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Avantor Inc (AVTR)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: AVTR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $14.12
1 Year Target Price $14.12
6 | Strong Buy |
4 | Buy |
11 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -17.13% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 9.01B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.08 | 1Y Target Price 14.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.08 | 1Y Target Price 14.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 21 | Beta 0.96 | 52 Weeks Range 10.82 - 27.83 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 10.82 - 27.83 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.01 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 10.31% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.63% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.24% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.73% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.08 | Forward PE 13.99 | Enterprise Value 12785233123 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.35 |
Enterprise Value 12785233123 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.35 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.92 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.06 | Shares Outstanding 681739008 | Shares Floating 663918026 |
Shares Outstanding 681739008 | Shares Floating 663918026 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.37 | Percent Institutions 106.52 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Avantor Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Avantor, Inc. traces its roots back to 1904 with the founding of J.T. Baker Chemical Company. Over the years, it has evolved through mergers and acquisitions, becoming a leading global provider of products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries.
Core Business Areas
- Materials and Consumables: This segment provides a comprehensive range of high-purity materials, chemicals, lab supplies, and consumables used in research, development, and manufacturing.
- Lab and Production Equipment: This segment offers lab equipment, instruments, and automation solutions used in various stages of scientific research and biopharmaceutical production.
- Services and Specialty Procurement: This segment encompasses a suite of services including lab services, single-use solutions, and specialized procurement offerings to support customers' operational needs.
Leadership and Structure
Avantor is led by a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a management team overseeing various functional areas. The company has a global organizational structure with regional operations and business unit divisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: Merck KGaA (MKKGY),Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO)
- High-Purity Chemicals: Avantor provides a wide range of high-purity chemicals used in various industries, including biopharma and electronics. Competitors include Merck KGaA (MKKGY) and Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO). Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but they are a significant player in this space, with revenue in the billions.
- Competitors: Sartorius (SARTF),Danaher (DHR)
- Single-Use Solutions: These products are critical for biopharmaceutical manufacturing, offering sterile fluid handling and containment systems. Competitors include Sartorius (SARTF) and Danaher (DHR). Again, specific market share data is sensitive, but single-use solutions contribute significantly to their overall revenue.
- Competitors: Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO)
- Laboratory Equipment: Avantor also supplies a wide range of laboratory equipment including centrifuges, freezers, incubators etc. Competitors include Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The life sciences and advanced technologies industries are experiencing growth driven by increasing R&D spending, advancements in biopharmaceuticals, and growing demand for advanced materials.
Positioning
Avantor is positioned as a leading provider of critical products and services to these industries, with a focus on high-quality products, customized solutions, and global reach.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Avantor holds a significant position within the market but is only one of several major players.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global Scale and Reach
- Broad Product Portfolio
- Strong Customer Relationships
- Focus on Innovation
- Established Brand Reputation
Weaknesses
- Integration Risks from Acquisitions
- Exposure to Economic Cycles
- Dependence on Key Suppliers
- Complexity of Global Operations
- High Debt Levels
Opportunities
- Expanding into Emerging Markets
- Growing Demand for Biopharmaceuticals
- Increasing R&D Spending
- Developing New Products and Services
- Acquiring Complementary Businesses
Threats
- Increased Competition
- Changing Regulatory Landscape
- Economic Downturns
- Supply Chain Disruptions
- Pricing Pressures
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TMO
- DHR
- MRK
- SYK
Competitive Landscape
Avantor benefits from its broad product portfolio and global reach, but faces competition from larger, more diversified companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific and Danaher.
Major Acquisitions
Masterflex
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 2300
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded biopharma capabilities and single-use fluid technology.
RIM Bio
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 23
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded services in China
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Avantor has grown both organically and through acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by demand in the biopharma and advanced technologies industries.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions to expand product offerings and geographic reach, as well as investments in innovation and operational efficiency.
Summary
Avantor is a key player in the life sciences and advanced technology industries, offering a wide range of products and services. They have grown substantially through acquisitions and organic initiatives, positioning the company for continued growth. However, high debt levels and integration risks remain concerns, and they operate in a competitive environment. Future success depends on innovation and effective execution of their growth strategy.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (SEC)
- Market research reports
- Analyst estimates
- Company Investor Relations
Disclaimers:
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About Avantor Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Radnor, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-05-17 | President & CEO Mr. Emmanuel Ligner | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Medical Instruments & Supplies | Full time employees 13500 | Website https://www.avantorsciences.com |
Full time employees 13500 | Website https://www.avantorsciences.com |
Avantor, Inc. engages in the provision of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education and government, advanced technologies, and applied materials industries in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. The company offers materials and consumables, such as purity chemicals and reagents, lab products and supplies, formulated silicone materials, customized excipients, customized single-use assemblies, process chromatography resins and columns, analytical sample prep kits, education and microbiology products, clinical trial kits, and fluid handling tips. It also provides equipment and instrumentation products, including filtration systems, virus inactivation systems, incubators, analytical instruments, evaporators, ultra-low-temperature freezers, biological safety cabinets, peristaltic pumps, and critical environment supplies. In addition, the company offers services and specialty procurements comprising onsite lab and production, equipment, procurement and sourcing, and biopharmaceutical material scale-up and development services. Further, it provides scientific research support services, such as DNA extraction, bioreactor servicing, clinical and biorepository, compound management, cleanroom control, monitoring, maintenance, and sanitization services. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania.

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