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Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)

NYSE Healthcare Medical - Diagnostics & Research
$246.67 ▲ +3.69%
Market Cap
$27.23B
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical - Diagnostics & Research
Beta
0.55
52-Wk Range
171.18-248.65
CEO
James E. Davis
Country
US
Currency
USD

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated operates in the Medical - Diagnostics & Research industry of the Healthcare sector, headquartered in Secaucus, NJ, US. The stock last traded at $246.67, up 3.69% on the session, giving a market capitalisation of $27.23B. On trailing twelve-month figures it carries a trailing P/E of 25.86, a net margin of 9.2%. Its beta of 0.55 implies it has historically moved less than the broad market.

Valuation & profitability (TTM)
P/E
25.86
Price / Sales
2.36
Price / Book
3.61
EV / EBITDA
16.43
Gross margin
33.1%
Operating margin
14.1%
Net margin
9.2%
Return on equity
Debt / equity
0.85
Current ratio
1.59
Dividend yield
1.3%
Payout ratio
34.2%
Company profile
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Employees
51,500
IPO date
1996-12-17
Headquarters
Secaucus, NJ, US
About Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, founded in 1967 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, is a premier provider of diagnostic testing, information, and related services, serving clients both domestically and internationally. Its core business involves the development and provision of diverse diagnostic information services, such as routine, advanced clinical, and anatomic pathology testing. While primarily operating under the Quest Diagnostics brand, it also leverages specialized identities like AmeriPath, Dermpath Diagnostics, ExamOne, and Quanum to reach a broad spectrum of clients. Its extensive client base includes patients, clinicians, hospitals, integrated delivery networks, health plans, employers, and other direct healthcare entities. Delivery of these services is facilitated through a robust network comprising laboratories, patient service centers, in-office phlebotomists, call centers, and mobile health professionals including paramedics and nurses. Additionally, the company provides risk assessment services for the life insurance industry and offers comprehensive information technology solutions to healthcare organizations and clinicians.

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