DGX Company Profile and Key Details

Q: Who are the executives of DGX?

Mr. Shawn C. BevecVice President of Investor RelationsMr. Gary D. SamuelsSenior Vice President & Chief Communications OfficerMr. Sam A. SamadExecutive Vice President & Chief Financial OfficerMr. Stephen H. RusckowskiExecutive ChairmanMs. Kristin Lee Wallace Esq.Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance OfficerMs. Cecilia K. McKenneySenior Vice President & Chief HR OfficerMr. Michael E. PrevoznikSenior Vice President & Gen. CounselMr. Michael J. DeppeSenior Vice President, Corporation Controller & Chief Accounting OfficerMs. Catherine T. DohertySenior Vice President of Regional Bus.esMr. Patrick T. PlewmanSenior Vice President of Diagnostic ServicesMr. James E. DavisChairman, Chief Executive Officer & PresMs. Gabrielle WolfsonSenior Vice President and Chief Information & Digital Officer

NYSE : DGX

Quest Diagnostics

$187.39

-3.45-1.81%

Open: 4:00 PM

64.35

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Stock Price Today

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX) stock declined over -1.81%, trading at $187.39 on NYSE, down from the previous close of $190.84. The stock opened at $191.71, fluctuating between $186.23 and $192.20 in the recent session.

Stock Snapshot

190.84

Prev. Close

20.74B

Market Cap

186.23

Day Low

20.71

P/E Ratio

9.05

EPS (TTM)

8.53

Cash Flow per Share

191.71

Open

110.7M

Number of Shares

192.2

Day High

99.48%

Free Float in %

57.95

Book Value

589.25K

Volume

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Stock Price History Chart

Date	Open	High	Low	Close	Volume
May 08, 2026	191.71	192.20	186.23	187.39	759.36K
May 07, 2026	188.19	190.99	187.90	190.84	736.05K
May 06, 2026	190.89	192.62	188.49	189.13	895.78K
May 05, 2026	191.39	191.70	189.18	190.84	613.79K
May 04, 2026	190.61	193.50	190.41	191.50	567.48K
Apr 30, 2026	190.24	195.87	189.92	194.20	1.11M
Apr 29, 2026	193.85	194.49	187.50	189.32	1.39M
Apr 28, 2026	198.59	198.78	194.27	195.05	909.14K
Apr 27, 2026	195.91	198.00	195.61	196.63	701.28K
Apr 23, 2026	205.28	205.66	196.96	199.53	1.26M
Apr 22, 2026	205.37	207.00	198.71	204.00	1.61M
Apr 21, 2026	203.25	209.79	202.13	205.04	2.43M
Apr 20, 2026	194.22	196.77	191.63	196.31	1.96M
Apr 17, 2026	190.23	196.45	190.23	195.02	993.9K
Apr 16, 2026	191.22	194.27	191.15	191.46	981.78K
Apr 14, 2026	192.27	194.26	191.16	194.16	831.45K
Apr 13, 2026	191.03	193.13	189.72	192.91	899K
Apr 10, 2026	197.66	197.66	190.12	191.51	847.19K
Apr 09, 2026	197.93	199.41	196.55	197.82	718.36K
Apr 08, 2026	196.18	198.89	194.02	198.81	779.83K

Contact Details

Secaucus, NJ 07094

United States

https://www.questdiagnostics.com 973 520 2700

About Company

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated provides diagnostic testing, information, and services in the United States and internationally. The company develops and delivers diagnostic information services, such as routine testing, non-routine and advanced clinical testing, anatomic pathology testing, and other diagnostic information services. It offers diagnostic information services primarily under the Quest Diagnostics brand, as well as under the AmeriPath, Dermpath Diagnostics, ExamOne, and Quanum brands to patients, clinicians, hospitals, independent delivery networks, health plans, employers, direct contract entities, and accountable care organizations through a network of laboratories, patient service centers, phlebotomists in physician offices, call centers and mobile paramedics, nurses, and other health and wellness professionals. The company also provides risk assessment services for the life insurance industry; and healthcare organizations and clinicians robust information technology solutions. Quest Diagnostics Incorporated was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey.

