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Boston Scientific (BSX) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$44.18 +1.18 (+2.73%)
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Boston Scientific - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
2
Hold
3
Buy
26

Based on 31 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Boston Scientific in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 31 analysts, 2 have given a sell rating, 3 have given a hold rating, 25 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for BSX.

Consensus Price Target

$68.23
54.46% Upside
According to the 31 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Boston Scientific, the average price target is $68.23. The highest price target for BSX is $124.00, while the lowest price target for BSX is $48.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 54.46% from the current price of $44.18.
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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BSX Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
10/15/25 to 10/15/26
1 Month Ago
9/15/25 to 9/15/26
3 Months Ago
7/17/25 to 7/17/26
1 Year Ago
10/15/24 to 10/15/25
Strong Buy
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
25 Buy rating(s)
27 Buy rating(s)
25 Buy rating(s)
23 Buy rating(s)
Hold
3 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
Sell
2 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$68.23$73.67$82.43$120.71
Forecasted Upside54.46% Upside67.91% Upside87.54% Upside23.46% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy

BSX 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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BSX Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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Boston Scientific Stock vs. The Competition

TypeBoston ScientificHealthcare CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.81
2.32
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside55.28% Upside1,132.49% Upside18.91% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Report Date
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
10/14/2026
Truist Financial Corporation logo
Truist Financial
2 of 5 stars
Richard Newitter
1 of 5 stars
Lower TargetBuy$57.00 ➝ $51.00+19.64%
10/13/2026
Mizuho logo
Mizuho
3 of 5 stars
Anthony Petrone
Anthony Petrone
4 of 5 stars
Set Target$55.00+27.62%
10/9/2026
Leerink Partners logo
Leerink Partners
3 of 5 stars
Mike Kratky
Mike Kratky
Not Rated
Lower Target$60.00 ➝ $55.00+27.77%
10/7/2026 Lower TargetOutperform$65.00 ➝ $52.00+20.89%
10/7/2026UpgradeHold
10/5/2026Lower TargetNeutral$50.00 ➝ $48.00+12.88%
10/3/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$60.00 ➝ $54.00+26.74%
10/2/2026 Reiterated RatingSell (D+)
9/23/2026Lower TargetEqual Weight$50.00 ➝ $48.00+7.67%
9/21/2026Lower TargetOutperform$85.00 ➝ $65.00+49.74%
9/17/2026Reiterated RatingBuy
9/9/2026Lower TargetBuy$60.00 ➝ $56.00+24.44%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingBuy ➝ Hold
7/30/2026Lower TargetOutperform$85.00 ➝ $70.00+54.19%
7/30/2026Lower TargetBuy$74.00 ➝ $67.00+47.58%
7/30/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$75.00 ➝ $60.00+34.09%
7/30/2026Set Target$56.00+21.57%
7/30/2026Lower TargetBuy$70.00 ➝ $66.00+47.50%
7/30/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$78.00 ➝ $57.00+23.74%
7/30/2026 Lower TargetBuy$106.00 ➝ $78.00+81.34%
7/30/2026Lower TargetBuy$67.00 ➝ $60.00+39.49%
7/30/2026 Lower TargetOverweight$80.00 ➝ $56.00+30.19%
7/29/2026Set Target$60.00+30.25%
7/29/2026 Lower Target$65.00 ➝ $60.00+39.48%
7/14/2026Lower TargetBuy$71.00 ➝ $57.00+32.50%
7/8/2026Lower TargetBuy$77.00 ➝ $57.00+25.84%
6/12/2026Lower Target$68.00 ➝ $61.00+41.80%
6/5/2026 DowngradeHold ➝ Strong Sell
5/29/2026DowngradeOutperform ➝ Peer Perform
4/29/2026 DowngradeStrong-Buy ➝ Hold$83.00 ➝ $60.00+4.85%
2/5/2026Lower TargetOverweight$130.00 ➝ $118.00+56.29%
2/2/2026 Set Target$115.00+24.35%
10/3/2025 DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold

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Should I Buy Boston Scientific Stock? BSX 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 Monday, October 12, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Boston Scientific pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Boston Scientific
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Boston Scientific Co.:

  • Boston Scientific Co. is currently trading at $43.78, which is near its 52-week low of $41.38, offering a potential entry point for value-oriented investors. The stock has a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.73, which is relatively low for a medical technology company, suggesting that the market may be undervaluing the company's future earnings potential compared to its historical performance.
  • The company demonstrated strong financial performance in its most recent quarter, reporting earnings per share of $0.86, which beat the consensus estimate of $0.83. Revenue also exceeded expectations at $5.44 billion, up 7.5% year-over-year, indicating robust demand for its medical devices and effective execution of its business strategy.
  • Boston Scientific Co. has a low beta of 0.58, meaning its stock price tends to be less volatile than the overall market. This characteristic can make it a suitable investment for risk-averse investors or those looking to stabilize their portfolio during periods of market uncertainty.
  • The company has a strong balance sheet with a current ratio of 1.24 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43, indicating good liquidity and manageable leverage. This financial health provides a buffer against economic downturns and supports the company's ability to invest in research and development.
  • Boston Scientific Co. is a leader in the medical technology sector, offering a diverse portfolio of devices for cardiovascular care, endoscopy, urology, and neuromodulation. This diversification reduces reliance on any single product line and positions the company to benefit from growing demand for minimally invasive procedures.

Boston Scientific
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Boston Scientific Co. for these reasons:

  • The stock has experienced a significant decline, reaching a 52-week low of $41.38, which is a substantial drop from its 52-week high of $105.65. This downward trend may indicate underlying issues with the company's business model or market conditions that could continue to pressure the stock price.
  • Analysts have recently lowered their price targets for Boston Scientific Co., with Leerink Partners cutting its target from $60.00 to $55.00 and Wells Fargo lowering its target from $50.00 to $48.00. These reductions suggest that analysts are becoming more cautious about the company's future growth prospects.
  • The company's guidance for the current fiscal year is below the consensus estimate, with Boston Scientific Co. projecting earnings per share of $3.280 to $3.320, while analysts expect $3.360. This gap may indicate that the company is facing challenges in meeting market expectations, which could lead to further stock price declines.
  • Boston Scientific Co. is facing legal challenges, including a patent infringement lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson over a heart procedure tool. Such litigation can be costly and distracting for management, potentially impacting the company's operational focus and financial performance.
  • The company is undergoing a significant organizational restructuring, including the appointment of a new COO and a split into three segments. While this may be intended to improve efficiency, such changes can introduce uncertainty and disrupt business operations, potentially affecting short-term performance.

BSX Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 31 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Boston Scientific is $68.23, with a high forecast of $124.00 and a low forecast of $48.00.

31 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Boston Scientific in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 3 hold ratings, 25 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" BSX shares.

According to analysts, Boston Scientific's stock has a predicted upside of 54.46% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Boston Scientific's stock had 1 upgrade and 1 downgrade by analysts.

Analysts like Boston Scientific more than other "healthcare" companies. The consensus rating for Boston Scientific is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "healthcare" companies is Hold. Learn more on how BSX compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for Boston Scientific analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 10/14/2026.
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