Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 5% Upside + 2.1% Dividend

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Price history for Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.US) – stock price at 256.28 $, August 2026
Johnson & Johnson stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Johnson & Johnson Price Target 2026: Analysts See 6% Upside

The average price target for Johnson & Johnson is $271.73. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 6,03% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Johnson & Johnson overvalued or undervalued?

Johnson & Johnson is currently fairly valued with a gap of 6% relative to the price target.


The current price is $256.28, which places Johnson & Johnson in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $244.56, and overvalued when the price exceeds $298.90.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Johnson & Johnson, the fair value range lies between $244.56 and $298.90.


See the full price target analysis for Johnson & Johnson →

Analyst Ratings for Johnson & Johnson stock in 2026: Buy

24 analysts cover Johnson & Johnson. Analysts are mostly neutral — 54.2% recommend Hold. The average price target is $271.73, which gives an upside of 6% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.75/5)
Strong Buy
7 (29.2%)
Buy
4 (16.7%)
Hold
13 (54.2%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.75 out of 5 based on 24 analysts

About Johnson & Johnson – Drug Manufacturers - General

Johnson & Johnson driver en stor forretning inden for sundhed og medicin globalt. De tjener primært penge på at udvikle, producere og sælge lægemidler og forbrugerprodukter. Johnson & Johnson er kendt for en række husholdningsnavne. De sælger for eksempel hudpleje under mærker som Neutrogena og Aveeno, og mundpleje med Listerine. På medicinsiden laver de behandlinger mod autoimmune sygdomme og HIV. Virksomheden blev grundlagt i 1886 og sælger i dag deres produkter i næsten alle lande. De har desuden en stor portefølje af sygeplejeprodukter og medicinsk udstyr. Johnson & Johnson fokuserer på at dække både det almindelige marked og det mere specialiserede hospitalsmarked. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Johnson & Johnson

$ 614B Market cap
$ 97,9B Revenue
Drug Manufacturers - General Industry
29.51 P/E
6.27 P/S
7.27 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
jnj.com Website
Sundhed Sector

What kind of stock is Johnson & Johnson?

Dividend stock Quality stock Momentum stock

Johnson & Johnson is classified as a dividend stock and quality stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, including a dividend of 2.1%, strong financial health (Piotroski 8/9), and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for Johnson & Johnson

💰 Value Score 34/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 88/100 (Very High)
🚀 Momentum Score 81/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 67/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in Johnson & Johnson that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 152% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.

📈 Valuation

Johnson & Johnson trades at a P/E ratio of 29.5, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 22.0 (25% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 6.3 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 7.3. The PEG ratio is 4.23 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Johnson & Johnson has a profit margin of 21.5% (excellent) and an operating margin of 29.2%. Return on equity (ROE) is 25.7% — excellent return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 8.6%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -0.9% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 8 out of 9 — excellent financial health. Altman Z2 is 4.57 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 151.9% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 1.27% — low, the market does not expect a decline.

Johnson & Johnson Dividend 2026: 2.1% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Johnson & Johnson in 2026

Dividend yield
2.06%
Dividend per share
1.34 USD
Payout ratio
48.6%
Healthy
Dividend growth (5 years)
-34.7%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
4.07 USD

When does Johnson & Johnson pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
August 25, 2026
Next dividend payment
September 8, 2026
Latest payment date
September 8, 2026

How much does Johnson & Johnson pay in dividends?

Johnson & Johnson pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 1.34 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 2.06%. Over the last 5 years, the annual dividend has fallen by 34.7%.

The payout ratio is 48.6%, which is considered healthy and sustainable. The company balances rewarding shareholders with reinvesting in growth.

Historical Dividend Payments for Johnson & Johnson

We have registered dividend payments for Johnson & Johnson since 2020-02-24. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 25 times, most recently on 2026-08-25. This stock qualifies as a stable dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 5 years. That makes it attractive to investors looking for steady, regular dividend payments.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrencyPeriod
2026-08-252026-09-081.34USDUnknown period
2026-05-262026-06-091.34USDUnknown period
2026-02-242026-03-101.30USDUnknown period
2025-11-252025-12-091.30USDUnknown period
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2024-11-262024-12-101.24USDUnknown period
2024-08-272024-09-101.24USDUnknown period
2024-05-202024-06-041.24USDUnknown period
2024-02-162024-03-051.19USDUnknown period
2023-11-202023-12-051.19USDUnknown period
2023-08-252023-09-071.19USDUnknown period
2023-05-222023-06-061.19USDUnknown period
2023-02-172023-03-071.13USDUnknown period
2022-11-212022-12-061.13USDUnknown period
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2022-02-182022-03-081.06USDUnknown period
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2021-05-242021-06-081.06USDUnknown period
2021-02-222021-03-091.01USDUnknown period
2020-11-232020-12-081.01USDUnknown period
2020-08-242020-09-081.01USDUnknown period
2020-05-222020-06-091.01USDUnknown period
2020-02-242020-03-100.95USDUnknown period

Insider Trading in Johnson & Johnson 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Johnson & Johnson have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 41,292,065 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Broadhurst Vanessa, Wengel Kathryn E, REED JOHN C and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 2 sales. A net 5,207,884 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 41,292,065 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Broadhurst Vanessa sold 11,129 shares at 251 $ each on 2026-07-20.

