ResMed Boasts Double-Digit EPS Growth, Tariff Exemption: Analysts Boost Price Forecast

Core Insights - ResMed Inc reported third-quarter adjusted EPS of $2.37, slightly above the consensus estimate of $2.36 [1] - Quarterly sales rose 8% year-over-year to $1.29 billion, matching estimates, with a 9% increase on a constant currency basis [1] - Gross margin improved by 140 basis points to 59.3%, driven by manufacturing efficiencies and favorable product mix [1] Financial Performance - Adjusted operating income increased by 13% to $444.6 million [2] - Adjusted net income rose by 11% to $348.5 million [2] - Revenue in the U.S., Canada, and Latin America, excluding Residential Care Software, grew by 9% [3] - Revenue in Europe, Asia, and other markets, excluding Residential Care Software, increased by 8% on a constant currency basis [3] Product and Market Insights - Increased demand for sleep devices and growth in the Residential Care Software business contributed to sales growth [1] - Residential Care Software revenue grew by 10% on a constant currency basis, indicating continued organic growth [3] Regulatory and Analyst Commentary - Management confirmed that ResMed's products are exempt from tariffs under the Nairobi Protocol, which was approved in 2009 [2][4] - Analyst reactions include an 11% increase in ResMed stock price, with various price target adjustments from different firms [3][4]