Baxter International Inc. (BAX) Stock

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With a beta of 0.61, Baxter International Inc. is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 2.20 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Baxter International Inc. achieves a profit margin of -5.20%, meaning it retains $-5.20 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 9.75% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at -3.51% and ROA at 2.50%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.

Baxter International Inc.'s revenue grew by 5.40% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 237.90% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS industry averages for proper context.

Baxter International Inc. offers a dividend yield of 2.24%, paying $0.92 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/30/2025.

The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Baxter International Inc. pays $0.92 per share in dividends against earnings of -$0.52 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of -176.92%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/1/2025.

Baxter International Inc. has a market capitalization of $15.60B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 513.17M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.

Baxter International Inc.'s book value per share is $13.80, while the current stock price is $29.23, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.12. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

18 analysts cover BAX with 33% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $38.34 implies 31.2% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.

Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 4 Buy, 11 Hold, 1 Sell, 0The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

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