Company: CRL
Filing Date: 2025-02-19
Form Type: 10-K
Source: 0001100682-25-000011
Chunk: 36

Company: CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Filing Date: 2025-02-19
Form: 10-K
Item: Item 1A
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Item 1A.    Risk Factors

Set forth below, elsewhere in this Form 10-K, and in other documents we file with the SEC are risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results contemplated by the forward-looking statements contained in this Form 10-K. We note that factors set forth below, individually or in the aggregate, as well as additional risks and uncertainties either not presently known or that are currently believed to not be material to the business, may cause our actual results to differ materially from expected and historical results. You should understand that it is not possible to predict or identify all such factors. Consequently, you should not consider the following to be a complete discussion of all potential risks or uncertainties 

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and the risks described below should be carefully considered together with the other information set forth in this report and in future documents we file with the SEC. 

Risk Factor Summary

As noted above, we are subject to a number of risks that if realized could cause actual results to differ materially from the results contemplated herein. Some of the more significant risks and uncertainties we face include those summarized below. The summary below is not exhaustive and is qualified by reference to the full set of risk factors set forth in this "Risk Factors" section. Please carefully consider all of the information in this Form 10-K, including the full set of risks set forth in this "Risk Factors" section, and in our other filings with the SEC before making an investment decision regarding Charles River.

Business and Operational Risks

•We bear financial risk for contracts that may be terminated or reduced in scope, underpriced, subject to cost overruns or delays.

•Upgrading and integrating our business systems could result in implementation issues and business disruptions.

•We have in the past experienced and in the future could experience unauthorized access into our information systems.

•If we are not successful in executing our business strategy, including our failure in selecting and integrating the businesses and technologies we acquire, or in managing our current and future site closures and divestitures, our business may be adversely impacted.

•If we are not successful in realizing cost savings from our restructuring initiatives, our business may be adversely impacted.

•Our business is subject to risks relating to operating internationally, including changes in foreign currency exchange rates. 

•Our operations might be affected by the occurrence of a natural disaster or other catastrophic event.

•Negative attention from special interest groups may impair our business.

Industry Risk Factors

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