Horizon Bancorp Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

HBNC Stock  USD 18.29  0.11  0.60%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Horizon Bancorp is Buy, with 3 strong buy opinions. The current projected Horizon Bancorp target price consensus is 12.90 with 6 analyst opinions. Check out Macroaxis Advice on Horizon Bancorp to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
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The most common way Horizon Bancorp analysts use to provide recommendation to the public is financial statements analysis. Many experts also interview Horizon Bancorp executives and customers to further validate their buy or sell advice. Note, the total number of analysts currently providing their opinion is not significant to determine adequate consensus on Horizon Bancorp. We strongly encourage you to use your own analysis of Horizon Bancorp to validate this buy or sell advice. Horizon Bancorp buy-or-sell recommendation module provides average expert sentiment on the projected Horizon Bancorp target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on projected price volatility of 2.4444.
Lowest Forecast
11.74
Highest Forecast
14.32
Target Price
12.9
At present, Horizon Bancorp's Pretax Profit Margin is projected to slightly decrease based on the last few years of reporting. The current year's Net Profit Margin is expected to grow to 0.26, whereas Operating Profit Margin is forecasted to decline to 0.34. At present, Horizon Bancorp's Short and Long Term Debt Total is projected to increase significantly based on the last few years of reporting. The current year's Total Current Liabilities is expected to grow to about 1.2 B, whereas Cash is projected to grow to (493.4 M).
  
It's important to approach Horizon Bancorp'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.

Horizon Bancorp Target Price Consensus

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

Horizon Bancorp's current and average target prices are 18.29 and 12.90, respectively. The current price of Horizon Bancorp is the price at which Horizon Bancorp is currently trading. On the other hand, Horizon Bancorp'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

Horizon Bancorp Market Quote on 29th of November 2024

Low Price18.08Odds
High Price18.69Odds

18.29

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Horizon Bancorp Target Price

Low Estimate11.74Odds
High Estimate14.32Odds

12.9

Historical Lowest Forecast  11.74 Target Price  12.9 Highest Forecast  14.32
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 Horizon Bancorp and the information provided on this page.

Horizon Bancorp Analyst Ratings

Horizon Bancorp'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 Horizon Bancorp 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 Horizon Bancorp's financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. Horizon Bancorp'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 Horizon Bancorp price targets

Horizon Bancorp's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Horizon Bancorp's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Horizon Bancorp'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 Horizon Bancorp'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 Horizon Bancorp 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 Horizon Bancorp is a key component of Horizon Bancorp valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Horizon Bancorp.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
16.0018.4420.88
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Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
12.7815.2220.24
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
0.340.390.36
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When determining whether Horizon Bancorp offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of Horizon Bancorp's financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess its financial health. Key financial ratios are used to gauge profitability, efficiency, and growth potential of Horizon Bancorp Stock. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Horizon Bancorp Stock:
Check out Macroaxis Advice on Horizon Bancorp to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
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Please note, the presentation of Horizon Bancorp's financial position, as portrayed in its financial statements, is often influenced by management's estimates, judgments, and sometimes even manipulations. In the best case, Horizon Bancorp's management is honest, while the outside auditors are strict and uncompromising. Please utilize our Beneish M Score to check the likelihood of Horizon Bancorp's management manipulating its earnings.