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Merck & Company Inc(MRK) Stock Analysis | Healthcare

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Reward48Moderate
Risk17Low
75%Data
Thin 5% profit margin · 2.2% dividend yield
Defensive Anchor
Market Cap:366.00Bn
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Reward Rating
48
Moderate
Reward Assessment
75% data coverage
Bottom 25% of stocksView factors
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Risk Rating
17
Low
Risk Assessment
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Earnings Ex-dividend

Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

Analyst Target

Analyst consensus price target: $148.73.

What is Merck & Company Inc?

operates as a healthcare company worldwide.

MRK · Verdict

Moderate reward · low risk

MRK stands out on volatility and cash flow, but watch the valuation signal.

Based on 88% data coverage

MRK · Verdict

What’s working & what to watch

Strengths 3

  • Volatility95/100

    Top decile vs peers

  • Cash flow92/100

    19% free-cash-flow margin

  • Profitability74/100

    28% net margin · 7% ROE

Watchouts 1

  • Valuation13/100

    P/E 54.3× · PEG 10.26

Model-based scoring. For information only — not financial advice.

What is Merck & Company Inc?

operates as a healthcare company worldwide. It offers human health pharmaceutical for various areas under the Keytruda, Keytruda Qlex, Welireg, Gardasil, ProQuad, M-M-R II, Varivax, Vaxneuvance, Capvaxive, RotaTeq, Pneumovax 23, Bridion, Prevymis, Dificid, Zerbaxa, Winrevair, Adempas/ Verquvo, Ohtuvayre, Lagevrio, Isentress/Isentress HD, Delstrigo, Pifeltro, Belsomra, Januvia, and Janumet brands. The company is listed on the NYSE in USA, operating in the Healthcare sector, with a market capitalisation of 366.00B, and a P/E ratio of 117.7x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

Growth
Moderate growth momentum — positive trajectory without breakout acceleration.
Profitability
Strong margins and consistent earnings support financial stability.
Risk
Below-average volatility supports a steadier risk profile.
Valuation
Premium valuation reflects strong growth expectations already priced in.

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Reward: Moderate (48)

The scoring profile indicates limited reward potential at this time, with profitability and momentum offering the most support. Risk indicators are low, suggesting a relatively contained downside profile.

For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Company Information
SectorHealthcare
IndustryDrug Manufacturers - General
Market Cap366.00B
P/E Ratio117.7381
Dividend Yield2.22%
Beta0.211
Insider Activity
12M windowBearish
Shares soldShares bought
0-3months
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6-9months
10320,176 shares
$38.3M
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18,614 shares
$720k
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7 disclosures without share count
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