SM Energy Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

SM Stock  USD 39.61  0.07  0.18%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on SM Energy is Strong Buy with 6 hold recommendations. The current projected SM Energy target price consensus is 53.13 with 15 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways SM Energy 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 SM Energy vendors, executives, and/or customers. SM Energy recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected SM Energy target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation of 2.0866.
Lowest Forecast
48.35
Highest Forecast
58.98
Target Price
53.13
As of the 30th of January 2025, Gross Profit is likely to grow to about 1.4 B. Also, Pretax Profit Margin is likely to grow to 0.47. At this time, SM Energy's Cash is very stable compared to the past year. As of the 30th of January 2025, Non Current Assets Total is likely to grow to about 6.6 B, while Other Current Liabilities is likely to drop about 271.4 M.
  
It's important to approach SM Energy'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.

SM Energy Target Price Consensus

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

SM Energy's current and average target prices are 39.61 and 53.13, respectively. The current price of SM Energy is the price at which SM Energy Co is currently trading. On the other hand, SM Energy'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

SM Energy Market Quote on 30th of January 2025

Low Price39.31Odds
High Price40.45Odds

39.61

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On SM Energy Target Price

Low Estimate48.35Odds
High Estimate58.98Odds

53.1333

Historical Lowest Forecast  48.35 Target Price  53.13 Highest Forecast  58.98
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 SM Energy Co and the information provided on this page.

SM Energy Analyst Ratings

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

SM Energy's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using SM Energy's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at SM Energy'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 SM Energy'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 SM Energy 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 SM Energy is a key component of SM Energy valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a SM Energy.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
37.5139.6141.71
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
35.6546.7548.85
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
32.0534.1536.26
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
1.641.711.88
Details

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Check out Macroaxis Advice on SM Energy 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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