Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is one of the largest companies in the world. It has brand names that are familiar to most consumers, such as Band-Aid, Tylenol, and Listerine. The company also sells pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Indeed, J&J has a long track record of success, as shown in the Statistical Array. Earnings and dividends per share have risen every year since the turn of the century, and the company’s record of earnings and dividend growth actually goes back far longer than the figures on our page (31 years for earnings, 52 years for dividends). Returns on equity have consistently been above 20%. Profit margins are high, as well. However, the company is facing some challenges.