Key Highlights:
- Assura has accepted a $2 billion takeover offer from a consortium led by KKR & Co. (KKR, Financial).
- Analysts predict a substantial upside for KKR's stock, with potential price increases up to 68.72% over the next year.
- According to GuruFocus, the GF Value suggests a potential downside of 42.12% for KKR shares from their current trading level.
KKR Expands into Healthcare Real Estate
In a strategic move to bolster its portfolio, UK-based healthcare real estate firm Assura has agreed to a $2 billion acquisition proposal from a consortium led by the prominent investment firm KKR & Co. (KKR). This acquisition represents a pivotal expansion within the healthcare property sector, further diversifying KKR's investment reach.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast for KKR
Market analysts have provided a range of price targets for KKR & Co Inc (KKR, Financial), with 18 experts setting an average target price of $159.46. This projection includes a high estimate of $194.00 and a low of $131.00, signifying a potential upside of 68.72% from its current trading price of $94.51. For further insight into these projections, visit the KKR & Co Inc (KKR) Forecast page.
Brokerage Firm Recommendations
Reflecting strong investor confidence, KKR & Co Inc (KKR, Financial) holds an "Outperform" status based on the consensus recommendation from 21 brokerage firms. The average brokerage rating stands at 1.8 on a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 denotes a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell. This suggests optimistic market sentiment towards KKR's future performance.
Evaluating the GF Value
According to GuruFocus's GF Value estimates, KKR & Co Inc's (KKR, Financial) fair value in one year is projected at $54.70, which implies a potential downside of 42.12% from its current price of $94.51. The GF Value is an indicator of the price at which the stock should ideally trade, derived from historical trading multiples, past growth patterns, and forecasted business performance. For more detailed valuation metrics, explore the KKR & Co Inc (KKR) Summary page.
