Changed Risks for MEDTRONIC PLC (MDT)

Here are risks that changed year over year. risks from the recent filings of MEDTRONIC PLC. Our algorithms work hard to highlight risks unique to this company.

If we experience decreasing prices for our goods and services and we are unable to reduce our expenses, there may be a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows

The Medtronic, Inc tax court proceeding outcome could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition

The failure to comply with anti-bribery laws could materially adversely affect our business and result in civil and/or criminal sanctions

Quality problems and product liability claims could lead to recalls or safety alerts, reputational harm, adverse verdicts or costly settlements, and could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows

Health care industry cost-containment measures could result in reduced sales of our medical devices and medical device components

Our failure to comply with laws and regulations relating to reimbursement of health care goods and services may subject us to penalties and adversely impact our reputation, business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows

We are incorporated in Ireland, and Irish law differs from the laws in effect in the US and may afford less protection to holders of our securities

Reduction or interruption in supply or other manufacturing difficulties may adversely affect our manufacturing operations and related product sales

We rely on the proper function, security and availability of our information technology systems and data to operate our business, and a breach, cyber-attack or other disruption to these systems or data could materially and adversely affect our business, results of operations, financial condition, cash flows, reputation or competitive position

Other Factors Impacting Our Operations - Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations

Changes in tax laws or exposure to additional income tax liabilities could have a material impact on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows

Health care policy changes may have a material adverse effect on us

As an Irish public limited company, certain capital structure decisions require shareholder approval, which may limit Medtronic’s flexibility to manage its capital structure

We are subject to a variety of risks associated with global operations that could adversely affect our profitability and operating results