CVS Health Corporation (CVS)

US — Healthcare Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol CVS
  • Rev/Share 305.4036
  • Book/Share 61.2567
  • PB 1.1587
  • Debt/Equity 1.0691
  • CurrentRatio 0.8034
  • ROIC 0.0353

 

  • MktCap 89823130600.0
  • FreeCF/Share 3.7757
  • PFCF 18.7914
  • PE 19.7877
  • Debt/Assets 0.3202
  • DivYield 0.0376
  • ROE 0.0595

 

  • Rating A-
  • Score 4
  • Recommendation Buy
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 5
  • P/B Score 4
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade CVS UBS Neutral Buy -- $79 Aug. 18, 2025
Upgrade CVS Robert W. Baird Neutral Outperform -- $82 Aug. 14, 2025
Upgrade CVS Leerink Partners Market Perform Outperform $55 $75 Feb. 13, 2025
Upgrade CVS Cantor Fitzgerald Neutral Overweight -- -- Feb. 12, 2025
Upgrade CVS Edward Jones Hold Buy -- -- Jan. 30, 2025
Upgrade CVS Deutsche Bank Hold Buy -- $66 Dec. 3, 2024
Upgrade CVS Barclays Equal Weight Overweight $63 $82 Oct. 10, 2024
Upgrade CVS TD Cowen Hold Buy $59 $85 Oct. 4, 2024

News

CVS vs. DHR: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
CVS, DHR
Published: May 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors looking for stocks in the Medical Services sector might want to consider either CVS Health (CVS) or Danaher (DHR). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

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ATTENTION CVS SHAREHOLDERS: Investors Who Lost Money on CVS Health Corporation Are Urged to Contact Levi & Korsinsky About an Ongoing Investigation
CVS
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Accesswire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 8, 2025 / Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation of CVS Health Corporation ("CVS Health Corporation") (NYSE:CVS) concerning possible violations of federal securities laws. The U.S. Department of Justice filed a complaint on May 1, 2025, against insurance broker organizations, including CVS, alleging that "insurers paid hundreds of millions of dollars in illegal kickbacks to the defendant brokers in exchange for enrollments in the insurers' Medicare Advantage plans.

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GLP-1 competition heats up: Novo Nordisk CEO talks Wegovy, CVS deal, earnings
CVS, NVO
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Yahoo Finance
Sentiment: Positive

Pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk (NVO) came out swinging Wednesday morning as the stock initially jumped on its first quarter earnings beat ($0.99 per share vs. estimates of $0.94).

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Healthy Returns: Novo Nordisk's Wegovy deal with CVS won't derail Eli Lilly's obesity market dominance
CVS, LLY, NVO
Published: May 07, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral

Eli Lilly won't lose its grip on the weight loss market despite recent investor concerns. Meanwhile, Zocdoc releases an AI-powered scheduling assistant.

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Kirby McInerney LLP Announces Investigation of Claims Against CVS Health Corporation (CVS) on Behalf of Investors
CVS
Published: May 06, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP is investigating potential claims against CVS Health Corporation (“CVS” or the “Company”) (NYSE:CVS). The investigation concerns whether CVS and/or certain of its officers have violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices.

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Build A 12%+ Yield On Cost By 2035 With May's Top 10 High-Yield Picks
AAPL, ARCC, CMCSA, CNQ, CVS, CVX, MO, PFE, SCHD, SCHO, TD, VALE, VICI
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

In this article, I present 10 attractive high-yield investment options for this month of May 2025, which not only offer dividend income but also potential for dividend growth. The selection process involves analyzing financial ratios, competitive advantages, valuations, and diversification across industries and countries to minimize risks and maximize returns. Highlighted top picks for May 2025 include VICI Properties, Chevron, Canadian Natural Resources, Pfizer, Altria, CVS Health, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Comcast, Vale, and Ares Capital.

