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United Parcel Service (UPS) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$135.21
+0.64 (+0.48%)
(As of 10:08 AM ET)

United Parcel Service - 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
1
Hold
10
Buy
12

Based on 23 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for United Parcel Service in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 23 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 10 have given a hold rating, 10 have given a buy rating, and 2 have given a strong buy rating for UPS.

Consensus Price Target

$151.24
12.39% Upside
According to the 23 analysts' twelve-month price targets for United Parcel Service, the average price target is $151.24. The highest price target for UPS is $180.00, while the lowest price target for UPS is $100.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 12.39% from the current price of $135.21.
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UPS Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
10/16/23 to 10/15/24
1 Month Ago
9/16/23 to 9/15/24
3 Months Ago
7/18/23 to 7/17/24
1 Year Ago
10/16/22 to 10/16/23
Strong Buy
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
10 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
Hold
10 Hold rating(s)
10 Hold rating(s)
12 Hold rating(s)
16 Hold rating(s)
Sell
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$151.24$149.68$164.55$187.96
Forecasted Upside12.39% Upside17.64% Upside11.64% Upside19.99% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Hold
Hold

UPS 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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UPS 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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United Parcel Service Stock vs. The Competition

TypeUnited Parcel ServiceTransportation CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.57
2.58
2.50
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyHold
Predicted Upside12.39% Upside27.88% Upside6.24% Upside
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
10/10/2024Wells Fargo & Company
3 of 5 stars
C. Wetherbee
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Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$134.00 ➝ $142.00+5.97%
10/9/2024The Goldman Sachs Group
2 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$165.00 ➝ $162.00+21.47%
10/9/2024Citigroup
3 of 5 stars
A. Rosa
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Initiated CoverageBuy$162.00+23.70%
8/22/2024TD Cowen
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 Initiated CoverageHold$144.00+12.57%
7/24/2024Baird R W
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G. Holland
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7/24/2024Stephens
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 Lower TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$168.00 ➝ $140.00+9.10%
7/24/2024Robert W. Baird
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 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$170.00 ➝ $160.00+25.42%
7/24/2024Barclays
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 Lower TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$145.00 ➝ $120.00-5.93%
7/24/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$150.00 ➝ $144.00+14.90%
7/24/2024UBS Group
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$175.00 ➝ $159.00+26.87%
7/24/2024Susquehanna
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$160.00 ➝ $135.00+7.88%
7/24/2024Oppenheimer
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 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$157.00 ➝ $140.00+9.67%
7/24/2024Stifel Nicolaus
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$170.00 ➝ $151.00+18.28%
7/24/2024BMO Capital Markets
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 Lower TargetMarket Perform ➝ Market Perform$169.00 ➝ $155.00+21.42%
7/22/2024Bank of America
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$160.00 ➝ $158.00+9.49%
6/24/2024Evercore ISI
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 Lower TargetIn-Line ➝ In-Line$157.00 ➝ $145.00+4.21%
4/25/2024HSBC
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 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy$150.00 ➝ $170.00+15.95%
4/3/2024Redburn Atlantic
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 UpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy$180.00+20.63%
3/28/2024Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$183.00 ➝ $179.00+20.50%
3/27/2024Morgan Stanley
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 Boost TargetUnderweight ➝ Underweight$95.00 ➝ $100.00-30.45%
1/31/2024Raymond James
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 Lower TargetStrong-Buy ➝ Strong-Buy$185.00 ➝ $175.00+20.62%
1/31/2024Argus
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold
12/26/2023Daiwa Capital Markets
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 DowngradeOutperform ➝ Neutral$155.00-2.05%
8/9/2023Credit Suisse Group
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$204.00 ➝ $194.00+7.43%
8/9/2023Loop Capital
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold$210.00 ➝ $195.00+7.98%
6/6/2023Atlantic Securities
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 Initiated CoverageNeutral$162.00-3.47%
4/25/2023Wolfe Research
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 UpgradeUnderperform ➝ Market Perform
3/27/2023Melius
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 Initiated CoverageOverweight$225.00+20.92%
2/1/2023Cowen
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 Boost TargetMarket Perform$187.00 ➝ $195.00+5.27%
2/1/2023KeyCorp
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 Boost TargetOverweight$200.00 ➝ $215.00+16.07%
11/30/2022Exane BNP Paribas
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 DowngradeNeutral ➝ Underperform
10/26/2022Susquehanna Bancshares
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 Boost Target$160.00 ➝ $165.00-2.37%
10/26/2022Cowen
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 Lower TargetMarket Perform$232.00 ➝ $187.00+10.64%
10/24/2022Jefferies Financial Group
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 Initiated CoverageBuy$190.00+13.40%

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Should I Buy United Parcel Service Stock? UPS Pros and Cons Explained

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United Parcel Service
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in United Parcel Service, Inc.:

  • United Parcel Service, Inc. provides a wide range of transportation and delivery services, including distribution, contract logistics, and insurance services.
  • With a strong presence in both the U.S. and international markets, United Parcel Service, Inc. has a diversified revenue stream.
  • Recent developments in the company's operations have shown efficiency improvements and cost-saving measures, which could lead to increased profitability.
  • United Parcel Service, Inc. has been investing in technology and innovation to enhance its services and stay competitive in the industry.
  • The current stock price of United Parcel Service, Inc. is favorable for investors looking to enter the market at a reasonable valuation.

United Parcel Service
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in United Parcel Service, Inc. for these reasons:

  • While United Parcel Service, Inc. has a strong market presence, it also faces intense competition from other logistics and delivery companies.
  • Fluctuations in fuel prices and other operating costs could impact United Parcel Service, Inc.'s profitability and margins.
  • Changes in global trade policies and regulations could affect United Parcel Service, Inc.'s international operations and revenue.
  • Investing in United Parcel Service, Inc. involves exposure to economic cycles and market volatility, which may lead to fluctuations in the stock price.
  • Despite recent improvements, United Parcel Service, Inc. still faces challenges in optimizing its supply chain and operational efficiency.

UPS Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 23 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for United Parcel Service is $151.24, with a high forecast of $180.00 and a low forecast of $100.00.

23 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for United Parcel Service in the last twelve months. There is currently 1 sell rating, 10 hold ratings, 10 buy ratings and 2 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" UPS shares.

According to analysts, United Parcel Service's stock has a predicted upside of 11.85% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, United Parcel Service's stock had 1 upgrade by analysts.

Analysts like United Parcel Service less than other "transportation" companies. The consensus rating score for United Parcel Service is 2.57 while the average consensus rating score for "transportation" companies is 2.58. Learn more on how UPS compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:UPS) was last updated on 10/15/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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