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National Grid (NG) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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GBX 1,222.50 -15.00 (-1.21%)
As of 07/27/2026
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National Grid - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Hold
Based on 7 Analyst Ratings
Sell
1
Hold
3
Buy
3

Based on 7 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for National Grid in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 7 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 3 have given a hold rating, and 3 have given a buy rating for NG.

Consensus Price Target

GBX 1,315.43
According to the 7 analysts' twelve-month price targets for National Grid, the average price target is GBX 1,315.43. The highest price target for NG is GBX 1,440, while the lowest price target for NG is GBX 1,160. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 7.60% from the current price of GBX 1,222.50.
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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NG Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
7/28/25 to 7/28/26		1 Month Ago
6/28/25 to 6/28/26		3 Months Ago
4/29/25 to 4/29/26		1 Year Ago
7/28/24 to 7/28/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
3 Buy rating(s)
3 Buy rating(s)
3 Buy rating(s)
1 Buy rating(s)
Hold
3 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
Sell
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price TargetGBX 1,315.43GBX 1,315.43GBX 1,336.60GBX 1,135
Consensus RatingHoldHoldModerate BuyBuy

NG Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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NG Price Targets by Month

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National Grid Stock vs. The Competition

TypeNational GridUtilities Companies
Consensus Rating Score
2.29
2.33
Consensus RatingHoldHold
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside		Details
7/2/2026
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. logo
Jefferies Financial Group
2 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingHoldGBX 1,410+16.43%
7/2/2026
Royal Bank Of Canada logo
Royal Bank Of Canada
2 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingSector performGBX 1,375+13.54%
5/11/2026
UBS Group AG logo
UBS Group
4 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingSellGBX 1,160 ➝ GBX 1,160-9.20%
5/7/2026
JPMorgan Chase & Co. logo
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Lower TargetOverweightGBX 1,450 ➝ GBX 1,440+11.44%
4/28/2026
Citigroup Inc. logo
Citigroup
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 Boost TargetNeutralGBX 1,149 ➝ GBX 1,253-3.14%
4/1/2026
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft logo
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Lower TargetBuyGBX 1,430 ➝ GBX 1,370+7.92%
10/16/2025
Barclays PLC logo
Barclays
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 Reiterated RatingOverweightGBX 1,200+8.21%
10/14/2024
Berenberg Bank logo
Berenberg Bank
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 Lower TargetHoldGBX 1,150 ➝ GBX 1,070+6.10%

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Should I Buy National Grid Stock? NG Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these National Grid pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

National Grid
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in National Grid plc:

  • The current stock price is around GBX 1,440, reflecting a stable valuation in the utilities sector.
  • National Grid plc has a diversified operational structure, providing electricity and gas distribution across multiple regions, which can mitigate risks associated with market fluctuations.
  • Recent analyst ratings indicate a consensus "Hold" rating, suggesting that the stock is viewed as a stable investment with potential for moderate growth.
  • The company is involved in renewable energy projects, aligning with global trends towards sustainability, which could enhance long-term growth prospects.
  • National Grid plc's strong presence in both the UK and US markets provides a broad customer base, potentially leading to increased revenue streams.

National Grid
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in National Grid plc for these reasons:

  • Recent price target reductions by analysts, such as from GBX 1,450 to GBX 1,440, may indicate a lack of confidence in short-term growth.
  • With three analysts rating the stock as a "Buy" and three as a "Hold," there is uncertainty in the market regarding its future performance.
  • The company faces regulatory challenges in the utilities sector, which could impact profitability and operational efficiency.
  • Increased competition in the energy sector, particularly from renewable sources, may pressure National Grid plc's market share and pricing strategies.
  • Economic fluctuations and changes in energy demand could adversely affect the company's revenue, making it a riskier investment in volatile markets.

NG Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 7 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for National Grid is GBX 1,315.43, with a high forecast of GBX 1,440 and a low forecast of GBX 1,160.

7 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for National Grid in the last twelve months. There is currently 1 sell rating, 3 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" NG shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in NG, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.

According to analysts, National Grid's stock has a predicted upside of 7.60% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

National Grid has been rated by research analysts at Jefferies Financial Group, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Royal Bank Of Canada, and UBS Group in the past 90 days.

Analysts like National Grid less than other "utilities" companies. The consensus rating score for National Grid is 2.29 while the average consensus rating score for "utilities" companies is 2.33. Learn more on how NG compares to other companies.

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This page (LON:NG) was last updated on 7/28/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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