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Merit Medical Systems

Merit Medical Systems Inc is a medical equipment company that develops and manufactures products for interventional cardiology, radiology, and endoscopy procedures. The firm reports two segments which are Cardiovascular and Endoscopy. The majority of the revenue is earned from the Cardiovascular segment which consists of cardiology and radiology medical device products that assist in diagnosing and treating coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, and other non-vascular diseases and includes embolotherapeutic, cardiac rhythm management, electrophysiology, critical care, and interventional oncology and spine devices.

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Merit Medical Systems Inc

Throughout the last three months, 17 analysts have evaluated Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions 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 align="right">Bullish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Merit Medical Systems, revealing an average target of $114.12, a high estimate of $128.00, and a low estimate of $100.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 2.51% lower than the prior average price target of $117.06. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745618451_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Merit Medical Systems. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
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&#x7C;Jon Young &#x7C;Canaccord Genuity &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $108.00&#x7C;$127.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jayson Bedford &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $108.00&#x7C;$116.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Petusky &#x7C;Barrington Research &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $103.00&#x7C;$111.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Matson &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $100.00&#x7C;$116.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Rescott &#x7C;Baird &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$111.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jason Bednar &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $112.00&#x7C;$116.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Petusky &#x7C;Barrington Research &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $111.00&#x7C;$111.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Matson &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $116.00&#x7C;$116.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Robbie Marcus &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Petusky &#x7C;Barrington Research &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $111.00&#x7C;$115.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jon Young &#x7C;Canaccord Genuity &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $127.00&#x7C;$128.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Larry Biegelsen &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $117.00&#x7C;$120.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Matson &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $116.00&#x7C;$122.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jason Bednar &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $116.00&#x7C;$114.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Petusky &#x7C;Barrington Research &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $115.00&#x7C;$114.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jon Young &#x7C;Canaccord Genuity &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $128.00&#x7C;$127.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Matson &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $122.00&#x7C;$109.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Merit Medical Systems. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on 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 Merit Medical Systems compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Merit Medical Systems's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
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Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Merit Medical Systems's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Merit Medical Systems: A Closer Look</h2>
Merit Medical Systems Inc is a medical equipment company that develops and manufactures products for interventional cardiology, radiology, and endoscopy procedures. The firm reports two segments which are Cardiovascular and Endoscopy. The majority of the revenue is earned from the Cardiovascular segment which consists of cardiology and radiology medical device products that assist in diagnosing and treating coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, and other non-vascular diseases and includes embolotherapeutic, cardiac rhythm management, electrophysiology, critical care, and interventional oncology and spine devices.
<h3>Merit Medical Systems's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Merit Medical Systems displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 9.44%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Merit Medical Systems's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 7.87%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Merit Medical Systems's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.07%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.17%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.58, Merit Medical Systems adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Analyst Ratings

MMSI

The Analyst Verdict: Merit Medical Systems In The Eyes Of 17 Experts

Canaccord Genuity analyst Jon Young maintains Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $127 to $108.

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Canaccord Genuity Maintains Buy on Merit Medical Systems, Lowers Price Target to $108

Raymond James analyst Jayson Bedford maintains Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $116 to $108.

Raymond James Maintains Outperform on Merit Medical Systems, Lowers Price Target to $108

Barrington Research analyst Michael Petusky maintains Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $111 to $103.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Merit Medical Systems, Lowers Price Target to $103

Needham analyst Mike Matson maintains Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $116 to $100.

Needham Maintains Buy on Merit Medical Systems, Lowers Price Target to $100

Baird analyst David Rescott maintains Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $111 to $110.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Merit Medical Systems, Lowers Price Target to $110

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MMSI stock has given up its prior loss. Merit Medical Systems shares were trading lower after the company cut its FY25 adjusted EPS guidance.

Merit Medical Systems shares are trading lower after the company cut its FY25 adjusted EPS guidance.

Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) lowers FY2025 Adj EPS guidance from $3.58-$3.70 to $3.29-$3.42 vs $3.65 analyst estimate. Affirms FY2025 sales outlook from $1.47 billion-$1.49 billion to $1.47 billion-$1.49 billion vs $1.48 billion estimate.

Guidance

Merit Medical Systems Lowers FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance from $3.58-$3.70 to $3.29-$3.42 vs $3.65 Est; Affirms FY2025 Sales Guidance of $1.47B-$1.49B vs $1.48B Est

Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.86 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.75 by 14.67 percent. This is a 11.69 percent increase over earnings of $0.77 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $355.35 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $352.57 million by 0.79 percent. This is a 9.84 percent increase over sales of $323.51 million the same period last year.

