Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Stock Overview
Engages in the research and development, manufacture, and sale of a range of products in the healthcare field worldwide. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$234.34 |
| 52 Week High | US$251.71 |
| 52 Week Low | US$149.04 |
| Beta | 0.26 |
| 1 Month Change | 3.01% |
| 3 Month Change | -4.42% |
| 1 Year Change | 52.91% |
| 3 Year Change | 51.80% |
| 5 Year Change | 41.57% |
| Change since IPO | 37,394.46% |
Recent News & Updates
Seeking Alpha • May 23
Johnson & Johnson: A Dividend King, But Priced Appropriately, Big Conference Slate
Summary Johnson & Johnson is rated Hold, trading near intrinsic value with limited upside based on a 20x multiple and $12 normalized EPS. Q1 results showed 10% sales growth and a $450M revenue beat, with management raising FY 2026 guidance and extending the dividend growth streak to 64 years. JNJ faces headwinds from biosimilar and generic competition, MedTech challenges, and commercial sluggishness, but maintains strong FCF yield and a robust product pipeline. Technicals are mixed but lean bullish, with $235 as near-term resistance and investors advised to monitor upcoming conference commentary and sector momentum. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 14
JNJ: Future Drug Cycle And Legal Outcomes Are Expected To Shape Returns
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Johnson & Johnson slightly higher to about $253, citing stronger momentum from new drugs like Icotyde and Inlexzo, along with increased confidence in the pipeline highlighted in recent research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Johnson & Johnson clusters around the same core themes you are seeing in price target moves, with most commentary tied to execution on new products, confidence in the pipeline, and how the company is positioned within healthcare more broadly.Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 23
Johnson & Johnson: A Dividend King, But Priced Appropriately, Big Conference Slate
Summary Johnson & Johnson is rated Hold, trading near intrinsic value with limited upside based on a 20x multiple and $12 normalized EPS. Q1 results showed 10% sales growth and a $450M revenue beat, with management raising FY 2026 guidance and extending the dividend growth streak to 64 years. JNJ faces headwinds from biosimilar and generic competition, MedTech challenges, and commercial sluggishness, but maintains strong FCF yield and a robust product pipeline. Technicals are mixed but lean bullish, with $235 as near-term resistance and investors advised to monitor upcoming conference commentary and sector momentum. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 14
JNJ: Future Drug Cycle And Legal Outcomes Are Expected To Shape Returns
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Johnson & Johnson slightly higher to about $253, citing stronger momentum from new drugs like Icotyde and Inlexzo, along with increased confidence in the pipeline highlighted in recent research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Johnson & Johnson clusters around the same core themes you are seeing in price target moves, with most commentary tied to execution on new products, confidence in the pipeline, and how the company is positioned within healthcare more broadly.Narrative Update • Apr 24
JNJ: Fair Outlook Balances Healthcare Demand With Legal And Portfolio Reshaping Risks
The analyst price target for Johnson & Johnson has been raised by about $11 to $252.42. Analysts point to stronger modeled revenue growth, higher projected profit margins, and a slightly richer future P/E multiple as key drivers of the update.Narrative Update • Apr 09
JNJ: Fair Outlook Sees Healthcare Demand And Legal Outcomes Shape Resilience
Analysts have made a modest upward adjustment to the fair value estimate for Johnson & Johnson, supported by a series of recent price target increases that reflect their updated views on the product pipeline, medical technology trends, and the broader appeal of healthcare stocks. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Johnson & Johnson show a cluster of higher price targets and fresh coverage that investors are watching closely.
