Cardinal Health Stock - Analyst consensus after strong run
19.06.2026 - 17:55:11 | ad-hoc-news.de
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Cardinal Health (US14149Y1082) has seen its stock climb sharply over the past two years. A fresh consensus snapshot compiled by Zacks shows higher earnings estimates and a Buy rating backdrop for the healthcare distributor, even as valuation has moved above the industry average.
All news and analysis on Cardinal Health stock
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What recent research shows
According to a detailed update on Nasdaq.com based on Zacks data, Cardinal Health shares delivered a gain of about 74% in 2025. Year to date, the stock is up a further 7.9%, extending the rally on the back of consistent earnings execution.
The same report highlights that estimates for fiscal 2026 earnings per share have risen by 16.5% over the past year to $10.76, while fiscal 2027 EPS estimates have increased 17.2% to $11.98. Zacks currently assigns the stock a Rank #2, corresponding to a Buy recommendation.
How valuation and peers compare
On valuation, the Nasdaq/Zacks analysis notes Cardinal Health shares trade at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings ratio of about 18.6. That level sits above the cited industry average P/E of 16.15, reflecting investors' willingness to pay a premium for the company’s growth profile.
The report attributes the stronger rating backdrop to several drivers. These include accelerating specialty pharmaceutical distribution, a growing contribution from higher-margin healthcare services and continued improvements in execution across Cardinal Health’s core businesses in a competitive sector.
The product and service engine
Cardinal Health generates most of its revenue from large-scale pharmaceutical distribution to hospitals, pharmacies and other care providers. It also supplies medical-surgical products such as gloves, gowns and syringes, and offers logistics and supply-chain services that support healthcare systems' daily operations.
Where the stock trades today
Cardinal Health shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker CAH; the latest available quote referenced in recent analyst commentary showed the stock at $221.77 in regular trading.
Key facts on Cardinal Health stock
- Company: Cardinal Health Inc.
- ISIN: US14149Y1082
- WKN: 879312
- Ticker: CAH
- Venue: NYSE
- Price (as of 06/18/2026, 22:00 CET): 221.77 USD
- Market cap: 55,000,000,000 USD (as of 06/18/2026)
- Sector / Industry: Health Care - Healthcare providers and distributors
- Index membership: Standard & Poor's 500 index
- Next earnings date: 08/08/2026
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