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Sonic Healthcare

Health Care Equipment & Services

Sonic Healthcare is a leading global provider of medical diagnostics services, specializing in laboratory medicine, radiology, and corporate medical services. With a strong presence in Australasia, Europe, and North America, Sonic Healthcare is renowned for its Medical Leadership culture, which prioritizes patient care and clinical excellence.

Healthcare
Diagnostics
Medical Services
Pathology

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Health Care Equipment & Services

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14 Giffnock Avenue, MACQUARIE PARK, NSW, AUSTRALIA, 2113

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Key Metrics

market cap
$10.59B
p/e ratio20.02
eps$1.07
dividend yield499.00%

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Industry & Focus

Healthcare
Diagnostics
Medical Services
Pathology
Radiology

Company Overview

AI-generated company summary

Sonic Healthcare is a leading global provider of medical diagnostics services, specializing in laboratory medicine, radiology, and corporate medical services. With a strong presence in Australasia, Europe, and North America, Sonic Healthcare is renowned for its Medical Leadership culture, which prioritizes patient care and clinical excellence.

Company History

Founded in 1987, Sonic Healthcare began as a single laboratory in Sydney, Australia. Over the years, it has grown into a global leader in medical diagnostics through strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Sonic's commitment to Medical Leadership has been a driving force behind its expansion, making it the third-largest medical diagnostics company worldwide.

Competitive Advantages

Sonic Healthcare's competitive advantages include its strong global presence in key markets, a unique Medical Leadership culture that enhances clinical outcomes, and a federated management structure that allows local leadership teams to remain embedded in their communities.

Risk Factors

  • Regulatory changes in healthcare
  • Economic downturns affecting healthcare spending
  • Competition from other diagnostics companies

Recent Developments

Last 6 months

In September 2025, Sonic Healthcare announced the succession of its CEO, with Dr Jim Newcombe taking over from Dr Colin Goldschmidt, who retired after 32 years of leadership.

Key People

Leadership team at Sonic Healthcare

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Dr Jim Newcombe

CEO

Dr Jim Newcombe is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Sonic Healthcare, succeeding Dr Colin Goldschmidt in 2025.

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Paul Alexander

CFO

Paul Alexander serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Company Secretary of Sonic Healthcare.

Financial Reports

24 reports available

Annual Report to shareholders

Annual ReportSep 24, 2025via asx_announcements

Media Release - Full Year Results to 30 June 2025

Full Year ResultsAug 21, 2025via asx_announcements

Preliminary Final Report

Annual ResultsAug 21, 2025via asx_announcements

CEO Presentation - Full Year Results to 30 June 2025

Full Year ResultsAug 21, 2025via asx_announcements

CEO Presentation Half Year Results to 31 December 2024

Half Year ResultsFeb 20, 2025via asx_announcements

Media Release Half Year Results to 31 December 2024

Half Year ResultsFeb 20, 2025via asx_announcements

Half Yearly Report and Accounts

Half Year ResultsFeb 20, 2025via asx_announcements

Annual Report to Shareholders

Annual ReportSep 27, 2024via asx_announcements

Preliminary Final Report

Annual ResultsAug 22, 2024via asx_announcements

CEO Presentation - Full Year Results to 30 June 2024

Full Year ResultsAug 22, 2024via asx_announcements

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