Labcorp Holdings Inc. (lh)
LH — Company Overview
Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) trades on NYQ as part of the Healthcare peer group (Diagnostics & Research).
| Ticker | LH |
| Sector | Healthcare |
| Industry | Diagnostics & Research |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $24.65B |
| Last price | $303.98 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
LH — Business Description
LH represents a Diagnostics & Research business in the Healthcare segment. Labcorp Holdings Inc. provides laboratory services. It operates in Diagnostics Laboratories and Biopharma Laboratory Services segments. The company offers various tests, such as blood chemistry analyses, urinalyses, blood cell counts, thyroid tests, PAP tests, hemoglobin A1C, PSA, tests for sexually transmitted diseases, vitamin D testing, microbiology cultures and procedures, and alcohol and other substance abuse tests. It also provides specialty testing services comprising gene-based and esoteric testing; advanced tests target specific diseases; services related to anatomic pathology/oncology, cardiovascular disease, coagulation, diagnostic genetics, endocrinology, infectious disease, women's health, pharmac…
Official website: https://www.labcorp.com.
LH — Investment Thesis
At a high level, LH offers exposure to Healthcare with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 5.8% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 25.87× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (15.32×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 0.9% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $24.65B.
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LH — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Labcorp Holdings Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 7.0% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $892.05M supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 25.87× |
| Forward P/E | 15.32× |
| Price / Sales | 1.72× |
| Price / Book | 2.86× |
| Gross margin | 28.9% |
| Operating margin | 12.2% |
| Profit margin | 7.0% |
| Return on equity | 11.7% |
| Debt / Equity | 79.12 |
| Free cash flow | $892.05M |
LH — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) depends on demand trends in Diagnostics & Research and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 5.8% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings growth of 28.2% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 11.1% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 24.3% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
LH — Competitive Position
Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Healthcare.
- Competes within Healthcare, specifically in Diagnostics & Research.
- Market capitalization of $24.65B places LH among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 28.9% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
LH — Strengths
Strengths for Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 5.8% year-over-year.
- Earnings growth of 28.2% year-over-year.
- Positive free cash flow ($892.05M).
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 79.12).
- Large Cap scale ($24.65B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
LH — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) based on available data:
Insufficient public data to assess this factor.
LH — Opportunities
- Trading 24.3% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
LH — Risks
- Standard market, regulatory, competitive, and execution risks apply to all public equities.
LH — Summary
Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) is a large-cap Healthcare company focused on Diagnostics & Research, listed on NYQ. Last price $303.98 with market cap $24.65B. Trailing P/E 25.87×. Revenue grew 5.8% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 5.8% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for Labcorp Holdings Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Labcorp Holdings Inc. FAQ
What does Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) do?
Labcorp Holdings Inc. provides laboratory services. It operates in Diagnostics Laboratories and Biopharma Laboratory Services segments. The company offers various tests, such as blood chemistry analyses, urinalyses, blood cell counts, thyroid tests, PAP tests, hemoglobin A1C, PS…
What is LH's P/E ratio?
Labcorp Holdings Inc. has a trailing P/E of 25.87× based on publicly available market data.
Does LH pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 0.9%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is LH in?
Labcorp Holdings Inc. is classified in Healthcare (Diagnostics & Research) on NYQ.
What is LH's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $24.65B.
What are the main risks for LH?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of LH?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 5.8% year-over-year, earnings growth of 28.2% year-over-year.
Where can I get analyst estimates for LH?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Labcorp Holdings Inc. are on the free /stocks/lh/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.