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BMY:NYSEBristol-Myers Squibb Company Analysis

Data as of 2026-05-20 - not real-time

$58.31

Latest Price

5/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) is trading at $58.31, modestly above its 20‑day SMA (57.51) but just below the 50‑day SMA (58.43), indicating a neutral short‑term trend. The RSI sits at 53.6 and the MACD histogram is positive, offering a slight bullish tilt despite recent price weakness toward the $55.4 support level. Fundamentals remain solid: a PE of 16.3 is well below the industry average of 27.2, ROE is an impressive 38.7%, and the dividend yield of 4.32% positions BMY as a high‑yield defensive play, reflected in its recent ranking as a top defensive stock. Recent earnings beat and a new "Won't Lose" media campaign ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 add positive narrative, while the company carries a high debt‑to‑equity ratio (~231%) and a DCF‑derived fair value of $52.25, suggesting the current price carries a modest premium.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Price near technical support with decreasing volume
  • Strong dividend yield and payout sustainability
  • Positive MACD histogram despite neutral trend

Medium Term

1–3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 7/10

Key Factors

  • Analyst median target of $65 indicating upside potential
  • Undervalued PE relative to industry peers
  • Robust cash flow supporting dividend and R&D pipeline

Long Term

> 3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 8/10

Key Factors

  • High ROE and consistent earnings growth
  • Defensive positioning with low beta and high dividend yield
  • Pipeline momentum highlighted by new campaign and recent earnings beat

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth2.60%
Profit Margin15.01%
P/E Ratio16.3
ROE38.73%
ROA10.69%
Debt/Equity230.97
P/B Ratio5.9
Op. Cash Flow$13.3B
Free Cash Flow$9.9B
Industry P/E27.2

Technical Analysis

TrendNeutral
RSI53.6
Support$55.41
Resistance$60.78
MA 20$57.51
MA 50$58.43
MA 200$52.59
MACDBullish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index89.18

Valuation

Fair Value$52.25
Target Price$62.96
Upside/Downside7.97%
GradeFair
TypeBlend
Dividend Yield4.32%

Risk Assessment

Beta0.39
Volatility26.14%
Sector RiskMedium
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskLow
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskMedium

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.