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Premier Inc (PINC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: PINC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
8 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $25.5
1 Year Target Price $25.5
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 7 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -18.37% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.17B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 38.63 | 1Y Target Price 25.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 38.63 | 1Y Target Price 25.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 8 | Beta 0.54 | 52 Weeks Range 16.93 - 27.04 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 16.93 - 27.04 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.20% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.68 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-19 | When - | Estimate 0.34 | Actual 0.46 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.75% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.21% | Return on Equity (TTM) 4.17% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 38.63 | Forward PE 18.66 | Enterprise Value 2366861069 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.14 |
Enterprise Value 2366861069 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.14 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.34 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.16 | Shares Outstanding 82549600 | Shares Floating 80842514 |
Shares Outstanding 82549600 | Shares Floating 80842514 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.41 | Percent Institutions 94.34 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Premier Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Premier Inc. was founded in 1996 as a healthcare alliance to help hospitals reduce costs and improve patient outcomes. It evolved from a purchasing group to a broader healthcare performance improvement company.
Core Business Areas
- Supply Chain Services: Provides group purchasing organization (GPO) services, helping healthcare providers access a broad portfolio of products and services at competitive prices.
- Performance Services: Offers data-driven performance improvement consulting, technology, and services to help healthcare organizations improve clinical, financial, and operational outcomes.
Leadership and Structure
Premier Inc. is led by a CEO and a management team. The organizational structure is built around its two main business segments: Supply Chain Services and Performance Services.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Supply Chain Solutions: Group purchasing, contract management, and supply chain technology solutions. Premier's GPO ranks among the largest in the US. Competitors include Vizient and HealthTrust Purchasing Group. Premier's market share within GPO purchasing is estimated to be approximately 15% to 20%.
- Performance Improvement Platform: Includes data and analytics tools, consulting services, and collaborative programs designed to improve clinical, financial, and operational performance. Competitors include advisory firms and companies focused on healthcare data analytics, such as McKinsey or Optum.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The healthcare industry is facing increasing pressure to reduce costs, improve quality, and adapt to changing reimbursement models. Consolidation among healthcare providers is also shaping the market.
Positioning
Premier Inc. is positioned as a performance improvement and supply chain partner for healthcare providers. Its competitive advantage lies in its data assets and collaborative approach.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars across healthcare supply chain and performance improvement. Premier's positioning allows them to capture significant portion of the TAM in the long run. A substantial addressable market exits for software solutions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large member base
- Extensive data assets
- Established relationships with healthcare providers
- Integrated supply chain and performance improvement solutions
Weaknesses
- Reliance on GPO revenue
- Competition from larger, more diversified companies
- Integration of acquired companies
- Impact of healthcare policy changes
Opportunities
- Expansion into new healthcare markets
- Growth in value-based care models
- Increased demand for data analytics and performance improvement solutions
- Adoption of new technologies
Threats
- Healthcare policy changes
- Increased competition
- Economic downturn
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VZN
- HCCI
- MCK
Competitive Landscape
Premier has strengths in its integrated solutions and data. Vizient has a larger member base. HealthTrust is owned by HCA and offers integrated services.
Major Acquisitions
Aperek
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 77
- Strategic Rationale: Increased Premier's supply chain capabilities by adding advanced technology and services
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Premier Inc. has grown through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions. The company has expanded its service offerings and member base over time.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by demand for healthcare performance improvement solutions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its technology platform, investing in new data analytics capabilities, and forming strategic partnerships.
Summary
Premier Inc is a healthcare performance improvement company with a strong position in supply chain and data analytics. Its large member base and integrated solutions provide a competitive advantage. However, it faces competition from larger and diversified companies and changes in healthcare policy will impact its future growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Company Presentations
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on thorough due diligence and consideration of individual circumstances.
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About Premier Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Charlotte, NC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-09-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Michael J. Alkire | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Health Information Services | Full time employees 2700 | Website https://www.premierinc.com |
Full time employees 2700 | Website https://www.premierinc.com | ||
Premier, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a healthcare improvement company in the United States. It operates in two segments, Supply Chain Services and Performance Services. The Supply Chain Services segment offers its members with an access to a range of products and services, including medical and surgical products, pharmaceuticals, laboratory supplies, capital equipment, information technology, facilities and construction, and food and nutritional products. This segment also provides the ASCENDrive programs; SURPASS Performance Group services; SaaS informatics products; supply chain co-management services; and supply chain resiliency programs, as well as digital invoicing and payables services. Its Performance Services segment provides a technology and services platform with offerings that help optimize performance in three main areas, including clinical intelligence, margin improvement, and value-based care. Premier, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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