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Company Overview

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (NYSE:DGX) closed at $187.39 USD, losing -$3.45 (-1.81%) from the previous close of $190.84. The stock is currently mid-range between its 52-week high and low $164.65 and $213.50. With a market capitalization of about $20.74 billion, Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is classified as a large-cap and shows lower-than-market volatility (beta ~0.59). Key stats such as the average daily volume over the past year has been around 959.07 thousand shares, volume is running light vs its 52-week average. Headquartered in Secaucus, NJ, Quest Diagnostics Incorporated operates in the Healthcare sector and the Medical - Diagnostics & Research industry. Led by CEO James E. Davis, the company employs approximately 55,000 people and listed since December 17, 1996. Quest Diagnostics Incorporated provides diagnostic testing, information, and services in the United States and internationally.

Technical Performance

DGX has shown mixed momentum, gaining 7.39% over the past week and -0.3% over the past quarter, though year-to-date performance is up 8.89%. Short-term trend indicators are bearishly aligned (SMA20 6.03%, SMA50 12.64%, SMA200 16.48%). The stock’s 14-day RSI is 70.74 (overbought), while the ATR of 4.64 points to higher daily volatility. The stock remains sitting in the mid-range of its 52-week band, trading -0.98% below its high and over 34.29% above its low. Average 10-day trading volume of 867.03 thousand shares is below the 3-month average of 989.73 thousand, indicating normal recent market interest.

Valuation Metrics

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated trades at a P/E ratio of 20.05, slightly below the S&P 500 average, with a price-to-sales ratio of 1.83 and a price-to-book ratio of 2.79 suggesting the stock is closer to book value. The P/FCF stands at 15.58, also below market averages.

Dividend & Fair Value

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated last paid a dividend of 3.26 per share, this equals a trailing yield of roughly 1.96%. Dividend and splits history remains an important factor for investors monitoring long-term returns. A discounted cash flow model estimates fair value at around $240.28. This means the shares are trading below this model’s fair value.

Earnings & Analyst Outlook

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated generated EPS of $8.76 over the past year. Five-year average earnings growth is -3.62%. Wall Street analysts project EPS growth of 8.22% annually over the next five years. The latest quarter delivered EPS of $2.50. The next quarter is forecast at $2.37. Next year's EPS is expected at $4.02. Analyst sentiment is neutral. Analyst rating data shows there are 5 Strong Buy ratings, 2 Buy ratings, 19 Hold ratings, 0 Sell rating and 0 Strong Sell ratings. Price targets range from $235.00 to $175.00. The high target offers 25.41% upside. The low target suggests -6.61% downside. The mean target is $207.04. This offers 10.49% upside. Quest Diagnostics Incorporated earnings surprise history is a consistent trend of beating forecasts. The quarter that ended April 21, 2026, missed forecasts by 5.49%. The prior quarter beat by 2.54%. Over the last six quarters, Apple has recorded several small beats. These include 1.83% in January 30, 2025.

Shareholding & Insider Activity

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated has 111.82 million shares outstanding. The public float is 111.24 million shares, elevated short interest at 4.11% of float. This equals 4.03 million shares. The short ratio is 3.2 days. Institutional investors hold 99.55% of the float. Insiders own 0.4%. RUSCKOWSKI STEPHEN H holds 334.83 thousand shares, Davis J. E. has 117.18 thousand shares and GUINAN MARK has 73.58 thousand shares. Over the past six months, insider transactions show net selling. They sold 49.94 thousand shares across 16 transactions.

Financial & Profitability Overview

Over the trailing twelve months, Quest Diagnostics generated $9.87B in revenue, or $87.36 per share. Gross margin was 32.86%, operating margin 13.63%, and net profit margin 8.82%. Returns are healthy, with ROA at 6.21% and ROE at 13.81%.
On valuation metrics, Quest Diagnostics trades at a P/E of 20.05, P/S of 1.83 and P/B of 2.79. The current ratio is 1.18 and quick ratio is 1.08. Operationally, the company’s inventory turnover is 33.47 and cash conversion cycle is -10.44 days , indicating it collects cash faster than it pays suppliers. Debt-to-equity is 0.95, supported by a cash flow-to-debt ratio of 0.27.

