Owens_Minor3Q2008_webcast_slides

Owens & Minor reported financial results for 3Q 2008 with year-over-year revenue growth but lower earnings per share. Revenue increased 2.4% to $1.81 billion compared to $1.75 billion in 3Q 2007. Gross margin and operating earnings as a percentage of revenue declined slightly. Earnings per share fell from $0.52 to $0.55. For 2008, the company expects organic revenue growth of 5-7% and earnings per share between $2.30-$2.40, despite expected dilution from an acquisition.