Medical Distribution Industry Overview
The Medical Distribution industry, part of the Healthcare sector, includes 13 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $200.91B. The industry is led by McKesson Corporation (MCK), Cencora, Inc. (COR), Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH).
Among the 13 listed Medical Distribution companies, market capitalizations range from $90.68B (McKesson Corporation) down to $1.37B (Akso Health Group), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $15.45B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
Medical Distribution Industry Valuation
The Medical Distribution industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 23.3. This moderate valuation reflects reasonable investor expectations for the sector's earnings growth. Note that some companies in the industry report no P/E ratio, typically because they are currently unprofitable or in early growth stages.
Medical Distribution Dividend Profile
3 out of 13 Medical Distribution companies (23%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying Medical Distribution stocks is 0.78%. Most Medical Distribution companies reinvest earnings into growth rather than paying dividends, which is typical for earlier-stage or high-growth industries.
Largest Medical Distribution Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKesson Corporation | MCK | $90.68B | 19.6 |
| Cencora, Inc. | COR | $52.68B | 20.8 |
| Cardinal Health, Inc. | CAH | $46.93B | 30.6 |
| Henry Schein, Inc. | HSIC | $8.42B | 22.3 |
| Akso Health Group | AHG | $1.37B | N/A |
The table above shows the top 5 Medical Distribution companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest Medical Distribution company? The largest Medical Distribution company by market capitalization is McKesson Corporation (MCK), valued at $90.68B. Use the full listing below to explore all Medical Distribution companies and compare their financials.
How many Medical Distribution stocks are there? There are 13 publicly traded Medical Distribution companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from McKesson Corporation (MCK) to Akso Health Group (AHG) by market capitalization. This directory spans 1 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many Medical Distribution stocks pay dividends? 3 of the 13 Medical Distribution companies (23%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 0.78%. Dividend policies vary significantly across Medical Distribution companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for Medical Distribution stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the Medical Distribution industry is 23.3x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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StockVS provides detailed fundamental data, historical price charts, and side-by-side comparisons for all 13 Medical Distribution companies. Browse individual stock pages for in-depth analysis, or use our comparison tool to evaluate two Medical Distribution stocks head to head. All data is updated regularly to reflect the latest available financials.