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National Australia Bank (NABZY) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$13.80 -0.03 (-0.22%)
As of 09/14/2026 03:59 PM Eastern

National Australia Bank - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
2
Buy
3

Based on 5 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for National Australia Bank in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Buy." Out of the 5 analysts, 2 have given a hold rating, 1 has given a buy rating, and 2 have given a strong buy rating for NABZY.

Consensus Price Target

$42.50
207.97% Upside
According to the 5 analysts' twelve-month price targets for National Australia Bank, the average price target is $42.50. The highest price target for NABZY is $42.50, while the lowest price target for NABZY is $42.50. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 207.97% from the current price of $13.80.
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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NABZY Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
9/15/25 to 9/15/26
1 Month Ago
8/16/25 to 8/16/26
3 Months Ago
6/17/25 to 6/17/26
1 Year Ago
9/15/24 to 9/15/25
Strong Buy
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
N/A
Buy
1 Buy rating(s)
1 Buy rating(s)
0 Buy rating(s)
N/A
Hold
2 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
N/A
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
N/A
Consensus Price Target$42.50$42.50$38.00N/A
Forecasted Upside207.97% Upside191.70% Upside192.53% UpsideN/A
Consensus RatingBuyModerate BuyHoldN/A

NABZY 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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NABZY Price Targets by Month

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National Australia Bank Stock vs. The Competition

TypeNational Australia BankFinance CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
3.00
2.27
2.53
Consensus RatingBuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside207.97% Upside30.97% Upside16.51% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
9/10/2026 UpgradeStrong SellHold
7/1/2026 UpgradeNeutralBuy$42.50+231.00%
4/21/2026
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Zacks Research
5 of 5 stars
 DowngradeStrong-BuyHold
1/27/2026 UpgradeHoldStrong-Buy
1/21/2026 UpgradeHoldStrong-Buy

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Should I Buy National Australia Bank Stock? NABZY 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 Friday, September 11, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these National Australia Bank pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

National Australia Bank
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in National Australia Bank Limited:

  • The stock is currently trading at $13.83, which is significantly below its 52-week high of $18.13, potentially offering a value entry point for investors looking to capitalize on a rebound from recent price corrections.
  • Short interest in the stock has decreased substantially, dropping 66.9% in August to 21,014 shares, which suggests that bearish sentiment is fading and that market participants are increasingly confident in the company's future performance.
  • Goldman Sachs recently upgraded the stock from a "strong sell" to a "hold" rating, indicating that major institutional investors are beginning to view the bank's fundamentals more favorably after a period of skepticism.
  • The company offers a dividend yield of 3.90%, providing a steady stream of income for investors who prioritize cash flow over pure capital appreciation in their portfolio.
  • National Australia Bank Limited is actively engaging with emerging technologies, such as hosting events on the use of AI for back-office tasks, which demonstrates a commitment to operational efficiency and modernization in the financial services sector.

National Australia Bank
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in National Australia Bank Limited for these reasons:

  • Morgan Stanley recently issued a "Sell" rating on the stock, signaling that some prominent analysts still believe the company is overvalued or faces significant headwinds that outweigh its current strengths.
  • The stock has experienced a significant decline from its 52-week high of $18.13 to the current price of $13.83, indicating a strong downward trend that may continue as investors reassess the bank's valuation.
  • Several other major financial institutions, including Macquarie, Citi, and J.P. Morgan, have maintained "Hold" ratings, suggesting a lack of strong bullish conviction among key market players who see limited upside potential in the near term.
  • The company's P/E ratio is listed as 0.00, which may indicate accounting complexities or a lack of clear earnings visibility that could deter value-focused investors seeking straightforward fundamental metrics.
  • Despite the recent drop in short interest, the stock has shown volatility with multiple "Gap Down" events in recent months, reflecting ongoing uncertainty and potential for sharp price drops that could erode investor capital.

NABZY Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 5 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for National Australia Bank is $42.50, with a high forecast of $42.50 and a low forecast of $42.50.

5 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for National Australia Bank in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 hold ratings, 1 buy rating and 2 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "buy" NABZY shares.

According to analysts, National Australia Bank's stock has a predicted upside of 207.97% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, National Australia Bank's stock had 2 upgrades by analysts.

National Australia Bank has been rated by research analysts at National Bank Financial, and The Goldman Sachs Group in the past 90 days.

Analysts like National Australia Bank more than other "finance" companies. The consensus rating for National Australia Bank is Buy while the average consensus rating for "finance" companies is Hold. Learn more on how NABZY compares to other companies.

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MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for National Australia Bank analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 9/10/2026.
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