Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Faces Turbulent Quarter Amid Market Challenges

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  • Johnson & Johnson (JNJ, Financial) faces a one-month decline but shows promise with a year-over-year increase.
  • Wall Street analysts forecast a potential upside, with target prices ranging significantly.
  • GuruFocus estimates suggest substantial growth potential for JNJ over the next year.

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has experienced a one-month return of -5.03% in the first quarter of 2025. However, its shares have managed a positive trajectory, rising by 5.52% over the past year. Despite global sales reaching $21.9 billion, marking a 2.4% increase, investors remain cautious due to market jitters and increasing competition from AI stocks.

Wall Street Analysts' Projections

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The forecast from 24 analysts offers an average target price for Johnson & Johnson (JNJ, Financial) at $170.64. They predict a high estimate of $185.00 and a low estimate of $150.00. This average target suggests a potential upside of 10.39% from the current trading price of $154.58. For more detailed estimates, visit the Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Forecast page.

Furthermore, Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ, Financial) average brokerage recommendation stands at 2.3, according to the consensus from 26 brokerage firms. This rating signifies an "Outperform" status on a scale where 1 indicates a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell.

GuruFocus GF Value Estimation

According to GuruFocus calculations, the estimated GF Value for Johnson & Johnson (JNJ, Financial) in one year is projected at $186.30. This estimation hints at a promising upside of 20.52% from its current price of $154.58. The GF Value is GuruFocus' interpretation of the fair price the stock should command based on historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance projections. For more in-depth analysis, explore the Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Summary page.

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