Alibaba Group (BABA) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$143.67 +7.70 (+5.66%)

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Alibaba Group - 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 14 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
2

Buy
12

Based on 14 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Alibaba Group in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 14 analysts, 2 have given a hold rating, and 12 have given a buy rating for BABA.

Consensus Price Target

$131.93
-8.17% Downside

According to the 14 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Alibaba Group, the average price target is $131.93. The highest price target for BABA is $190.00, while the lowest price target for BABA is $85.00. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -8.17% from the current price of $143.67.

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BABA 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	12 Buy rating(s)	13 Buy rating(s)	13 Buy rating(s)	14 Buy rating(s)
Hold	2 Hold rating(s)	2 Hold rating(s)	2 Hold rating(s)	3 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$131.93	$115.13	$114.07	$115.44
Forecasted Upside	-8.17% Downside	33.12% Upside	37.21% Upside	51.66% Upside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

BABA 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.

BABA 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.

Alibaba Group Stock vs. The Competition

Type	Alibaba Group	Retail/Wholesale Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.86	2.51	2.53
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	-8.17% Downside	34.02% Upside	14.37% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent BABA 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
2/21/2025	Benchmark 2 of 5 stars	Fawne Jiang Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$118.00 ➝ $190.00	+31.94%
2/21/2025	JPMorgan Chase & Co. 2 of 5 stars	Alex Yao Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$125.00 ➝ $170.00	+18.23%
2/21/2025	Barclays 3 of 5 stars	Jiong Shao Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$130.00 ➝ $180.00	+32.10%
2/21/2025	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Eddie Leung Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$117.00 ➝ $150.00	+10.08%
2/19/2025	Robert W. Baird Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Colin Sebastian Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$110.00 ➝ $125.00	-1.71%
1/10/2025	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Alicia Yap Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$133.00 ➝ $138.00	+70.24%
11/12/2024	Mizuho Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$92.00 ➝ $113.00	+18.40%
10/7/2024	Macquarie Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	M. Huang Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Neutral ➝ Outperform	$145.00	+26.60%
8/29/2024	Loop Capital Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Buy ➝ Buy	$115.00 ➝ $115.00	+44.47%
8/23/2024	Morgan Stanley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$90.00 ➝ $90.00	+5.45%
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8/19/2024	Susquehanna Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Positive ➝ Positive	$135.00 ➝ $130.00	+53.77%
8/16/2024	Truist Financial Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$110.00 ➝ $100.00	+18.98%
8/16/2024	Sanford C. Bernstein Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Market Perform ➝ Market Perform	$80.00 ➝ $85.00	+6.86%
7/26/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Buy ➝ Buy	$116.00 ➝ $116.00	+52.11%
2/8/2024	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$121.00 ➝ $105.00	+47.14%
11/1/2023	UBS Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Buy	$120.00 ➝ $127.00	+54.99%
10/9/2023	HSBC Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target		$142.00 ➝ $135.00	+56.87%
8/11/2023	DZ Bank Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$120.00	+23.94%
2/24/2023	KGI Securities Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Neutral ➝ Outperform

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Should I Buy Alibaba Group Stock? BABA 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 Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these Alibaba Group pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Alibaba Group
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Alibaba Group Holding Limited:

Alibaba Group Holding Limited has a strong market presence in e-commerce, operating multiple platforms such as Taobao and Tmall, which cater to a vast user base in China and internationally, enhancing its revenue potential.
The company recently saw its stock price reach $127.18, reflecting a significant increase in value and investor confidence, which could indicate a positive trend for future growth.
With a market capitalization of approximately $302.53 billion, Alibaba Group Holding Limited is positioned as a major player in the technology and retail sectors, providing stability and growth opportunities for investors.
Alibaba Group Holding Limited has diversified its services beyond e-commerce, including cloud computing and digital media, which can help mitigate risks associated with reliance on a single revenue stream.
The company has a relatively low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.16, indicating a strong balance sheet and lower financial risk, which is attractive for investors looking for stability.

Alibaba Group
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in Alibaba Group Holding Limited for these reasons:

Recent regulatory scrutiny in China has raised concerns about the operational environment for Alibaba Group Holding Limited, potentially impacting its business practices and profitability.
Despite its strong market position, the company faces intense competition from other e-commerce platforms, which could pressure margins and market share.
Alibaba Group Holding Limited's price-to-earnings ratio of 25.80, while not excessively high, may suggest that the stock is overvalued compared to its earnings, which could deter value-focused investors.
The company's beta of 0.31 indicates lower volatility compared to the market, which may not appeal to investors seeking high-risk, high-reward opportunities.
Institutional ownership stands at 13.47%, which may indicate a lack of confidence among larger investors, potentially leading to volatility in stock performance.

BABA Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 14 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Alibaba Group is $131.93, with a high forecast of $190.00 and a low forecast of $85.00.
: 14 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Alibaba Group in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 hold ratings and 12 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" BABA shares.
: According to analysts, Alibaba Group's stock has a predicted downside of -8.17% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Alibaba Group has been rated by research analysts at Bank of America, Barclays, Benchmark, Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Robert W. Baird in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like Alibaba Group more than other "retail/wholesale" companies. The consensus rating score for Alibaba Group is 2.86 while the average consensus rating score for "retail/wholesale" companies is 2.51. Learn more on how BABA compares to other companies.

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Alibaba Group (BABA) Stock Forecast & Price Target