Stephens cuts Veradigm stock target to $7, maintains rating

Published 31/01/2025, 13:16
Stephens cuts Veradigm stock target to $7, maintains rating

On Friday, Stephens analyst Jeff Garro reduced the price target on Veradigm Inc (OTC:MDRX) shares to $7.00 from the previous $13.00, while keeping an Equal Weight rating on the stock. Currently trading at $8.00 with a market capitalization of $1.36 billion, the stock maintains a P/E ratio of 9.68. According to InvestingPro data, the stock’s RSI suggests oversold conditions, with additional insights available to subscribers. Garro provided insights on the company’s recent strategic review, which concluded with a decision to continue as an independent entity. Despite engaging with 30 parties and receiving five preliminary, non-binding indications of interest, Veradigm did not secure any final proposals for a sale.

Veradigm has engaged an independent strategic advisory firm to help refine its strategy, focusing on operational improvements and organizational alignment to foster profitable growth. Garro noted that investors would need to wait until mid-March for more financial details, including an audit update on FY22, updated FY23 ranges, and preliminary FY24 ranges. The stock has struggled recently, with InvestingPro data showing a 17.95% YTD decline and current analyst targets ranging from $11 to $15. The last guidance from the company was reaffirmed in May.

The lack of final proposals after the strategic review suggests that Veradigm will face challenges in achieving growth and profitability. As a result, investors are expected to remain cautious until the company provides the financial update. The new price target reflects these concerns and the need for Veradigm to demonstrate its capacity for profitable growth under the revised strategy.

Garro’s remarks underscore the uncertainty facing Veradigm’s investors, who are left to make assumptions about the company’s future performance for the next month and a half. The analyst reiterated the Equal Weight rating, indicating a neutral stance on the stock’s prospects at the current time. Investors should note that Veradigm’s next earnings report is scheduled for February 28, 2025, which could provide crucial insights into the company’s trajectory.

In other recent news, Veradigm Inc. reported a net cash position of approximately $95 million as of September 30, 2024. The company’s financial disclosure indicated total cash and cash equivalents of $303 million, offset by funded debt amounting to $208 million. These funds were primarily used for general corporate and working capital purposes, including ongoing audit activities, strategic review process expenses, and investments in strategic minority equity stakes. Additionally, Veradigm announced that none of its note holders have chosen to exercise their newly established biannual repurchase rights, suggesting a positive outlook on the company’s creditworthiness or potential for future growth. In terms of leadership, Veradigm has extended the employment of Interim Chief Financial Officer, Leland Westerfield, until June 30, 2025, indicating a continued relationship. Moreover, Veradigm granted Charles Myers the right to serve as a board observer, contingent on maintaining beneficial ownership of 3,000,000 shares of Veradigm common stock. Analyst firm TD Cowen reaffirmed its Buy rating on Veradigm, adjusting the stock target following a reassessment of the company’s future guidance. These are among the recent developments at Veradigm.

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