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Earnings Beats

Merit Medical Systems Q1 Adj. EPS $0.86 Beats $0.75 Estimate, Sales $355.35M Beat $352.57M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 24, 2025

Piper Sandler analyst Jason Bednar maintains Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $116 to $112.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Merit Medical Systems, Lowers Price Target to $112

Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.48% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 10.32%. Currently, Merit Medical Systems has a market capitalization of $5.38 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MMSI: If an investor had bought $1000 of MMSI stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $7,043.75 today based on a price of $91.00 for MMSI at the time of writing.
<h3>Merit Medical Systems's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745337626_0_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Trading Ideas

$1000 Invested In This Stock 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Merit Medical Systems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g44675330/merit-medical-systems-to-announce-first-quarter-2025-results-on-april-24-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">scheduled to release</a> its first quarter 2025 adjusted EPS of 75 cents and sales of $352.82 million, as per <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data on Benzinga Pro</a>.
Merit develops, manufactures and distributes proprietary medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy.
Barrington Research writes that in 2024, about 41% of Merit Medical&#8217;s revenue of $1.36 billion was generated outside of the U.S., and about 11% of Merit Medical&#8217;s 2024 revenue <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43956487/merit-medical-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-and-issues-fiscal-year-2025-guidan" rel="noreferrer noopener">was generated in China</a>.
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Analyst Michael Petusky also highlights the company&#8217;s several manufacturing and packaging facilities outside of the U.S., including in Mexico, Brazil, Ireland, France, The Netherlands and Singapore — along with U.S.-based manufacturing and packaging in Utah, Texas, Virginia and Minnesota.
Petusky believes most of the products Merit makes in Mexico — its most important international facility — are protected by the USMCA trade agreement, which is still in effect. Thus, the company is shielded from recent U.S. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">tariffs on Mexican goods</a>.
The analyst maintains the outperform rating and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MMSI/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target of $111</a>.
But the growing trade tensions between the U.S. and China pose a serious risk to Merit&#8217;s $150 million revenue from China.
While it seems unlikely that tariffs over 100% will last long between the world&#8217;s two biggest economies, if they do, it would significantly affect Merit&#8217;s financial outlook for the rest of 2025 and beyond, including its long-term growth plans.
Merit Medical forecasts fiscal year 2025 revenue of $1.47 billion-$1.49 billion versus a consensus of $1.477 billion. The company estimates Adjusted EPS of $3.58-$3.70 versus the consensus of $3.74.
Continued Growth Initiatives covers the 2024-2026 timeframe, and key goals include 5%-7% annual organic revenue growth, $400 million in aggregate free cash flow, and a minimum of 200 bps points of adjusted operating margin improvement to at least 20% by the end of the long-range plan.
MMSI Price Action: Merit Medical Systems stock is up 0.16% at $91.69 at publication Friday.
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Analyst Color

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Previews

General

US-China Trade Tensions Pose Risk To Merit Medical's $150 Million Revenue From China

Barrington Research analyst Michael Petusky maintains Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $111 price target.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Merit Medical Systems, Maintains $111 Price Target

Needham analyst Mike Matson reiterates Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with a Buy and maintains $116 price target.

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Needham Reiterates Buy on Merit Medical Systems, Maintains $116 Price Target

Merit Medical Systems's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NYSE">MMSI</a>) short percent of float has risen 7.66% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.24 million shares sold short, which is 8.01% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.63 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?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">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>Merit Medical Systems Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Merit Medical Systems 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 Merit Medical Systems'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://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Merit Medical Systems's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.78%, 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?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Short Ideas

How Do Investors Really Feel About Merit Medical Systems?

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>JP Morgan analyst Robbie Marcus initiated coverage on Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>) with an Overweight rating and announced a price target of $120. Merit Medical shares closed at $103.27 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MMSI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Pre-Market Outlook

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This Merit Medical Systems Analyst Begins Coverage On A Bullish Note; Here Are Top 5 Initiations For Friday

In the last three months, 12 analysts have published ratings on Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMSI#NASDAQ">MMSI</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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Analysts have recently evaluated Merit Medical Systems and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $117.08, accompanied by a high estimate of $128.00 and a low estimate of $109.00. This current average reflects an increase of 1.17% from the previous average price target of $115.73. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743163293_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Merit Medical Systems is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Robbie Marcus</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Petusky</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Young</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Larry Biegelsen</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Matson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Bednar</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Petusky</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Young</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Matson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Bednar</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Matson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jayson Bedford</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$105.00</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 Merit Medical Systems. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Merit Medical Systems compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Merit Medical Systems's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Merit Medical Systems's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Merit Medical Systems's Background</h2>
Merit Medical Systems Inc is a medical equipment company that develops and manufactures products for interventional cardiology, radiology, and endoscopy procedures. The firm reports two segments which are Cardiovascular and Endoscopy. The majority of the revenue is earned from the Cardiovascular segment which consists of cardiology and radiology medical device products that assist in diagnosing and treating coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, and other non-vascular diseases and includes embolotherapeutic, cardiac rhythm management, electrophysiology, critical care, and interventional oncology and spine devices.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Merit Medical Systems's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Merit Medical Systems showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 9.44% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 7.87%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Merit Medical Systems's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.07%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.17%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.58.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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