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J&J Q3 Beat Driven by Tremfya; International Headwinds and Spin-Out Focus

Oct 13, 2026, 8:29 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Premarket shares fell >2% despite a solid earnings beat and raised guidance, reflecting ongoing international headwinds and the optionality/uncertainty around the orthopedics spin-out.

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Johnson & Johnson beat on Q3 revenue and earnings driven by Tremfya, with full-year guidance raised. However, overseas medical devices sales faced pressure from the Middle East conflict and related macro headwinds. The company is considering spinning out its orthopedics unit, which could unlock value but adds near-term execution risk.

Q3 revenue $25.4B and adj EPS $2.59 beat estimates.
Tremfya sales up 68% to $2.4B, offset declines in Stelara.
International headwinds weigh on medical devices amid Middle East conflict.
Ortho/hips-and-knees business may be spun out; impact on valuation.

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