Novartis AG

NYSE:NVS Stock Report

Market Cap: US$287.2b

Novartis Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 3/6

Novartis's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -2.7%, while the Pharmaceuticals industry saw earnings growing at 10.7% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 3% per year. Novartis's return on equity is 34.7%, and it has net margins of 23.9%.

Key information

-2.69%

Earnings growth rate

1.18%

EPS growth rate

Pharmaceuticals Industry Growth5.95%
Revenue growth rate2.99%
Return on equity34.72%
Net Margin23.92%
Next Earnings Update21 Jul 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • Jul 04

Novartis: 'Hold' On Continued Generic Erosion And Need For H2 2026 Catalysts

Summary Novartis is downgraded from 'Strong Buy' to 'Hold' due to significant generic erosion impacting Q1 2026 sales and future growth outlook. Q1 2026 sales declined 5% [cc] to $13.1B, with ENTRESTO dropping 46% and ZOLGENSMA down 12%, offset by strong growth in KISQALI [55%] and PLUVICTO [70%]. ITVISMA's European approval expands the SMA franchise to a broader patient group, while PLUVICTO's sNDA for mHSPC could drive future growth if approved. Full-year 2026 revenue guidance is for low single-digit percentage growth; upcoming 2H 2026 data readouts are critical for improving the mid- to long-term outlook. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Feb 27

Why Novartis Remains A 'Buy' After Beating Expectations Again

Summary At the end of January, Novartis pleasantly surprised me with its financial results for Q4 2024, which were achieved, in part, due to the strong performance of its oncology franchise. So, sales of Pluvicto, a medication for the treatment of prostate cancer, reached $351 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, an increase of 28.6% year-on-year. Novartis' dividend yield currently stands at 3.58%, which is significantly higher than that of the healthcare sector. In this article, dear Seeking Alpha readers, you'll know more about why I believe Novartis is an appealing stock for income-oriented investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Feb 14

Novartis: Just What The Doctor Ordered

Summary Novartis' robust drug pipeline and strong financials, including an AA- credit rating, support an 11% annual return expectation by 2027. The company's diverse blockbuster portfolio and strategic cost management drove a 15.1% sales increase and 29% EPS growth in Q4 2024. Novartis' shares are undervalued by 11%, offering a 33% cumulative return potential through 2027, with a secure and growing 3.5% dividend yield. Despite industry risks, Novartis' growth outlook remains positive, bolstered by a solid drug roster, pipeline, and exceptional balance sheet. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jan 10

Novartis: Explaining YE24 Loss Of Momentum, Outlining Prospects For 2025

Summary Novartis experienced a strong bull run in 2024 but saw a 13% pullback post Q3 earnings, making for a potential "buy the dip" opportunity. Despite impressive Q3 financials, market concerns about 2025 patent expirations for key drugs like Entresto, Promacta, and Tasigna triggered a sell-off. Novartis' robust pipeline and new product launches are expected to offset losses from patent expirations, supporting long-term growth and a "Buy" rating. At prices below $100 per share, Novartis stock is an attractive buy, but investors need patience due to potential short-term revenue declines. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Dec 13

Novartis: Time To Increase

Summary Novartis faces headwinds from Kisqali patent litigation and Entresto competition, but clinical advancements and increased mid-term sales guidance support our Buy rating. Key growth drivers include higher investments in R&D and strategic early stake acquisitions. The CEO's focus on cash generation, dividend growth, and share buybacks provides downside protection and supports EPS growth ahead of consensus. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Oct 25

What To Expect When Novartis Reports Q3 2024 Results

Summary Novartis will report Q3 results next week and I expect the company to beat EPS and revenue estimates, and increase the full-year revenue and core operating income guidance. Key growth products should drive high single-digit revenue growth in the third quarter. Recent litigation updates on Entresto were negative and Novartis continues to anticipate a 2H 2025 generic launch. No major new pipeline updates are expected next week. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

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

Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:NVS Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 2656,57813,53413,31711,106
31 Dec 2556,67413,98413,23810,687
30 Sep 2556,37214,39313,30210,177
30 Jun 2555,18613,65413,1329,705
31 Mar 2553,22212,85912,7829,456
31 Dec 2451,72211,94112,5649,511
30 Sep 2449,94011,76112,4817,387
30 Jun 2448,86010,08312,4388,920
31 Mar 2447,7339,10712,4388,857
31 Dec 2346,6608,56812,51711,371
30 Sep 2345,8507,24512,20610,273
30 Jun 2344,5417,06212,0518,890
31 Mar 2341,6945,97611,5228,680
31 Dec 2243,4616,04912,1939,172
30 Sep 2246,01721,04212,9248,975
30 Jun 2248,60122,47213,6068,813
31 Mar 2252,99724,18414,7989,119
31 Dec 2143,97422,90812,7568,259
30 Sep 2152,3859,80714,7219,032
30 Jun 2151,5568,98414,5228,798
31 Mar 2149,8847,95514,1368,839
31 Dec 2049,8988,07214,1978,980
30 Sep 2049,5847,10314,1288,534
30 Jun 2049,5287,21014,2588,587
31 Mar 2049,9307,45114,4758,197
31 Dec 1948,6777,14214,3699,402
30 Sep 1947,8587,23814,1148,627
30 Jun 1946,7627,07713,8268,575
31 Mar 1946,39112,69713,7368,650
31 Dec 1846,09912,79713,7178,489
30 Sep 1847,36613,55214,0848,295
30 Jun 1848,67213,75214,5018,387
31 Mar 1849,5138,00414,8128,323
31 Dec 1743,4047,49912,4687,995
30 Sep 1749,5276,68414,7138,460
30 Jun 1749,1766,54314,4358,445
31 Mar 1749,3616,36714,2788,573
31 Dec 1649,3866,71214,1118,445
30 Sep 1649,6066,80714,1108,773
30 Jun 1649,7506,67214,1738,739
31 Mar 1649,9676,72214,1418,755
31 Dec 1550,3877,01714,2478,935
30 Sep 1550,6358,41714,2418,685

Quality Earnings: NVS has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: NVS's current net profit margins (23.9%) are lower than last year (24.2%).

Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis

Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: NVS's earnings have declined by 2.7% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: NVS's earnings growth over the past year (5.2%) exceeds its 5-year average (-2.7% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: NVS earnings growth over the past year (5.2%) exceeded the Pharmaceuticals industry -4.8%.

Return on Equity

High ROE: Whilst NVS's Return on Equity (34.72%) is high, this metric is skewed due to their high level of debt.

Return on Assets

Return on Capital Employed

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/07 14:09
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/07 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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Market Prices30 years
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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Novartis AG is covered by 55 analysts. 21 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
John EadeArgus Research Company
Odile RundquistBaader Helvea Equity Research
Gerhard SchwarzBaader Helvea Equity Research