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Monster Beverage (MNST) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$52.00 -3.96 (-7.08%)
(As of 11/15/2024 ET)

Monster Beverage - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2024)

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

Sell
2
Hold
6
Buy
13

Based on 21 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Monster Beverage in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 21 analysts, 2 have given a sell rating, 6 have given a hold rating, and 13 have given a buy rating for MNST.

Consensus Price Target

$56.45
8.56% Upside
According to the 21 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Monster Beverage, the average price target is $56.45. The highest price target for MNST is $68.00, while the lowest price target for MNST is $40.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 8.56% from the current price of $52.00.

MNST Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
11/17/23 to 11/16/24
1 Month Ago
10/18/23 to 10/17/24
3 Months Ago
8/19/23 to 8/18/24
1 Year Ago
11/17/22 to 11/17/23
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
13 Buy rating(s)
12 Buy rating(s)
13 Buy rating(s)
16 Buy rating(s)
Hold
6 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
Sell
2 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$56.45$55.68$55.85$60.50
Forecasted Upside8.56% Upside4.20% Upside19.49% Upside10.42% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy

MNST Analyst Recommendations By Month

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MNST Price Targets by Month

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Monster Beverage Stock vs. The Competition

TypeMonster BeverageConsumer Staples CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.52
2.46
2.50
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside8.56% Upside236.83% Upside9.87% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
11/12/2024Argus
2 of 5 stars
 Boost TargetBuy$55.00 ➝ $65.00+16.11%
11/11/2024TD Cowen
4 of 5 stars
 Boost TargetHold ➝ Hold$50.00 ➝ $55.00+1.64%
11/8/2024Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
3 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetBuy$61.00 ➝ $59.00+11.32%
11/8/2024Stifel Nicolaus
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 Boost TargetBuy$57.00 ➝ $59.00+11.32%
11/8/2024UBS Group
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 Boost TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$55.00 ➝ $57.00+7.55%
11/5/2024Wells Fargo & Company
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$57.00 ➝ $60.00+10.99%
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11/4/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$50.00 ➝ $49.00-8.00%
10/15/2024Bank of America
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$56.00 ➝ $57.00+10.29%
8/12/2024Roth Mkm
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$56.00 ➝ $50.00+8.55%
8/9/2024Truist Financial
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 Lower TargetSell ➝ Sell$46.00 ➝ $40.00-11.12%
8/8/2024BMO Capital Markets
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 Lower TargetMarket Perform ➝ Market Perform$56.00 ➝ $54.00+20.19%
8/8/2024Royal Bank of Canada
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 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$64.00 ➝ $60.00+35.29%
8/8/2024Evercore ISI
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 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$65.00 ➝ $60.00+18.74%
8/8/2024Jefferies Financial Group
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 Lower TargetBuy$61.00 ➝ $60.00+18.74%
8/8/2024Citigroup
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$60.00 ➝ $54.00+6.87%
8/8/2024Piper Sandler
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 Lower TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$59.00 ➝ $46.00-8.96%
6/24/2024BNP Paribas
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K. Grundy
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Initiated CoverageUnderperform$48.00-2.22%
6/14/2024Morgan Stanley
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 Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$65.00 ➝ $60.00+23.15%
3/6/2024HSBC
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 Lower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$72.00 ➝ $68.00+17.46%
3/6/2024Redburn Atlantic
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 Initiated CoverageBuy
1/17/2024The Goldman Sachs Group
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 Boost TargetBuy$62.00 ➝ $68.00+16.90%
10/5/2023Cfra
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 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy$60.00+17.03%
8/10/2023MKM Partners
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 Boost TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$55.00 ➝ $57.00-2.08%
5/2/2023VNET Group
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 Reiterated RatingMaintains
4/7/2023Wedbush
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 Lower TargetNeutral$52.00-1.07%
3/6/2023Redburn Partners
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 UpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy$60.00+17.64%

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Should I Buy Monster Beverage Stock? MNST 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, October 31, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Monster Beverage pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Monster Beverage
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Monster Beverage Co.:

  • Monster Beverage Co. has shown resilience in its market performance, with a consistent track record of growth and profitability, making it a stable investment option.
  • Recent analyst reports have indicated a positive outlook for Monster Beverage Co., with several analysts issuing buy ratings and setting target prices above the current stock price, suggesting potential for stock price appreciation.
  • Despite short-term fluctuations, Monster Beverage Co. has maintained a strong financial position with a low debt-to-equity ratio, ensuring stability and financial health.
  • Monster Beverage Co. has a diverse product portfolio and a strong market presence globally, providing opportunities for continued expansion and revenue growth.
  • With a current stock price of $50.83, Monster Beverage Co. may be considered undervalued based on its historical performance and growth prospects, presenting a potential buying opportunity for investors.

Monster Beverage
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Monster Beverage Co. for these reasons:

  • Recent earnings results for Monster Beverage Co. fell short of analysts' expectations, indicating potential challenges in meeting revenue targets and profitability estimates.
  • Several equities analysts have downgraded their price targets for Monster Beverage Co., citing concerns about market conditions and competitive pressures affecting the company's growth prospects.
  • The stock price of Monster Beverage Co. has experienced volatility in recent trading sessions, reflecting uncertainty and potential risks associated with market fluctuations and investor sentiment.
  • Market competition in the energy drink sector is intensifying, posing a threat to Monster Beverage Co.'s market share and profitability margins, which could impact long-term investor returns.
  • Investors should carefully monitor regulatory developments and consumer trends in the beverage industry, as changes in regulations or shifting consumer preferences could impact Monster Beverage Co.'s sales and profitability.

MNST Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 21 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Monster Beverage is $56.45, with a high forecast of $68.00 and a low forecast of $40.00.

21 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Monster Beverage in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 6 hold ratings and 13 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" MNST shares.

According to analysts, Monster Beverage's stock has a predicted upside of 8.56% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Monster Beverage has been rated by research analysts at Argus, Bank of America, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Stifel Nicolaus, TD Cowen, UBS Group, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Monster Beverage more than other "consumer staples" companies. The consensus rating for Monster Beverage is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "consumer staples" companies is Hold. Learn more on how MNST compares to other companies.


This page (NASDAQ:MNST) was last updated on 11/16/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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