Karen Orosco has been appointed as President, Global Consumer Tax and Service Delivery, succeeding in driving growth through innovative solutions and a robust retail network of over 12,000 offices. Bob Moretti and Roxane Harris are promoted to Senior Vice President and Vice President roles, respectively, bolstering retail operations and franchise support. These leadership adjustments aim to implement H&R Block's five-year strategy, Block Horizons, and improve client service.
H&R Block announced organizational changes to enhance its transformation strategy, Block Horizons 2025, following strong performance in the 2021 tax season, achieving significant market share gains. The five-year strategy focuses on three imperatives: small business, financial products, and Global Consumer Tax. The restructuring includes nearly 90 promotions and the introduction of a mobile-first financial solution. These initiatives aim to improve client experiences and maximize shareholder value.
H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) and Nextdoor are expanding their partnership with 10 new community-led projects aimed at enhancing social cohesion across the U.S. More than 1,500 project submissions from residents were reviewed, leading to initiatives in 20 states that will impact 2.3 million residents.
These projects, including community gardens and playground upgrades, are designed to combat social isolation and foster neighborhood connections. H&R Block aims to improve 500 communities nationwide by 2025 through such initiatives.
H&R Block (HRB) reported strong growth in the 2021 U.S. tax season, achieving significant market share gains, particularly in the Assisted category where it gained approximately 0.7%. The company estimates total revenue for fiscal 2021 to be between $3.400 to $3.415 billion, with net income projected at $585 million to $591 million. The shift towards digital engagement led to a more than 50% increase in digital interactions with assisted clients. H&R Block will release its full fiscal results on June 15, 2021, and expects robust performance overall.
H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced the appointment of three new vice presidents to enhance its operations in investor relations, financial services, and information security. Crystal Anderson, promoted to vice president of financial services, will lead the launch of a new mobile banking platform. Michaella Gallina joins as vice president of investor relations, tasked with communicating the company’s transformation to investors. Joshua Brown, now chief information security officer, will oversee security threats to support H&R Block’s growth strategy.
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