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MRK Stock Chart & Stats
€139.15
€2.60(1.87%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€139.15
€2.60(1.87%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€100.70 - €148.65
Previous CloseN/A
Volume239.25K
Average Volume (3M)321.00K
Market Cap
€63.09B
Enterprise Value€56.15K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€3.77B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€12.04B
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.8
Beta0.95
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
2.03Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.54%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.82
Shares Outstanding129,242,250
10 Day Avg. Volume344,164
30 Day Avg. Volume321,004
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-3.35
Price to Book (P/B)1.86
Price to Sales (P/S)2.53
P/FCF Ratio22.70
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€140.17Price Target Upside0.73% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)8.03
Revenue Forecast (FY)€21.15B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Durable Margins And Operating ProfitabilityMerck KGaA reports persistently high gross and operating margins across periods, indicating structural cost advantages, pricing power in proprietary healthcare and specialty materials, and operational scale. Durable margins support resilient cash generation and reinvestment capacity over the medium term.
Stable Balance Sheet With Manageable LeverageModerate and improving debt metrics plus equity growth provide financial flexibility for R&D, capital spending, and M&A without unduly stressing interest coverage. A resilient balance sheet reduces refinancing and solvency risk, supporting strategic investments over the next several quarters.
Diversified, Recurring Revenue Streams Across Three SegmentsA three-pronged business model—pharmaceuticals, recurring life-science consumables/services, and specialty electronics materials—creates cyclical dampening and repeatable revenue from long qualification cycles and customer stickiness, supporting steadier medium-term topline resilience.
Bears Say
Weaker Revenue Momentum In Recent PeriodsNear-term top-line weakness and a sharp TTM revenue decline signal demand or commercial execution headwinds that may constrain reinvestment and growth initiatives. Sustained revenue softness would pressure future margin expansion and returns if not reversed within several quarters.
Cooling Returns On Equity Versus Prior HighsA meaningful drop in ROE reflects reduced efficiency or slower profit conversion on the capital base. If ROE remains near current levels, capital allocation decisions will need to offset lower organic returns to restore shareholder value and justify investment in growth projects.
Only Moderate Cash Conversion And Operating Cash IntensityModerate conversion of accounting profits into free cash flow limits the company's ability to fund big R&D pushes or acquisitive growth from internal cash alone. Persistent suboptimal cash conversion can increase reliance on external financing or constrain shareholder returns over the medium term.
MRK FAQ
What was Merck KGaA’s price range in the past 12 months?
Merck KGaA lowest stock price was €100.70 and its highest was €148.65 in the past 12 months.
What is Merck KGaA’s market cap?
Merck KGaA’s market cap is €63.09B.
When is Merck KGaA’s upcoming earnings report date?
Merck KGaA’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 5 days.
How were Merck KGaA’s earnings last quarter?
Merck KGaA released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported €2.11 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €1.947 by €0.163.
Is Merck KGaA overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Merck KGaA’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Merck KGaA pay dividends?
Merck KGaA pays a Annually dividend of €2.2 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.54%. See more information on Merck KGaA dividends here
What is Merck KGaA’s EPS estimate?
Merck KGaA’s EPS estimate is 2.03.
How many shares outstanding does Merck KGaA have?
Merck KGaA has 129,242,250 shares outstanding.
What happened to Merck KGaA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Merck KGaA reported an EPS of €2.11 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €1.947. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.212%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Merck KGaA?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:MRK
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Merck KGaA Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
€140.17 (0.73% Upside)
€140.17 (0.73% Upside)
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-29.96%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.54%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.49%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Merck KGaA
Merck KGaA is a German science and technology company with operations divided into three core segments: Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics. The Life Science division supplies essential tools, chemicals, and equipment to academic research institutions, biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and various industrial sectors. It also offers specialized process development expertise, such as continuous bioprocessing for drug manufacturers, provides a range of testing kits, reagents, and services, and develops solutions for analyzing environmental samples like air, water, and soil. Furthermore, this segment aids in assessing nutritional value and identifying quality control issues. In its Healthcare segment, the company is involved in the entire lifecycle of prescription drugs and biopharmaceuticals, from initial discovery and development through manufacturing and marketing. Its therapeutic focus areas include oncology, neurology and immunology, fertility, endocrinology, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, thyroid disorders, and multiple sclerosis. This segment also produces general medicines, injection devices, and software for disease monitoring. The Electronics division delivers critical materials for the semiconductor and display industries. It also specializes in surface design, providing delivery systems and services, along with a variety of surface solutions for applications such as cosmetics, effect pigments, and other functional materials. Merck KGaA is also actively engaged in strategic partnerships. These include in-licensing agreements with Debiopharm International SA for developing treatments for head and neck cancer, with Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Co. Ltd. for metastatic colorectal cancer drug candidates, and with Abbisko Therapeutics Co. Ltd. for therapies targeting tenosynovial giant cell tumors. Additionally, the company is involved in collaborations focused on discovering and developing targeted protein degraders against critical oncogenic proteins. Founded in 1668 and headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany, Merck KGaA operates as a subsidiary of E. Merck KG.
MRK Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€140.17
▲(0.73% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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