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Henry Schein

Henry Schein Inc is a solutions company for healthcare professionals powered by a network of people and technology. The company is a provider of healthcare products and services primarily to office-based dental and medical practitioners, as well as alternate sites of care. The company operates in two reportable segments; health care distribution and technology & value-added services. The healthcare distribution segment is engaged in combining global dental and medical businesses and distributes consumable products, small equipment, laboratory products, and Vitamins. The technology and value-added services reportable segment provides software, technology & other value-added services to health care practitioners. The majority of revenue is derived from the health care distribution segment.

Henry Schein Inc

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 5 analysts have published ratings on Henry Schein (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) in the last three months.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $82.2, with a high estimate of $90.00 and a low estimate of $75.00. Observing a 6.06% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $77.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738260043_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The perception of Henry Schein by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Michael Petusky</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Brandon Couillard</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Michael Cherny</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Valiquette</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Petusky</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Henry Schein. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Henry Schein compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Henry Schein's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Henry Schein's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HSIC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Henry Schein analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Henry Schein Better</h2>
Henry Schein Inc is a solutions company for healthcare professionals powered by a network of people and technology. The company is a provider of healthcare products and services primarily to office-based dental and medical practitioners, as well as alternate sites of care. The company operates in two reportable segments; health care distribution and technology &amp; value-added services. The healthcare distribution segment is engaged in combining global dental and medical businesses and distributes consumable products, small equipment, laboratory products, and Vitamins. The technology and value-added services reportable segment provides software, technology &amp; other value-added services to health care practitioners. The majority of revenue is derived from the health care distribution segment.
<h3>Henry Schein: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Henry Schein displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 0.38%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Henry Schein's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 3.12%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Henry Schein's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.82%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Henry Schein's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.95%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.85, Henry Schein adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Henry Schein Stock

Barrington Research analyst Michael Petusky maintains Henry Schein (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $82 to $90.

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Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Henry Schein, Raises Price Target to $90

Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) shares are trading higher on Wednesday. The medical and dental supplies distributor disclosed a strategic investment of an additional $250 million from funds affiliated with KKR &amp; Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>).
With this investment, KKR will become the largest non-index fund shareholder, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b43298127/henry-schein-announces-strategic-investment-by-kkr-board-changes-and-provides-preliminary-unaudite" rel="noreferrer noopener">holding a 12% stake in the company.</a>
The company will also have the option to increase its equity stake up to 14.9% through open market purchases. Henry Schein and KKR will collaborate on a range of value-creation opportunities.
Henry Schein will issue new shares of common stock to funds affiliated with KKR for a $250 million investment based on the market price.
KKR is primarily funding this investment through North America Fund XIII. The completion of the transactions is subject to standard closing conditions.
As part of the arrangement between Henry Schein and KKR, Max Lin and William Daniel will join Henry Schein's Board of Directors as independent directors. Additionally, the Board has appointed Robert Hombach as an independent director.
In addition, Henry Schein&#8217;s Board has authorized an increase of $500 million to its share repurchase program, with $250 million to be executed through accelerated share repurchases.
Preliminary Results: Henry Schein sees fourth-quarter preliminary revenue of $3.2 billion (vs. consensus of $3.35 billion), bringing the 2024 revenue to $12.7 billion <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">(vs. street view of $12.8 billion)</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The company sees fourth-quarter preliminary adjusted EPS of $1.19 (vs. consensus of $1.23) and 2024 adjusted EPS of $4.74 (vs. consensus of $4.78).
2025 Outlook: Henry Schein expects both revenues and adjusted EPS to grow in the range of low to mid-single digits in 2025.
The company projects adjusted EBITDA to grow in a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance">mid-single-digit range in 2025.</a>
The company plans to release its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 financial results <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">on Tuesday, February 25, 2025</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to HSIC via AdvisorShares Focused Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CWS#NYSE">CWS</a>) and Invesco Bloomberg Analyst Rating Improvers ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPGD#NYSE">UPGD</a>).
Price Action: HSIC shares are up 6.48% at $81.03 at the last check Wednesday.
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Henry Schein shares are trading higher following a Wall Street Journal report indicating KKR has taken a stake in the company and will receive two board seats.

