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Compass Group (CPG) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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GBX 30.93 0.00 (0.00%)
As of 08/21/2026 12:30 PM Eastern
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Compass Group - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Buy
Based on 8 Analyst Ratings
Sell
0
Hold
0
Buy
8

Based on 8 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Compass Group in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Buy." Out of the 8 analysts, 8 have given a buy rating for CPG.

Consensus Price Target

GBX 2,932.50
According to the 8 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Compass Group, the average price target is GBX 2,932.50. The highest price target for CPG is GBX 3,100, while the lowest price target for CPG is GBX 2,600. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 9,381.09% from the current price of GBX 30.93.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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CPG Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
8/24/25 to 8/24/26		1 Month Ago
7/25/25 to 7/25/26		3 Months Ago
5/26/25 to 5/26/26		1 Year Ago
8/24/24 to 8/24/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
8 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
3 Buy rating(s)
Hold
0 Hold rating(s)
0 Hold rating(s)
0 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price TargetGBX 2,932.50GBX 2,932.50GBX 2,932.50GBX 2,770
Consensus RatingBuyBuyBuyModerate Buy

CPG Analyst Recommendations By Month

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CPG Price Targets by Month

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Compass Group Stock vs. The Competition

TypeCompass GroupConsumer Discretionary Companies
Consensus Rating Score
3.00
2.21
Consensus RatingBuyHold
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside		Details
7/22/2026
Royal Bank Of Canada logo
Royal Bank Of Canada
3 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingOutperform
7/21/2026
Shore Capital Group Ltd logo
Shore Capital Group
1 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingBuy
7/1/2026
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. logo
Jefferies Financial Group
3 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingBuy
5/15/2026
Berenberg Bank logo
Berenberg Bank
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 Reiterated RatingBuy
5/11/2026
UBS Group AG logo
UBS Group
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 Reiterated RatingBuy
5/5/2026
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft logo
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Reiterated RatingBuy
12/2/2025
JPMorgan Chase & Co. logo
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Reiterated RatingOverweightGBX 3,100+33.22%
11/27/2025
Citigroup Inc. logo
Citigroup
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 UpgradeBuyGBX 2,750 ➝ GBX 3,000+26.64%

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Should I Buy Compass Group Stock? CPG Pros and Cons Explained

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Compass Group
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Compass Group PLC:

  • Compass Group PLC operates in over 25 countries, providing a diversified revenue stream that can help mitigate risks associated with economic downturns in specific regions.
  • The company has a strong workforce of over 590,000 employees, which supports its ability to deliver high-quality food services across various sectors.
  • Recent reports indicate that Compass Group PLC generated underlying revenues exceeding $46 billion for the 2025 fiscal year, showcasing its robust financial performance.
  • The current stock price is around $720, reflecting investor confidence and the company's strong market position in the food services industry.
  • Compass Group PLC's focus on specialized consumer services allows it to cater to niche markets, enhancing its competitive advantage and potential for growth.

Compass Group
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Compass Group PLC for these reasons:

  • Despite its global presence, Compass Group PLC faces intense competition in the food services sector, which could impact its market share and profitability.
  • Fluctuations in commodity prices can affect the cost of food supplies, potentially squeezing margins and impacting overall financial performance.
  • As a company heavily reliant on outsourced services, any changes in labor laws or regulations in its operating countries could pose operational challenges.
  • Recent updates on share capital and voting rights may indicate potential changes in governance that could affect investor confidence.
  • Economic uncertainties and potential recessions in key markets could lead to reduced spending on food services, impacting revenue growth.

CPG Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 8 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Compass Group is GBX 2,932.50, with a high forecast of GBX 3,100 and a low forecast of GBX 2,600.

8 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Compass Group in the last twelve months. There are currently 8 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "buy" CPG shares.

According to analysts, Compass Group's stock has a predicted upside of 9,381.09% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Compass Group has been rated by research analysts at Jefferies Financial Group, Royal Bank Of Canada, and Shore Capital Group in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Compass Group more than other "consumer discretionary" companies. The consensus rating for Compass Group is Buy while the average consensus rating for "consumer discretionary" companies is Hold. Learn more on how CPG compares to other companies.

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This page (LON:CPG) was last updated on 8/24/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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