Company Profile For McKesson Corporation

McKesson Corporation (McKesson) provides supply, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates through two segments: The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment and The McKesson Technology Solutions segment. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment distributes ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment, and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells pharmacy software and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, and strategic management software solutions, pharmacy automation for hospitals, as well as connectivity, outsourcing and other services.

BRIEF: For the six months ended 30 September 2009, McKesson Corporation's revenues increased 1% to $53.79B. Net income increased 5% to $589M. Revenues reflect an increase in sales from the Distribution Solutions and Technology Solutions divisions. Net income also reflects a fall in operating expense and a rise in gross profit margins. The Company provides supply, information & care management products and service across the healthcare industry.