BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) Factsheet
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BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-11-02. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 10.3%. FCF margin 15.8%. D/E 0.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 10.3% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 15.8% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 0.5x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 10.3% — Top 25% of sector peers. FCF margin 15.8% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP earns 10.3% ROIC, Top 25% in Healthcare
ROIC TTM 10.3%, sector median -6.9%, Top 25%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 17.8% × asset turnover 0.5x. Gross margin 69.1%. Operating margin 18.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
| Metric | BSX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 10.3% | Adequate | Above sector median of -6.9% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 14.1% | Adequate | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 69.1% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 18.7% | Good | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP generates $3.3B FCF at 15.8% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $3.3B. FCF margin 15.8%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 1.2x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
| Metric | BSX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 15.8% | Good | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.3B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.2x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP at 0.5x leverage, 10.5x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.5x. Total debt $12.0B, cash & investments $609.0M. Interest coverage 10.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
| Metric | BSX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.5x | Good | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-11.3B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 10.5x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP trades at 18.3x earnings
P/E 18.3x. EV/Sales 3.6x. FCF yield 5.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
| Metric | BSX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 18.3x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 3.6x | Good | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 5.2% | Good | Attractive cash return |
Capital Allocation: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP returns 0.0% shareholder yield, reducing shares 2.2% YoY
Total shareholder yield 0.0%. Share count -2.2% YoY. Capital returned $0 TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
| Metric | BSX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.0% | Warning | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -2.2% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $0 | Adequate | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 10.3% | Top 25% | - |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 15.8% | Top 25% | 5.2x above |
| Gross Margin | 69.1% | Top 50% | 1.1x above |
| Operating Margin | 18.7% | Top 25% | - |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 14.1% | Top 50% | - |
| P/E Ratio | 18.3x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | BSX | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 10.3% | Adequate | Top 25% of sector (median: -6.9%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 15.8% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 3.0%) |
| Gross Margin | 69.1% | Excellent | Top 50% of sector (median: 63.8%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 46.6% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 18.3x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 5.2% | Good | Solid cash yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 10.3%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 9.1% with a improving trend. Sector median -6.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
Q: What is BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP's Free Cash Flow Margin?
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) has a free cash flow margin of 15.8%, generating $3.3 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
Q: What is BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) trades at a P/E ratio of 18.3x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 3.6x. FCF yield 5.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
Q: What is BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP's revenue and earnings growth?
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) grew revenue by 8.9% year-over-year. EPS +26.6% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
Q: How does BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP compare to competitors in Healthcare?
Compared to other companies in Healthcare, BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) shows: ROIC 10.3%, sector median -6.9% (Top 25%). FCF margin 15.8%, sector median 3.0% (Top 25%). Gross margin 69.1%, 5.3pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Healthcare companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP?
No quantitative warning flags fired for BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-02.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-11-02. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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