Grifols, S.A.

NasdaqGS:GRFS Stock Report

Market Cap: US$6.1b

Grifols Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 3/6

Grifols's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -4.1%, while the Biotechs industry saw earnings growing at 36.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 9.3% per year. Grifols's return on equity is 6.3%, and it has net margins of 5.6%.

Key information

-4.07%

Earnings growth rate

-8.35%

EPS growth rate

Biotechs Industry Growth17.04%
Revenue growth rate9.28%
Return on equity6.31%
Net Margin5.58%
Last Earnings Update31 Mar 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • Jul 03

Grifols: Operational Recovery And Balance Sheet Improvement Support A Return To Buy (Rating Upgrade)

Summary First-quarter results were broadly in line with expectations, supported by strong growth in the Biopharma division, particularly immunoglobulins, where products such as Gamunex and Yimmugo continue to outperform. Grifols successfully refinanced all 2027 debt maturities ahead of schedule, extending maturities, lowering funding costs, and reducing refinancing risk. Lower plasma collection costs (with the Egyptian plasma platform), optimization of the U.S. collection network, and continued Biotest integration are expected to support sustainable margin expansion. Even applying a conservative valuation multiple, we see upside. Grifols' valuation is compelling. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Apr 23

Grifols: A Market Setback Turns Into Buying Opportunity

Summary Grifols, a Spanish multinational specializing in plasma-derived therapies, is undervalued due to historical mismanagement but holds a strong market position with significant competitive advantages. New management has implemented an operational improvement plan, showing positive results in 2024, including record revenues, improved EBITDA margins, and increased free cash flow. Key risks include potential U.S. immigration policies affecting plasma supply and the emergence of recombinant protein substitutes, which could erode revenue by 2028. The business is poised for growth with a strategic plan targeting revenue growth, improved margins, and significant free cash flow generation, making it an attractive investment opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Feb 27

Grifols: Looking At The Longer-Term 2025-2027 Upside After No Sale

Summary Grifols remains a strong long-term investment due to its leading position in the plasma industry and improving financial fundamentals, despite short-term volatility and lack of a dividend. The company's revenue and EBITDA growth, improved leverage ratio, and significant liquidity highlight its resilience and potential for future profitability. Grifols' valuation is attractive, with a potential upside to €20/share, driven by EPS growth and market expansion in plasma-derived products. I maintain a "BUY" rating for Grifols, expecting a significant return on investment over the next 1-4 years. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Nov 29

Grifols: More Attractive Than In A Very Long Time

Summary I don't divest unless the fundamental thesis changes; Grifols' buyout offer from Brookfield Asset Management is undervalued, so I maintain my "Buy" stance. Despite Brookfield's offer, I believe Grifols is worth more, as supported by recent 3Q24 results and the transaction committee's recommendation. The transaction committee advises against accepting the €10.5/share offer, aligning with my view that Grifols' real value is higher. This situation is instructive for valuation investors, demonstrating the importance of assessing a company's true worth beyond buyout offers. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Oct 03

Grifols: Here Is Why It's Still A 'Buy' Even If Price Goes Down

Summary Grifols, S.A. is undervalued and worth more than its current market valuation, making it a strong buy even without a potential Brookfield buyout. The company leads the global plasma market, with significant growth in immunoglobulin and albumin segments, and has a robust infrastructure and geographical reach. Despite facing competition and emerging technologies, Grifols' fundamentals are solid, with impressive 2024 earnings forecasts and improving margins and leverage. The lack of a dividend is a downside, but the potential for significant returns based on historical P/E ratios makes Grifols a speculative “Buy”. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jul 16

Grifols: Stay On The Sidelines

Summary Grifols leverage and governance concerns are primarily addressed. The company confirms discussions around a potential combined PE/family bid offer. Still, there is a high debt and negligible FCF generation to consider. We remain neutral. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • May 07

Grifols: Why To Watch From The Sidelines

Summary Grifols, a major player in global plasma extraction and processing, has experienced a significant 43% decline in stock price in 2024 following a bearish report from Gotham. KPMG and the Spanish regulator have offered a more favorable perspective based on Grifols’ 2023 results, suggesting that while the company’s structure warrants caution, it is not without value. For investors seeking value, the question is: Is there enough margin of safety? A closer examination reveals that Grifols is facing several challenges compared to its competitors, compounded by debt. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Mar 05

Grifols: Q4 Was Positive, Still Too Many Question Marks

Summary Grifols faces new accusations from the hedge fund Gotham City. Gotham City questions loans and outgoing flows recorded in Grifols' financial report, as well as the role of Scranton Enterprises. Grifols disclosed a lack of FCF generation in 2024. We are neutral, given a soft outlook for the current year. On a positive note, Grifols confirmed the Shanghai RAAS equity stake divestment. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jan 10

Grifols: I've Read The Short-Seller Report, And I Mostly Disagree

Summary Grifols' position in the pharma industry has dropped due to a short-seller report, causing its stock to decline. The report questions the accounting treatment of M&As and consolidation of entities in Grifols' filings. I believe that the allegations in the report are not significant enough to warrant a 20% drop in the company's stock and plans to wait for a reaction before adding more to their stake. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Grifols makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.

Earnings and Revenue History

NasdaqGS:GRFS Revenue, expenses and earnings (EUR Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 267,4384151,098374
31 Dec 257,5244021,145380
30 Sep 257,5183731,139386
30 Jun 257,4462971,122374
31 Mar 257,3721951,164369
31 Dec 247,2121571,165363
30 Sep 247,0061611,391386
30 Jun 246,8111491,277379
31 Mar 246,6561891,384385
31 Dec 236,592421,373395
30 Sep 236,535231,343388
30 Jun 236,479-51,217388
31 Mar 236,358471,345390
01 Jan 236,0641851,196361
30 Sep 225,5491491,138353
30 Jun 225,207661,122358
31 Mar 225,0161121,064359
31 Dec 214,9331891,062355
30 Sep 215,0443611,046337
30 Jun 215,1996671,008311
31 Mar 215,231562992298
31 Dec 205,340619986294
30 Sep 205,392687971288
30 Jun 205,353557976286
31 Mar 205,235697959281
31 Dec 195,099625943276
30 Sep 194,961552923271
30 Jun 194,790565878261
31 Mar 194,620568859249
31 Dec 184,487597815241
30 Sep 184,332699777212
30 Jun 184,246704804215
31 Mar 184,279672800219
31 Dec 174,318663860225
30 Sep 174,348571857230
30 Jun 174,291559827222
31 Mar 174,153554810209
31 Dec 164,050545775198
30 Sep 164,014537771216
30 Jun 163,986535776218
31 Mar 163,985529768221
31 Dec 153,935532736224
30 Sep 153,789533696211

Quality Earnings: GRFS has a large one-off loss of €156.2M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.

Growing Profit Margin: GRFS's current net profit margins (5.6%) are higher than last year (2.6%).

Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis

Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: GRFS's earnings have declined by 4.1% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: GRFS's earnings growth over the past year (112.6%) exceeds its 5-year average (-4.1% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: GRFS earnings growth over the past year (112.6%) exceeded the Biotechs industry 54.5%.

Return on Equity

High ROE: GRFS's Return on Equity (6.3%) is considered low.

Return on Assets

Return on Capital Employed

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/10 04:27
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/10 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Management10 years
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Analyst Sources

Grifols, S.A. is covered by 29 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
null nullBanco de Sabadell. S.A.
Luis ArredondoBanco de Sabadell. S.A.
Jaime EscribanoBanco Santander