Ferguson (FERG) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$175.90 -3.60 (-2.01%)

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$176.03 +0.13 (+0.07%)

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Ferguson - 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 12 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
3

Buy
9

Based on 12 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Ferguson in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 12 analysts, 3 have given a hold rating, and 9 have given a buy rating for FERG.

Consensus Price Target

$217.73
23.78% Upside

According to the 12 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Ferguson, the average price target is $217.73. The highest price target for FERG is $250.00, while the lowest price target for FERG is $189.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 23.78% from the current price of $175.90.

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FERG Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 2/22/24 to 2/21/25	1 Month Ago 1/23/24 to 1/22/25	3 Months Ago 11/24/23 to 11/23/24	1 Year Ago 2/22/23 to 2/22/24
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	9 Buy rating(s)	8 Buy rating(s)	7 Buy rating(s)	7 Buy rating(s)
Hold	3 Hold rating(s)	3 Hold rating(s)	2 Hold rating(s)	2 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$217.73	$220.10	$233.38	$166.50
Forecasted Upside	23.78% Upside	18.35% Upside	11.69% Upside	-19.67% Downside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

FERG 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.

FERG 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.

Ferguson Stock vs. The Competition

Type	Ferguson	Industrial Products Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.75	2.58	2.53
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	23.78% Upside	61.22% Upside	14.37% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent FERG News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
2/4/2025	Wells Fargo & Company 3 of 5 stars	Sam Reid Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$215.00 ➝ $205.00	+11.84%
2/3/2025	Morgan Stanley 3 of 5 stars	Annelies Vermeulen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Initiated Coverage	Overweight	$204.00	+12.58%
1/17/2025	Zelman & Associates 3 of 5 stars	M. Hayes Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Strong-Buy ➝ Hold
1/16/2025	Barclays Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Matthew Bouley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$234.00 ➝ $211.00	+18.82%
1/8/2025	UBS Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	J. Lovallo Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Reiterated Rating	Buy ➝ Neutral	$230.00 ➝ $193.00	+12.16%
1/8/2025	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Underperform ➝ Buy	$185.00 ➝ $225.00	+30.75%
1/6/2025	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	A. Pettinari Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$221.00 ➝ $189.00	+8.55%
12/11/2024	Berenberg Bank Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$224.00 ➝ $240.00	+24.05%
12/11/2024	Royal Bank of Canada Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$219.00 ➝ $219.00	+13.28%
12/11/2024	Robert W. Baird Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$230.00 ➝ $225.00	+15.42%
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10/23/2024	Oppenheimer Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Outperform	$234.00	+19.29%
7/17/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$238.00 ➝ $250.00	+18.06%
1/8/2024	Raymond James Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Outperform ➝ Market Perform
7/7/2023	William Blair Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	R. Merkel Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Initiated Coverage	Outperform
6/13/2023	Northcoast Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Buy
6/8/2023	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target		$150.00 ➝ $155.00	+5.71%
6/7/2023	Truist Financial Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target		$160.00 ➝ $167.00	+13.37%
3/13/2023	Societe Generale Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Hold

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Should I Buy Ferguson Stock? FERG 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 Thursday, February 20, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these Ferguson pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Ferguson
Bull Case

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

Ferguson plc recently increased its quarterly dividend to $0.80, reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders. This translates to an annualized dividend of $3.32, providing a dividend yield of 1.80%, which can be attractive for income-focused investors.
The company has a relatively low payout ratio of 39.86%, indicating that it retains a significant portion of its earnings for reinvestment and growth, which can lead to long-term capital appreciation.
Ferguson plc has received multiple "buy" ratings from analysts, with an average price target of $217.73. This suggests that there is strong confidence in the company's future performance and potential for stock price appreciation.
Recent analyst reports indicate a positive outlook, with firms like Bank of America raising their price target to $225.00, which reflects optimism about the company's growth prospects in the plumbing and heating market.
The company operates in the essential plumbing and heating products sector, which tends to be resilient during economic downturns, providing a level of stability for investors.

Ferguson
Bear Case

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

Some analysts have downgraded their ratings, with Citigroup reducing their target price from $221.00 to $189.00, indicating potential concerns about the company's near-term performance.
Ferguson plc's stock has experienced fluctuations, with recent price targets varying significantly among analysts, which may suggest uncertainty in the market regarding its valuation.
The company faces competition in the plumbing and heating sector, which could impact its market share and profitability if it fails to innovate or maintain its competitive edge.
Economic factors such as inflation and supply chain disruptions could adversely affect Ferguson plc's operational costs and margins, potentially impacting profitability.
The current dividend yield of 1.80% may not be sufficient for some investors seeking higher income returns, especially in a rising interest rate environment where alternative investments may offer better yields.

FERG Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 12 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Ferguson is $217.73, with a high forecast of $250.00 and a low forecast of $189.00.
: 12 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Ferguson in the last twelve months. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 9 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" FERG shares.
: According to analysts, Ferguson's stock has a predicted upside of 23.78% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Over the previous 90 days, Ferguson's stock had 1 upgrade and 1 downgrade by analysts.
: Ferguson has been rated by research analysts at Bank of America, Barclays, Berenberg Bank, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, Robert W. Baird, Royal Bank of Canada, UBS Group, Wells Fargo & Company, and Zelman & Associates in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like Ferguson more than other "industrial products" companies. The consensus rating score for Ferguson is 2.75 while the average consensus rating score for "industrial products" companies is 2.58. Learn more on how FERG compares to other companies.

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Ferguson (FERG) Stock Forecast & Price Target