Merck KGaA Future Growth
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Merck KGaA is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 11.9% and 4.6% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 12.2% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 13.6% in 3 years.
Key information
11.9%
Earnings growth rate
12.2%
EPS growth rate
| Pharmaceuticals earnings growth | 18.8% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.6% |
| Future return on equity | 13.6% |
| Analyst coverage | Good |
| Last updated | 14 Aug 2024 |
Recent future growth updates
Recent updates
Is There An Opportunity With Merck KGaA's (ETR:MRK) 44% Undervaluation?
Sep 05
Here's Why Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Jul 24Some Confidence Is Lacking In Merck KGaA's (ETR:MRK) P/E
Jul 03Merck KGaA's (ETR:MRK) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 48% Above Its Share Price
May 22Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) Will Pay A Dividend Of €2.20
Apr 26Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of €2.20
Apr 04Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of €2.20
Mar 18We Think Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Feb 07There's Reason For Concern Over Merck KGaA's (ETR:MRK) Price
Jan 17Merck KGaA's (ETR:MRK) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 77% Above Its Share Price
Dec 27Does Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Oct 10Is There An Opportunity With Merck KGaA's (ETR:MRK) 49% Undervaluation?
Sep 13Is Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) A Risky Investment?
Jun 30Are Investors Undervaluing Merck KGaA (ETR:MRK) By 36%?
Jun 09These 4 Measures Indicate That MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
Mar 26MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien's (ETR:MRK) Dividend Will Be Increased To €2.20
Mar 05Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK)
Feb 14We Think MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Dec 12Is MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) Trading At A 50% Discount?
Nov 09Does MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Aug 15Does MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
May 17MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien's (ETR:MRK) Dividend Will Be Increased To €1.85
Mar 29Is MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) A Risky Investment?
Jan 13We Think MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease
Oct 15A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK)
Sep 19MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien (ETR:MRK) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Jul 11MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien's (ETR:MRK) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 58% Above Its Share Price
Jun 21Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | Free Cash Flow | Cash from Op | Avg. No. Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2026 | 23,650 | 3,908 | 3,858 | 5,499 | 12 |
| 12/31/2025 | 22,581 | 3,557 | 3,259 | 5,115 | 14 |
| 12/31/2024 | 21,408 | 2,994 | 2,952 | 4,539 | 14 |
| 6/30/2024 | 20,870 | 2,626 | 2,052 | 4,205 | N/A |
| 3/31/2024 | 20,820 | 2,722 | 1,961 | 3,966 | N/A |
| 12/31/2023 | 20,993 | 2,824 | 1,897 | 3,784 | N/A |
| 9/30/2023 | 21,428 | 2,893 | 1,912 | 3,746 | N/A |
| 6/30/2023 | 22,061 | 3,078 | 2,198 | 4,042 | N/A |
| 3/31/2023 | 22,327 | 3,242 | 2,334 | 4,272 | N/A |
| 12/31/2022 | 22,232 | 3,326 | 2,491 | 4,259 | N/A |
| 9/30/2022 | 21,785 | 3,473 | 2,788 | 4,289 | N/A |
| 6/30/2022 | 20,952 | 3,311 | 2,658 | 4,204 | N/A |
| 3/31/2022 | 20,254 | 3,188 | 2,734 | 4,240 | N/A |
| 12/31/2021 | 19,687 | 3,055 | 3,234 | 4,616 | N/A |
| 9/30/2021 | 19,072 | 2,689 | 3,125 | 4,859 | N/A |
| 6/30/2021 | 18,546 | 2,733 | 3,073 | 4,562 | N/A |
| 3/31/2021 | 17,795 | 2,278 | 2,702 | 4,177 | N/A |
| 12/31/2020 | 17,534 | 1,987 | 2,002 | 3,477 | N/A |
| 9/30/2020 | 17,317 | 1,884 | 1,684 | 2,879 | N/A |
| 6/30/2020 | 16,924 | 1,419 | 1,498 | 2,640 | N/A |
| 3/31/2020 | 16,776 | 1,549 | 1,729 | 2,879 | N/A |
| 12/31/2019 | 16,152 | 1,292 | 1,858 | 2,856 | N/A |
| 9/30/2019 | 15,658 | 1,139 | 1,967 | 2,906 | N/A |
| 6/30/2019 | 15,354 | 1,118 | 1,751 | 2,706 | N/A |
| 3/31/2019 | 15,096 | 938 | 1,425 | 2,332 | N/A |
| 12/31/2018 | 14,836 | 1,071 | 1,270 | 2,219 | N/A |
| 9/30/2018 | 14,597 | 1,921 | 1,031 | 2,120 | N/A |
| 6/30/2018 | 14,364 | 2,218 | 1,053 | 2,147 | N/A |
| 3/31/2018 | 14,346 | 2,389 | N/A | 2,299 | N/A |
| 12/31/2017 | 14,517 | 2,548 | N/A | 2,696 | N/A |
| 9/30/2017 | 14,699 | 1,787 | N/A | 2,842 | N/A |
| 6/30/2017 | 14,906 | 1,628 | N/A | 3,152 | N/A |
| 3/31/2017 | 15,016 | 1,529 | N/A | 2,943 | N/A |
| 12/31/2016 | 15,024 | 1,629 | N/A | 2,518 | N/A |
| 9/30/2016 | 14,658 | 1,480 | N/A | 2,449 | N/A |
| 6/30/2016 | 14,054 | 1,387 | N/A | 2,253 | N/A |
| 3/31/2016 | 13,469 | 1,418 | N/A | 2,268 | N/A |
| 12/31/2015 | 12,845 | 1,109 | N/A | 2,195 | N/A |
| 9/30/2015 | 12,380 | 1,269 | N/A | 2,618 | N/A |
| 6/30/2015 | 12,180 | 1,154 | N/A | 2,472 | N/A |
| 3/31/2015 | 11,776 | 1,114 | N/A | 2,576 | N/A |
| 12/31/2014 | 11,363 | 1,157 | N/A | 2,706 | N/A |
| 9/30/2014 | 11,106 | 1,158 | N/A | 2,005 | N/A |
| 6/30/2014 | 10,937 | 1,249 | N/A | 2,105 | N/A |
| 3/31/2014 | 10,963 | 1,261 | N/A | 2,119 | N/A |
| 12/31/2013 | 11,095 | 1,202 | N/A | 2,226 | N/A |
| 9/30/2013 | 11,188 | 1,193 | N/A | 2,183 | N/A |
Analyst Future Growth Forecasts
Earnings vs Savings Rate: MRK's forecast earnings growth (11.9% per year) is above the savings rate (0.8%).
Earnings vs Market: MRK's earnings (11.9% per year) are forecast to grow slower than the German market (19.7% per year).
High Growth Earnings: MRK's earnings are forecast to grow, but not significantly.
Revenue vs Market: MRK's revenue (4.6% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the German market (5.5% per year).
High Growth Revenue: MRK's revenue (4.6% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.
Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts
Future Return on Equity
Future ROE: MRK's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (13.6%).