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Premier Inc is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based technology-driven healthcare improvement company, uniting an alliance of United States (U.S.) hospitals, health systems, and other providers and organizations to transform healthcare. The company's revenue is all sourced domestically and is reported in two business segments: the supply chain services and the consulting and technology platform of performance services. It generates the majority of its revenue from the supply chain services segment.

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Premier Inc

Premier, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>), a leading technology-driven healthcare improvement company, today announced that it has entered into accelerated share repurchase agreements with JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association ("JPMorgan") to repurchase an aggregate of $200 million of shares of its Class A common stock (the "ASR program"). The ASR program was authorized under the Company's $1.0 billion share repurchase authorization approved by the Company's Board of Directors (the "Board") in February 2024 (the "Share Repurchase Authorization").

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Premier Enters Into $200M Accelerated Share Repurchase Program With JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association

Piper Sandler analyst Jessica Tassan maintains Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $21 to $19.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Premier, Lowers Price Target to $19

Baird analyst Eric Coldwell maintains Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $20 to $19.

Baird Maintains Neutral on Premier, Lowers Price Target to $19

Canaccord Genuity analyst Richard Close maintains Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $21 to $19.

Canaccord Genuity Maintains Hold on Premier, Lowers Price Target to $19

U.S. stocks advanced midday Tuesday, demonstrating resilience despite escalating geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainties between the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">world&#8217;s two largest economies.</a>
China responded to President Donald Trump&#8216;s 10% import tariff with targeted countermeasures, including restrictions on key mineral exports to the U.S. and tariffs on American energy products.
Beijing is raising tariffs by 10%-15% on select U.S. imports, including coal, liquefied natural gas, crude oil, agricultural machinery and vehicles. Additionally, China added PVH Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PVH#NYSE">PVH</a>) and Illumina Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ILMN#NASDAQ">ILMN</a>) to its &#8220;Unreliable Entity List,&#8221; citing the need to &#8220;safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests,&#8221; and opened an antitrust investigation on Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>).
Market participants had anticipated a call between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday, but media reports indicated the conversation would not happen today.
The trade developments had an immediate impact on oil markets, with West Texas Intermediate crude futures plunging 3% overnight to as low as $70 per barrel. 
Yet, prices rebounded sharply Tuesday morning following reports that Trump is considering issuing a memorandum aimed at inflicting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/02/43469234/trump-prepares-maximum-pressure-on-iran-oil-jumps-above-73-energy-stocks-rally">maximum economic damage on Iran</a>, potentially leading to a sharp decline in Iranian oil production.
Energy stocks outperformed on the day, while utilities lagged. 
Among individual stocks, Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) rocketed 22% after posting strong earnings and a revenue beat. 
In the commodities market, gold added more than 1%, extending its all-time high, and silver jumped 2.2%. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) declined 2% to $99,000.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,281.54</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>21,495.31</td>
<td>0.9%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>6,029.97</td>
<td>0.6%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>44,501.00</td>
<td>0.2%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:55 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020325&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.5% to $600.53.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) inched 0.1% higher to $444.77.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.9% to $522.81.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rallied 1.1% to $226.80.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) outperformed, up 1.9%; the&nbsp;Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 0.8%.</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
Stocks reacting to earnings report included: 
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<li>Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>): down 1.53%</li>
<li>PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>): down 4.43%</li>
<li>Merck &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>): down 10.49%</li>
