- Walmart and Costco demonstrate resilience in the competitive retail landscape.
- Analysts predict a potential 12.48% upside for Walmart's stock price.
- Despite sector challenges, TJX capitalizes on competitors' market errors.
In a challenging retail environment, Walmart (WMT, Financial) and Costco (COST) are standing out as resilient players. Their strength lies in robust positions within consumables and domestic manufacturing, which provide a buffer against market volatility. Even as mainstream apparel sellers encounter difficulties, TJX (TJX) continues to perform well by effectively leveraging competitors' missteps.
Wall Street Analysts' Forecasts for Walmart
According to the one-year price targets provided by 39 analysts, the average target for Walmart Inc (WMT, Financial) is set at $106.96. This figure ranges from a high estimate of $120.00 to a low of $85.34. The average target suggests a potential upside of 12.48% from Walmart’s current trading price of $95.09. For further insights and detailed estimates, investors can visit the Walmart Inc (WMT) Forecast page.
The consensus from 45 brokerage firms places Walmart Inc’s (WMT, Financial) average recommendation at 1.8, indicating an "Outperform" status. The rating scale used ranges from 1, representing Strong Buy, to 5, which signifies Sell.
Looking at the GF Value calculated by GuruFocus, Walmart Inc’s estimated fair value in one year is projected to be $61.47. This suggests a potential downside of 35.36% against the current price of $95.09. The GF Value is determined by historical trading multiples, past growth, and future business performance predictions. For more comprehensive data, the Walmart Inc (WMT, Financial) Summary page offers deeper insights.
