- United Parcel Service (UPS, Financial) is experiencing a shift in analyst ratings, indicating potential short-term challenges.
- Despite a temporary downgrade, analysts see significant upside potential in UPS's stock price.
- Understanding current market sentiments and long-term value estimations could guide UPS investment decisions.
United Parcel Service (UPS) is currently a subject of mixed analyst sentiments. The stock maintains an average brokerage recommendation of 1.87, suggesting a generally favorable "Strong Buy" position. However, a recent downturn in earnings estimates has adjusted UPS's Zacks Rank to #4 (Sell). This evolving scenario might encourage investors to look beyond the average brokerage recommendation when formulating their investment strategies.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
Insights from 29 analysts place UPS’s one-year price target at an average of $128.32. The projections range from a high of $179.00 to a low of $80.00. These estimations imply a potential upside of 39.60% from UPS's present market price of $91.92. For more intricate details, visit the United Parcel Service Inc (UPS, Financial) Forecast page.
Moreover, based on evaluations from 33 brokerage firms, UPS carries an average recommendation score of 2.2, classifying it under the "Outperform" category. The rating framework spans from 1 (representing a Strong Buy) to 5 (indicating a Sell).
Evaluating UPS's Long-Term Value
From a value-oriented perspective, GuruFocus estimates UPS's GF Value at $152.41 in the coming year. This projection suggests a substantial upside of 65.81% from the current stock price of $91.92. The GF Value is derived from historical trading multiples, past growth trajectories, and future business performance expectations. For a more comprehensive overview, navigate to the United Parcel Service Inc (UPS, Financial) Summary page.
