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McKesson Corporation (MCK)
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10/29/2025: MCK (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 26 days. Simulated Profits (6.19%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Number of Analysts
17 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $841
1 Year Target Price $841
| 10 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 52.02% | Avg. Invested days 68 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/29/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 100.08B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 32.2 | 1Y Target Price 841 |
Price to earnings Ratio 32.2 | 1Y Target Price 841 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 17 | Beta 0.51 | 52 Weeks Range 496.13 - 812.69 | Updated Date 10/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 496.13 - 812.69 | Updated Date 10/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.35% | Basic EPS (TTM) 24.99 |
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 2025-11-05 | When After Market | Estimate 8.79 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.84% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.08% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.01% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE 32.2 | Forward PE 19.8 | Enterprise Value 101885438969 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 |
Enterprise Value 101885438969 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.27 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 19.63 | Shares Outstanding 124384393 | Shares Floating 124212743 |
Shares Outstanding 124384393 | Shares Floating 124212743 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.03 | Percent Institutions 91.01 |
Upturn AI SWOT
McKesson Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Founded in 1833, McKesson Corporation is one of the oldest and largest healthcare companies in the U.S. Initially a drug importing business, it expanded through acquisitions and innovation to become a leading distributor of pharmaceuticals and healthcare solutions.
Core Business Areas
- U.S. Pharmaceutical: Distributes branded, generic, specialty, and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals and other healthcare-related products.
- International: Provides pharmaceutical distribution and services internationally, primarily in Europe and Canada.
- Medical-Surgical Solutions: Offers medical supplies, equipment, and related services to healthcare providers.
Leadership and Structure
Brian S. Tyler is the CEO. McKesson operates with a corporate structure divided into business segments, each headed by senior leadership and overseen by the Board of Directors.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pharmaceutical Distribution: Distributes a wide range of pharmaceuticals. McKesson is one of the largest pharmaceutical distributors in the U.S. alongside Cencora and Cardinal Health, with a significant portion of the market share. Competitors are Cencora (COR) and Cardinal Health (CAH).
- Medical Supplies: Supplies medical-surgical equipment and supplies to healthcare providers. Competitors in this market include Medline Industries and Owens & Minor (OMI).
- Specialty Pharmacy: Provides specialty pharmacy services for patients with chronic and complex conditions. Competitors include CVS Health (CVS) and Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The pharmaceutical distribution and healthcare solutions industry is characterized by consolidation, regulatory changes, and increasing demand for efficient supply chains and cost-effective solutions.
Positioning
McKesson holds a leading position in pharmaceutical distribution and medical supplies, leveraging its scale and distribution network to offer competitive pricing and comprehensive services. Its competitive advantages include its extensive distribution network and longstanding relationships with manufacturers and providers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global pharmaceutical distribution market is estimated to be over $1 trillion. McKesson is positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its diverse services and strategic partnerships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large distribution network
- Strong relationships with manufacturers
- Diversified product and service offerings
- Established market presence
- Strong brand reputation
Weaknesses
- Exposure to regulatory changes
- Dependence on pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Potential for supply chain disruptions
- Litigation risks
- Intense competition
Opportunities
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Growth in specialty pharmacy services
- Increased demand for healthcare technology solutions
- Strategic acquisitions
- Advancements in digital healthcare.
Threats
- Pricing pressures from payers
- Competition from online pharmacies
- Regulatory scrutiny
- Economic downturns
- Generic drug pricing trends
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- COR
- CAH
- WBA
- CVS
Competitive Landscape
McKesson competes on price, service, and product breadth. It maintains an advantage through its scale and distribution network, but faces pressure from competitors focusing on specialized services and emerging technologies.
Major Acquisitions
Rx Savings Solutions
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 600
- Strategic Rationale: Enhanced technology platform for prescription savings programs to help patients save on prescription costs.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: McKesson has experienced steady growth in revenue and earnings, driven by acquisitions and organic expansion of its core businesses.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by favorable industry trends and McKesson's strategic initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in healthcare technology, expansion of specialty pharmacy services, and strategic acquisitions to strengthen its market position.
Summary
McKesson is a strong player in the pharmaceutical distribution industry, benefiting from its extensive network and diversified offerings. Regulatory challenges and competitive pressures exist, but strategic initiatives and growth in specialty pharmacy present opportunities. Future growth depends on effectively navigating these challenges and capitalizing on emerging trends. The company's financial performance is stable, and management demonstrates acumen in steering its strategy for the next few years.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Presentations
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Research Reports
Disclaimers:
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About McKesson Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Irving, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1994-11-15 | CEO & Director Mr. Brian S. Tyler Ph.D. | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Medical Distribution | Full time employees 43000 | Website https://www.mckesson.com |
Full time employees 43000 | Website https://www.mckesson.com | ||
McKesson Corporation provides healthcare services in the United States and internationally. It operates through four segments: U.S. Pharmaceutical, Prescription Technology Solutions (RxTS), Medical-Surgical Solutions, and International. The U.S. Pharmaceutical segment distributes branded, generic, specialty, biosimilar and over-the-counter pharmaceutical drugs, and other healthcare-related products. This segment also provides practice management, technology, clinical support, and business solutions to community-based oncology and other specialty practices; and consulting, outsourcing, technological, and other services, as well as sells financial, operational, and clinical solutions to pharmacies. The RxTS segment serves biopharma and life sciences partners to address challenges for patients by working across healthcare to connect patients, pharmacies, providers, pharmacy benefit managers, health plans, and biopharma companies to deliver solutions to help people get the medicine needed to live healthier lives; and provides medication access and affordability, prescription decision support, prescription price transparency, benefit insight, dispensing support, third-party logistics, and wholesale distribution support services, as well as electronic prior authorization services. The Medical-Surgical Solutions segment offers medical-surgical supply distribution, logistics, biomedical maintenance, and other services to healthcare providers, including physician offices, surgery centers, nursing homes, post-acute care facilities, hospital reference labs, and home health care agencies. The International segment delivers deliver medicines, supplies, and information technology solutions to retail pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care centers, clinics and institutions; and provides logistics and distribution services for manufacturers. McKesson Corporation was founded in 1833 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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