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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc (TMO)

Overvalued
HealthcareDiagnostics & ResearchUnited States

Fundamental

61

Price

$673.82

Market Cap

$256.61B

Part 1 · What the company is worth

Overview

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. provides life sciences solutions, analytical instruments, specialty diagnostics, and laboratory products and biopharma services internationally. It operates through four segments: Life Sciences Solutions, Analytical Instruments, Specialty Diagnostics, and Laboratory Products and Biopharma Services. The Life Sciences Solutions segment includes reagents, instruments, and consumables for biological and medical research; discovery and production of drugs and vaccines; and diagnosis of infections and diseases. Its Analytical Instruments segment provides instruments, consumables, software, and services for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academic, government, environmental, and other research and industrial markets, as well as clinical laboratories. The Specialty Diagnostics segment offers clinical diagnostics products, such as liquid ready-to-use and lyophilized immunodiagnostic reagent kits, calibrators, controls, protein detection assays, and instruments; immunodiagnostic offerings comprising developing, manufacturing, and marketing of complete blood-test systems for the clinical diagnosis and monitoring of allergy, asthma and autoimmune diseases; microbiology offerings, such as dehydrated and prepared culture media, collection and transport systems, instrumentation and consumables to detect pathogens in blood, diagnostic and rapid direct specimen tests, quality-control products, and associated products; transplant diagnostics products, including human leukocyte antigen typing and testing for the organ transplant market; and healthcare market channel offerings. Its Laboratory Products and Biopharma Services segment provides laboratory products, research and safety market channel, and pharma services and clinical research. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.

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Balance Sheet & Liquidity

Revenue

$46.34B

Trailing 12 months (through 6/27/2026)

Net Income

$6.97B

Trailing 12 months (through 6/27/2026)

Free Cash Flow

$6.29B

Total Equity

$53.41B

Total Liabilities

$56.93B

Current Ratio

1.55

Interest Coverage

5.46

Debt/EBITDA

3.62

Earnings Per Share

Revenue & Net Income

Free Cash Flow

Income Breakdown

Historical statement

Margins over time

Debt over time

How heavy the debt is

Growth grid

Growth — Revenue

Fair Value Estimation

General caseOvervalued

Fair Value

$458.73

Current Price

$673.82

Margin of Safety

-46.9%

Fair Value Range

$298.17 - $619.28

Spread across the valuation methods used, not a statistically calibrated confidence interval.

Estimation Methods

Analyst price target:$706.69
Discounted cash flow (DCF):$293.39
Earnings multiple (P/E):$465.78
Graham growth formula:$212.23
Earnings power value (EPV):$188.20
Justified P/B:$253.89
Dividend discount (Gordon):$33.50
P/FFO, funds from operations:Not enough data to compute it
Mid-cycle earnings:$382.30
Revenue multiple:$471.93
Last Earnings Surprise:+3.29%

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio

36.25

ROE

12.6%

P/B Ratio

4.73

P/FCF

34.05

Gross Margin

-

ROIC

6.6%

Profitability Radar

Value Creation (Economic Moat)

ROIC

6.6%

WACC

8.3%

ROIC − WACC

-1.7 pp

ROIC is below the cost of capital — the company is destroying value for every dollar invested.

Fundamental Analysis Criteria

Passed (18)

  • EPS shows upward trend
  • EPS CAGR 13.95%
  • Price CAGR 16.92%
  • ROIC 6.6%
  • Debt/equity ratio
  • Operating margin 17.6%
  • Positive free cash flow
  • CapEx intensity
  • Current ratio
  • Interest coverage
  • Debt/EBITDA
  • Return on tangible assets
  • ROE 13.3%
  • Revenue growth 5Y 6.7%
  • Earnings surprise, average 2.9%
  • Earnings quality (operating cash flow / net income) 1.29
  • Share dilution -1.4%
  • Piotroski F-Score 5/9

Failed (7)

  • P/FCF 34.05
  • P/B ratio 4.73
  • Low reliance on intangibles
  • Price below Graham Number
  • DCF valuation (Overvalued)
  • PEG ratio 17.60
  • Net margin trend 15.0% vs 15.2%

Unavailable (2)

  • Gross margin –
  • Dividend payout –

Piotroski F-Score

5/9

Mixed signals: some areas need attention

ROA > 0
Operating cash flow > 0
ΔROA > 0
Cash flow > net income
Leverage ↓
Current ratio ↑
No dilution
Gross margin ↑
Asset turnover ↑

Earnings Quality

1.29

High quality: earnings backed by cash

Share Dilution

-1.4%

Buying back shares. Shareholder friendly

Institutional Holdings

Governance

Executive Team

NameTitleAge
Mr. Marc N. CasperChairman & CEO57
Mr. Gianluca PettitiPresident, COO & President of Products and Technologies46
Mr. James R. MeyerSenior VP & CFO46
Mr. Joseph R. HolmesVP & Chief Accounting Officer45
Mr. Ryan J. SnyderSenior VP & Chief Information Officer-
Dr. Karen E. Nelson Ph.D.Chief Scientific Officer-
Mr. Rafael TejadaVice President of Investor Relations-
Mr. Thomas Bailey Shropshire Jr.Senior VP and General Counsel-
Ms. Sandy B. PoundVP & Chief Communications Officer-
Mr. Alan J. MalusSenior Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development65

Audit Risk

2

Board Risk

7

Compensation Risk

10

Shareholder Rights Risk

1

Documents

  • Annual Report (10-K)

    A yearly overview of the business, its financial results, and the risks it faces.

    Filed on 2026-02-26

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  • Quarterly Report (10-Q)

    A snapshot of financial performance for the most recent three-month period.

