Rolls-Royce (RYCEY) Seeks UK Support for Next-Gen Engine Development

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Apr 04, 2025
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  • Rolls-Royce is in discussions with the UK government for substantial funding for a ground-breaking engine project.
  • Analysts forecast a potential upside of 48.68% in Rolls-Royce's stock price.
  • Current GuruFocus metrics suggest a downside potential according to GF Value estimates.

Rolls-Royce (RYCEY, Financial) is actively negotiating with the UK government to secure vital funding aimed at developing a new engine for next-generation narrowbody planes. This ambitious project is projected to cost £3 billion and promises to be transformative for the UK's economy, with Rolls-Royce pledging significant financial commitment.

Analyst Price Targets and Recommendations

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According to estimates from a sole analyst, the one-year average target price for Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (RYCEY, Financial) is set at $14.60. This price prediction offers a high and low estimate both at $14.60, suggesting an impressive upside potential of 48.68% from the current price of $9.82. For more detailed forecast figures, visit the Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (RYCEY) Forecast page.

Moreover, the consensus recommendation from a single brokerage firm positions Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (RYCEY, Financial) at an average brokerage recommendation of 1.0, which indicates a "Buy" status. This rating is part of a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 represents a Strong Buy and 5 denotes a Sell.

Evaluation Through GuruFocus Metrics

In contrast to analyst projections, GuruFocus estimates reveal the GF Value for Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (RYCEY, Financial) in one year to be $3.79. This suggests a downside of 61.41% from the current trading price of $9.82. The GF Value metric is GuruFocus' calculation of the stock's fair trading value based on historical trading multiples, historical business growth, and future performance expectations. More comprehensive data is accessible on the Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (RYCEY) Summary page.

For investors, these insights offer a mixed perspective on Rolls-Royce's potential trajectory, with optimistic analyst projections counterbalanced by cautious GF Value estimates.

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