21 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on PayPal Holdings PYPL over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 3 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Analysts have recently evaluated PayPal Holdings and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $80.33, accompanied by a high estimate of $95.00 and a low estimate of $69.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 5.84% increase from the previous average price target of $75.90.
Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study
A clear picture of PayPal Holdings's perception among financial experts is painted 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harshita Rawat | Bernstein | Raises | Market Perform | $80.00 | $75.00 |
| Rufus Hone | BMO Capital | Raises | Market Perform | $73.00 | $72.00 |
| Ramsey El-Assal | Barclays | Raises | Overweight | $92.00 | $85.00 |
| Bryan Keane | Deutsche Bank | Raises | Buy | $94.00 | $74.00 |
| Will Nance | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Neutral | $69.00 | $69.00 |
| Sanjay Sakhrani | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Maintains | Outperform | $78.00 | $78.00 |
| Dan Dolev | Mizuho | Maintains | Outperform | $90.00 | $90.00 |
| Tien-Tsin Huang | JP Morgan | Raises | Overweight | $80.00 | $77.00 |
| Kazuya Nishimura | Daiwa Capital | Raises | Outperform | $72.00 | $68.00 |
| Ramsey El-Assal | Barclays | Raises | Overweight | $85.00 | $81.00 |
| Bryan Bergin | TD Cowen | Raises | Hold | $70.00 | $68.00 |
| Andrew Bauch | Wells Fargo | Raises | Equal-Weight | $70.00 | $65.00 |
| Colin Sebastian | Baird | Raises | Outperform | $80.00 | $77.00 |
| Timothy Chiodo | UBS | Raises | Neutral | $72.00 | $71.00 |
| Daniel Perlin | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | $84.00 | $84.00 |
| Paul Golding | Macquarie | Raises | Outperform | $90.00 | $85.00 |
| Rufus Hone | BMO Capital | Raises | Market Perform | $72.00 | $65.00 |
| Anthony Butler | Susquehanna | Raises | Positive | $83.00 | $71.00 |
| Joseph Vafi | Canaccord Genuity | Maintains | Buy | $80.00 | $80.00 |
| Harshita Rawat | Bernstein | Raises | Outperform | $78.00 | $71.00 |
| Gus Gala | Monness, Crespi, Hardt | Raises | Buy | $95.00 | $88.00 |
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to PayPal Holdings. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.
- Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of PayPal Holdings compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for PayPal Holdings's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.
To gain a panoramic view of PayPal Holdings's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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Get to Know PayPal Holdings Better
PayPal was spun off from eBay in 2015 and provides electronic payment solutions to merchants and consumers, with a focus on online transactions. The company had 426 million active accounts at the end of 2023. The company also owns Venmo, a person-to-person payment platform.
PayPal Holdings: Delving into Financials
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: PayPal Holdings's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.21%. This indicates 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: PayPal Holdings's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 14.31%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 5.46%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): PayPal Holdings's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.35%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: PayPal Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.47, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
Analyst Ratings: Simplified
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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