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Jr & Johnson Financial Analysis

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Introduction
In this paper, I will tell you about a business called Johnson & Johnson. I will use financial analysis tools to determine how this company is performing. Lastly, I will explain reasons why this company should be in your investment portfolio.
The Business Johnson & Johnson was created in New Brunswick, New Jersey in the year 1886 by three brothers named Robert Wood Johnson I, James Wood Johnson and Edward Mead Johnson. In 1885, the brothers created a product line of ready to use surgical dressings which led to the creation of Johnson & Johnson with Robert as the president of the company. Published “Modern Methods of Antiseptic Wound Treatment,” which became the standard teaching text for antiseptic surgery in 1888. Also, …show more content…

In regards to their competition which is Colegate-Palmolive Co. which has a market cap of 59.21 billion and revenue of 16.03 billion. Another competitor is Pfizer Inc., which has a market cap of 185.33 billion and revenue of 48.85 billion. The industry average market cap is 32.22 billion and revenue 19.96 billion. This company would be a great investment in your retirement portfolio. Currently trading at $104.96 a share. If you look back from 1969 to now you notice that the company has kept paying their dividends which are a great sign of good management and profits. Another thing to notice is the stock price as consistently gone up which is another positive factor. Currently, with the oil market pulling stocks down you might be able to pick up some share of this company on a pull-down day or you might be able to pick up some share when the stock splits which is a great opportunity to buy shares from a quality …show more content…

The dilemma that the CEO had to figure out is if they should change Saran Wrap if a product that is less toxic but inferior compared to the Saran Wrap brand or to keep the Saran Wrap brand even though that the product has toxic chemicals in it. In conclusion the CEO made the call to reinvent the Saran Wrap with a healthier alternative.
In 1987- present Johnson & Johnson sponsors a program called Safe Kids Worldwide which is a program designed to reduce accidental childhood injuries. Also, another organization that Johnson & Johnson is a part of is a program called MAP International. This program is designed to help people that are living in poverty conditions that need medical help. According to their website since 1954, MAP International has provided over $5 billion in medicines and supplies to over 115 countries in need, treating 10 million people each year.
In conclusion to have a company that strives to protect their customers and the environment regardless of losing money speaks for itself. Another point I would like to add it that Johnson & Johnson makes products for everyday use to help everyone to live a healthier and cleaner

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