CAH
Cardinal Health, Inc. · Healthcare · Medical Distribution
At close
$213.50
+$0.40 (+0.19%) Close
Pre-market $213.10 −$0.40 (−0.19%) 7:18 PM ET
Prev close $213.10
Open $213.50
Day high $213.50
Day low $213.50
Volume 6
Avg vol 1,716,984
Mkt cap
$49.85B
P/E ratio
30.68
FY Revenue
$244.67B
EPS
6.96
Gross Margin
3.70%
Sector
Healthcare
AI report sections
CAH
Cardinal Health, Inc.
Cardinal Health exhibits a strong upward price trend over the past year, with the stock trading near its 52-week high and above key moving averages. At the same time, profitability margins are thin, leverage is high with negative equity, and valuation multiples such as P/E and EV/EBITDA appear elevated relative to low-margin wholesale economics. Cash generation and operating cash flow growth are solid, supporting a positive free cash flow yield, while liquidity ratios below 1.0 highlight balance sheet and refinancing sensitivity.
AI summarized at 1:56 PM ET, 2026-02-03
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 68 SWING: 74 LONG: 63
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+11% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.11×
RSI
45.80 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.02 (Weak)
MACD: -0.07 Signal: -0.04
Short-Term
+0.60 (Strong)
MACD: -0.56 Signal: -1.16
Long-Term
+0.33 (Strong)
MACD: -1.16 Signal: -1.49
Intraday trend score 55.20

Latest news

CAH 12 articles Positive: 8 Neutral: 4 Negative: 0
Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Robotic Pharmacy Prescription Market Research and Global Forecast Report 2025-2032

The global robotic pharmacy prescription market is experiencing significant growth, expanding from USD 214.16 million in 2025 to USD 237.65 million in 2026, with a projected CAGR of 9.18% through 2032, reaching USD 396.21 million. The market is driven by automation adoption for medication safety and efficiency, workforce transformation toward clinical roles, and bundled solution procurement strategies across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

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Sentiment note

Featured as a key player in the robotic pharmacy market experiencing sustained growth, with opportunities in integrated solutions and service models.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Biopharmaceutical Third Party Logistics (Distribution Management, Packaging & Labeling, Transportation, Warehousing) Market Research and Global Forecast Report 2026-2032

The biopharmaceutical third-party logistics market is expected to grow from $140.03 billion in 2025 to $384.23 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 15.51%. Growth is driven by rising product complexity, regulatory scrutiny, cold chain integrity demands, and technological advancements in digital tracking and specialized handling for biologics and gene therapies.

TMO FDX UPS CAH biopharmaceutical logistics cold chain management third-party logistics supply chain
Sentiment note

Cardinal Health's logistics and distribution capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector align with market growth drivers, particularly in distribution management and specialized handling.

Positive Investing.com • Sure Dividend
3 Dividend Stocks With High Returns on Invested Capital

The article examines three high-ROIC dividend-paying stocks: MasterCard, which reported strong Q4 2025 earnings with 17.3% revenue growth and 19% annual EPS growth; Starbucks, showing accelerating comparable store sales growth to 4% with expansion opportunities in China; and Cardinal Health, a major drug distributor posting 18.6% revenue growth and 39 consecutive years of dividend increases.

MA SBUX CAH ROIC dividend stocks return on invested capital high-quality stocks earnings growth
Sentiment note

Strong Q2 fiscal 2026 results with 18.6% revenue growth and EPS beat, 29% segment profit increase in Pharma & Specialty Solutions, raised full-year guidance, 39 consecutive years of dividend increases (Dividend Aristocrat status), and solid 5-year EPS growth of 13%.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Verified Market Research®
Global Medical Device Cleaning Market Poised for Strong Growth as Infection Control Mandates and Reprocessing Technologies Accelerate Adoption: Verified Market Research®

The global medical device cleaning market is projected to grow from USD 2.08 billion in 2024 to USD 3.74 billion by 2032, driven by escalating infection prevention requirements, expanding reusable device utilization, and technological advancements in automated reprocessing systems. However, high capital costs, complex regulatory obligations, and workforce training variability pose challenges to uniform adoption across regions.

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Sentiment note

Listed as a prominent participant in the medical device cleaning market, positioned to benefit from expanding healthcare infrastructure and rising demand for reprocessing solutions.

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
Cardinal Health Board of Directors Approves Quarterly Dividend

Cardinal Health's Board of Directors approved a quarterly dividend of $0.5107 per share, payable on April 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of April 1, 2026. The dividend will be paid from the company's capital surplus.

CAH dividend quarterly board approval shareholder returns capital surplus
Sentiment note

The approval and continuation of a quarterly dividend demonstrates the company's financial health and commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Dividend payments are generally viewed positively as they indicate stable cash flows and management confidence in the business outlook.

