Bull case
BMY would need investors to value it at roughly 16x earnings — about 7x more generous than today's 9x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Three scenarios for where BMY stock could go
BMY would need investors to value it at roughly 16x earnings — about 7x more generous than today's 9x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
At 12x on FY1 earnings, the base case reflects a reasonable but not stretched valuation. It prices in continued growth without assuming an exceptional setup.
If investor confidence fades or macro conditions deteriorate, a 1x multiple contraction could push BMY down roughly 11% from where it trades now.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.

Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and markets innovative medicines for serious diseases. It generates revenue primarily from blockbuster drugs like Eliquis (~40% of sales), Opdivo (~25%), and Revlimid (~15%), with the remainder coming from its broader portfolio of oncology, cardiovascular, and immunology treatments. The company's competitive advantage lies in its deep expertise in oncology and immunology research, complemented by strategic acquisitions that have expanded its pipeline and commercial portfolio.
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | $1.46/$1.09 | +33.9% | $12.3B/$11.4B | +7.2% |
| Q4 2025 | $1.63/$1.52 | +7.2% | $12.2B/$11.9B | +3.1% |
| Q1 2026 | $1.26/$1.23 | +2.4% | $12.5B/$12.3B | +1.8% |
| Q2 2026 | $1.58/$1.42 | +11.3% | $11.5B/$10.9B | +5.1% |
BMY beat EPS estimates in 4 of 4 tracked quarters. A perfect track record raises the bar for the upcoming report.
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
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Latest annual revenue by reported region
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Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Fair value est. $101 — implies +87.9% from today's price.
| Metric | BMY | S&P 500 | Healthcare | 5Y Avg BMY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 8.5x | 18.8x-55% | 18.3x-53% | — |
| Trailing PE | 15.7x | 24.4x-36% | 22.1x-29% | 18.3x-15% |
| PEG Ratio | — | 1.66x | 1.59x | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 8.9x | 15.2x-42% | 14.2x-37% | 8.5x |
| Price/FCF | 8.6x | 20.7x-59% | 18.5x-54% | 9.5x |
| Price/Sales | 2.3x | 3.1x-26% | 2.6x-13% | 2.7x-15% |
| Dividend Yield | 4.58% | 1.91% | 1.50% | 3.88% |
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolBMY generates $11.9B in free cash flow at a 24.6% margin — 16.9% ROIC signals a durable competitive advantage · returns 4.6% of market cap to shareholders annually.
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
~3.1 years to full repayment at current FCF run-rate
How capital is returned to owners
All figures from the trailing twelve months. ROIC uses invested capital (equity + net debt).
Open full ratios pageKey factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated June 17, 2026
Bristol-Myers Squibb faces a major patent cliff for its top drugs, Eliquis and Opdivo, starting around 2026, threatening future revenue streams.
The company's future growth hinges entirely on the success of its new product portfolio, including Reblozyl, Camzyos, and recently acquired assets.
Investors must weigh Bristol-Myers Squibb's financial health, debt structure, and dividend sustainability against competitive and macroeconomic headwinds.
A bear case DCF valuation suggests a potential downside to $62, indicating significant valuation risk at current price levels.
The company disclosed 23 risk factors in its recent earnings report, which may include regulatory and compliance challenges.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated June 17, 2026
The stock appears modestly undervalued, trading at about a 20% discount to fair value following its recent earnings release.
The bullish thesis highlights reliance on its pipeline, particularly Cobenfy, to offset revenue losses from expiring blockbusters.
Top institutional holder Vanguard owns 9.73% of the company, indicating strong institutional confidence.
Bristol Myers Squibb is navigating one of the largest patent cliff transitions in industry history, with potential for pipeline-driven recovery.
Analysts like Magnus Ofstad have published bullish theses on the company, emphasizing its pipeline and long-term potential.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BMY BMY Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | $110.3B | 8.5x | +1.0% | 15.0% | Hold | +15.9% |
PFE PFE Pfizer Inc. | $143.5B | 8.5x | 0.0% | 11.8% | Hold | +6.1% |
MRK MRK Merck & Co., Inc. | $281.2B | 22.2x | +4.2% | 28.1% | Buy | +15.6% |
ABB ABBV AbbVie Inc. | $383.2B | 15.2x | +8.7% | 6.9% | Buy | +18.6% |
LLY LLY Eli Lilly and Company | $1.04T | 30.0x | +15.1% | 35.0% | Buy | +15.8% |
JNJ JNJ Johnson & Johnson | $550.4B | 19.7x | +7.0% | 27.3% | Buy | +10.1% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
BMY returns 4.6% total yield, led by a 4.58% dividend.
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1.89 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | $2.48 | +3.3% | 0.0% | 4.6% |
| 2024 | $2.40 | +5.3% | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| 2023 | $2.28 | +5.6% | 4.8% | 9.3% |
| 2022 | $2.16 | +46.9% | 5.2% | 8.2% |
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) is rated Hold by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 41 analysts covering the stock, 19 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 20 rate it Hold, and 2 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $63, implying +15.9% from the current price of $54. The bear case scenario is $48 and the bull case is $101.
The Wall Street consensus price target for BMY is $63 based on 41 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $75 (+38.9% from today), and the low-end target is $40 (-25.9%). The base case model target is $76.
BMY trades at 8.5x times forward earnings. The stock currently trades at a discount to the broader market. Based on current multiples versus the peer group, the relative model signals cheap versus peers. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
The primary risks for BMY in 2026 are: (1) Patent cliff — Bristol-Myers Squibb faces a major patent cliff for its top drugs, Eliquis and Opdivo, starting around 2026, threatening future revenue streams. (2) Pipeline dependency — The company's future growth hinges entirely on the success of its new product portfolio, including Reblozyl, Camzyos, and recently acquired assets. (3) Financial health — Investors must weigh Bristol-Myers Squibb's financial health, debt structure, and dividend sustainability against competitive and macroeconomic headwinds. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
Analyst consensus estimates BMY will report consensus revenue of $49.0B (+1.0% year-over-year) and EPS of $4.84 (+36.1% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $49.4B in revenue.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company is expected to report its next earnings on approximately 2026-07-30. Consensus expects EPS of $1.61 and revenue of $11.7B. Over recent quarters, BMY has beaten EPS estimates 92% of the time.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) generated $11.9B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 24.6%. BMY returns capital to shareholders through dividends (4.6% yield) and share repurchases ($0 TTM).