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STMicroelectronics (STM) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$28.20
+0.04 (+0.14%)
(As of 10/25/2024 ET)

STMicroelectronics - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2024)

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.

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
4
Buy
8

Based on 12 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for STMicroelectronics in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 12 analysts, 4 have given a hold rating, 7 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for STM.

Consensus Price Target

$39.80
41.13% Upside
According to the 12 analysts' twelve-month price targets for STMicroelectronics, the average price target is $39.80. The highest price target for STM is $45.80, while the lowest price target for STM is $35.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 41.13% from the current price of $28.20.
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STM Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
10/26/23 to 10/25/24
1 Month Ago
9/26/23 to 9/25/24
3 Months Ago
7/28/23 to 7/27/24
1 Year Ago
10/26/22 to 10/26/23
Strong Buy
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
7 Buy rating(s)
7 Buy rating(s)
7 Buy rating(s)
7 Buy rating(s)
Hold
4 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$39.80$39.80$39.80$39.80
Forecasted Upside41.13% Upside41.13% Upside41.13% Upside41.13% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy

STM 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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STM 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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STMicroelectronics Stock vs. The Competition

TypeSTMicroelectronicsComputer and Technology CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.75
2.67
2.50
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyHold
Predicted Upside40.49% Upside776.83% Upside8.95% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
10/21/2024Susquehanna
2 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetPositive ➝ Positive$45.00 ➝ $35.00+26.86%
10/10/2024Citigroup
3 of 5 stars
A. Gardiner
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7/30/2024Sanford C. Bernstein
3 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$54.00 ➝ $41.00+25.04%
7/26/2024TD Cowen
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$50.00 ➝ $40.00+19.51%
7/26/2024Morgan Stanley
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 DowngradeOverweight ➝ Equal Weight
7/25/2024Craig Hallum
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$48.00 ➝ $42.00+20.83%
6/18/2024The Goldman Sachs Group
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A. Duval
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UpgradeSell ➝ Neutral$35.50 ➝ $45.80+6.31%
4/26/2024William Blair
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 Reiterated RatingMarket Perform
4/23/2024Berenberg Bank
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 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy
2/22/2024HSBC
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 Initiated CoverageBuy
12/15/2023UBS Group
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 UpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy
10/31/2023Robert W. Baird
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 Reiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Neutral$50.00 ➝ $35.00-7.09%
7/12/2023Jefferies Financial Group
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 UpgradeUnderperform ➝ Hold
1/27/2023Cowen
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 Boost TargetOutperform$50.00 ➝ $56.00+19.94%
1/17/2023Barclays
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 Initiated CoverageOverweight
12/12/2022Susquehanna Bancshares
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 Initiated CoveragePositive$50.00+30.75%
11/1/2022Societe Generale
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 Set Target€71.00
10/28/2022Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy€48.00 ➝ €45.00

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Should I Buy STMicroelectronics Stock? STM Pros and Cons Explained

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STMicroelectronics
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in STMicroelectronics:

  • STMicroelectronics has a low price-to-earnings ratio of 7.11, indicating the stock may be undervalued compared to its earnings potential. A low P/E ratio can be attractive to value investors looking for bargains.
  • Recent dividend announcement with a dividend yield of 1.29%. Dividends can provide investors with a steady income stream, especially in uncertain market conditions.
  • STMicroelectronics has a strong quick ratio of 2.56 and a current ratio of 3.35, indicating the company has enough liquid assets to cover its short-term liabilities. This financial stability can be reassuring to investors.
  • Positive quarterly earnings report with earnings per share beating analyst estimates. This demonstrates the company's ability to generate profits and meet market expectations.
  • Institutional investors have been increasing their stake in STMicroelectronics, which can signal confidence in the company's future growth prospects.

STMicroelectronics
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in STMicroelectronics for these reasons:

  • STMicroelectronics stock has experienced a significant decline from its 12-month high of $51.27 to $27.91, indicating potential volatility and downside risk in the stock price.
  • The company's revenue was down 25.3% on a year-over-year basis, suggesting a decline in sales performance that may impact future earnings growth.
  • Analysts have downgraded the stock and lowered price targets, indicating concerns about the company's future prospects and market performance.
  • The PEG ratio of 3.35 suggests that the stock may be overvalued relative to its expected earnings growth rate. This could deter growth investors seeking stocks with better growth potential.
  • Market analysts have given a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy," implying mixed opinions on the stock's outlook, which could lead to uncertainty among investors.

STM Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 12 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for STMicroelectronics is $39.80, with a high forecast of $45.80 and a low forecast of $35.00.

12 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for STMicroelectronics in the last year. There are currently 4 hold ratings, 7 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" STM shares.

According to analysts, STMicroelectronics's stock has a predicted upside of 41.13% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, STMicroelectronics's stock had 1 upgrade by analysts.

STMicroelectronics has been rated by research analysts at Citigroup, Sanford C. Bernstein, and Susquehanna in the past 90 days.

Analysts like STMicroelectronics more than other "computer and technology" companies. The consensus rating score for STMicroelectronics is 2.75 while the average consensus rating score for "computer and technology" companies is 2.67. Learn more on how STM compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:STM) was last updated on 10/25/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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