Quarterly Financial Highlights

For the quarter ended Dec 31, 2024, Quest Diagnostics posted revenue of $9.87B, down slightly from $9.25B in the prior quarter. Gross profit was $3.24B (margin 32.86%). Operating income was $1.35B (margin 13.6%). Net income was$871.00M (EPS $7.85).
The company ended the quarter with $686.00M in cash and short-term investments, a total debt of $5.37B, and net debt of $4.68B. Total assets were $14.02B, with equity of $6.42B. Financials further reflected stability, with operating cash flow of $1.27B, free cash flow of $864.00M, and capital expenditures of - $408.00M.

Price Forecast & Outlook

Our AI price prediction model suggests that Quest Diagnostics Incorporated stock has strong potential for upside but may face short-term weakness followed by gains in the medium and long term. 2-Week Outlook: Projected decline of -4.23%, with price expected at $179.47 by May 22, 2026, within a range of $176.26 to $183.05 3-Month Outlook: Projected fall of -6.8%, reaching $174.64 by August 06, 2026, with a range of $172.12 to $177.25. 1-Year Outlook: Projected gain of 15.88%, with price at $217.15 by May 07, 2027, within a range of $213.65 to $220.20.

Key Takeaways

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (NYSE:DGX) shares are flat 8.89% year-to-date currently trading near 52-week highs band. Short-term momentum has been negative over the last quarter, despite recent volatility. Valuation shows Quest Diagnostics Incorporated trading at a premium to the broader market with a P/E of 20.05. Analyst sentiment is mixed, with the majority of ratings in Hold territory and a mean price target of $167.38, suggesting -10.68% downside. Our AI forecast model points to short-term weakness (-4.23% over two weeks), a medium-term fall (-6.8% over three months), and a longer-term gain (15.88% over one year), with expected trading ranges indicating moderate volatility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX) stock price?

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (NYSE: DGX) stock price is $187.39 in the last trading session. During the trading session, DGX stock reached the peak price of $192.20 while $186.23 was the lowest point it dropped to. The percentage change in DGX stock occurred in the recent session was -1.81% while the dollar amount for the price change in DGX stock was - $3.45.

DGX's industry and sector of operation?

The NYSE listed DGX is part of Medical - Diagnostics & Research industry that operates in the broader Healthcare sector. Quest Diagnostics Incorporated designs, manufactures, and markets smartphones, personal computers, tablets, wearables, and accessories worldwide.

Who are the executives of DGX?

Mr. Shawn C. Bevec
Vice President of Investor Relations
Mr. Gary D. Samuels
Senior Vice President & Chief Communications Officer
Mr. Sam A. Samad
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Stephen H. Rusckowski
Executive Chairman
Ms. Kristin Lee Wallace Esq.
Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer
Ms. Cecilia K. McKenney
Senior Vice President & Chief HR Officer
Mr. Michael E. Prevoznik
Senior Vice President & Gen. Counsel
Mr. Michael J. Deppe
Senior Vice President, Corporation Controller & Chief Accounting Officer
Ms. Catherine T. Doherty
Senior Vice President of Regional Bus.es
Mr. Patrick T. Plewman
Senior Vice President of Diagnostic Services
Mr. James E. Davis
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer & Pres
Ms. Gabrielle Wolfson
Senior Vice President and Chief Information & Digital Officer

How DGX did perform over past 52-week?

DGX's closing price is 13.81% higher than its 52-week low of $164.65 where as its distance from 52-week high of $213.50 is -12.23%.

How many employees does DGX have?

Number of DGX employees currently stands at 55,000.

Link for DGX official website?

Official Website of DGX is: https://www.questdiagnostics.com

How do I contact DGX?

DGX could be contacted at phone 973 520 2700 and can also be accessed through its website. DGX operates from 500 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ 07094, United States.

How many shares of DGX are traded daily?

DGX stock volume for the day was 589.25K shares. The average number of DGX shares traded daily for last 3 months was 959.07K.

What is the market cap of DGX currently?

The market value of DGX currently stands at $20.74B with its latest stock price at $187.39 and 110.7M of its shares outstanding.

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Employees	55000
Beta	0.65
Sales or Revenue	$9.87B
5Y Sales Change%	0.492%
Fiscal Year Ends	December
Sector	Healthcare
Industry	Medical - Diagnostics & Research

DGX Company Profile and Key Details

Quest Diagnostics

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