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Baxter International Inc. (BAX)

NYSE

$18.71

$-3.61

(-16.21%)

Baxter International Inc. (BAX) Live Price Chart

Page last updated: 2026-02-12 21:46:00

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$9.62B
Open	$19.52
High	$95.19
Low	$17.40
Previous Close	$22.27
Price Change	$-3.61
Percentage Change	-16.21%
Volume	28M

Baxter International Inc. (BAX) Stock Price Today

Baxter International Inc. (BAX) is currently trading at $18.71 as of 2026-02-12 21:46:00, reflecting a -16.21% move ($-3.61) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned -569.56% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, Baxter International Inc. has recorded a -38.23% price change, indicating a weak performance relative to the broader market.

Baxter International Inc. (BAX) 7-Day Stock Price Changes

Over the past seven days, Baxter International Inc. has traded within a short-term range shaped by market sentiment in the SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS sector. During this period, the stock moved from its previous closing price of $21.74 to the latest recorded price of $18.71, reflecting an intraday change of -16.21%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (27,978,728), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, BAX has delivered a -569.56% return over the past month and a -38.23% change in the last 12 months, indicating a weak trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is Baxter International Inc. (BAX)?

Baxter offers a variety of medical supplies and equipment to providers. From its legacy operations, Baxter sells injectable therapies for use in care settings, including IV pumps, administrative sets, and solutions; nutritional products; and surgical sealants and hemostatic agents. Baxter expanded its portfolio of hospital-focused offerings by acquiring Hillrom in late 2021, which added basic equipment like hospital beds, operating room equipment, and patient monitoring tools to the portfolio. Baxter also sold its kidney care tools in early 2025.

Baxter International Inc. Information

Industry	SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS
Employees	38,000
Sector	SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS
Company Website	https://www.baxter.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is the current share price of Baxter International Inc.?

The latest trading price for Baxter International Inc. (Common Stock) is $ 18.71, compared with a previous closing price of $ 22.27. That means the stock has moved -16.21% so far today. Intraday price updates and recent trading activity for BAX can be tracked on the live chart and quote section on this page.

2.Is Baxter International Inc. stock going up or down?

Looking at recent performances, BAX has returned -569.56% over the past month, -20.75% over the last six months and -38.23% over the past year. These figures capture share-price changes only, not the impact of dividends. Together they describe weak price momentum for Baxter International Inc. stock, but keep in mind that past returns do not guarantee future results.

3.Where does BAX currently sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

In the most recent 52-week period, Baxter International Inc. has traded between a low of $ 17.40 and a high of $ 37.74. This 52-week range helps show where today's share price sits relative to its recent highs and lows, and is often used by investors to judge stock volatility, potential support and resistance levels, and whether BAX is currently nearer the top or the bottom of its one-year trading band.

4.How is Baxter International Inc. classified by sector and industry?

Baxter International Inc. is classified in the SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS sector. In practice, this means Baxter International Inc. is grouped with other companies that serve similar end-markets and operate under comparable competitive and regulatory conditions. For investors, knowing BAX’s sector helps with portfolio diversification, peer comparisons, and understanding how broader trends affecting the SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS sector could influence Baxter International Inc.’s performance.

5.Where is Baxter International Inc. listed and how large is it by market value?

Baxter International Inc. is listed on the NYSE stock exchange in United States. Based on a market capitalization of $ 9.62B, the company is classified as a Large-cap stock. Market cap gives a quick sense of Baxter International Inc.'s size and importance in the equity market and is often used by investors and index providers when constructing portfolios or benchmarks.

6.What does BAX's EPS tell investors about its profitability?

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ -0.66 summarises how much profit Baxter International Inc. has generated per share over the last year. Rising EPS over time can signal improving profitability or effective share repurchases, while flat or declining EPS may point to slower growth or margin pressure. EPS is a key input into valuation metrics such as P/E and is often monitored closely around earnings announcements.

7.How can I track Baxter International Inc.'s financial performance over time?

To follow Baxter International Inc.'s financial performance, investors typically review its quarterly and annual reports, which include detailed income statements, balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Combining these filings with key market data shown on this page—such as share price trends, P/E and dividend yield—provides a more complete view of how BAX is performing and how the market is responding.

8.When is Baxter International Inc. expected to report earnings?

Baxter International Inc.'s next scheduled earnings release is currently expected on -- (the date may be updated by the company). Earnings announcements often act as important catalysts for BAX, as they provide updated information on revenue, profitability and management's outlook.

9.What usually comes out in Baxter International Inc.'s earnings reports?

Baxter International Inc.'s earnings reports typically include headline figures such as revenue, net income and EPS, along with commentary on segment performance, margins, cash flow and guidance for future periods. Investors compare these results with market expectations and prior periods to assess whether BAX is meeting, beating or missing expectations.

10.How can I stay informed about Baxter International Inc.'s results and guidance?

You can stay up to date on Baxter International Inc. by reviewing its quarterly earnings releases, listening to or reading transcripts of earnings calls, and following company news and filings. Pairing this fundamental information with the price and return data for BAX on this page helps you see how new information is being reflected in the stock.

11.Does Baxter International Inc. pay a regular cash dividend to its shareholders?

Baxter International Inc. Paying. Based on the latest information, the stock has an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 0.67 per share and a current dividend yield of 0.0356 at the recent share price. Dividends are typically paid --, although the board can change the dividend policy at any time. Income-focused investors often monitor BAX's dividend level, payment frequency and any announcements about future dividends when assessing the stock's appeal as a dividend-paying investment.

12.What are the current dividend yield and dividend payout ratio for BAX?

Based on the latest earnings data, BAX has a dividend yield of 0.0356 and a dividend payout ratio of -1.0092. The dividend yield shows how much cash return an investor receives from dividends each year relative to the current share price, helping assess whether Baxter International Inc. is an attractive income stock. The dividend payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings Baxter International Inc. distributes to shareholders as dividends versus how much it retains to reinvest in the business, which is an important indicator of dividend sustainability and room for future dividend growth.

13.What kind of business is Baxter International Inc.?

Baxter International Inc. is a publicly traded company in the SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS industry within the SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS sector. It generates revenue from products and services related to this core business area, and investors can find a detailed description of its operations, strategy and geographic exposure in the company's annual report and other regulatory filings.

14.How is BAX valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

Baxter International Inc. currently trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of --, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ -0.66. P/E is calculated by dividing the share price by EPS and shows how much investors are paying today for each unit of Baxter International Inc.'s earnings. Comparing BAX's P/E and EPS to those of other SURGICAL & MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & APPARATUS companies can help investors judge whether its valuation looks rich or attractive.

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