CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.

In addition to the other information set forth in this report, you should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our 2025 Form 10-K and in Part II, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 28, 2026 (Q1 10-Q) which could materially affect our business, financial condition, and/or future results. The risks described in our 2025 Form 10-K and in our Q1 10-Q are not the only risks we face. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect our business, financial condition, and/or operating results. Except for the risk factor disclosed in Part II, Item 1A of the Q1 10-Q, which is hereby incorporated by reference into this Part II, Item 1A of this Form 10-Q, there have been no material changes to the Company’s risk factors since the 2025 Form 10-K.