Abbott Q4 sales misses analyst expectations, hurt by diagnostics unit's challenges

Reuters
2026.01.22 12:40
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Abbott's Q4 sales rose 4.4% but fell short of analyst expectations, with adjusted EPS meeting forecasts at $1.50. The diagnostics unit faced challenges, leading to a 2.5% sales decline. The company announced plans to acquire Exact Sciences, expected to close in Q2 2026, and projects 2026 organic sales growth of 6.5% to 7.5%. The average analyst rating remains "buy," with a 12-month price target of $145.00, reflecting a 20.1% upside from its recent trading price of $120.73.