Medtronic Q4 Earnings Beat Overshadowed by Weak FY26 Guidance
Medtronic plc delivered a strong fourth-quarter performance, with adjusted earnings per share rising 11% to $1.62, beating analyst expectations. Revenue grew 4% year-over-year to $8.93 billion, fueled by robust performance in cardiovascular and diabetes segments.
Despite these results, investors reacted negatively to the company’s cautious fiscal 2026 outlook. The disappointing forward guidance sent shares down 0.79% to $85.80, underscoring market concerns about future growth prospects.
The medical device Maker announced plans to spin off its diabetes business into a separate publicly traded company within 18 months. This strategic move failed to offset investor disappointment with the underwhelming long-term projections.