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LH:NYSELabcorp Holdings Inc. Analysis

Data as of 2026-03-10 - not real-time

$268.70

Latest Price

6/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

Labcorp’s price sits below its 20‑day SMA (281) and 50‑day SMA (271), with the RSI at 41 indicating neutral momentum, while a bearish MACD histogram and declining volume suggest short‑term pressure. The 30‑day volatility of roughly 26% and a beta under 1 point to moderate price swings, and the Fear & Greed Index’s “Extreme Greed” label reflects strong market appetite despite these technical headwinds.
Fundamentally, revenue grew 5.6% YoY to $3.52 B in Q4, margins remain modest (gross 28.8%, operating 10.5%), and the company announced a $0.72 quarterly dividend (annual 1.05% yield). However, a high debt‑to‑equity ratio of 75.6% and a DCF fair value of $134 versus the current $269 price flag a significant valuation gap, even though forward earnings imply a lower PE of 13.9. Recent guidance of $14.7 B for FY2026 aligns with analyst expectations, supporting a medium‑term upside of about 14%.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Bearish MACD histogram and decreasing volume
  • Price trading below 20‑day SMA
  • Elevated short‑term volatility

Medium Term

1–3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 7/10

Key Factors

  • Revenue growth of 5.6% YoY and FY2026 guidance near consensus
  • Forward PE of 13.9 suggesting earnings upside
  • Sustainable dividend with a 27% payout ratio

Long Term

> 3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • DCF valuation indicates price is roughly double intrinsic value
  • High debt‑to‑equity ratio increasing financial risk
  • Stable cash flow and defensive healthcare‑diagnostics exposure

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth5.60%
Profit Margin6.28%
P/E Ratio25.7
ROE10.51%
ROA5.12%
Debt/Equity75.56
P/B Ratio2.6
Op. Cash Flow$1.6B
Free Cash Flow$966.6M
Industry P/E25.2

Technical Analysis

TrendBullish
RSI41.3
Support$260.57
Resistance$292.02
MA 20$281.29
MA 50$270.83
MA 200$266.58
MACDBearish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index76.91

Valuation

Fair Value$133.83
Target Price$307.71
Upside/Downside14.52%
GradeOvervalued
TypeBlend
Dividend Yield1.05%

Risk Assessment

Beta0.61
Volatility25.81%
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.