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Danaher Corp (DHR) Stock

Danaher Corp Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Danaher Corp (DHR), a prominent company in the life sciences sector within the industrial instruments for measurement, display, and control industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $205.66. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $170.73 and $280.22. This places the current price at 73.4% of its 52-week high and 20.5% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 5,355,636. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 60.18, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $196.07 by 4.89%. Similarly, it is below its 200-day moving average of $216.06 by 4.81%. The MACD histogram is 0.46, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 0.19, Signal Line: -0.27). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US2358511028. There are currently 6 active alerts set for DHR by users.

Market Cap

$142.28B

52-Week High

$280.22

-26.61% from high

52-Week Low

$170.73

+20.46% from low

Avg Daily Volume

4,162,152

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

38.45

Above market average

Forward P/E

26.39

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.95

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

2.80

EV/EBITDA

21.94

EPS (TTM)

$5.17

Price to Sales

5.97

Beta

0.80

Less volatile than market

How is DHR valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Danaher Corp trades at a P/E ratio of 38.45, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 26.39 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.95 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is DHR's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.80, Danaher Corp 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 2.80 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

15.80%

Operating Margin

22.50%

Return on Equity

7.22%

Return on Assets

3.93%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-0.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-9.00%

How profitable and efficient is DHR's business model?
Danaher Corp achieves a profit margin of 15.80%, meaning it retains $15.80 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 22.50% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 7.22% and ROA at 3.93%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are DHR's recent growth trends?
Danaher Corp's revenue declined by 0.90% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 9.00% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTS FOR MEASUREMENT, DISPLAY, AND CONTROL industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.13

Dividend Yield

0.64%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/27/2025

Dividend Date

7/25/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from DHR?
Danaher Corp offers a dividend yield of 0.64%, paying $1.13 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 6/27/2025.
How reliable is DHR's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Danaher Corp pays $1.13 per share in dividends against earnings of $5.17 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 21.86%. 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 7/25/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

715.67M

Book Value/Share

$71.06

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is DHR's market capitalization and position?
Danaher Corp has a market capitalization of $142.28B, 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 715.67M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a major player in the INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTS FOR MEASUREMENT, DISPLAY, AND CONTROL industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does DHR's price compare to its book value?
Danaher Corp's book value per share is $71.06, while the current stock price is $205.66, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.89. 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.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$247.57

20.38% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

5

Buy

19

Hold

3

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for DHR?
27 analysts cover DHR with 89% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $247.57 implies 20.4% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on DHR?
Current analyst recommendations:5 Strong Buy, 19 Buy, 3 Hold, 00The 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: Jul 1, 2025, 04:46 AM

Earnings Dates

Upcoming Earnings

Q3

Oct 20, 2025

Est. EPS: $1.80

In 86 days

Recent Earnings History

DateQuarterEstimated EPSActual EPSSurprise
Jul 22, 2025Q2$1.64$1.80+9.8%
Apr 22, 2025Q1$1.64$1.88+14.6%
Jan 29, 2025Q4$2.16$2.14-0.9%
Oct 22, 2024Q3$1.57$1.71+8.9%
Jul 23, 2024Q2$1.57$1.72+9.6%
Apr 23, 2024Q1$1.71$1.92+12.3%
Jan 30, 2024Q4$1.91$2.09+9.4%
Oct 24, 2023Q3$1.88$2.02+7.4%

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

60.18

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$196.07

4.89% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$216.06

-4.81% below MA-200

MACD Line

0.19

MACD Signal

-0.27

MACD Histogram

0.46

Bullish

What does DHR's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for DHR is currently 60.18, indicating the stock is showing bullish momentum (60-70 range). The stock has positive momentum without being extremely overbought. This zone often occurs during healthy uptrends where buyers remain in control. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
How should traders interpret DHR's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 0.19 above the signal line at -0.27, with histogram at 0.46. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The 50-day MA ($196.07) is below the 200-day MA ($216.06), forming a death cross pattern that often warns of extended weakness. Price is currently between the MAs, suggesting transition.

Indicators last updated: Jul 26, 2025, 12:42 AM

Active Alerts

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Price falls below
Threshold
$150.00
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Jul 20, 2025, 07:44 PM
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Remind me in
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90days
Created
Jun 23, 2025, 11:47 AM
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Earnings Announcement
Threshold
1days
Created
Jun 23, 2025, 11:47 AM
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RSI Threshold Cross
Threshold
N/A
Created
Jun 23, 2025, 11:47 AM
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Price rises above
Threshold
$225.00
Created
Jun 23, 2025, 11:47 AM
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P/E Ratio falls below
Threshold
30x
Created
Jun 16, 2025, 10:46 AM

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