BDX Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
8.09%
Last Quarter
$2.90
Past Year
$6.12
Growth Past 5yrs
16.45%
Next Quarter
$2.78
Estimate Next Year
$11.12
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$233.00
62.4% Upside
Mean Price Target
$198.15
38.12% Upside
Lowest Price Target
$159.00
10.82% Upside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Last Updated On May 12, 2026
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
BDX Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, BDX (NYSE: BDX) reported an actual EPS of $2.9 for the quarter ending on May 07, 2026, compared to an estimated $2.78, resulting in a 4.32% surprise. In the prior quarter (Feb 09, 2026), BDX recorded an actual EPS of $2.91 with a 31.67% surprise. See BDX's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
BDX has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending May 07, 2026 showing a 4.32% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Feb 09, 2026 recorded a 31.67% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 07, 2026 | 2.9 | 2.78 | +4.32% |
| Feb 09, 2026 | 2.91 | 2.21 | +31.67% |
| Nov 06, 2025 | 3.96 | 3.92 | +1.02% |
| Aug 07, 2025 | 3.68 | 3.4 | +8.24% |
| May 01, 2025 | 3.35 | 3.28 | +2.13% |
| Feb 05, 2025 | 3.43 | 3 | +14.33% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BDX stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given BDX stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 26 analysts have given their ratings
to BDX out of which
4 analysts have given strong buy call,
5 analysts have given buy call,
17 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$198.15 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly 38.12% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for BDX highest price target?
Analysts suggest BDX's stock price would rise to a high of $233.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for BDX over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the BDX stock price could move to $159.00.
What is the average target price for BDX?
BDX stock has an average analyst estimate of $198.15.
At its current price, how far is BDX from its average target price?
BDX shares are currently trading 38.12% above this price target.
What were BDX’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $2.90 versus consensus estimates of $2.78, and below the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $3.35.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
BDX's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $2.78 and $11.12 for the whole year.
What has BDX's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 8.09% EPS growth for BDX in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 16.45% in the past five years.