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Alcon AG (ALC)

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$87.81
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06/27/2025: ALC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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27 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $105.26

Year Target Price $105.26

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$105.26Target price
Low$80.19
Current$87.81
high$100.74

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 3.01%
Avg. Invested days 53
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 43.44B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 39.03
1Y Target Price 105.79
Price to earnings Ratio 39.03
1Y Target Price 105.79
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.7
52 Weeks Range 80.19 - 100.74
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 80.19 - 100.74
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.38%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.25

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Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 11.28%
Operating Margin (TTM) 13.3%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.74%
Return on Equity (TTM) 5.23%

Valuation

Trailing PE 39.03
Forward PE 27.93
Enterprise Value 47233888238
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.38
Enterprise Value 47233888238
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.38
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.76
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 30.85
Shares Outstanding 494616000
Shares Floating 494599546
Shares Outstanding 494616000
Shares Floating 494599546
Percent Insiders 0.13
Percent Institutions 67.77

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4.33
Target Price 105.26
Buy 6
Strong Buy 15
Buy 6
Strong Buy 15
Hold 6
Sell -
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Strong Sell -

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Alcon AG

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Alcon was founded in 1945 in Fort Worth, Texas. Originally a small pharmacy, it grew into a global leader in eye care. Nestlu00e9 acquired Alcon in 1978. Novartis acquired Alcon from Nestlu00e9 in stages, completing the acquisition in 2011. In 2019, Alcon spun off from Novartis to become an independent, publicly traded company.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Surgical: Focuses on products for cataract, refractive, vitreoretinal surgery, and advanced technology intraocular lenses (IOLs).
  • Vision Care: Offers contact lenses, lens care products, and over-the-counter eye drops.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

David J. Endicott serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a global organizational structure, dividing operations into the Surgical and Vision Care segments, with regional management teams overseeing sales and distribution in different geographic areas.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • PanOptix IOL: A trifocal intraocular lens for cataract surgery. Competitors include Johnson & Johnson Vision (JNJ) and Bausch + Lomb (BLCO). While specific market share data fluctuates, PanOptix is a leading product in the advanced IOL segment. Revenue from this product is not publicly broken out.
  • Dailies Total1 Contact Lenses: Daily disposable contact lenses. Competitors include Johnson & Johnson Vision (JNJ), CooperVision (COO), and Bausch + Lomb (BLCO). Dailies Total1 is a premium brand with a significant share in the daily disposable market. Market share is not publicly broken out, but this product line is a large revenue driver.
  • Systane Lubricant Eye Drops: Over-the-counter eye drops for dry eye relief. Competitors include Allergan (ABBV), Bausch + Lomb (BLCO), and Similasan. Systane is a leading brand in the artificial tears market, holding a substantial market share, although exact figures are not readily available. Revenue data is not specifically broken out.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The eye care industry is growing, driven by aging populations, increased prevalence of eye diseases, and technological advancements in surgical and vision care products. The market is competitive, with several large players and smaller specialized companies.

Positioning

Alcon AG is a leading global eye care company with a strong presence in both surgical and vision care segments. Its competitive advantages include a broad product portfolio, a strong brand reputation, and a global distribution network.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global eye care market is estimated to be over $40 billion. Alcon is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market with its diverse product offerings and global reach.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global brand recognition
  • Extensive product portfolio
  • Strong R&D capabilities
  • Established distribution network
  • Leading position in key market segments

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on innovation
  • Exposure to currency fluctuations
  • Competition from generics and biosimilars
  • Pricing pressure

Opportunities

  • Aging global population
  • Growing demand for advanced eye care technologies
  • Expansion into emerging markets
  • Strategic acquisitions and partnerships
  • Growth in specialty IOL market

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Regulatory changes
  • Economic downturns
  • Technological disruptions
  • Supply chain disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • JNJ
  • BLCO
  • COO

Competitive Landscape

Alcon AG has a strong competitive position due to its broad product portfolio, global presence, and established brand. However, it faces intense competition from other major players in the eye care industry.

Major Acquisitions

Ivantis, Inc.

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 475
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquisition added Hydrus Microstent for minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) to Alcon's glaucoma portfolio.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Alcon's historical growth has been driven by new product launches, acquisitions, and expansion into new markets.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates and company guidance. Data from market reports provide insights into Alcon's future growth trajectory.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in R&D, expansion of the product portfolio, and strategic partnerships.

Summary

Alcon is a leading eye care company with a strong global presence and a diverse product portfolio. It benefits from an aging population and increasing demand for eye care solutions. Competition remains intense, and Alcon must continue to innovate. The company must manage pricing pressures effectively while expanding into emerging markets to sustain growth.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Alcon AG Investor Relations
  • Market Research Reports
  • SEC Filings
  • Financial News Outlets

Disclaimers:

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About Alcon AG

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2019-04-09
CEO & Director Mr. David J. Endicott
Sector Healthcare
Industry Medical Instruments & Supplies
Full time employees 25000
Full time employees 25000

Alcon Inc. researches, develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells eye care products worldwide. It operates through two segments, Surgical and Vision Care. The company offers equipment, instrumentation and diagnostics, intraocular lenses (IOLs), and other implantables; and consumables, including viscoelastics, surgical solutions, incisional instruments, surgical custom packs, and other products for surgical procedures. Its cataract products include Centurion vision system, LenSx laser system, Verion reference unit and Verion digital marker, ARGOS biometer, SMARTCATARACT health platform, NGENUITY 3D visualization system, LuxOR surgical ophthalmic microscope, and ORA system for intra-operative measurements; and implantable products, including monofocal, Toric, and Presbyopia-Correcting IOLs, as well as delivery systems, such as AutonoMe and UltraSert. In addition, it provides Custom Pak surgical procedure packs vitreoretinal products comprising constellation vision systems, procedure packs, lasers and hand-held microsurgical instruments, grieshaber, MIVS instruments, scissors, forceps and micro-instruments, medical grade vitreous tamponades, and Hypervit vitrectomy probes; and refractive surgery products, including WaveLight and Contoura Vision used for LASIK refractive procedure. Further, the company offers daily disposable, reusable, and color-enhancing contact lenses; ocular health products, such as dry eye, ocular allergies, glaucoma, and contact lens care, as well as ocular vitamins and redness relievers. The company was formerly known as Alcon Universal S.A. and changed its name to Alcon Inc. in December 2001. Alcon Inc. was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.