<li>PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>): down 11.57%</li>
<li>Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>): down 3.58%</li>
<li>KKR &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>): down 7.90%</li>
<li>Cummins Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMI#NYSE">CMI</a>): up 3.81%</li>
<li>Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPD#NYSE">EPD</a>): down 0.99%</li>
<li>Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>): up 5.85%</li>
<li>Estee Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EL#NYSE">EL</a>): down 16.35%</li>
<li>Apollo Global Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>): down 2.78%</li>
<li>Fox Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXA#NASDAQ">FOXA</a>): up 4.00%</li>
<li>Ametek Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AME#NYSE">AME</a>): down 1.00%</li>
<li>Xylem Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XYL#NYSE">XYL</a>): up 5.85%</li>
<li>Ferrari NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RACE#NYSE">RACE</a>): up 7.62%</li>
<li>Spotify Technology SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPOT#NYSE">SPOT</a>): up 10.46%</li>
<li>Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REGN#NASDAQ">REGN</a>): up 4.71%</li>
<li>Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/J#NYSE">J</a>): down 2.72%</li>
<li>Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>): down 1.51%</li>
<li>Gartner Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IT#NYSE">IT</a>): up 0.77%</li>
<li>Centene Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNC#NYSE">CNC</a>): down 3.41%</li>
<li>Atkore Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATKR#NYSE">ATKR</a>): down 20.50%</li>
<li>Berry Global Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BERY#NYSE">BERY</a>): up 4.15%</li>
<li>WEC Energy Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEC#NYSE">WEC</a>): down 1.52%</li>
<li>Hubbell Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUBB#NYSE">HUBB</a>): down 0.55%</li>
<li>TransDigm Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>): down 1.60%</li>
<li>Graphic Packaging Holding Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPK#NYSE">GPK</a>): down 1.76%</li>
<li>CNH Industrial NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNHI#NYSE">CNHI</a>): up 1.71%</li>
<li>Ingredion Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INGR#NYSE">INGR</a>): down 6.12%</li>
<li>ATI Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATI#NYSE">ATI</a>): up 7.02%</li>
<li>Ball Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BALL#NYSE">BALL</a>): down 8.03%</li>
<li>Lancaster Colony Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LANC#NASDAQ">LANC</a>): up 9.27%</li>
<li>Premier Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>): down 15.36%</li>
<li>MPLX LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPLX#NYSE">MPLX</a>): up 2.92%</li>
<li>Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCSL#NASDAQ">OCSL</a>): down 3.42%</li>
<li>PJT Partners Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PJT#NYSE">PJT</a>): up 12.77%</li>
<li>Energizer Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENR#NYSE">ENR</a>): down 4.45%</li>
<li>Silicon Laboratories Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLAB#NASDAQ">SLAB</a>): down 1.05%</li>
<li>Hamilton Lane Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLNE#NASDAQ">HLNE</a>): down 0.01%</li>
<li>Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSGS#NYSE">MSGS</a>): down 3.74%</li>
<li>Pentair Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNR#NYSE">PNR</a>): down 1.89%</li>
<li>Amcor Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMCR#NYSE">AMCR</a>): up 3.87%</li>
<li>Inmode Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INMD#NASDAQ">INMD</a>): up 2.82%</li>
<li>Willis Towers Watson Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTW#NASDAQ">WTW</a>): down 3.54%</li>
<li>Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXTA#NYSE">AXTA</a>): up 7.86%</li>
<li>Mesa Laboratories Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MLAB#NASDAQ">MLAB</a>): up 10.48%</li>
</ul>
Major companies reporting their earnings after the close are Alphabet Inc., Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>), Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), Mondelez International Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDLZ#NASDAQ">MDLZ</a>), Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</a>), Prudential Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRU#NYSE">PRU</a>), Simon Property Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPG#NYSE">SPG</a>), Atmos Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATO#NYSE">ATO</a>), Aspen Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZPN#NASDAQ">AZPN</a>), Carlisle Cos. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSL#NYSE">CSL</a>), Fair Isaac Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FICO#NYSE">FICO</a>), Jack Henry &amp; Associates Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JKHY#NASDAQ">JKHY</a>), Idex Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEX#NYSE">IEX</a>) and Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>).
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Premier shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q2 financial results.

