Ticker: MRK

Merck

Pharma Healthcare Drug Manufacturers - General
Price 131.07
Reco Buy Potential 70 Risk 40 Updated 2026-07-26

Forecast impact

limited
Target +8.3% target fill 92.3%
Reaction D5 +3.54% · D10 +6.61% fresh confirmed · market trust
Impact Potential 0 · Risk 0 valid until 2026-08-12

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Description

Company and Business Model

Merck & Co., Inc. is a global healthcare company that develops and manufactures pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biologics, and animal health products. Its core products include treatments for cancer, diabetes, and infectious diseases, with significant revenue generated from its oncology and vaccine segments. The company also focuses on research and development to innovate new therapies and improve existing ones.

Investment Profile

The stock presents a balanced investment profile, appealing to investors seeking a combination of growth and income through dividends. With a moderate dividend yield and a focus on innovation, it may attract those interested in stable returns while also considering potential capital appreciation.

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-07-24
EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $
3.56
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth
-0.2%
EPS surprise
1.5%
20d volatility
1.8%
Dividend yield
2.6%
last ex-date
2026-06-15
AI recommendation changes
Date Before After Reason
2026-06-27 Hold Buy Strong momentum and solid fundamentals support growth potential.
2026-06-19 Buy Hold Weak momentum and fundamentals suggest caution.
2026-06-09 Hold Buy Stable dividend, moderate growth, cautious market sentiment.
Analyst forecasts
Date Analyst Action Target Price Then
2026-07-13 BMO Capital Target Raised — → 142 124.08
2026-07-13 Guggenheim Target Raised — → 145 123.54
2026-07-06 HSBC Target Raised 135 → 150 126.05
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