On Wednesday, Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) reported its second quarter results that reflected a strong momentum of its medtech and innovative medicine divisions. Although one-time charges prevented topline growth from reaching the bottom line, Johnson and Johnson showed it continues to advance its drug pipeline for a new medical era, with significant clinical milestones being attained throughout the quarter.
Second Quarter Highlights
For the June quarter, Johnson & Johnson reported topline growth of 4.3% YoY as sales grew to $22.45 billion, surpassing the FactSet consensus of $22.33 billion. Regionally, U.S. sales grew 7.8% YoY, bringing in $12.5 billion, while international sales remained flat at $9.8 billion.
Fueled by cancer drug Darzalex among other growth drivers, the innovative medicine segment recorded sales growth of 5.5%, bringing in revenue of $14.49 billion, also topping FactSet consensus of $14.12 billion.
The medtech division grew 2.2% to $7.96 ...