Investing.com - Becton Dickinson (NYSE:BDX) reported on Thursday fourth quarter earnings that matched analysts' forecasts and revenue that topped expectations.
Becton Dickinson announced earnings per share of $2.75 on revenue of $4.8B. Analysts polled by Investing.com anticipated EPS of $2.75 on revenue of $4.72B.
Becton Dickinson shares are down 10% from the beginning of the year, still down 21.28% from its 52 week high of $277.29 set on April 8.
Becton Dickinson follows other major Healthcare sector earnings this month
Becton Dickinson's report follows an earnings beat by UnitedHealth on October 14, who reported EPS of $5.79 on revenue of $80.89B, compared to forecasts EPS of $5.43 on revenue of $80.52B.
J&J had beat expectations on October 18 with third quarter EPS of $2.55 on revenue of $23.79B, compared to forecast for EPS of $2.52 on revenue of $23.46B.
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