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Why Walgreens Is the Best S&P 500 Stock After Earnings


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Walgreens stock is soaring Friday after the embattled pharmacy chain reported strong earnings and gave an upbeat outlook.

The article from Kiplinger discusses why Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) could be considered one of the best S&P 500 stocks following its recent earnings report. Despite a challenging retail environment, Walgreens reported earnings that beat expectations, with adjusted earnings per share of $1.16 against the consensus estimate of $1.10. The company's revenue also exceeded forecasts, coming in at $35.42 billion compared to the expected $34.24 billion. Key points include Walgreens' strategic moves towards healthcare services, such as expanding its VillageMD primary care clinics, which are expected to drive future growth. The stock's low valuation, with a forward price-to-earnings ratio of about 7.5, makes it attractive to value investors. Additionally, Walgreens has a robust dividend yield of 4.6%, appealing to income-focused investors. The article suggests that despite short-term headwinds like reduced demand for COVID-19 services, the long-term outlook for Walgreens is positive due to its transformation into a healthcare-focused entity, potentially offering significant upside for investors.

Read the Full Kiplinger Article at:
[ https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/why-walgreens-wba-is-the-best-s-and-p-500-stock-after-earnings ]

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