- DaVita (DVA, Financial) experiences a ransomware attack, impacting operations with no clear recovery timeline.
- Analysts suggest a moderate upside potential based on current price targets.
- GuruFocus estimates indicate a potential downside from the stock's current trading price.
DaVita Inc. (DVA) recently disclosed a ransomware attack that has disrupted its operations, though the full impact and duration remain uncertain. In response, the company has engaged cybersecurity experts and brought law enforcement into the loop. This announcement led to a slight premarket dip in DaVita's stock, with shares slipping approximately 1%.
Wall Street Analysts' Forecasts
DaVita's stock remains a subject of considerable analysis among Wall Street experts. Based on projections from eight analysts, the average price target for DaVita Inc. (DVA, Financial) stands at $166.64. The projections vary, with a high target of $186.00 and a low estimate of $145.00. This average price target suggests a potential upside of 7.16% from its present value of $155.51. For more nuanced insights, you can visit the DaVita Inc (DVA) Forecast page.
Brokerage Recommendations
The consensus from ten brokerage firms rates DaVita Inc. (DVA, Financial) with an average recommendation of 3.0, which corresponds to a "Hold" status. This rating is derived from a scale where 1 indicates a Strong Buy and 5 suggests a Sell.
GuruFocus Analyst Estimates
Furthermore, GuruFocus's proprietary metrics estimate DaVita Inc's (DVA, Financial) GF Value at $135.38 in one year. This figure implies a downside of 12.94% from the current stock price of $155.51. The GF Value is calculated considering historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. For a deeper dive into DaVita's financial performance and valuation, visit the DaVita Inc (DVA) Summary page.
Investors should weigh these insights alongside the current operational disruptions due to the ransomware incident when considering DaVita's stock for their portfolios.
