H&R Block, Inc. - HRB STOCK NEWS

Welcome to our dedicated page for H&R Block news (Ticker: HRB), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on H&R Block stock.

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.