What one share of Danaher holds
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to accelerating the power of science and technology to improve human health. Danaher is comprised of more than 15 operating companies with leadership positions in the biotechnology, life sciences and diagnostics sectors, organized under three segments (Biotechnology, Life Sciences and Diagnostics).
Danaher’s numbers from its SEC filings, divided by its shares. Results cover the last 12 months to 2026-09-25; the balance sheet is as of 2026-09-25.
| Sales | $36.11 |
|---|---|
| Profit | $6.11 |
| Capex (buildings and equipment) | $1.60 |
| Free cash flow | $8.08 |
| Dividends | $1.43 |
| Cash and investments | $8.08 |
| Debt | $34.67 |
| Book value | $76.23 |
Per share by fiscal year
| Year | Sales | Profit | Capex | Free cash | Dividends | Book value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | $16.73 | $2.08 | $0.25 | $2.25 | — | — |
| 2008 | $18.90 | $1.98 | $0.29 | $2.48 | — | $15.40 |
| 2009 | $15.66 | $1.72 | $0.26 | $2.42 | — | $18.02 |
| 2010 | $18.37 | $2.62 | $0.28 | $2.77 | — | $20.89 |
| 2011 | $22.95 | $3.10 | $0.48 | $3.27 | — | $24.58 |
| 2012 | $25.61 | $3.35 | $0.64 | $4.15 | — | $27.66 |
| 2013 | $25.71 | $3.79 | $0.76 | $4.29 | — | $32.07 |
| 2014 | $17.97 | $3.63 | $0.65 | $4.60 | — | $33.19 |
| 2015 | $20.37 | $4.74 | $0.72 | $4.64 | — | $34.49 |
| 2016 | $24.12 | $3.65 | $0.84 | $4.19 | — | $33.23 |
| 2017 | $25.96 | $3.53 | $0.81 | $4.12 | — | $37.84 |
| 2018 | $28.01 | $3.74 | $0.82 | $4.84 | — | $40.22 |
| 2019 | $24.69 | $4.05 | $0.88 | $4.57 | — | $41.22 |
| 2020 | $31.01 | $4.88 | $1.10 | $7.54 | — | $51.33 |
| 2021 | $33.66 | $8.51 | $1.68 | $9.66 | — | $58.60 |
| 2022 | $36.15 | $9.64 | $1.52 | $10.04 | — | $66.48 |
| 2023 | $32.15 | $6.38 | $1.86 | $7.78 | — | $72.36 |
| 2024 | $32.39 | $5.29 | $1.89 | $7.18 | — | $68.90 |
| 2025 | $34.31 | $5.05 | $1.61 | $7.35 | — | $74.32 |
Common questions about Danaher
How much does one share of Danaher earn?
Over the last 12 months, each share of Danaher earned $6.11 of profit on $36.11 of sales, keeping about 17¢ of every $1 (profit margin).
Does Danaher pay a dividend?
Yes. Danaher paid $1.43 per share in dividends over the last 12 months. That’s about 23¢ of each $1 of profit (payout ratio).
What is Danaher’s book value per share?
Danaher’s book value is $76.23 per share: what would be left for each share if it sold everything at the values on its books and paid every debt, as of September 25, 2026.
How much cash and debt does each share of Danaher have?
Each share of Danaher has $8.08 of cash and investments and $34.67 of debt, as of September 25, 2026.
What is Danaher’s free cash flow per share?
$8.08 per share over the last 12 months. Free cash flow is the cash left over after spending on buildings and equipment.
How has Danaher’s profit per share changed over time?
Profit per share went from $2.08 in 2007 to $5.05 in 2025, growing about 5.1% a year (adjusted for stock splits).
Has Danaher bought back shares?
Danaher’s share count rose about 9% from 2007 to 2025. That dilution means each share owns a smaller slice of the company.
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