J&J(US:JNJ) Yahoo Finance·2026-02-24 10:45Group 1 - Johnson & Johnson is preparing for a potential sale of its orthopedics unit, DePuy Synthes, as part of its plan to separate the business, targeting completion within 18 to 24 months [1] - The company acquired DePuy Synthes in 2011 for $21.3 billion and aims to enhance strategic and operational focus through this separation [1] - Bank of America analysts believe that the exit makes sense and that DePuy Synthes could benefit from improved focus and competitiveness [3] Group 2 - The unit is estimated to be worth about $20 billion, or $28 billion including debt, with interest from buyout firms and potential strategic medical device players [3][5] - Johnson & Johnson is preparing financial materials for meetings with potential buyers in the coming weeks, with several large private equity firms considering joint bids [4] - DePuy Synthes generated $9.3 billion in annual sales, producing hip and knee replacement devices, which may attract further interest [5] Group 3 - Johnson & Johnson reported a fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of $2.46 per share, a 20.6% increase year over year, surpassing the consensus estimate of $2.44 [6] - The company expects 2026 sales to be between $99.50 billion and $100.5 billion, compared to the consensus of $98.89 billion [6]