McKesson (MCK.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for McKesson (MCK.US) – stock price at 842.34 $, August 2026
McKesson stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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McKesson Price Target 2026: Analysts See 12% Upside

The average price target for McKesson is $947.13. 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 12,44% 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 McKesson overvalued or undervalued?

McKesson is currently undervalued with a gap of 12.4% relative to the price target.


The current price is $842.34, which places McKesson in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $852.42, and overvalued when the price exceeds $1,041.84.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For McKesson, the fair value range lies between $852.42 and $1,041.84.


See the full price target analysis for McKesson →

Analyst Ratings for McKesson stock in 2026: Buy

17 analysts cover McKesson. The majority is positive, with 76.4% recommending Buy, while 17.6% recommend Hold. The average price target is $947.13, which gives an upside of 12.4% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.29/5)
Strong Buy
10 (58.8%)
Buy
3 (17.6%)
Hold
3 (17.6%)
Sell
1 (5.9%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.29 out of 5 based on 17 analysts

About McKesson – Medicinsalg

McKesson Corporation driver en stor forretning med sundhedsydelser i USA og internationalt. De tjener primært penge på at distribuere lægemidler og medicinsk udstyr. Deres U.S. Pharmaceutical-division sælger både mærkevarer, generisk medicin og specialpræparater. McKesson hjælper også apoteker og klinikker med teknologi og forretningsløsninger. For eksempel har de Prescription Technology Solutions (RxTS), som forbinder patienter, apoteker og forsikringsselskaber, så folk lettere får den medicin, de skal bruge. Virksomheden blev grundlagt i 1833 og har i dag over 78.000 ansatte. McKesson leverer services på tværs af hele sundhedssektoren. Read more about the company

Key Figures for McKesson

$ 101B Market cap
$ 403B Revenue
Medicinsalg Industry
21.55 P/E
0.24 P/S
5.04 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
Sundhed Sector

What kind of stock is McKesson?

Growth stock

McKesson is classified as a growth stock with quarterly earnings growth of 37.2% and strong long-term momentum of 0.0%.

Score Overview for McKesson

💰 Value Score 68/100 (High)
⭐ Quality Score 38/100 (Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 68/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 58/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in McKesson that investors should be aware of.

🚨 High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 1,000% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
⚠️ Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is 0.85 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.

📈 Valuation

McKesson trades at a P/E ratio of 21.6, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 19.3 (10% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 0.2 (low — potentially undervalued relative to revenue). The P/B ratio is 5.0. The PEG ratio is 1.67.

💵 Profitability & Growth

McKesson has a profit margin of 1.2% (moderate) and an operating margin of 2.2%. Return on assets (ROA) is 5.0%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 37.2% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 0.85 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 1,000.0% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 3.31%.

McKesson Dividend 2026: 0.4% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for McKesson in 2026

Dividend yield
0.38%
Dividend per share
0.94 USD
Payout ratio
11.0%
Low
Dividend growth (5 years)
+264.3%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
2.68 USD

When does McKesson pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
September 1, 2026
Next dividend payment
October 1, 2026
Latest payment date
October 1, 2026

How much does McKesson pay in dividends?

McKesson pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.94 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 0.38%. Over the last 5 years, the annual dividend has grown by 264.3%, which shows positive dividend growth.

The payout ratio is 11.0%, which is low. This suggests the company prioritizes reinvesting in growth over dividend payments. There is good room to raise the dividend in the future.

Historical Dividend Payments for McKesson

We have registered dividend payments for McKesson since 2020-08-31. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 25 times, most recently on 2026-09-01. 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.

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Insider Trading in McKesson 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at McKesson have made 20 transactions – split into 3 purchases and 17 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 32,346,946 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Wilson-Thompson Kathleen, Martinez Maria, Caruso Dominic J and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is mostly negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold more than they have bought over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 3 purchases and 17 sales. A net 32,346,946 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 3 purchases and 17 sales. A net 32,346,946 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Wilson-Thompson Kathleen bought 277 shares at 814 $ each on 2026-07-22. The stock has since risen 7.8%.

Latest sale: TYLER BRIAN S. sold 8,463 shares at 794 $ each on 2026-07-07.

Who is buying: Wilson-Thompson Kathleen, Martinez Maria, Caruso Dominic J.

Who is selling: TYLER BRIAN S., Rutledge Napoleon B JR, Rodgers Thomas L, Smith LeAnn B, Lau Michele and others.

