Quest Diagnostics Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

DGX Stock  USD 175.41  1.35  0.78%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Quest Diagnostics is Buy with 9 hold recommendations. The current projected Quest Diagnostics target price consensus is 170.40 with 18 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways Quest Diagnostics analysts use to provide buy-or-sell recommendation to the public are conference calls analysis and financial statements evaluations. Some experts can also talk to Quest Diagnostics vendors, executives, and/or customers. Quest Diagnostics recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected Quest Diagnostics target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation. Check out Macroaxis Advice on Quest Diagnostics to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
Lowest Forecast
155.06
Highest Forecast
189.14
Target Price
170.4
Gross Profit Margin is likely to rise to 0.43 in 2025, whereas Gross Profit is likely to drop slightly above 2.7 B in 2025. At this time, Quest Diagnostics' Property Plant Equipment is fairly stable compared to the past year. Current Deferred Revenue is likely to rise to about 623.1 M in 2025, whereas Total Assets are likely to drop slightly above 8.8 B in 2025.
  
It's important to approach Quest Diagnostics' 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.

Quest Diagnostics Target Price Consensus

Quest 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. Quest Diagnostics' 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.
   18  Buy
Most Quest 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 Quest stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of Quest Diagnostics, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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Quest Diagnostics Target Price Projection

Quest Diagnostics' current and average target prices are 175.41 and 170.40, respectively. The current price of Quest Diagnostics is the price at which Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is currently trading. On the other hand, Quest Diagnostics' 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

Quest Diagnostics Market Quote on 25th of February 2025

Low Price173.92Odds
High Price176.44Odds

175.41

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Quest Diagnostics Target Price

Low Estimate155.06Odds
High Estimate189.14Odds

170.3975

Historical Lowest Forecast  155.06 Target Price  170.4 Highest Forecast  189.14
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 Quest Diagnostics Incorporated and the information provided on this page.

Quest Diagnostics Analyst Ratings

Quest Diagnostics' 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 Quest Diagnostics 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 Quest Diagnostics' financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. Quest Diagnostics' 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 Quest Diagnostics price targets

Quest Diagnostics' stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Quest Diagnostics' target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Quest Diagnostics' 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 Quest Diagnostics' 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 Quest Diagnostics 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 Quest Diagnostics is a key component of Quest Diagnostics valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Quest Diagnostics.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
171.88173.22174.56
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
156.65177.53178.87
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
173.48174.83176.17
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
2.152.212.35
Details
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