BMY Hits $540M in Volume at 215th Rank as Stock Rises 0.99% Amid Downgrade to Neutral

On August 5, 2025, Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) saw a trading volume of $540 million, ranking 215th in the market, with the stock rising 0.99%.

Daiwa Securities analyst Narumi Nakagiri downgraded BMY from Outperform to Neutral, setting a $42 price target. The move reflects a reassessment of the stock’s market potential amid evolving dynamics in the pharmaceutical sector. The company’s financials show a mixed outlook, with a 2.7% one-year revenue growth and a 8% five-year growth rate. However, its operating margin of 20.86% and net margin of 10.58% highlight moderate profitability. A debt-to-equity ratio of 2.92 underscores reliance on debt financing, while the Altman Z-Score of 1.83 signals moderate financial stress.

BMY’s business performance is anchored in its immuno-oncology portfolio, with a gross margin of 70.29% and EBITDA margin of 31.59%. Despite its strong position in high-demand therapeutic areas, the company’s 70% U.S. sales dependency poses risks if domestic market conditions shift. Analyst sentiment remains mixed, with a $52.44 price target suggesting limited upside. Recent insider activity, including one sale and no purchases, adds to cautious market sentiment.

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