SAN DIEGO, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ResMed Inc. announced today that it has been named to Forbes' list of the 200 Best Small Companies in America. The ranking is based on five-year performance in sales growth, return on equity, growth in earnings, and relative strength of stock price. ResMed has been recognized by Forbes for eight consecutive years and this year ranked 29th on the list.
"I am delighted that Forbes has again recognized ResMed as one of America's best small companies. Our consistent record of financial growth reflects our team's unflagging efforts in over 60 countries around the world," stated Peter C. Farrell, PhD, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "I am proud of our track record of delivering strong returns to shareholders and of our history of providing innovative therapies to patients suffering from sleep-disordered breathing."
About ResMed
ResMed is a leading manufacturer of medical equipment for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of sleep-disordered breathing, which is estimated to affect approximately 43 million Americans. We are dedicated to improving awareness among patients and healthcare professionals of the potentially serious health consequences of untreated sleep-disordered breathing and to developing innovative technology to improve the lives of those who suffer from this condition. For more information on ResMed, visit http://www.resmed.com/.
ResMed Inc.CONTACT: Hillary Theakston, Director of Investor Relations of ResMedInc., +1-858-746-2610, hillaryt@resmed.com
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