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The Wall Street Journal Reported KKR Has Taken A Big Stake In Henry Schein, Will Get Two Board Seats

Jefferies analyst Brandon Couillard maintains Henry Schein (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $77 to $80.

Jefferies Maintains Hold on Henry Schein, Raises Price Target to $80

BofA Securities predicts that headline risks affecting the Healthcare Tech &amp; Distribution sector in 2024 will likely continue in 2025.
Key areas of concern include pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), retail pharmacies, distributors, fertility benefits, and direct-to-consumer (D2C) pharmacies.
While regulatory pressure on PBMs is expected to persist, the analyst believes this will mainly impact profit margins and growth rates rather than lead to major changes in the business model.
Potential policy shifts under the next administration could involve adjustments to the Inflation Reduction Act, expanded access to health savings accounts (HSAs), and increased support for fertility benefits.
BofA upgraded Cardinal Health Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAH#NYSE">CAH</a>) from <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAH/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">Neutral to Buy</a>. The analyst notes Cardinal Health&#8217;s core pharmaceutical segment is growing faster than its competitors, with this trend expected to strengthen in the coming year.
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The company is benefiting from a unique advantage in its pharmacy benefit management (PBM) business, which could add 2-3 percentage points to earnings per share growth through fiscal 2026.
Despite its stronger growth potential, Cardinal&#8217;s stock is trading at a notable discount compared to McKesson Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCK#NYSE">MCK</a>), but this gap is likely to close or reverse within the next year.
BofA has also upgraded Henry Schein (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) from <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HSIC/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">Underperform to Buy</a> and raised the price target from $69 to $84, recognizing it as a top-tier dental business poised for long-term earnings growth.
The company is recovering from last year&#8217;s cybersecurity incident, which should <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41752173/henry-schein-q3-earnings-sees-recovery-from-cyber-incident-says-dental-equipment-business-shows-sta" rel="noreferrer noopener">boost reported figures</a>.
With these challenges behind it and expectations now more realistic, the analyst writes Henry Schein offers a strong opportunity to benefit from a recovering dental market.
The company could see additional upside in the medium to long term, driven by a shift toward private-label products and a growing focus on specialty services. The analyst notes the price target of $84 is reasonable given its position at a market low.
Price Action: At the last check Tuesday, CAH stock was up 0.61% at $120.36, and HSIC stock was down 0.08% at $71.70.
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<li>B of A Securities increased the price target for Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) from $69 to $84. B of A Securities analyst Michael Cherny upgraded the stock from Underperform to Buy. Henry Schein shares closed at $69.09 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HSIC/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stoc</a>k.</li>
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B of A Securities analyst Michael Cherny upgrades Henry Schein (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) from Underperform to Buy and raises the price target from $69 to $84.