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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Premier, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 3.75%</li>
<li>Baird analyst Eric Coldwell maintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $19 to $20 on Nov. 6, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 60%.</li>
<li>Benchmark analyst Bill Sutherland downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold on Aug. 26, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 69%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Feb. 4, Premier posted downbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to latest PINC <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020425&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">news</a>. </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Dividend Yield: 4.14%</li>
<li>Citigroup analyst Andrew Baum maintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $60 to $65 on Jan. 28. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 71%.</li>
<li>B of A Securities analyst Tim Anderson reinstated a Neutral rating with a price target of $63 on Dec. 10, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 62%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Jan. 31, Bristol Myers Squibb received positive CHMP opinion for Opdivo&#xAE; (nivolumab) plus Yervoy&#xAE; (ipilimumab) as a first-line treatment option for adult patients with unresectable or advanced hepatocellular carcinoma.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to latest <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020425&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">BMY news</a> </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 4.75%</li>
<li>Truist Securities analyst David Macdonald maintained a Buy rating and cut the price target from $67 to $60 on Jan. 6. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%.</li>
<li>Deutsche Bank analyst George Hill upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy with a price target of $66 on Dec. 3, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 60%.</li>
<li>Recent News: CVS Health will hold a conference call on Wednesday, Feb. 12, to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s real-time newsfeed alerted to latest CVS <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent020425&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">news </a></li>
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Fiscal 2025 Guidance
Certain statements in this release, including without limitation, those in this section, are forward-looking statements. For additional information regarding the use and limitations of such statements, refer to "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" below.
Based on actual results for the first six months of fiscal 2025 and the current outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year, the company is updating its guidance to the following:
<figure class="table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Guidance Metric</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">
Fiscal 2025
Guidance Range [1] [2] (as of February 4, 2025)
</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Previous Fiscal 2025 Guidance Range [1] [2] (as of November 5, 2024)</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Comments</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Segment Net Revenue:</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">&nbsp;</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">&nbsp;</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Supply Chain Services</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$590 million to $630 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$560 million to $610 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Increased midpoint $25 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Performance Services Excluding Contigo Health</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$350 million to $380 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$370 million to $410 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Decreased midpoint $25 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Total Net Revenue Excluding Contigo Health</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$940 million to $1.01 billion</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$930 million to $1.02 billion</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">No change to midpoint</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Adjusted EBITDA</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$237 million to $253 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$235 million to $255 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">No change to midpoint</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Adjusted Net Income</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$119 million to $129 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Not previously disclosed</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">New disclosure</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Adjusted EPS</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$1.26 to $1.34</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$1.16 to $1.28</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Increased midpoint $0.08</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Diluted Weighted Average Shares</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">94 million to 96 million</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Not previously disclosed</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">New disclosure</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>

Guidance

Premier Expects FY25 Net Revenue Of $940M-$1.01B (Prior $930M-$1.02B) Vs $990.75M Est, Adj EPS Of $1.26-$1.34 (Prior $1.16-$1.28) Vs $1.29 Est

Earnings

Earnings Misses

Premier Q2 2025 Adj. EPS $0.27 Misses $0.30 Estimate, Sales $240.266M Miss $243.217M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For February 4, 2025

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Canaccord Genuity analyst Richard Close maintains Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $19 to $21.

Canaccord Genuity Maintains Hold on Premier, Raises Price Target to $21

Barclays analyst Stephanie Davis maintains Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $20 to $24.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Premier, Raises Price Target to $24

5 analysts have shared their evaluations of Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Premier and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $19.4, accompanied by a high estimate of $20.00 and a low estimate of $19.00. Highlighting a 5.83% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $20.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730898081_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of Premier among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Eric Coldwell</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Close</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anne Samuel</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Close</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Coldwell</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Premier. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Premier compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Premier's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PINC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Premier analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Premier's Background</h2>
Premier Inc is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based technology-driven healthcare improvement company, uniting an alliance of United States (U.S.) hospitals, health systems, and other providers and organizations to transform healthcare. The company's revenue is all sourced domestically and is reported in two business segments: the supply chain services and the consulting and technology platform of performance services. It generates the majority of its revenue from the supply chain services segment.
<h3>Key Indicators: Premier's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Premier's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 2.91% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 17.32%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Premier's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.12%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Premier's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.79%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.06, Premier adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Unveiling 5 Analyst Insights On Premier

Baird analyst Eric Coldwell maintains Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $19 to $20.

