Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) reported Q1 EPS of $1.56, $0.03 better than the analyst estimate of $1.53. Revenue for the quarter came in at $17.4 billion versus the consensus estimate of $17.32 billion.

Net earnings and diluted earnings per share for the first quarter of 2015 were $4.3 billion and $1.53, respectively. First-quarter 2015 net earnings included after-tax intangible amortization expense of approximately $0.2 billion and a net gain of after-tax special items of approximately $0.1 billion, primarily related to net litigation gains partially offset by costs related to the DePuy ASR™ Hip program. First-quarter 2014 net earnings included after-tax intangible amortization expense of approximately $0.3 billion and a net gain of after-tax special items of approximately $0.3 billion as shown in the accompanying reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures. Excluding after-tax intangible amortization expense and special items, adjusted net earnings for the current quarter were $4.4 billion and adjusted diluted earnings per share were $1.56, representing decreases of 5.9% and 4.3%, respectively, as compared to the same period in 2014.*

"The company delivered strong underlying growth in the first quarter driven by new products and the strength of the core business. Of note is the continued robust growth of the Pharmaceutical business and the solid performance of our Consumer brands," said Alex Gorsky, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "I am proud of our global teams who focus every day on delivering innovative solutions to address evolving health care needs."

Guidance:

Johnson & Johnson sees FY2015 EPS of $6.04 - $6.19, versus prior guidance of $6.12 - $6.27 and the consensus of $6.16.

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