Throughout the last three months, 23 analysts have evaluated Fiserv FI, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 4 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 3 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $229.83, a high estimate of $278.00, and a low estimate of $195.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 15.87% increase from the previous average price target of $198.36.
Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis
The standing of Fiserv among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Nabhan | Stephens & Co. | Maintains | Overweight | $255.00 | $255.00 |
| Rayna Kumar | Oppenheimer | Raises | Outperform | $239.00 | $214.00 |
| Charles Nabhan | Stephens & Co. | Raises | Overweight | $255.00 | $220.00 |
| Ole Slorer | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Overweight | $258.00 | $220.00 |
| Vasundhara Govil | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Raises | Outperform | $238.00 | $225.00 |
| Will Nance | Goldman Sachs | Raises | Neutral | $231.00 | $208.00 |
| Dominick Gabriele | Compass Point | Announces | Buy | $278.00 | - |
| Rufus Hone | BMO Capital | Raises | Outperform | $232.00 | $222.00 |
| Ivan Feinseth | Tigress Financial | Raises | Buy | $244.00 | $190.00 |
| Dan Dolev | Mizuho | Raises | Outperform | $222.00 | $183.00 |
| Daniel Perlin | RBC Capital | Raises | Outperform | $224.00 | $183.00 |
| Bryan Bergin | TD Cowen | Raises | Buy | $230.00 | $200.00 |
| Alex Markgraff | Keybanc | Raises | Overweight | $225.00 | $180.00 |
| Tien-Tsin Huang | JP Morgan | Raises | Overweight | $227.00 | $199.00 |
| Will Nance | Goldman Sachs | Raises | Neutral | $208.00 | $188.00 |
| Timothy Chiodo | UBS | Raises | Buy | $240.00 | $185.00 |
| Andrew Bauch | Wells Fargo | Raises | Overweight | $220.00 | $215.00 |
| Trevor Williams | Jefferies | Raises | Hold | $200.00 | $195.00 |
| James Friedman | Susquehanna | Raises | Positive | $230.00 | $190.00 |
| Charles Nabhan | Stephens & Co. | Raises | Equal-Weight | $200.00 | $170.00 |
| Brad Handler | Jefferies | Raises | Hold | $195.00 | $160.00 |
| Ole Slorer | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Overweight | $220.00 | $177.00 |
| David Anderson | Barclays | Raises | Overweight | $215.00 | $185.00 |
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Fiserv. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
- Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Fiserv compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Fiserv's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Fiserv's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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Delving into Fiserv's Background
Fiserv is a leading provider of core processing and complementary services, such as electronic funds transfer, payment processing, and loan processing, for us banks and credit unions, with a focus on small and midsize banks. Through the merger with First Data in 2019, Fiserv also provides payment processing services for merchants. About 10% of the company's revenue is generated internationally.
Financial Insights: Fiserv
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Fiserv showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 7.02% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Fiserv's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 10.81%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.02%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Fiserv's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.65%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Fiserv's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.92.
The Basics of Analyst Ratings
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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