Cardinal Health Inc (CAH)

Currency in USD
233.12
+4.82(+2.11%)
Closed·
232.34-0.78(-0.33%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
228.59234.18
52 wk Range
151.87258.30
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
233.12
Open
229.11
Day's Range
228.59-234.18
52 wk Range
151.87-258.3
Volume
1.72M
Average Volume (3m)
1.97M
1-Year Change
50.2159%
Book Value / Share
-12.31
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
270.33
Upside
+15.96%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
5 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

Cardinal Health Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

14 Buy
3 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
17 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 270.33
(+15.96% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
CFRA
Buy---UpgradeSep 15, 2026
RBC Capital
Buy276.00+18.39%-New CoverageAug 19, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold260.00+11.53%215.00MaintainAug 13, 2026
TD Cowen
Buy280.00+20.11%275.00MaintainAug 13, 2026
Barclays
Buy275.00+17.96%258.00MaintainAug 13, 2026

Cardinal Health Inc SWOT Analysis


Financial Triumph
Cardinal Health surpasses Q1 expectations, raising FY25 EPS guidance amid strong pharmaceutical and specialty segment performance
Strategic Expansion
Acquisition of Integrated Oncology Network for $1.115B signals shift to offensive growth strategy in community oncology market
Segment Dynamics
Explore the contrasting performances of Cardinal Health's divisions, with pharmaceutical success offsetting challenges in medical products
Market Positioning
Analysts set price targets ranging from $107 to $133, reflecting confidence in Cardinal Health's growth potential and strategic direction
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Cardinal Health Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2026

  • Cardinal Health Q4 adjusted EPS of $2.60 beat estimates of $2.41 by 7.88%; revenue of $63.7B missed forecast by 2.33%, shares surged 7.62%.
  • Fiscal 2026 revenue rose 14% to $254B with adjusted free cash flow reaching $5B; company authorized $5B increase in buyback program to $6.4B total.
  • Management guided fiscal 2027 adjusted EPS of $12.40-$12.60, implying 13%-15% growth, with free cash flow forecast of $3.5B-$4B and minimum $1B buyback.
  • Pharmaceutical segment expected to grow revenue 3%-5% and profit 8%-11%; other growth businesses projected to expand revenue 11%-13% in fiscal 2027.
  • CEO Hollar noted non-GAAP EPS more than doubled since 2022; executives cited strong execution but expect normalized growth after unusually high 2026 demand.
Last Updated: 2026-08-11, 09:48 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 11, 2026
EPS / Forecast
2.60 / 2.41
Revenue / Forecast
63.7B / 65.22B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 7.23%
Dividend Yield
0.89%
Industry Median 2.30%
Annualized payout
2.06
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+1.09%
Growth Streak

CAH Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
31.5x13.5x−0.3x
PEG Ratio
2.600.010.00
Price/Book
−18.7x3.1x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
0.2x0.9x3.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
16.0%0.0%58.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Cardinal Health, Inc. operates as a healthcare services and products company in the United States and internationally. It operates in two segments: Pharmaceutical and Specialty Solutions, and Global Medical Products and Distribution. The company offers customized solutions for hospitals, healthcare systems, pharmacies, ambulatory surgery centers, clinical laboratories, physician offices, and patients in the home. It distributes branded and generic pharmaceutical, specialty pharmaceutical, and over-the-counter healthcare and consumer products. The company also provides services to pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers for specialty pharmaceutical products; pharmacy management services to hospitals; operates pharmacies, including pharmacies in community health centers; and repackages generic pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter healthcare products. In addition, it manufactures, sources, and distributes Cardinal Health branded medical, surgical, and laboratory products and devices that include exam and surgical gloves; needles, syringe, and sharps disposals; compression, incontinence, nutritional delivery, and wound care products; single-use surgical drapes, gowns, and apparel products; fluid suction and collection systems; urology products; operating room supply products; and electrode product lines. Further, the company distributes a range of national brand products, including medical, surgical, and laboratory products; provides supply chain services and solutions to hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, clinical laboratories, and other healthcare providers; and assembles and sells sterile and non-sterile procedure kits. Additionally, it manufactures, prepares, and delivers radiopharmaceuticals; and optimizes direct shipments through integrated technology solutions. The company was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio.

Employees
61344

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
110.53M47.73%25.77B
Other Institutional Investors
99.99M43.18%23.31B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
21.04M9.09%4.90B
Total
231.56M100.00%53.98B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.11.44%26,490,6336,175,496
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC7.18%16,621,1263,874,717

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FAQ

What Is the Cardinal Health (CAH) Stock Price Today?

The Cardinal Health stock price today is 233.12 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Cardinal Health Trade On?

Cardinal Health is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Cardinal Health?

The stock symbol for Cardinal Health is "CAH."

Does Cardinal Health Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Cardinal Health dividend yield is 0.89%.

What Is the Cardinal Health Market Cap?

As of today, Cardinal Health market cap is 53.98B USD.

What Is Cardinal Health's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Cardinal Health EPS (TTM) is 7.23.

When Is the Next Cardinal Health Earnings Date?

Cardinal Health will release its next earnings report on Nov 05, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is CAH a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Cardinal Health Stock Split?

Cardinal Health has split 11 times.

How Many Employees Does Cardinal Health Have?

Cardinal Health has 61344 employees.

What is the current trading status of Cardinal Health (CAH)?

As of Oct 06, 2026, Cardinal Health (CAH) is trading at a price of 233.12 USD, with a previous close of 233.12 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 228.59 USD to 234.18 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 151.87 USD to 258.30 USD.

What Is Cardinal Health (CAH) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Cardinal Health is 270.33 USD, with a high estimate of 292 USD and a low estimate of 235 USD. 14 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +15.96% Upside potential.

What Is the CAH Premarket Price?

CAH's last pre-market stock price is 232.34 USD. The pre-market share volume is 1,090.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.78, or -0.33%.

What Is the CAH After Hours Price?

CAH's last after hours stock price is 233.00 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.12, or -0.05%.
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