Positive Benzinga • Vandana Singh
Cardinal Health Smashes 52-Week High After Strong Quarter

Cardinal Health (CAH) surged 9.11% to a new 52-week high after reporting strong Q2 results with adjusted EPS of $2.63 (beating consensus of $2.35) and sales of $65.63 billion (+19% YoY). The company raised its fiscal 2026 guidance for adjusted EPS to $10.15-$10.35 (+23% to +26% growth) and raised profit growth guidance across multiple segments.

CAH Cardinal Health earnings beat 52-week high guidance raise pharmaceutical sales medical products fiscal 2026 outlook
Sentiment note

Company significantly beat earnings expectations ($2.63 vs $2.35 consensus), exceeded revenue guidance ($65.63B vs $64.14B consensus), achieved double-digit segment profit growth across all five operating segments, raised full-year 2026 EPS guidance by 23-26%, and stock reached a new 52-week high with 9.11% gain on the day.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Ryan Fuhrmann
How the Largest IPO of 2025 Could Be Healthy for Your Portfolio

Medline Industries, the largest IPO of 2025, is positioned as an attractive investment opportunity. The Chicago-based medical supply company has demonstrated strong historical growth with 18% average annual sales growth since 1966 and 50 consecutive years of net sales growth. With a $375 billion total addressable market and solid free cash flow projections, analysts expect continued momentum, though the stock trades at a lofty P/E multiple of 28.

MDLN AMZN MCK CAH IPO 2025 medical supply Medline Industries sales growth
Sentiment note

Mentioned as a competitor in the drug and supply distribution space for comparative analysis, but no specific sentiment or recommendation provided.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
United States Personal Protective Equipment (Gowns, Masks, Face Shields and Others) Market Outlook to 2033

A comprehensive market report on the U.S. Personal Protective Equipment market covering gowns, masks, face shields, gloves and other segments through 2033. The report provides revenue, volume, and pricing data across market segments with company share information for 2024, identifying key opportunities for market entry, expansion, and investment strategies.

CAH HSIC MMM Personal Protective Equipment PPE Market Gowns Masks Face Shields
Sentiment note

Company is listed as a key player in the U.S. PPE market with corporate profile coverage, but no specific positive or negative developments are mentioned in the article.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Not Specified
AOP Health’s Rapiblyk™ Now Accessible via Leading US Healthcare Improvement Companies

AOP Health US announced expanded distribution of Rapiblyk™ (landiolol), an FDA-approved ultra-short-acting beta-blocker for treating rapid heart rates in critical care settings. The drug is now available through four major pharmaceutical wholesalers: Cardinal, Cencora Specialty Distribution, McKesson Corporation, and Morris & Dickson, enhancing accessibility for hospitals and health systems nationwide.

CAH MCK COR Rapiblyk landiolol beta-blocker supraventricular tachycardia atrial fibrillation
Sentiment note

Cardinal is mentioned as one of four distribution partners for Rapiblyk, representing routine business expansion but without specific financial impact or strategic significance disclosed in the article.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Verified Market Research®
Pharmaceutical Waste Management Market is expected to generate a revenue of USD 2631.59 Million by 2032, Globally, at 5.91% CAGR: Verified Market Research®

The global pharmaceutical waste management market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.91% from 2026 to 2032, reaching USD 2631.59 million by 2032, up from USD 1662.35 million in 2024. Growth is driven by stringent regulatory frameworks, expanding pharmaceutical industry, and rising sustainability focus, though high operational costs and fragmented regulations present challenges.

CAH WM SYK pharmaceutical waste management market growth regulatory compliance sustainability waste disposal
Sentiment note

Listed as a key player in the growing pharmaceutical waste management market, positioned to benefit from increasing regulatory requirements and market expansion.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Verified Market Research
Adhesive Bandages Market is expected to generate a revenue of USD 4.48 Billion by 2032, Globally, at 3.60% CAGR: Verified Market Research®

The global adhesive bandages market is expected to grow to $4.48 billion by 2032, driven by rising minor injuries, increased healthcare awareness, and product innovations, despite challenges like skin irritation and pricing pressures.

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Sentiment note

Included in key players list without specific market performance indicators

Positive The Motley Fool • Thomas Niel
3 No-Brainer Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now

The article highlights three dividend stocks with strong potential: Cardinal Health, Chevron, and Target. Each company offers unique dividend growth opportunities based on their financial performance, transformation strategies, and commitment to shareholder returns.

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Sentiment note

Successful transformation towards higher-margin healthcare segments, 30 years of consecutive dividend growth, strong earnings growth forecast, and potential for increased dividend payouts

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