Summary:
- Danaher (DHR, Financial) is set to release its Q1 earnings on April 22nd, with analysts forecasting an EPS of $1.64.
- The stock presents an average analyst price target of $252.43, suggesting significant upside potential.
- Danaher is currently rated as "Outperform" by 28 brokerage firms, with a GF Value estimate indicating further expected growth.
Danaher’s Upcoming Earnings Report
As Danaher Inc. (DHR) prepares to reveal its first-quarter earnings on April 22nd, market analysts project an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.64. This marks a 14.6% year-over-year decrease. In addition, the anticipated revenue is set at $5.59 billion, signifying a decline of 3.6% compared to the previous year. Despite these figures, Danaher has a track record of outperforming market expectations, offering a glimmer of optimism for investors.
Wall Street Analysts' Projections
Current projections from 22 analysts provide a one-year average price target for Danaher Corp (DHR, Financial) at $252.43. This estimate ranges with a high of $310.00 and a low of $205.00, indicating a substantial upside of 37.58% from its current trading price of $183.48. For those interested in a deeper dive into these estimates, more detailed projections are available on the Danaher Corp (DHR) Forecast page.
Brokerage Firm Recommendations
Across 28 brokerage firms, the consensus recommendation for Danaher Corp (DHR, Financial) stands at an average of 1.8, placing it in the "Outperform" category. The rating operates on a scale where 1 denotes a Strong Buy and 5 represents a Sell, thus reinforcing the positive sentiment around the stock.
GF Value Estimates
According to GuruFocus estimates, the projected GF Value for Danaher Corp (DHR, Financial) over the next year is $242.21. This estimation suggests an upside of 32.01% from the current price of $183.48. The GF Value is determined by considering the historical trading multiples of the stock, past business growth, and future performance projections. Investors can explore more detailed data on the Danaher Corp (DHR) Summary page.
