Alcon Inc.
ALCHealthcareNASDAQMedical Instruments & Supplies · Last scanned Oct 24, 2026
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Daily timeframeAlcon Inc. researches, develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells eye care products worldwide. Valued at $33.92B, ALC is a large-cap name in its sector. The company operates through two segments, Surgical and Vision Care.
Market Cap
$33.92B
Beta
0.73
P/E (TTM)
53.16
P/E (Fwd)
17.70
EPS (TTM)
$1.32
EPS (Fwd)
$3.96
ROE
2.9%
ROA
2.8%
Cash
$1.46B
Total Debt
$5.30B
Free CF
$1.27B
52W Change
-7.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where ALC stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 14, 2026 close, ALC finished 9.79% below its 150-day moving average ($69.84) and 13.14% below its 200-day moving average ($72.53). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is ALC overbought or oversold?
At the October 14, 2026 close, ALC's RSI(14) was 35.4, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $1.46B in cash, though total debt stands at $5.30B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company generates $1.27B in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. ROE of 2.9% points to modest capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 2.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $8.72B to $10.40B.
The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Alcon Inc.'s trajectory.