BAE Systems (BA) Stock Forecast & Price Target

GBX 1,715.50 -5.90 (-0.34%)

As of 04/17/2025

BAE Systems - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Moderate Buy

Based on 5 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
1

Buy
4

Based on 5 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for BAE Systems in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 5 analysts, 1 has given a hold rating, and 4 have given a buy rating for BA.

Consensus Price Target

GBX 1,528.75

According to the 5 analysts' twelve-month price targets for BAE Systems, the average price target is GBX 1,528.75. The highest price target for BA is GBX 1,725, while the lowest price target for BA is GBX 1,440. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -10.89% from the current price of GBX 1,715.50.

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BA Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 4/20/24 to 4/20/25	1 Month Ago 3/21/24 to 3/21/25	3 Months Ago 1/21/24 to 1/20/25	1 Year Ago 4/21/23 to 4/20/24
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	4 Buy rating(s)	4 Buy rating(s)	5 Buy rating(s)	6 Buy rating(s)
Hold	1 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	GBX 1,528.75	GBX 1,528.75	GBX 1,454	GBX 1,335
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

BA Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

BA Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

BAE Systems Stock vs. The Competition

Type	BAE Systems	Industrials Companies
Consensus Rating Score	2.80	2.65
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
News Sentiment Rating	Neutral News See Recent BA News	Neutral News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
3/3/2025	JPMorgan Chase & Co. 3 of 5 stars	Boost Target	Overweight	GBX 1,630 ➝ GBX 1,725	+22.64%
2/20/2025	Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft 3 of 5 stars	Reiterated Rating	Buy	GBX 1,510	+12.27%
2/19/2025	Berenberg Bank 2 of 5 stars	Reiterated Rating	Buy	GBX 1,440	+7.74%
8/1/2024	Shore Capital Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Reiterated Rating	Hold
7/29/2024	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Buy	GBX 1,440	+13.16%
3/12/2024	Barclays Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Overweight	GBX 1,250 ➝ GBX 1,450	+15.08%
6/27/2023	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Reiterated Rating	Buy	GBX 1,100	+19.77%

Analyst ratings data on MarketBeat is provided by Benzinga and other data providers. This page was last refreshed on Sunday at 12:54 PM ET.

Should I Buy BAE Systems Stock? BA Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, April 14, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these BAE Systems pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

BAE Systems
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in BAE Systems plc:

BAE Systems plc has recently increased its dividend to GBX 20.60 ($0.27), reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders. This increase from the previous dividend of $12.40 indicates strong financial health and a positive outlook.
The company boasts a solid net margin of 7.49% and a return on equity of 16.87%, showcasing effective management and profitability, which are attractive metrics for potential investors.
Recent analyst upgrades have set a target price for BAE Systems plc shares at GBX 1,725 ($22.40), suggesting significant upside potential from the current stock price, which is a positive indicator for growth-oriented investors.
With a payout ratio of 53.18%, BAE Systems plc maintains a balanced approach to distributing profits while reinvesting in growth, which can lead to sustainable long-term performance.
The company operates in diverse segments, including Electronic Systems and Cyber & Intelligence, positioning it well to capitalize on various market opportunities and mitigate risks associated with reliance on a single sector.

BAE Systems
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in BAE Systems plc for these reasons:

Despite the positive outlook, the stock has received mixed ratings, with one analyst issuing a hold rating, indicating some uncertainty about its short-term performance.
The defense and aerospace sectors can be highly cyclical and sensitive to government spending, which may pose risks to revenue stability for BAE Systems plc.
While the recent dividend increase is a positive sign, the yield of 1.24% may not be attractive enough for income-focused investors compared to other investment opportunities.
Market volatility and geopolitical tensions can impact defense contracts and project timelines, potentially affecting BAE Systems plc's financial performance.
Analysts have noted that while growth is expected, it may not be as robust as in previous years, which could limit the stock's appreciation potential in the near term.

BA Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 5 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for BAE Systems is GBX 1,528.75, with a high forecast of GBX 1,725 and a low forecast of GBX 1,440.
: 5 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for BAE Systems in the last year. There is currently 1 hold rating and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" BA shares.
: According to analysts, BAE Systems's stock has a predicted downside of -10.89% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: BAE Systems has been rated by research analysts at Berenberg Bank, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft, and JPMorgan Chase & Co. in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like BAE Systems more than other "industrials" companies. The consensus rating score for BAE Systems is 2.80 while the average consensus rating score for "industrials" companies is 2.65. Learn more on how BA compares to other companies.

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This page (LON:BA) was last updated on 4/20/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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BAE Systems (BA) Stock Forecast & Price Target