Who is selling: Broadhurst Vanessa, Wengel Kathryn E, REED JOHN C, Decker Robert J, Timothy Schmid and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Johnson & Johnson (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Johnson & Johnson. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-07-20 Broadhurst Vanessa Sell 11,129 251 2,796,384
2026-06-11 Wengel Kathryn E Sell 10,000 241 2,411,500
2026-05-01 REED JOHN C Sell 25,255 230 5,804,862
2026-02-27 Decker Robert J Sell 4,075 248 1,010,070
2026-02-20 Timothy Schmid Sell 1,322 246 324,763
2026-02-20 Schmid Timothy Sell 1,322 246 324,763
2026-02-18 Timothy Schmid Sell 22,623 244 5,527,478
2026-02-18 Schmid Timothy Sell 13,625 245 3,331,721
2026-02-17 Wolk Joseph J Sell 19,241 243 4,669,406
2026-02-17 Vanessa Broadhurst Sell 6,197 243 1,508,288

Who is buying and selling Johnson & Johnson shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Broadhurst Vanessa, Wengel Kathryn E, REED JOHN C, Decker Robert J, Timothy Schmid and others. In total, 41,292,065 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Johnson & Johnson Short Selling 2026: 1.3% Sold Short

Low short interest: 1.3% of the free float
Short % of free float
1.3%
Assessment
Low short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a low share of short selling. Less than 2% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to limited bearish sentiment.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Short Interest Scale
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1.3%

When Does Johnson & Johnson Report Earnings – Next Date: 10/13/2026

The next earnings report from Johnson & Johnson is scheduled for October 13, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Johnson & Johnson 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.US) – RSI 54, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Johnson & Johnson technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $257.59 is 0.4% above the 20-day average ($256.64). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 4.4% above the 50-day average ($246.63). Long term, the stock is 14.1% above the 200-day average ($225.79), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (246.63) is above the 200-day average (225.79), which is a classic bullish signal for Johnson & Johnson.

Is Johnson & Johnson overbought or oversold?

Johnson & Johnson has an RSI of 53.7, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Johnson & Johnson

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (2.689), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (3.762) by 1.073, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (11.362), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (10.103) by 1.259, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bullish (MACD positive). However, momentum shows signs of weakening on a daily basis. Watch whether the trend holds.

Risk Profile for Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson has an annual standard deviation of 18.3%, which classifies the stock as low risk. Price swings are limited, and the stock suits conservative investors.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Johnson & Johnson

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (2.689). Weekly bullish (11.362).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly rising.

RSI: 53.7 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Johnson & Johnson stock in 2026

Should you buy Johnson & Johnson stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Johnson & Johnson is currently BUY. Johnson & Johnson trades at $256.28 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 2.689 with falling momentum (signal: 3.762); RSI is at 53.7 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $271.73 points to 6.0% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Johnson & Johnson stock?
The average analyst price target for Johnson & Johnson is $271.73. The current price is $256.28, which gives an upside of 6.0%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $244.56 and $298.90.
Is Johnson & Johnson a dividend stock?
Yes, Johnson & Johnson is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 2.06%. The latest dividend was $1.34 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 8/25/2026. The payout ratio is 48.6%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/8/2026.
When does Johnson & Johnson pay a dividend in 2026?
Johnson & Johnson pays its next dividend on 9/8/2026. The latest dividend was $1.34 per share with an ex-dividend date of 8/25/2026. The dividend yield is 2.06%. The payout ratio of 48.6% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Johnson & Johnson stock?
Johnson & Johnson is rated as a stock with low risk. the annual standard deviation is 18.3%, which classifies the stock as low risk.
Is Johnson & Johnson overvalued?
Johnson & Johnson is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Johnson & Johnson has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 29.5 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 6.3, a P/B ratio of 7.3. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Johnson & Johnson overbought?
No, Johnson & Johnson is not overbought. RSI is at 53.7 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 53.7 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.1% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Johnson & Johnson earnings report?
Johnson & Johnson reports its next earnings on October 13, 2026. The stock currently trades at $256.28. With a P/E ratio of 29.5, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Johnson & Johnson shorted?
Yes, Johnson & Johnson is shorted with 1.3% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Johnson & Johnson stock?
No, insiders are not buying Johnson & Johnson shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 2 sales. On a net basis, 5,207,884 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 41,292,065 $ sold. Active sellers include Broadhurst Vanessa, Wengel Kathryn E, REED JOHN C and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Johnson & Johnson a good stock?
Based on our total score, Johnson & Johnson is rated as a good stock with a total score of 68 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 32% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 34/100, Quality: 88/100, Momentum: 81/100. In addition: a dividend of 2.06%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Johnson & Johnson is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Johnson & Johnson stock?
The outlook for Johnson & Johnson based on current data: the average analyst price target is $271.73 (+6.0%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 10/13/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 29.5 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Johnson & Johnson stock moving?
Johnson & Johnson is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Johnson & Johnson go?
The average analyst price target for Johnson & Johnson is $271.73, which corresponds to a potential gain of 6.0% from the current price of $256.28. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Johnson & Johnson fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Johnson & Johnson. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Johnson & Johnson do?
Johnson & Johnson driver en stor forretning inden for sundhed og medicin globalt. De tjener primært penge på at udvikle, producere og sælge lægemidler og forbrugerprodukter. Johnson & Johnson er kendt for en række husholdningsnavne. De sælger for eksempel hudpleje under mærke... The company belongs to the Sundhed sector, more specifically the Drug Manufacturers - General industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Johnson & Johnson as an investment.
Did Johnson & Johnson raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Johnson & Johnson. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Johnson & Johnson making money or losing money?
Yes, Johnson & Johnson is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 21.5% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 29.2%. At a P/E ratio of 29.5, you currently pay 29.5 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Johnson & Johnson go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Johnson & Johnson is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 4.57 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 152% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Johnson & Johnson have a lot of debt?
Yes, Johnson & Johnson has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 152%. For the sundhed sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.