New Narrative • Mar 30
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ): The $100 Billion Revenue Frontier and the MedTech Evolution
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is currently trading at $242.83 USD on the NYSE as of the afternoon session on March 30, 2026, reflecting a steady 1% gain for the day. After a transformative 2025 that saw the full integration of its "pure-play" healthcare strategy following the Kenvue spin-off, the company has entered 2026 with significant momentum.Narrative Update • Mar 25
JNJ: Fair Outlook Balances Legal Overhang With Core Healthcare Resilience
Analysts lifted the Johnson & Johnson fair value estimate by about $3.79 to $241.08, citing higher assumed revenue growth, slightly adjusted profit margin expectations, and a modestly higher future P/E multiple supported by recent upward price target revisions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Johnson & Johnson has leaned more constructive, with a series of higher price targets clustered above the latest fair value estimate.
New Narrative • Mar 18
Oncology Reliance And MedTech Execution Will Threaten Long Term Earnings Stability
Catalysts About Johnson & Johnson Johnson & Johnson is a global health care company focused on pharmaceuticals and medical technology across Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Surgery and Vision. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Mar 11
JNJ: Pharma Pipeline Momentum Balanced By Talc And Orthopedics Uncertainty
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Johnson & Johnson higher by about $5 per share, reflecting updated views on the company’s pharmaceutical pipeline, including stronger expectations around Tremfya and other near term therapies such as Tecvayli, Inlexzo and Darzalex treatment duration. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Johnson & Johnson has centered on how the pharma pipeline feeds into valuation, with analysts updating targets around specific products rather than broad macro calls.Narrative Update • Feb 25
JNJ: Oncology Pipeline Sale Plans And Talc Cases Will Shape Future Risk
The analyst price target for Johnson & Johnson has been raised by $1 to $232.50, as analysts factor in slightly higher revenue growth expectations, a modest adjustment to profit margin assumptions, and an updated future P/E of 25.94 following a series of recent target increases and an upgrade from major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Johnson & Johnson has leaned positive, with several firms lifting price targets and one issuing an upgrade, while a smaller group of voices remains more cautious on how much upside is already reflected in the valuation.Narrative Update • Feb 10
JNJ: Oncology Pipeline And Talc Litigation Will Shape Future Risk Balance
Analysts have lifted their Johnson & Johnson fair value estimate by about US$7 to roughly US$231, reflecting research that points to slightly higher assumed revenue growth, modestly stronger profit margins, and a marginally higher future P/E multiple following a series of recent price target increases and an upgrade from several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Johnson & Johnson has leaned more positive, with several firms adjusting price targets higher and one new initiation that frames the shares as a preferred large cap pharmaceutical name.Narrative Update • Jan 27
JNJ: Oncology Pipeline And Talc Litigation Will Shape Future Balanced Risk Reward
Analysts have raised their Johnson & Johnson fair value estimate by about US$13 to roughly US$224. This reflects slightly higher modeled revenue growth, a marginally higher future P/E, and supportive Street research that includes multiple recent price target increases from major firms across the sector.
New Narrative • Jan 25
Broad MedTech And Complex Therapy Platforms Will Define A Stronger Future Trajectory
Catalysts About Johnson & Johnson Johnson & Johnson is a global health care company that develops and sells pharmaceuticals and medical devices across Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Surgery and Vision. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Jan 09
JNJ: Ortho Separation And Talc Risks Will Shape Balanced Forward Risk Reward
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Johnson & Johnson slightly higher to about US$211 per share, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profitability, and future P/E assumptions informed by recent price target increases and supportive research commentary on the company's pipeline and planned ortho separation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Johnson & Johnson points to a mix of optimism around the pipeline, margin profile, and planned ortho separation, alongside ongoing attention to litigation and product risk.Narrative Update • Dec 19
JNJ Future Portfolio Separation And Litigation Resolution Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Analysts have raised their average price target on Johnson & Johnson by about $7 to roughly $209, reflecting slightly faster expected revenue growth, a modestly higher future earnings multiple, and confidence that portfolio reshaping and pipeline execution can offset near term margin pressure. Analyst Commentary Street research on Johnson & Johnson has turned incrementally more constructive, with multiple firms lifting price targets in response to stronger fundamentals and portfolio actions that are viewed as supportive of a faster growth profile.Narrative Update • Dec 05
