West Pharmaceutical Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

WST Stock  USD 231.46  1.35  0.59%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on West Pharmaceutical is Strong Buy, with 7 strong buy opinions. The current projected West Pharmaceutical target price consensus is 379.85 with 12 analyst opinions. Check out Macroaxis Advice on West Pharmaceutical to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
The most common way West Pharmaceutical analysts use to provide recommendation to the public is financial statements analysis. Many experts also interview West Pharmaceutical executives and customers to further validate their buy or sell advice. West Pharmaceutical buy-or-sell recommendation module provides average expert sentiment on the projected West Pharmaceutical target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on projected price volatility of 5.362.
Lowest Forecast
345.66
Highest Forecast
421.63
Target Price
379.85
At this time, West Pharmaceutical's Gross Profit is comparatively stable compared to the past year. Pretax Profit Margin is likely to gain to 0.21 in 2025, whereas Gross Profit Margin is likely to drop 0.26 in 2025. At this time, West Pharmaceutical's Non Currrent Assets Other are comparatively stable compared to the past year. Cash And Short Term Investments is likely to gain to about 508.8 M in 2025, whereas Non Current Liabilities Total is likely to drop slightly above 311.4 M in 2025.
  
It's important to approach West Pharmaceutical's target price projections with caution. While they can be useful as part of a broader investment strategy, they are inherently speculative and subject to various kinds of risk, including market volatility and unforeseen external factors. Always consider multiple aspects and do your own research when making investment decisions.

West Pharmaceutical Target Price Consensus

West target price is determined by taking all analyst projections and averaging them out. There is no one specific way to measure analysts' performance other than comparing it to past results via a very sophisticated attribution analysis. West Pharmaceutical's target price projections below should be used in combination with other traditional price prediction techniques such as stock price forecasting, investor sentiment analysis, technical analysis, earnings estimate, and various momentum models.
   12  Strong Buy
Most West analysts issue ratings four times a year, at intervals of three months. Ratings are usually accompanied by a target price to help potential investors understand West stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of West Pharmaceutical, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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West Pharmaceutical Target Price Projection

West Pharmaceutical's current and average target prices are 231.46 and 379.85, respectively. The current price of West Pharmaceutical is the price at which West Pharmaceutical Services is currently trading. On the other hand, West Pharmaceutical's target price is what analysts think the stock is worth or could sell for in the future. The more significant the discrepancy between the two prices, the more it stimulates investors to act.

Current Price

West Pharmaceutical Market Quote on 17th of March 2025

Low Price229.87Odds
High Price234.4Odds

231.46

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On West Pharmaceutical Target Price

Low Estimate345.66Odds
High Estimate421.63Odds

379.85

Historical Lowest Forecast  345.66 Target Price  379.85 Highest Forecast  421.63
Note that most analysts generally publish their price targets in research reports on specific companies, along with recommendations for the company's stock.Although price targets are often quoted in the financial news media, there could be a delay between the publication of the latest analyst outlook on West Pharmaceutical Services and the information provided on this page.

West Pharmaceutical Analyst Ratings

West Pharmaceutical's analyst stock recommendations are determined by taking an average estimate of all analysts we track and classifying them as Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Strong Sell, or Sell. Ratings generally communicate what analysts sense about West Pharmaceutical stock, and they use a lot of effort and time to analyze it and arrive at a rating. That suggests that analyst recommendations are the outcome of an objective and thorough examination of West Pharmaceutical's financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. West Pharmaceutical's historical ratings below, therefore, can serve as a valuable tool for investors.

Analyst Consensus Breakdown

Average Consensus Estimates

Analysts determine stock price targets through various methods, including financial modeling, peer comparison, and company analysis. The stock price target is the analyst's best estimate of the future price of a stock and is used by investors to make investment decisions. However, it is important to note that stock price targets are not guaranteed, and the actual price of a stock can differ significantly from the target due to various factors such as market conditions, economic events, and company developments.

Steps to utilize West Pharmaceutical price targets

West Pharmaceutical's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using West Pharmaceutical's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at West Pharmaceutical's target prices provided by various analysts and compare them. This can help you gain a more balanced view of the Stock's potential.
  • Look at the analyst's track record to determine if they have a history of accurately predicting stock prices.
  • Look at the Company's financials, including revenue, earnings, and debt, to determine if it is in good financial health.
  • Consider market conditions. For example, take into account the state of the economy, competition, and regulatory environment, to determine if West Pharmaceutical's stock is likely to perform well.
  • Diversify your portfolio and do not rely solely on stock target prices to make investment decisions. Invest in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets to manage risk.
Remember that stock target prices are just estimates and are subject to change. Therefore, using them as one factor in a larger investment strategy is essential rather than relying solely on them to make decisions.

Additional West Pharmaceutical Value Projection Modules

Most investment researchers agree that the mispricing and readjustment of any Stock value happens often and is sometimes even predictable, but there is no strong theory explaining why it happens. The current price of West Pharmaceutical is a key component of West Pharmaceutical valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a West Pharmaceutical.
Sophisticated investors, who have witnessed many market ups and downs, anticipate that the market will even out over time. This tendency of West Pharmaceutical's price to converge to an average value over time is called mean reversion. However, historically, high market prices usually discourage investors that believe in mean reversion to invest, while low prices are viewed as an opportunity to buy.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
226.98232.34237.70
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
208.31294.77300.13
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
248.44253.80259.16
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Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
1.211.221.25
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