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Fresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)

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$28.57
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Profit since last BUY11.65%
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06/30/2025: FMS (1-star) is a SELL. SELL since 5 days. Profits (11.65%). Updated daily EoD!

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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6 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $31.67

1 Year Target Price $31.67

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$31.67Target price
Low$17.45
Current$28.57
high$29.71

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -4.44%
Avg. Invested days 32
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 16.57B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 22.93
1Y Target Price 31.67
Price to earnings Ratio 22.93
1Y Target Price 31.67
Volume (30-day avg) 6
Beta 0.85
52 Weeks Range 17.45 - 29.71
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 17.45 - 29.71
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.79%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.23

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

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Profitability

Profit Margin 3.17%
Operating Margin (TTM) 7.82%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.91%
Return on Equity (TTM) 5.3%

Valuation

Trailing PE 22.93
Forward PE 12.38
Enterprise Value 27467672892
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85
Enterprise Value 27467672892
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.21
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.4
Shares Outstanding 586827008
Shares Floating 209464927
Shares Outstanding 586827008
Shares Floating 209464927
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 7.68

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 31.67
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Strong Buy 1
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Strong Buy 1
Hold 4
Sell -
Strong Sell 1
Strong Sell 1

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Fresenius Medical Care Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Fresenius Medical Care was founded in 1996 through the merger of Fresenius AG's dialysis division and National Medical Care, Inc. It has grown to become the world's largest provider of dialysis products and services.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Dialysis Services: Provides dialysis treatment and related services to patients with chronic kidney failure through a network of dialysis clinics.
  • Dialysis Products: Develops, manufactures, and distributes a wide range of products for dialysis treatment, including dialysis machines, dialyzers, and related disposables.
  • Care Coordination: Offers care coordination services to manage patient health and improve outcomes.
  • Acute Care Therapies: Provides products for acute and chronic extracorporeal therapies

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by a Management Board. The organizational structure includes regional and functional divisions responsible for specific business areas.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Dialysis Machines (4008S, 5008S): These machines are used for hemodialysis. Fresenius is a leading provider in this market, competing with Baxter (BAX) and Nikkiso. Market share data is complex due to varying regional strengths and specific machine models.
  • Dialyzers (FX CorDiax series): Dialyzers filter waste and excess fluid from the blood. Competitors include Asahi Kasei and Nipro. Similar to dialysis machines, precise global market share data is fragmented.
  • Dialysis Clinics: A global network providing in-center and home dialysis. Competitors include DaVita (DVA) and U.S. Renal Care. Specific revenue from clinics is a large part of total revenue and varies by region. No single source for number of users.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The dialysis industry is characterized by increasing prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD), driven by factors such as diabetes and hypertension. It's a highly regulated industry.

Positioning

Fresenius Medical Care is the largest player globally in the dialysis market, benefiting from its scale, integrated product and service offerings, and established relationships with healthcare providers. Competitive advantages include their brand recognition and vertically integrated business model.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global dialysis market is estimated to be around $95 billion. Fresenius Medical Care holds a significant portion of this TAM due to its global footprint and comprehensive product/service portfolio.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global market leader
  • Integrated product and service offerings
  • Extensive dialysis clinic network
  • Strong brand recognition
  • Vertical Integrated Business Model

Weaknesses

  • High debt levels
  • Exposure to regulatory changes and reimbursement pressures
  • Operational inefficiencies
  • Dependence on dialysis treatment revenue

Opportunities

  • Expanding dialysis services in emerging markets
  • Developing innovative dialysis technologies
  • Growing home dialysis market
  • Focus on preventative care to delay the need for dialysis

Threats

  • Increasing competition from other dialysis providers
  • Price erosion due to reimbursement cuts
  • Technological disruptions
  • Adverse currency exchange rates

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • DVA
  • BAX
  • NXTM

Competitive Landscape

Fresenius Medical Care competes primarily with DaVita in the dialysis services market. It faces competition from Baxter and other medical device companies in the dialysis products market. Its scale and global presence provide a competitive advantage.

Major Acquisitions

NxStage Medical

  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 2000
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Fresenius' presence in the home dialysis market and broadened its product portfolio.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth is linked to the growth of the global dialysis market.

Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by the increasing prevalence of CKD and expanding access to dialysis treatment in emerging markets. Analyst expectations vary based on company strategy and market conditions.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding home dialysis offerings and investing in digital health solutions for care coordination.

Summary

Fresenius Medical Care is a global leader in the dialysis market, leveraging its scale and integrated business model. While facing regulatory pressures and competition, the company benefits from the increasing prevalence of chronic kidney disease. Expanding into home dialysis and emerging markets presents opportunities for future growth. Investors should monitor reimbursement rates and competitive dynamics closely.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Industry reports
  • Analyst estimates
  • Market research reports

Disclaimers:

The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is based on available estimates and may not be precise. Financial information is based on publicly available data, which may be subject to change.

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About Fresenius Medical Care Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 1996-09-19
Chair of Management Board & CEO Ms. Helen Giza
Sector Healthcare
Industry Medical Care Facilities
Full time employees 112035
Full time employees 112035

Fresenius Medical Care AG provides dialysis and related services for individuals with renal diseases in Germany, the United States, and internationally. The company offers dialysis treatment and related laboratory and diagnostic services through a network of outpatient dialysis clinics; materials, training, and patient support services comprising clinical monitoring, follow-up assistance, and arranging for delivery of the supplies to the patient's residence; and dialysis services under contract to hospitals in the United States for the hospitalized end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients and for patients suffering from acute kidney failure. It also develops, manufactures, and distributes various health care products, including polysulfone dialyzers, hemodialysis machines, peritoneal dialysis cyclers, peritoneal dialysis solutions, hemodialysis concentrates, solutions and granulates, bloodlines, renal pharmaceuticals, systems for water treatment, and acute cardiopulmonary and apheresis products. In addition, the company develops, acquires, and in-licenses renal pharmaceuticals; offers renal medications and supplies to patients at homes or to dialysis clinics; and provides vascular, cardiovascular, endovascular specialty, vascular care ambulatory surgery center, physician nephrology, ambulant treatment, and other services. The company sells its products to dialysis clinics, hospitals, and specialized treatment clinics, as well as through local sales forces, independent distributors, dealers, and sales agents. Fresenius Medical Care AG was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany.