Baxter International Inc. (BAX)

Healthcare
$17.21▼ 0.37 (2.10%)
Real-time prices · US Markets
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Next earnings: Jul 30
Bearish
4.8 / 10
Consensus analyst target of $22.12 is 29% above current price.
currently unprofitable (-10% margin).
Quality
3.8
Health
4.5
Growth
4.7
Valuation
7.1
Sentiment
4
Analyst Target
$22.12
▲ +28.5% from current

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Fundamentals

Trailing P/E
price-to-earnings
Forward P/E
8.5×
next 12 months est.
Market Cap
$8.9B
market capitalization
Div Yield
2.09%
dividend yield
Profit Margin
-9.7%
net profit margin
Gross Margin
34.6%
revenue minus COGS
ROE
return on equity
Beta
0.62
vs S&P 500
Price / Book
P/B ratio
52-Week Range
$16 — $33
annual min — max

EPS — Estimate vs Actual

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BAX a good stock to buy right now?
Baxter International Inc.'s Q·Score is 4.8/10 (Bearish), reflecting its current fundamentals, analyst data, and valuation metrics. Consensus analyst target of $22.12 is 29% above current price. Key area to monitor: currently unprofitable (-10% margin). This is an informational data summary only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.
What is the analyst price target for BAX?
The consensus price target for BAX is $22.12, based on ratings from 13 Wall Street analysts. This is 28.5% above the current price of $17.21. Price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.
Is BAX overvalued or undervalued?
Baxter International Inc. (BAX) scores favorably on valuation metrics relative to sector peers and analyst targets. Its forward P/E ratio stands at 8.5×. The consensus analyst price target of $22.12 is 29% above the current price.
When does Baxter International Inc. report its next earnings?
Baxter International Inc.'s next earnings report is expected on approximately July 30, 2026.
What is Baxter International Inc.'s profit margin?
Baxter International Inc. has a net profit margin of -9.7%, indicating the company is currently operating at a net loss. Its gross margin stands at 34.6%, reflecting a more cost-intensive business model.
What is BAX's dividend yield?
Baxter International Inc. currently offers a dividend yield of 2.09%, which is above the typical market average dividend yield. Dividend yields can change based on price movements and company payout decisions.
Is Baxter International Inc.'s revenue growing?
Baxter International Inc. is reporting modest revenue growth of 2.9%.
How much debt does Baxter International Inc. have?
Baxter International Inc. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.60×, reflecting a moderately high debt load — watch cash flow coverage.