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Apr 24, 2020

Medtronic Q4 2020 Earnings Report

Medtronic's Q4 2020 financial results were reported, showing a decrease in revenue and EPS due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The company announced a dividend increase, reflecting its strong financial position.

Key Takeaways

Medtronic reported a 26% decrease in Q4 revenue to $6.0 billion, with GAAP EPS at $0.48 and non-GAAP EPS at $0.58. The results were in line with previous updates, reflecting the impact of deferred procedures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the challenges, the company increased its dividend, showcasing its financial strength.

Q4 revenue decreased by 26% as reported and 25% organically, reaching $6.0 billion.

GAAP diluted EPS was $0.48, while non-GAAP diluted EPS was $0.58.

The company's financial results aligned with the update provided on April 21, reflecting the broad impact on the MedTech industry.

Medtronic increased its quarterly dividend to $0.58, marking the 43rd consecutive year of dividend increases.

Total Revenue
$6B
Previous year: $8.15B
-26.4%
EPS
$0.58
Previous year: $1.54
-62.3%
Total Organic Revenue Growth
-25%
Gross Profit
$3.73B
Previous year: $5.66B
-34.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$4.14B
Previous year: $4.39B
-5.8%
Free Cash Flow
$6.02B
Previous year: $1.75B
+243.7%
Total Assets
$90.7B
Previous year: $89.7B
+1.1%

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Forward Guidance

Due to the uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Medtronic is not providing formal annual or quarterly financial guidance at this time.

Positive Outlook

  • Medtronic is in a strong financial position.
  • The company has ample liquidity.
  • Medtronic has no public debt maturing until March 2021.
  • The company announced a significant increase in its dividend.
  • Medtronic is investing to drive a strong recovery and consistent, long-term growth.

Challenges Ahead

  • Uncertainty on near-term financial results caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • COVID-19 has had and is expected to continue to have an impact on business, operations and production.
  • Demand for offerings is affected by COVID-19.
  • Employees, medical professionals and healthcare systems are impacted.
  • Communities in which Medtronic operates are affected.

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