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Price Target

An analyst's 12-month price projection for a stock.

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Derived from valuation models (DCF, peer multiples). Consensus price target is the average across all covering analysts. Stocks trading well below consensus targets may indicate value; well above suggests caution.

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What is Price Target?

An analyst's 12-month price projection for a stock. Derived from valuation models (DCF, peer multiples). Consensus price target is the average across all covering analysts. Stocks trading well below consensus targets may indicate value; well above suggests caution.

Why does Price Target matter for investors?

In research, Price Target is one of the building blocks investors use to compare opportunities and assess risk. Understanding it helps you read research notes, earnings reports, and market commentary without getting lost in jargon.

How is Price Target used in practice?

Derived from valuation models (DCF, peer multiples). Consensus price target is the average across all covering analysts.

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