C. R. Bard Q4 Profit Rises - Quick Facts

(RTTNews) - C. R. Bard, Inc. (BCR) reported that its fourth-quarter net income increased to $667.50 million or $8.28 per share, from $128.20 million or $1.52 per share, last year. Adjusted net income was $114.7 million or $1.42 per share, for the quarter.

On average, 20 analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected the company to report profit per share of $1.39 for the quarter. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.

Net sales were $791.30 million, compared to $762.60 million, a year ago. Analysts expected revenue of $781.28 million for the quarter.