Meritage Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

MTH Stock  USD 70.42  1.01  1.46%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Meritage is Buy with 6 hold recommendations. The current projected Meritage target price consensus is 103.78 with 11 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways Meritage 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 Meritage vendors, executives, and/or customers. Meritage recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected Meritage target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation of 2.1274.
Lowest Forecast
94.44
Highest Forecast
115.2
Target Price
103.78
As of now, Meritage's Net Profit Margin is increasing as compared to previous years. As of now, Meritage's Non Current Assets Total are increasing as compared to previous years. The Meritage's current Non Currrent Assets Other is estimated to increase to about 273.1 M, while Short and Long Term Debt Total is projected to decrease to under 727.5 M.
  
It's important to approach Meritage'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.

Meritage Target Price Consensus

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

Meritage's current and average target prices are 70.42 and 103.78, respectively. The current price of Meritage is the price at which Meritage is currently trading. On the other hand, Meritage'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

Meritage Market Quote on 15th of March 2025

Low Price69.15Odds
High Price70.53Odds

70.42

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Meritage Target Price

Low Estimate94.44Odds
High Estimate115.2Odds

103.7844

Historical Lowest Forecast  94.44 Target Price  103.78 Highest Forecast  115.2
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 Meritage and the information provided on this page.

Meritage Analyst Ratings

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

Meritage's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Meritage's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Meritage'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 Meritage'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 Meritage 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 Meritage is a key component of Meritage valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Meritage.
Sophisticated investors, who have witnessed many market ups and downs, anticipate that the market will even out over time. This tendency of Meritage'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
67.9470.0772.20
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Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
63.3877.2479.37
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Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
1.631.721.82
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When determining whether Meritage offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of Meritage'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 Meritage Stock. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Meritage Stock:
Check out Macroaxis Advice on Meritage to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
For more detail on how to invest in Meritage Stock please use our How to Invest in Meritage guide.
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