Becton Dickinson and Company (BDX)
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Why is BDX moving today?
-1.0%BDX is -1.0% today, inside the ordinary range for a session (under 3%). No stories about it reached the feed in the last 24 hours.
What this does not prove. A story on the same day is evidence of timing, not of cause: it explains a move only if it accounts for the size and the direction, and most single-stock moves carry a sector or index component too. Nothing here is a forecast.
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
Becton Dickinson and Company (BDX) overview
Becton Dickinson is a major maker of medical supplies and devices.
BDX is a member of the S&P 500. It sits in the Health Care sector. That sector covers pharmaceutical, biotech, device and managed-care companies.
Becton Dickinson and Company trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol BDX. The most recent market data puts the share price at about $191.75. That is down 1.04% on the session. At that price the company is worth roughly $52.23B.
Over the past 52 weeks, BDX has traded between $127.59 and $195.99. Shares change hands at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 44.6. The P/E ratio sets the share price against a year of earnings. A higher number means the market is paying more for each dollar the company earns. BDX also pays a dividend. It yields around 2.19% at the current price.
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Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
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Why investors watch BDX
BDX is one of the larger names in the Health Care sector, so investors follow it closely. It tends to move with the rest of the sector. This page sums up each BDX story as it breaks, and tags it bullish, bearish or neutral.
What moves BDX
- Earnings. BDX reports results four times a year. A surprise against the estimate tends to move the stock that day.
- Analyst calls. Upgrades, downgrades and new price targets change what the market expects from BDX.
- Sector news. Health Care stocks often move together, so a rival's news can move BDX too.
Market Mood
Latest BDX news
Becton Dickinson (BDX) Stock Sees 6% Rise After Earnings Beat
Becton, Dickinson and Company (NYSE: BDX) experienced a nearly 6% increase in stock price following a strong earnings report on May 7. The company raised its full-year earnings forecast, highlighting excellent execution across its medical supply and technology divisions. Jim Cramer noted this was the lowest valuation level he has seen for the stock, suggesting potential further upside. Despite near-term challenges from increased AI spending, BDX's positive earnings reflect strong operational performance and market positioning.
Read More: Becton Dickinson (BDX) Stock Sees 6% Rise After Earnings Beat
Becton Dickinson (BDX) Price Target Trimmed to $159 by Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler has reduced the price target for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) from $170 to $159 while maintaining a Neutral rating. This adjustment was made on April 17, 2026, to align with management's revenue growth guidance. Additionally, RBC Capital Markets lowered its price target for BDX to $175 from $195, citing stable fundamentals in the MedTech sector. Both firms note that current sentiment around BDX may create investment opportunities, but they expect the stock to remain range-bound due to a lack of clear catalysts.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Becton Dickinson and Company in the S&P 500?
Yes. Becton Dickinson and Company trades as BDX and is a member of the S&P 500. The index lists it in the Health Care sector.
What sector is BDX in?
BDX sits in the Health Care sector of the S&P 500.
Where can I find the latest BDX news?
Right here. This page collects recent BDX news and market analysis. Every story gets an AI summary and a bullish, bearish or neutral tag.
What is Becton Dickinson and Company's stock price?
BDX last traded at about $191.75. Prices move all through the session, so this is the latest quote rather than a live one.
What is Becton Dickinson and Company's market cap?
BDX is worth roughly $52.23B. Market cap is the share price times the number of shares outstanding.
What is BDX's P/E ratio?
BDX trades at a trailing P/E ratio of about 44.6. The ratio compares the share price with earnings per share over the past year.