B of A Securities Upgrades Henry Schein to Buy, Raises Price Target to $84

Henry Schein's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NYSE">HSIC</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.96% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.45 million shares sold short, which is 5.77% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.76 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Henry Schein Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734456622_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Henry Schein has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Henry Schein's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Henry Schein's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.14%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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On Wednesday,&nbsp;Patient Square Capital, a healthcare investment firm, agreed to acquire&nbsp;Patterson Companies, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDCO#NASDAQ">PDCO</a>), a dental and animal health product distributor, for&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42433177/patterson-companies-announces-definitive-agreement-to-be-acquired-by-patient-square-capital-for-31" rel="noreferrer noopener">approximately $4.1 billion</a>.
During its second-quarter earnings release, the company announced it is exploring strategic options, including a sale or merger,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42342667/dental-supplies-patterson-companies-evaluates-strategic-alternatives-after-mixed-q2-earnings-amid-challenging-end-market-environment" rel="noreferrer noopener">to boost shareholder value</a>.
William Blair notes that based on Patient Square Capital&#8217;s portfolio, which doesn&#8217;t include dental or animal health companies, regulatory hurdles for this deal are unlikely.
Additionally, the analyst&#8217;s dental valuation analysis suggests the offer for Patterson is strong, making it unlikely that higher bids will emerge during the 40-day window for competing offers.
The valuation analysis includes Align Technology Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALGN#NASDAQ">ALGN</a>), Dentsply Sirona Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XRAY#NASDAQ">XRAY</a>), Henry Schein Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>), Envista Holdings Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVST#NYSE">NVST</a>) and Europe-listed Straumann Holding.
William Blair writes that most dental companies they cover are trading at or near their lowest valuations in 15 years, as investor interest has declined due to ongoing macroeconomic challenges.
Most recently,&nbsp;Dentsply Sirona revised its 2024 outlook due to market pressures impacting U.S. equipment, legislative changes affecting the direct-to-consumer aligner business model, and the voluntary&nbsp;suspension of sales, marketing, and shipments of Byte Aligners <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41814727/dentsply-sirona-stock-sinks-on-dismal-2024-guidance-blames-macroeconomic-competitiv" rel="noreferrer noopener">and Impression Kits</a>.
Henry Schein&#8217;s third-quarter global dental segment sales were $1.9 billion, down 1.6%, and medical segment sales increased by 2.9% (down 4.8% internally) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41752173/henry-schein-q3-earnings-sees-recovery-from-cyber-incident-says-dental-equipment-business-shows-sta" rel="noreferrer noopener">to $1.1 billion</a>.
While it&#8217;s still early to gauge investor reactions, the analyst is considering whether Patterson&#8217;s acquisition might stabilize valuations and boost demand in the dental sector.
The analyst writes the move could support valuations and signal a potential recovery in the market, making many dental stocks appealing from a risk/reward perspective.
Among these, William Blair sees Align as having the greatest potential for stock growth, driven by improving market conditions and gains in both earnings and valuation.
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Henry Schein (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) underwent analysis by 4 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Henry Schein, revealing an average target of $78.25, a high estimate of $82.00, and a low estimate of $74.00. This current average reflects an increase of 0.32% from the previous average price target of $78.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733317216_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Henry Schein by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Steven Valiquette</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<tr>
<td>Michael Petusky</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ross Muken</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Petusky</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Henry Schein. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Henry Schein compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Henry Schein's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Henry Schein's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HSIC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Henry Schein analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Henry Schein</h2>
Henry Schein Inc is a solutions company for healthcare professionals powered by a network of people and technology. The company is a provider of healthcare products and services primarily to office-based dental and medical practitioners, as well as alternate sites of care. The company operates in two reportable segments; health care distribution and technology &amp; value-added services. The healthcare distribution segment is engaged in combining global dental and medical businesses and distributes consumable products, small equipment, laboratory products, and Vitamins. The technology and value-added services reportable segment provides software, technology &amp; other value-added services to health care practitioners. The majority of revenue is derived from the health care distribution segment.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Henry Schein's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Henry Schein's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 0.38%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Henry Schein's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.12% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Henry Schein's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.82% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Henry Schein's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.95%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Henry Schein's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.85.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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The Analyst Verdict: Henry Schein In The Eyes Of 4 Experts

Mizuho analyst Steven Valiquette initiates coverage on Henry Schein (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) with a Neutral rating and announces Price Target of $75.

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Mizuho Initiates Coverage On Henry Schein with Neutral Rating, Announces Price Target of $75

Henry Schein's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NYSE">HSIC</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.56% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.80 million shares sold short, which is 6.08% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 6.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Henry Schein Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732111228_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Henry Schein has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Henry Schein's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Henry Schein's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.46%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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