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What Makes CVS Health (CVS) a New Buy Stock
CVS
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health (CVS) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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Wall Street Analysts Think CVS Health (CVS) Is a Good Investment: Is It?
CVS
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

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Is Most-Watched Stock CVS Health Corporation (CVS) Worth Betting on Now?
CVS
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching CVS Health (CVS) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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CVS Health (CVS) is a Top-Ranked Value Stock: Should You Buy?
CVS
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

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CVS Caremark To Place Novo Nordisk's Wegovy On Preferred Coverage For GLP-1 Weight Loss Treatment
CVS, NVO
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive

Novo Nordisk A/S NVO announced that CVS Health Inc's CVS CVS Caremark, a Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM), has decided that Wegovy (semaglutide) injection 2.4 mg will soon be the preferred GLP-1 medicine on its largest commercial template formularies.

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CVS Health Excludes Zepbound: Why Eli Lilly's 11%+ Drop Looks Overdone
CVS, LLY
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

Eli Lilly and Company's stock fell over 11% after CVS Caremark excluded Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound from its standard commercial formularies starting July 1, 2025. The market overreacted to CVS's exclusion, creating a temporary mispricing in Lilly's stock, presenting a potential buying opportunity. Despite CVS's exclusion, Zepbound still has broad market access through other PBMs and regional health plans, ensuring continued sales growth.

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CVS earnings: Things are finally clicking for the healthcare giant
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Yahoo Finance
Sentiment: Positive

CVS (CVS) stock jumped after beating first quarter earnings and revenue expectations. Jefferies Healthcare Services equity research analyst Brian Tanquilut explains how CVS's margin recovery and business diversification signal growing investor confidence.

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Initial Claims More Than Expectations
CVS, LLY, MCD, W
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Initial Claims More Than Expectations.

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CVS Health: Why I'm Not Buying The Post-Earnings Share Buoyancy
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CVS Health Corporation's Q1 2025 earnings show strong growth, with revenues up 7% YoY and adjusted EPS up 72%, but caution is advised for the long-term outlook. Despite positive quarterly results, CVS downgraded its full-year 2025 revenue guidance and faces ongoing challenges in its Medicare Advantage business. CVS is addressing issues in its Health Care Benefits division by terminating unprofitable contracts and improving star ratings, but risks remain high.

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CVS Health (CVS) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants David Joyner - President, Chief Executive Officer Tom Cowhey - Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Prem Shah - Group President, CVS Health Steve Nelson - President, Aetna Larry McGrath - Chief Strategy Officer, Investor Relations Conference Call Participants Justin Lake - Wolfe Research Lisa Gill - JP Morgan Stephen Baxter - Wells Fargo Elizabeth Anderson - Evercore ISI Andrew Mok - Barclays Michael Cherny - Leerink Partners Charles Rhyee - TD Cowen Ann Hynes - Mizuho Securities Operator Good morning and …

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CVS Health raises full-year profit outlook as Q1 earnings top estimates
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health Corp (NYSE:CVS) shares rose after the pharmacy chain raised its full-year profit guidance and delivered strong financial results for the first quarter. The company now expects 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) in the range of $6 to $6.20, up from its earlier guidance of $5.75 to $6.

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Compared to Estimates, CVS Health (CVS) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for CVS Health (CVS) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

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QCOM Earnings Sell-Off, CVS Turnaround Continues, LLY Disappoints
CVS, LLY, QCOM
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Neutral

While Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta Platforms (META) shined in the Big Tech space, Diane King Hall turns to a mixed earnings picture elsewhere on Wall Street. CVS Health (CVS) posted an earnings beat, raised guidance, and announced a Wegovy deal with Novo Nordisk (NVO), all contributing to its rally.

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CVS Q1 Earnings & Revenues Beat, '25 EPS View Raised, Stock Up
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

CVS Health delivers earnings and revenue beat in the first quarter of 2025.

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CVS Health Stock Surges as Q1 Results Handily Top Estimates
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health (CVS) shares powered 9% higher before the bell Thursday after the pharmacy and healthcare giant's first-quarter results handily topped estimates.

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CVS Health (CVS) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health (CVS) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.25 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.71 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.31 per share a year ago.

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CVS Health's stock surges toward a one-year high after an earnings triple play
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of CVS Health Corp. CVS jumped 6.6% toward a one-year high in premarket trading Thursday, after the healthcare-services company and drugstore chain scored a triple-play with its earnings report, by beating and profit and revenue and raising its full-year outlook.

