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BAE Systems (BAESY) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$60.91 +0.96 (+1.60%)
(As of 12/11/2024 ET)

BAE Systems - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

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
2
Hold
0
Buy
1

Based on 3 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for BAE Systems in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Reduce." Out of the 3 analysts, 2 have given a sell rating, and 1 has given a buy rating for BAESY.

Consensus Price Target

N/A

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BAESY Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
12/13/23 to 12/12/24
1 Month Ago
11/13/23 to 11/12/24
3 Months Ago
9/14/23 to 9/13/24
1 Year Ago
12/13/22 to 12/13/23
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
1 Buy rating(s)
1 Buy rating(s)
2 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
Hold
0 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
Sell
2 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price TargetN/AN/AN/AN/A
Forecasted UpsideN/AN/AN/AN/A
Consensus Rating
Reduce
Hold
Hold
Moderate Buy

BAESY 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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BAESY Price Targets by Month

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BAE Systems Stock vs. The Competition

TypeBAE SystemsAerospace CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
1.67
2.65
2.51
Consensus RatingReduceModerate BuyModerate Buy
Predicted UpsideN/A40.72% Upside9.52% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
11/29/2024Bank of America
3 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingNeutral ➝ Underperform
7/29/2024Citigroup
3 of 5 stars
C. Armitage
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1/18/2024BNP Paribas
3 of 5 stars
 DowngradeNeutral ➝ Underperform
10/2/2023Berenberg Bank
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 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy
9/20/2023Societe Generale
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold
8/18/2023Kepler Capital Markets
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 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy
8/8/2023Barclays
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 Boost TargetGBX 1,020 ➝ GBX 1,250
8/7/2023Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Boost TargetGBX 1,090 ➝ GBX 1,140
8/3/2023JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Boost TargetGBX 1,100 ➝ GBX 1,150
8/2/2023Jefferies Financial Group
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 Boost TargetGBX 1,100 ➝ GBX 1,120
6/13/2023Morgan Stanley
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 Initiated CoverageOverweight
1/31/2023UBS Group
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 UpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy

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Should I Buy BAE Systems Stock? BAESY 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 Saturday, December 7, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these BAE Systems pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

BAE Systems
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in BAE Systems plc:

  • BAE Systems plc has recently received a "buy" rating from Citigroup, indicating positive sentiment from analysts which could lead to potential stock price appreciation.
  • The current stock price is $71.66, reflecting a strong performance with a twelve-month high of $72.81, suggesting resilience and investor confidence in the company's market position.
  • Institutional investors have shown increased interest, with significant stakes being added by firms like Confluence Investment Management LLC, which acquired a new position worth approximately $682,000, indicating confidence in the company's future prospects.
  • BAE Systems plc operates in the defense, aerospace, and security sectors, which are often less volatile and can provide stable returns, especially in times of geopolitical uncertainty.
  • The company has announced a dividend of $0.6333 per share, which is attractive for income-focused investors looking for regular cash flow from their investments.

BAE Systems
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in BAE Systems plc for these reasons:

  • Bank of America has reaffirmed an "underperform" rating for BAE Systems plc, suggesting that the stock may not perform well compared to its peers, which could deter potential investors.
  • The stock has experienced fluctuations, recently trading down 4.2% to $62.44, indicating potential volatility that could pose risks for investors looking for stable returns.
  • Despite recent institutional interest, only 0.21% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds, which may indicate a lack of widespread confidence in the stock's performance.
  • BAE Systems plc has a twelve-month low of $51.72, which highlights the potential for significant price drops, raising concerns about the stock's stability.
  • The company has cut its dividend, which may signal financial strain or a shift in strategy that could impact future returns for investors relying on dividend income.

BAESY Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

3 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for BAE Systems in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "reduce" BAESY shares.

According to analysts, BAE Systems's stock has a predicted downside of -100.00% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

BAE Systems has been rated by research analysts at Bank of America in the past 90 days.

Analysts like BAE Systems less than other "aerospace" companies. The consensus rating for BAE Systems is Reduce while the average consensus rating for "aerospace" companies is Moderate Buy. Learn more on how BAESY compares to other companies.


This page (OTCMKTS:BAESY) was last updated on 12/12/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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