Mystic Asset Management Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:ABT – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm purchased 26,959 shares of the healthcare product maker’s stock, valued at approximately $2,446,000.
Several other large investors also recently modified their holdings of ABT. MidAtlantic Capital Management Inc. bought a new position in shares of Abbott Laboratories during the 4th quarter worth approximately $25,000. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC acquired a new position in Abbott Laboratories during the fourth quarter worth $25,000. Purpose Unlimited Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Abbott Laboratories in the 4th quarter valued at $25,000. Portfolio Resources Advisor Group Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Abbott Laboratories during the 4th quarter worth about $26,000. Finally, Abound Financial LLC acquired a new position in Abbott Laboratories in the fourth quarter valued at about $26,000. 75.18% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
Abbott Laboratories Trading Up 0.1%
Shares of NYSE ABT opened at $112.63 on Monday. Abbott Laboratories has a twelve month low of $81.97 and a twelve month high of $137.49. The stock has a market cap of $194.89 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 36.45, a P/E/G ratio of 2.18 and a beta of 0.59. The company has a quick ratio of 0.97, a current ratio of 1.38 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.57. The company’s fifty day moving average is $102.61 and its 200-day moving average is $100.14.
Abbott Laboratories Dividend Announcement
The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, August 17th. Investors of record on Wednesday, July 15th were given a $0.63 dividend. This represents a $2.52 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.2%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, July 15th. Abbott Laboratories’s payout ratio is currently 81.55%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In
A number of equities research analysts recently weighed in on the company. Citigroup raised their price target on Abbott Laboratories from $108.00 to $112.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, July 17th. Royal Bank Of Canada restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $130.00 price objective on shares of Abbott Laboratories in a research report on Friday, July 17th. Piper Sandler reissued an “overweight” rating and issued a $118.00 target price (up from $115.00) on shares of Abbott Laboratories in a research note on Friday, July 17th. Robert W. Baird initiated coverage on Abbott Laboratories in a research report on Wednesday, July 1st. They set an “outperform” rating and a $121.00 target price for the company. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group cut their target price on shares of Abbott Laboratories from $121.00 to $113.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, May 27th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty have issued a Buy rating and four have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Abbott Laboratories has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $119.50.
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Key Stories Impacting Abbott Laboratories
Here are the key news stories impacting Abbott Laboratories this week:
- Positive Sentiment: The FDA approved Abbott’s Libre Duo 10 Day Continuous Dual Glucose Ketone Monitoring System for diabetes patients age two and older. The wearable is the first of its kind to track both glucose and ketones, strengthening Abbott’s position in diabetes care and creating potential for future integration with insulin-pump systems. FDA Approves Abbott’s First Wearable Device for Dual Ketone and Glucose Tracking
- Positive Sentiment: Abbott received the European CE Mark for its next-generation Amulet 360 left atrial appendage occluder. The device is designed to reduce stroke risk in certain atrial-fibrillation patients and may reduce reliance on blood-thinning medication, supporting growth in Abbott’s structural-heart business. Abbott’s next-generation Amulet 360 device receives CE Mark
- Positive Sentiment: Analyst coverage remains supportive, with TD Cowen expecting Abbott’s stock to rise. Separately, Zacks highlighted ABT as a strong long-term momentum candidate, suggesting improving price trends and investor interest despite its premium valuation. TD Cowen Analyst Says Abbott Stock Price Expected to Rise
- Neutral Sentiment: Abbott’s latest reported quarter exceeded consensus estimates, with earnings and revenue growing year over year. Management’s 2026 earnings guidance also points to continued expansion, but ABT’s elevated price-to-earnings ratio leaves the stock sensitive to execution and valuation concerns.
- Negative Sentiment: Recent coverage noted that Abbott shares fell 2.2% in the prior session even as the broader market advanced, reflecting near-term underperformance and possible profit-taking. The stock remains well below its 12-month high, so investors may want evidence that the new devices translate into meaningful sales growth. Abbott Stock Sinks as Market Gains
Abbott Laboratories Profile
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare company headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, that develops, manufactures and markets a broad portfolio of medical products and services. Founded in 1888, Abbott operates through multiple business areas that focus on diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and established pharmaceuticals. The company supplies hospitals, clinics, laboratories, retailers and direct-to-consumer channels with products intended to diagnose, treat and manage a wide range of health conditions.
In diagnostics, Abbott provides laboratory and point-of-care testing platforms and assays used to detect infectious diseases, chronic conditions and biomarkers; its Alinity family of instruments and rapid-test solutions are examples of this capability.
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