JNJ: Future Reorganization And Litigation Outcomes Will Shape Risk Reward Balance
The analyst price target for Johnson & Johnson has been nudged higher, with fair value rising from approximately $200.82 to $202.54 per share, as analysts highlight slightly stronger long term revenue growth, modestly higher profit margins, and a richer future P/E multiple supported by an improving innovation pipeline and portfolio reshaping efforts. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a broadly constructive stance on Johnson & Johnson, with a growing number of firms highlighting improving fundamentals, a stronger growth profile, and a more compelling risk reward setup following the latest results and guidance.Narrative Update • Nov 21
JNJ: Upcoming Business Reorganization and Legal Risks Will Influence Future Performance
Johnson & Johnson's analyst price target has increased slightly from $199.56 to $200.82, as analysts cite stronger-than-expected sector performance and a constructive long-term industry outlook, which support the adjustment. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst commentary on Johnson & Johnson highlights a variety of perspectives related to the company's valuation, strategic direction, and future growth potential.Narrative Update • Nov 05
JNJ: Upcoming Portfolio Shifts and Legal Uncertainties Will Shape Risk-Reward Balance
Johnson & Johnson's fair value estimate has increased by $1.52 to $199.56, as analysts point to improving core growth metrics, recent strong quarterly results, and expectations for higher margins following portfolio changes. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reveals a mix of optimism and caution among analysts following Johnson & Johnson’s latest results, portfolio changes, and evolving sector dynamics.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analyst Commentary Drives Higher Valuation Targets for Johnson & Johnson Amid Positive Company Developments
Analysts have raised their fair value price target for Johnson & Johnson from approximately $185.13 to $198.03. They cite robust quarterly results, upcoming product launches, and anticipated growth and margin improvements from the company's business transformation initiatives as key reasons for the adjustment.Shareholder Returns
| JNJ | US Pharmaceuticals | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 1.9% | 5.4% | 1.2% |
| 1Y | 52.9% | 44.3% | 28.7% |
Return vs Industry: JNJ exceeded the US Pharmaceuticals industry which returned 44.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: JNJ exceeded the US Market which returned 28.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| JNJ volatility | |
|---|---|
| JNJ Average Weekly Movement | 2.4% |
| Pharmaceuticals Industry Average Movement | 9.9% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.4% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: JNJ has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: JNJ's weekly volatility (2%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1886 | 138,200 | Joaquin Duato | www.jnj.com |
Johnson & Johnson, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the research and development, manufacture, and sale of a range of products in the healthcare field worldwide. It operates in two segments, Innovative Medicine and MedTech. The Innovative Medicine segment offers products for various therapeutic areas, such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, pulmonary hypertension, infectious diseases, and cardiovascular and metabolism distributed through retailers, wholesalers, distributors, hospitals, and healthcare professionals for prescription use.
Johnson & Johnson Fundamentals Summary
| JNJ fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$564.11b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$21.04b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$96.36b |
26.8x
P/E Ratio5.9x
P/S RatioIs JNJ overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| JNJ income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$96.36b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$30.80b |
| Gross Profit | US$65.56b |
| Other Expenses | US$44.52b |
| Earnings | US$21.04b |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 29, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 8.74 |
| Gross Margin | 68.04% |
| Net Profit Margin | 21.83% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 67.7% |
How did JNJ perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.3%
Current Dividend Yield60%
Payout RatioDoes JNJ pay a reliable dividends?
See JNJ dividend history and benchmarks| Johnson & Johnson dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 26 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 09 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 1 day |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 13 days |
Does JNJ pay a reliable dividends?
See JNJ dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/26 18:24 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/29 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/28 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Johnson & Johnson is covered by 53 analysts. 23 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| David Toung | Argus Research Company |
| Matthew Miksic | Barclays |
| Lee Hambright | Bernstein |