Baird Maintains Neutral on Premier, Raises Price Target to $20

Premier shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q1 financial results.

Fiscal 2025 Guidance
Certain statements in this release, including without limitation, those in this section, are forward-looking statements. For additional information regarding the use and limitations of such statements, refer to "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" below.
Based on results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 and its current outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year, the company is reaffirming the following:
<figure class="table"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Guidance Metric</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Fiscal 2025 Guidance Range [1] [2] (as of November 5, 2024)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Segment Net Revenue:</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Supply Chain Services</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$560 million to $610 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Performance Services Excluding Contigo Health</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$370 million to $410 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Total Net Revenue Excluding Contigo Health</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$930 million to $1.02 billion</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Adjusted EBITDA</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$235 million to $255 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Adjusted EPS</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$1.16 to $1.28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" rowspan="1">
Fiscal 2025 guidance is based on the realization of the following key assumptions:
<ul>
<li>Net administrative fees revenue of $495 million to $525 million, which includes $60 million to $75 million in revenue related to non-healthcare member purchasing</li>
<li>Supply Chain Services segment software licenses, other services and support revenue of $65 million to $85 million</li>
<li>Capital expenditures of $90 million to $100 million</li>
<li>Effective income tax rate in the range of 25% to 27%</li>
<li>Cash income tax rate of less than 5%</li>
<li>Free cash flow of 45% to 55% of adjusted EBITDA</li>
</ul>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>

Premier Expects FY25 Net Revenue Of $930M-$1.02B Vs $977.19M Est, Adj EPS Of $1.16-$1.28 Vs $1.21 Est

Earnings Beats

Premier Q1 2025 Adj. EPS $0.34 Beats $0.25 Estimate, Sales $248.142M Beat $232.843M Estimate

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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Organon &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OGN#NYSE">OGN</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 6.36%</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Chris Schott downgraded the stock from Neutral to Underweight and raised the price target from $18 to $20 on Sept. 6. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 60%.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst David Amsellem maintained an Overweight rating and raised the price target from $22 to $24 on April 29. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Premier, Inc. &nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 4.15%</li>
<li>Benchmark analyst Bill Sutherland downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold on Aug. 26. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 64%.</li>
<li>Baird analyst Eric Coldwell maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $22 to $19 on Aug. 21. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 61%.</li>
<li>Recent News: Premier will release financial results for its fiscal 2025 first quarter on Tuesday, Nov. 5.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">GSK plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSK#NYSE">GSK</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 3.97%</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Peter Welford maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $52.5 to $53 on July 2. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%.</li>
<li>Guggenheim analyst Seamus Fernandez upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy on March 4. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 62%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Oct. 16, the FDA accepted GSK's marketing application seeking approval for gepotidacin, an investigational, oral antibiotic for adult and adolescent females with uncomplicated urinary tract infections (uUTIs).</li>
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Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Spotlight On 3 Health Care Stocks Delivering High-Dividend Yields

Premier (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINC#NASDAQ">PINC</a>) underwent analysis by 4 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $19.25, a high estimate of $20.00, and a low estimate of $19.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 8.33%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727884883_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Premier by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Richard Close</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anne Samuel</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Close</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Coldwell</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Premier. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Premier compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Premier's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Premier's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Premier</h2>
Premier Inc is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based technology-driven healthcare improvement company, uniting an alliance of United States (U.S.) hospitals, health systems, and other providers and organizations to transform healthcare. The company's revenue is all sourced domestically and is reported in two business segments: the supply chain services and the consulting and technology platform of performance services. It generates the majority of its revenue from the supply chain services segment.
<h3>Breaking Down Premier's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Premier displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 2.91%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Premier's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 17.32%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Premier's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.12%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Premier's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.79% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Premier's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.06, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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