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The Cooper Companies, Inc(COO)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for COO
10/30/2026: COO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
The Cooper Companies is a global medical device firm operating primarily through its CooperVision and CooperSurgical segments, specializing in contact lenses and women's healthcare, respectively. The company has a leading position in niche markets like myopia management and fertility diagnostics, which provide recurring revenue streams and steady growth. Its investment story centers on capturing long-term demographic trends in vision and reproductive health. However, investors must consider risks related to intense competition from large-cap peers and the potential impact of economic downturns on elective healthcare spending. While it may not suit income-focused investors due to its low dividend yield, the company is often viewed as a strong fit for growth-oriented portfolios.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The company consistently reinvests in high-growth segments like myopia management and fertility services. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is often conditional on positive sector sentiment and successful execution of M&A integration. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The stock often trades at a premium multiple reflecting its growth potential and defensive characteristics. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The yield is relatively low as the company prioritizes capital for reinvestment rather than income distribution. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | The essential nature of its medical products provides a defensive buffer, though the stock remains subject to market volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock can experience rapid movements based on quarterly earnings reports and changes in healthcare sector sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | High P/E multiples require sustained growth to justify current market pricing. |
| Competition risk (Medical Devices) | High | Intense competition from giants like Alcon and JNJ puts pressure on margins and pricing power. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company operates in essential, high-barrier healthcare niches with strong customer retention. |
| Dividend income | Low | Income investors should not look to this stock for meaningful yield. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Ongoing integration of acquired businesses and management of global supply chains create operational complexity. |
Price Behavior

Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 4.84% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.32B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.46 | 1Y Target Price 65.8 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.46 | 1Y Target Price 65.8 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3.8M shares | Beta 0.82 | 52 Weeks Range 51.01 - 89.83 | Updated Date 11/01/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 51.01 - 89.83 | Updated Date 11/01/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.91 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| CooperVision | Global sales of soft contact lenses including daily, bi-weekly, and specialty lenses. | This is a recurring revenue business as customers regularly replace their contact lenses. |
| CooperSurgical | Fertility clinic devices, genetic testing services, and medical devices for women's health. | This segment benefits from the secular trend of increasing interest in reproductive health and fertility services. |
| Geography | Global sales across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions. | Geographic diversification helps reduce dependence on any single regulatory or economic environment. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.46 | Forward PE 12.21 | Enterprise Value 13.71B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.67 |
Enterprise Value 13.71B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.67 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.24 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.66 | Shares Outstanding 190.16M | Shares Floating 188.77M |
Shares Outstanding 190.16M | Shares Floating 188.77M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.63 | Percent Institutions 111.08 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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