Analyzing Baxter International’s Operational Performance
Sales from Baxter International’s (BAX) advanced surgery business, which includes biological products and medical devices that are used in surgical procedures, increased from $178 million in the second quarter of 2017 to $204 million in the second quarter of 2018. The marketing and administrative expenses incurred by Baxter International increased from $630 million in the second quarter of 2017 to $681 million in the second quarter of 2018.