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Motorola Solutions (MSI) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$495.55 +25.60 (+5.45%)
(As of 11:02 AM ET)

Motorola Solutions - 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
0
Hold
0
Buy
7

Based on 7 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Motorola Solutions in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Buy." Out of the 7 analysts, 7 have given a buy rating for MSI.

Consensus Price Target

$479.50
-3.24% Downside
According to the 7 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Motorola Solutions, the average price target is $479.50. The highest price target for MSI is $520.00, while the lowest price target for MSI is $440.00. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -3.24% from the current price of $495.55.
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MSI Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
11/9/23 to 11/8/24
1 Month Ago
10/10/23 to 10/9/24
3 Months Ago
8/11/23 to 8/10/24
1 Year Ago
11/9/22 to 11/9/23
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
7 Buy rating(s)
7 Buy rating(s)
6 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
Hold
0 Hold rating(s)
0 Hold rating(s)
0 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$479.50$466.17$437.40$312.57
Forecasted Upside-3.24% Downside-0.08% Downside6.49% Upside1.22% Upside
Consensus Rating
Buy
Buy
Buy
Moderate Buy

MSI 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.
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MSI Price Targets by Month

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Motorola Solutions Stock vs. The Competition

TypeMotorola SolutionsComputer and Technology CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
3.00
2.67
2.50
Consensus RatingBuyModerate BuyHold
Predicted Upside2.02% Upside572.49% Upside7.42% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
10/23/2024Bank of America
4 of 5 stars
 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$440.00 ➝ $520.00+10.92%
9/3/2024Jefferies Financial Group
2 of 5 stars
 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$460.00 ➝ $510.00+14.83%
8/30/2024Evercore ISI
2 of 5 stars
 Boost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$450.00 ➝ $500.00+14.38%
8/6/2024Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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 Boost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$385.00 ➝ $440.00+7.84%
8/2/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$436.00 ➝ $440.00+7.24%
8/2/2024Barclays
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$372.00 ➝ $467.00+14.86%
2/9/2024William Blair
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 Reiterated RatingOutperform
8/4/2023Morgan Stanley
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 Boost TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$290.00 ➝ $300.00+6.75%
8/4/2023Raymond James
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 Boost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$315.00 ➝ $320.00+11.22%
1/23/2023Edward Jones
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold
1/11/2023Credit Suisse Group
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 DowngradeOutperform ➝ Neutral$300.00 ➝ $270.00+2.92%

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Should I Buy Motorola Solutions Stock? MSI 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 Friday, October 25, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Motorola Solutions pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Motorola Solutions
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Motorola Solutions, Inc.:

  • Motorola Solutions, Inc. reported earnings per share of $3.24 for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate by $0.23. This indicates strong financial performance and potential growth.
  • Research analysts have set a high price target for Motorola Solutions, with multiple firms giving the stock a "buy" rating. This positive outlook from analysts can attract more investors.
  • Motorola Solutions, Inc. announced a quarterly dividend of $0.98 per share, offering investors a steady income stream through dividends.
  • Insider transactions show confidence in the company, with the Chief Operating Officer selling shares at a higher price, suggesting positive future prospects.
  • Recent trading activity shows Motorola Solutions' stock trading up, indicating market confidence and potential for further price appreciation.

Motorola Solutions
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Motorola Solutions, Inc. for these reasons:

  • Motorola Solutions, Inc. has a relatively high debt-to-equity ratio of 7.03, which may pose risks in terms of financial leverage and stability.
  • The company's price-to-earnings ratio of 55.51 is higher than industry averages, suggesting the stock may be overvalued compared to its earnings potential.
  • While revenue has been growing, the company's price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 3.90 indicates that investors are paying a premium for future growth expectations.
  • Ownership by institutional investors and hedge funds at 84.17% may limit potential price movements based on retail investor sentiment.
  • Market capitalization of $74.97 billion may limit rapid growth potential for the stock, as larger companies may face challenges in maintaining high growth rates.

MSI Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 7 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Motorola Solutions is $479.50, with a high forecast of $520.00 and a low forecast of $440.00.

7 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Motorola Solutions in the last year. There are currently 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "buy" MSI shares.

According to analysts, Motorola Solutions's stock has a predicted downside of -3.24% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Motorola Solutions has been rated by research analysts at Bank of America, Evercore ISI, and Jefferies Financial Group in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Motorola Solutions more than other "computer and technology" companies. The consensus rating for Motorola Solutions is Buy while the average consensus rating for "computer and technology" companies is Moderate Buy. Learn more on how MSI compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:MSI) was last updated on 11/8/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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