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Cardinal Health Inc. (CAH) Stock

Cardinal Health Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Cardinal Health Inc. (CAH), a prominent company in the trade & services sector within the wholesale-drugs, proprietaries & druggists' sundries industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $152.25. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $104.89 and $168.44. This places the current price at 90.4% of its 52-week high and 45.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1,162,565. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US14149Y1082.

Market Cap

$35.53B

52-Week High

$168.44

-9.61% from high

52-Week Low

$104.89

+45.15% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,162,565

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

23.03

Near market average

Forward P/E

15.90

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.53

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

16.07

EV/EBITDA

12.94

EPS (TTM)

$6.46

Price to Sales

0.16

Beta

0.68

Less volatile than market

How is CAH valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Cardinal Health Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 23.03, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 15.90 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.53 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is CAH's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.68, Cardinal Health 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 16.07 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

0.70%

Operating Margin

1.05%

Return on Equity

0.00%

Return on Assets

3.16%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

0.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

4.00%

How profitable and efficient is CAH's business model?
Cardinal Health Inc. achieves a profit margin of 0.70%, meaning it retains $0.70 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 1.05% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes.0
What are CAH's recent growth trends?
Cardinal Health Inc.'s revenue grew by 0.50% 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 4.00% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against WHOLESALE-DRUGS, PROPRIETARIES & DRUGGISTS' SUNDRIES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$2.03

Dividend Yield

1.36%

Ex-Dividend Date

10/1/2025

Dividend Date

10/15/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from CAH?
Cardinal Health Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.36%, paying $2.03 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 10/1/2025.
How reliable is CAH's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Cardinal Health Inc. pays $2.03 per share in dividends against earnings of $6.46 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 31.39%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 10/15/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

238.79M

Book Value/Share

-$11.64

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is CAH's market capitalization and position?
Cardinal Health Inc. has a market capitalization of $35.53B, 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 238.79M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the WHOLESALE-DRUGS, PROPRIETARIES & DRUGGISTS' SUNDRIES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does CAH's price compare to its book value?
Cardinal Health Inc.'s book value per share is -$11.64, while the current stock price is $152.25, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of -13.08. Trading below book value can indicate the market perceives challenges ahead, or it might represent a value opportunity if the assets are quality and earnings can recover. Value investors often screen for P/B ratios below 1.0. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$180.46

18.53% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

1

Buy

10

Hold

4

Sell

0

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for CAH?
16 analysts cover CAH with 69% 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 $180.46 implies 18.5% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on CAH?
Current analyst recommendations:1 Strong Buy, 10 Buy, 4 Hold, 01 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Sep 1, 2025, 02:24 AM

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