Latest Insider Trades in McKesson (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in McKesson. 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 ($) Total amount ($)
2026-07-22 Wilson-Thompson Kathleen Buy 277 814 225,489
2026-07-22 Martinez Maria Buy 277 814 225,489
2026-07-22 Caruso Dominic J Buy 277 814 225,489
2026-07-07 TYLER BRIAN S. Sell 8,463 794 6,715,898
2026-06-17 TYLER BRIAN S. Sell 8,463 775 6,559,925
2026-06-09 TYLER BRIAN S. Sell 4,929 763 3,760,827
2026-06-05 Rutledge Napoleon B JR Sell 133 764 101,612
2026-06-02 Rodgers Thomas L Sell 699 735 513,954
2026-06-01 Smith LeAnn B Sell 1,810 736 1,331,255
2026-06-01 Rodgers Thomas L Sell 123 736 90,467

Who is buying and selling McKesson shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in McKesson: Wilson-Thompson Kathleen, Martinez Maria, Caruso Dominic J. In total, 676,467 $ was bought across 3 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: TYLER BRIAN S., Rutledge Napoleon B JR, Rodgers Thomas L, Smith LeAnn B, Lau Michele and others. In total, 33,023,414 $ was sold across 17 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.

McKesson Short Selling 2026: 3.3% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 3.3% of the free float
Short % of free float
3.3%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Short Interest Scale
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3.3%

When Does McKesson Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for McKesson is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of McKesson 2026 – Signal: Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Buy

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

Technical analysis of McKesson (MCK.US) – RSI 62, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
McKesson technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of McKesson Corporation

McKesson Corporation is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $877.23 is 4.9% above the 20-day average ($835.89). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 10.4% above the 50-day average ($794.94). Long term, the stock is 5.0% above the 200-day average ($835.64), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (794.94) is below the 200-day average (835.64), which is a classic bearish signal for McKesson Corporation.

Is McKesson Corporation overbought or oversold?

McKesson Corporation has an RSI of 61.8. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for McKesson Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (18.369), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (18.603) by 0.234, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-0.893), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-7.320) by 6.427, which suggests the negative long-term momentum is fading – a bigger trend reversal could be ahead.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The short-term trend is bullish, but the long-term trend is still bearish. Weekly momentum is rising, though, which could signal an upcoming trend reversal.

Risk Profile for McKesson Corporation

McKesson Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 31.3%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for McKesson Corporation

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

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (18.369). Weekly bearish (-0.893).

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

RSI: 61.8 – neutral.

Technical signal: Buy

The broader trend is positive and MACD supports the picture. Consider buying with a stop-loss below the nearest support level.

Frequently Asked Questions About McKesson stock in 2026

Should you buy McKesson stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for McKesson is currently BUY. McKesson trades at $842.34 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 18.369 with falling momentum (signal: 18.603); RSI is at 61.8 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $947.13 points to 12.4% 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 McKesson stock?
The average analyst price target for McKesson is $947.13. The current price is $842.34, which gives an upside of 12.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $852.42 and $1,041.84.
Is McKesson a dividend stock?
Yes, McKesson is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.38%. The latest dividend was $0.94 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 9/1/2026. The payout ratio is 11.0%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 10/1/2026.
When does McKesson pay a dividend in 2026?
McKesson pays its next dividend on 10/1/2026. The latest dividend was $0.94 per share with an ex-dividend date of 9/1/2026. The dividend yield is 0.38%. The payout ratio of 11.0% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of McKesson stock?
McKesson is rated as a stock with moderately low risk. the annual standard deviation is 31.3%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk.
Is McKesson overvalued?
No, McKesson is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (12.4% upside). McKesson has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 21.6 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 0.2, a P/B ratio of 5.0. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 12.4%.
Is McKesson overbought?
No, McKesson is not overbought. RSI is at 61.8 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 61.8 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 0.8% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next McKesson earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for McKesson has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is McKesson shorted?
Yes, McKesson is shorted with 3.3% 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 McKesson stock?
No, insiders are not buying McKesson shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 3 purchases and 17 sales. On a net basis, 32,346,946 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 3 purchases and 17 sales, with a net 32,346,946 $ sold. Active sellers include TYLER BRIAN S., Rutledge Napoleon B JR, Rodgers Thomas L 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 McKesson a good stock?
Based on our total score, McKesson is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 58 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 68/100, Quality: 38/100, Momentum: 68/100. In addition: analysts see 12.4% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.38%; technical signal: Buy. Whether McKesson 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 McKesson stock?
The outlook for McKesson based on current data: the average analyst price target is $947.13 (+12.4%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 21.6 (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 McKesson stock moving?
McKesson is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can McKesson go?
The average analyst price target for McKesson is $947.13, which corresponds to a potential gain of 12.4% from the current price of $842.34. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can McKesson fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for McKesson. 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 McKesson do?
McKesson Corporation driver en stor forretning med sundhedsydelser i USA og internationalt. De tjener primært penge på at distribuere lægemidler og medicinsk udstyr. Deres U.S. Pharmaceutical-division sælger både mærkevarer, generisk medicin og specialpræparater. McKesson hjæ... The company belongs to the Sundhed sector, more specifically the Medicinsalg industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate McKesson as an investment.
Did McKesson raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from McKesson. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is McKesson making money or losing money?
Yes, McKesson is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 1.2% — which is modest. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 2.2%. At a P/E ratio of 21.6, you currently pay 21.6 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 McKesson go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of McKesson is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 0.85 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 1,000% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does McKesson have a lot of debt?
Yes, McKesson has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 1,000%. 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.