medical supplies

Dental supply maker Patterson Companies Inc (NASDAQ:PDCO) announced Thursday that it is exploring strategic options, including a sale or merger, to boost shareholder value. What Happened: The company disclosed the sale process as part of its second-quarter financial report. Earnings were mixed...

Medical supplier Becton Dickinson and Co (NYSE: BDX) is scheduled to release fiscal fourth-quarter results Tuesday ahead of the market open. The Thesis Becton is likely to wrap the year on a strong note on both the top- and bottom-line, according to JPMorgan Securities analysts. The research...