ICON PLC Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

ICLR Stock  USD 187.58  0.16  0.09%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on ICON PLC is Strong Buy with 6 hold recommendations. The current projected ICON PLC target price consensus is 206.38 with 17 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways ICON PLC 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 ICON PLC vendors, executives, and/or customers. ICON PLC recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected ICON PLC target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation of 2.4581.
Lowest Forecast
187.8
Highest Forecast
229.08
Target Price
206.38
At this time, ICON PLC's Gross Profit is relatively stable compared to the past year. As of 01/27/2026, Pretax Profit Margin is likely to grow to 0.12, while Operating Profit Margin is likely to drop 0.09. At this time, ICON PLC's Accounts Payable is relatively stable compared to the past year. As of 01/27/2026, Cash is likely to grow to about 650.6 M, while Other Current Liabilities is likely to drop slightly above 214.4 M.
It's important to approach ICON PLC'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.

ICON PLC Target Price Consensus

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

ICON PLC's current and average target prices are 187.58 and 206.38, respectively. The current price of ICON PLC is the price at which ICON PLC is currently trading. On the other hand, ICON PLC'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

ICON PLC Market Quote on 27th of January 2026

Low Price186.7Odds
High Price187.58Odds

187.58

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On ICON PLC Target Price

Low Estimate187.8Odds
High Estimate229.08Odds

206.375

Historical Lowest Forecast  187.8 Target Price  206.38 Highest Forecast  229.08
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 ICON PLC and the information provided on this page.

ICON PLC Analyst Ratings

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

ICON PLC's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using ICON PLC's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at ICON PLC'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 ICON PLC'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 ICON PLC 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 ICON PLC is a key component of ICON PLC valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a ICON PLC.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
184.77187.23189.69
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
168.68194.94197.41
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
182.05184.51186.97
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
2.973.203.31
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