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Financial Analysis and Forecast of CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
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Abstract
This article mainly discusses the general situation of CVS's operations, accounting analysis, performance valuation, and forecasting for the company's future. This article analyzes the three most significant sectors of CVS: pharmacy services, retail, and health care benefits. Some recent news shows a negative influence on CVS, including the coming Election and contaminated eye drops. This article discussed the impact of the news on the company. Moreover, this article explores the influence of inside events, including the acquisition of Oak Street Health. This article shows the potential risks and uncertain results caused by these events. The article talks about the clarity of the Accounting Analysis, mainly about Revenue recognition and Acquisitions and Assets Held for Sale. The article focuses on Key Data, Ratios, and Comparing with Competitors for performance valuation. Ultimately, the article uses different modules, including Free cash flow and enterprise value, to predict the future performance of the stock price. The article also lists the potential risks that the company will face in the future.
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CVS Pharmacy, Performance Evaluation, Accounting Analysis, Forecast
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Guo,H. (2024). Financial Analysis and Forecast of CVS Pharmacy, Inc.. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,76,197-203.
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