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CVS to boost access to Novo Nordisk's weight loss treatment Wegovy for patients on its drug plans
CVS, NVO
Published: May 01, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health said it will significantly expand access to the blockbuster weight loss drug Wegovy for patients covered by its pharmacy benefit manager, Caremark. Under a new partnership between Caremark and Wegovy's manufacturer, Novo Nordisk, CVS will make the drug available to its members at "a more affordable price.

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CVS tops estimates, hikes guidance as insurance business shows some improvement
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health reported first-quarter revenue and profit that topped estimates and hiked its guidance, as its troubled insurance business showed some improvement during the period. The company now expects full-year adjusted earnings of $6 to $6.20 per share, up from a previous guidance of $5.75 to $6 per share.

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CVS HEALTH CORPORATION REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS AND UPDATES FULL-YEAR 2025 GUIDANCE
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

First Quarter Financial Highlights Total revenues increased to $94.6 billion, up 7.0% compared to prior year GAAP diluted EPS of $1.41 and Adjusted EPS of $2.25 Generated cash flow from operations of $4.6 billion Operational Highlights CVS Health to exit the individual exchange business Aetna® introduces new solutions to ease the patient and provider experience CVS Caremark® makes formulary update to improve access to GLP-1 drugs 2025 Full-Year Guidance Revised GAAP diluted EPS guidance range to $4.23 to $4.43 from $4.58 to $4.83 Raised Adjusted EPS guidance range to $6.00 to $6.20 from $5.75 to $6.00 Raised cash flow from …

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CVS Beats Wall Street Expectations, Plans to Withdraw From ACA Business
CVS
Published: May 01, 2025 by: WSJ
Sentiment: Positive

The healthcare company also struck a deal with Novo Nordisk to sell Wegovy at a reduced price for cash-paying customers through its pharmacies.

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Watch These 3 MedTech Stocks This Earnings Season: Beat or Miss?
CVS, HOLX, IDXX
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The first-quarter 2025 earnings season is underway, with a number of top MedTech companies already releasing their numbers. (Find the latest EPS estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar.

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CVS Health: Maybe The Right Investment At The Right Time
CVS
Published: April 09, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health Corporation surged 10% intraday and ended yesterday 6% higher, driven by a new CFO announcement and increased Medicare Advantage payments. Despite a challenging fiscal 2024, CVS is undervalued with strong growth potential, expecting 3.5% revenue growth and 6-11% EPS growth in 2025. CVS remains a solid investment due to its recession-resilient business model, low tariff impact, and trading below intrinsic value.

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CVS Health (CVS) Surges 5.9%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?
CVS
Published: April 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CVS Health (CVS) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.

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About CVS Health Corporation (CVS)

  • IPO Date 1996-11-20
  • Website https://www.cvshealth.com
  • Industry Medical - Healthcare Plans
  • CEO J. David Joyner CEBS
  • Employees 219000

CVS Health Corporation provides health services in the United States. The company's Health Care Benefits segment offers traditional, voluntary, and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services. It serves employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans, health care providers, governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups, and expatriates. Its Pharmacy Services segment offers pharmacy benefit management solutions, including plan design and administration, formulary management, retail pharmacy network management, mail order pharmacy, specialty pharmacy and infusion, clinical, and disease and medical spend management services. It serves employers, insurance companies, unions, government employee groups, health plans, prescription drug plans, Medicaid managed care plans, plans offered on public health insurance and private health insurance exchanges, other sponsors of health benefit plans, and individuals. This segment operates retail specialty pharmacy stores; and specialty mail-order, mail-order dispensing, and compounding pharmacies, as well as branches for infusion and enteral nutrition services. The company's Retail/LTC segment sells prescription and over-the-counter drugs, consumer health and beauty products, and personal care products; and provides health care services through its MinuteClinic walk-in medical clinics. This segment also distributes prescription drugs; and provides related pharmacy consulting and other ancillary services to care facilities and other care settings. As of December 31, 2021, it operated approximately 9,900 retail locations and 1,200 MinuteClinic locations, as well as online retail pharmacy websites, LTC pharmacies, and onsite pharmacies. The company was formerly known as CVS Caremark Corporation and changed its name to CVS Health Corporation in September 2014. CVS Health Corporation was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.