    Filed on 2026-07-31

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  • Current Report (8-K)

    An announcement of a major event, such as a leadership change or big news.

    Filed on 2026-10-21

    View document

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Income History

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Part 2 · The price and its context

This part shows how the price has behaved, not whether the company is worth owning. Inside: technical analysis, potential, historical drawdowns, gamma exposure.

Market Reaction Profile

How much TMO moves, measured on its daily prices.

VolatilityMedium

More volatile than 31% of the tracked stocks (90-day volatility).

Volatility 30d
28.0%
Volatility 90d
28.9%
Beta vs S&P 500 (1y)
0.56Correlation 0.24
Max drawdown (12m)
-31.5%
ATR (14d, % of price)
3.05%

Earnings reactions

How TMO moved around its past quarterly results.

Next earnings release

No upcoming release on the calendar.

What usually happens

  • Over the last 12 releases the stock moved a median of 3.3% the next day, up or down.
  • Next-day moves: up 7, down 5 (out of 12).
  • Of the 5 releases that beat estimates, the stock fell the next day after 2.

Release history

DateWhen EPS est.EPS actualSurprise Gap 1 day5 days
Oct 21, 2026Before the open6.406.68+4.3% -3.3% +1.0% n/a
Jul 23, 2026Before the open5.776.03+4.5% +9.0% +8.7% +9.5%
Apr 23, 2026Before the open5.295.44+2.8% -8.0% -9.2% -9.3%
Jan 29, 2026Before the open6.516.57+0.9% -3.7% -2.6% -7.0%
Oct 22, 2025Before the open5.555.79+4.4% -0.4% +1.7% -0.1%
Jul 23, 2025Before the openn/an/an/a+10.7% +9.1% +12.8%
Apr 23, 2025Before the openn/an/an/a+5.0% -0.7% -1.7%
Jan 30, 2025Before the openn/an/an/a+3.9% +6.8% +2.5%
Oct 23, 2024Before the openn/an/an/a-2.0% -1.7% -6.6%
Jul 24, 2024Before the openn/an/an/a+0.1% +4.1% +11.4%
Apr 24, 2024Before the openn/an/an/a+0.6% +0.5% -1.0%
Jan 31, 2024Before the openn/an/an/a-0.7% -5.0% -1.2%

Release dates from SEC 8-K filings.

Updated 10/24/2026

Historical statistics for educational purposes only. They are not forecasts and not investment advice.

Price reaction to the news

Latest news on TMO and what the price did next.

Return of the stock minus return of SPY over the same days. A news item close to a price move did not necessarily cause it. Historical data for educational purposes only, not investment advice.

Latest News

Recent headlines for TMO.

  • 3d agoPOSITIVE
    Thermo Fisher, terzo trimestre sopra le attese con utile in crescita a doppia cifra

    Thermo Fisher Scientific, a US-based life sciences and research services company, reported a strong third quarter of 2026, exceeding expectations with double-digit profit growth. While specific revenue figures and profit margins are pending full disclosure, the company's performance indicates robust demand for its products and services. This positive earnings trend suggests effective operational management and successful market penetration, potentially leading to increased investor confidence and upward price adjustments for the stock.

  • 5d agoPOSITIVE
    Due titoli pronti a beneficiare della rotazione fuori dall'IA

    As investors rotate out of artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, two healthcare equipment providers, Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO) and Waters (WAT), are identified as prime beneficiaries. Josh Brown highlights these companies, noting that their improving business activities are attracting buyers while tech stocks face pressure. The opportunity lies in exposure to diverse earnings drivers, despite both stocks having already seen significant rebounds. Waters, in particular, offers exposure to laboratory equipment, consumables, and diagnostic tools, with a recent integration of BD's Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions businesses further expanding its reach. This strategic positioning suggests potential for continued growth as market focus shifts.

  • 5/25/2026POSITIVE
    If You Invested $1000 In Thermo Fisher Scientific Stock 20 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

    An investment of $1000 in Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO) stock 20 years ago would have yielded a substantial return, illustrating the company's long-term growth trajectory. While the exact final value is not provided in this snippet, historical performance data suggests significant capital appreciation. This underscores Thermo Fisher's consistent operational success and market leadership in the life sciences and diagnostics sectors. Investors considering TMO should note its history of innovation and strategic acquisitions, which have contributed to its robust financial performance and shareholder value creation over the past two decades.

  • 3/12/2026POSITIVE
    Here's How Much $100 Invested In Thermo Fisher Scientific 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

    An investment of $100 in Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO) 15 years ago would have grown to approximately $1,040 today, representing a substantial 940% return. This performance significantly outpaced the broader market during the same period. The company's consistent growth trajectory, driven by its diversified portfolio in life sciences, diagnostics, and laboratory products, has been a key factor in its stock's appreciation. Investors who held TMO stock have benefited from its strong operational execution and strategic acquisitions, underscoring its resilience and long-term value creation potential.

  • 3/2/2026NEUTRAL
    Here's How Much $100 Invested In Thermo Fisher Scientific 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

    A retrospective analysis highlights the remarkable performance of Thermo Fisher Scientific, revealing how a $100 investment made two decades ago would have generated substantial returns for today's investors. While this study doesn't provide direct future guidance, it underscores the company's ability to create long-term value, driven by its leadership in life sciences, diagnostics, and research. Consistent growth and innovation have allowed Thermo Fisher to solidify its market position, transforming a modest initial capital into a significantly larger sum. For investors, this serves as a reminder of the importance of patience and selecting companies with strong fundamentals and a lasting competitive advantage.