Builders FirstSource Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

BLDR Stock  USD 209.68  2.64  1.28%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Builders FirstSource is Strong Buy with 5 hold recommendations. The current projected Builders FirstSource target price consensus is 171.13 with 17 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways Builders FirstSource 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 Builders FirstSource vendors, executives, and/or customers. Builders FirstSource recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected Builders FirstSource target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation of 0.0. Check out Macroaxis Advice on Builders FirstSource 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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Lowest Forecast
155.73
Highest Forecast
189.95
Target Price
171.13
At this time, Builders FirstSource's Gross Profit is relatively stable compared to the past year. As of 03/28/2024, Pretax Profit Margin is likely to grow to 0.12, while Gross Profit Margin is likely to drop 0.20. At this time, Builders FirstSource's Other Stockholder Equity is relatively stable compared to the past year. As of 03/28/2024, Total Liabilities is likely to grow to about 6.3 B, though Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income is likely to grow to (383.9 M).
  
It's important to approach Builders FirstSource'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.

Builders FirstSource Target Price Consensus

We track the performance of the top 100 financial experts across various large and mid-size financial boutiques. Builders 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. Builders FirstSource'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 Builders 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 Builders stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of Builders FirstSource, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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Builders FirstSource Target Price Projection

Builders FirstSource's current and average target prices are 209.68 and 171.13, respectively. The current price of Builders FirstSource is the price at which Builders FirstSource is currently trading. On the other hand, Builders FirstSource'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

Builders FirstSource Market Quote on 28th of March 2024

Low Price206.48Odds
High Price209.91Odds

209.68

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Builders FirstSource Target Price

Low Estimate155.73Odds
High Estimate189.95Odds

171.13

Historical Lowest Forecast  155.73 Target Price  171.13 Highest Forecast  189.95
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 Builders FirstSource and the information provided on this page.

Builders FirstSource Analyst Ratings

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

Builders FirstSource's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Builders FirstSource's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Builders FirstSource'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 Builders FirstSource'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 Builders FirstSource 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 Builders FirstSource is a key component of Builders FirstSource valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Builders FirstSource.
Sophisticated investors, who have witnessed many market ups and downs, anticipate that the market will even out over time. This tendency of Builders FirstSource'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
208.43210.41212.39
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
159.07161.05230.65
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
210.66212.64214.62
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
1.922.292.66
Details
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When determining whether Builders FirstSource is a strong investment it is important to analyze Builders FirstSource's competitive position within its industry, examining market share, product or service uniqueness, and competitive advantages. Beyond financials and market position, potential investors should also consider broader economic conditions, industry trends, and any regulatory or geopolitical factors that may impact Builders FirstSource's future performance. For an informed investment choice regarding Builders Stock, refer to the following important reports:
Check out Macroaxis Advice on Builders FirstSource to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
To learn how to invest in Builders Stock, please use our How to Invest in Builders FirstSource guide.
Note that the Builders FirstSource information on this page should be used as a complementary analysis to other Builders FirstSource's statistical models used to find the right mix of equity instruments to add to your existing portfolios or create a brand new portfolio. You can also try the Instant Ratings module to determine any equity ratings based on digital recommendations. Macroaxis instant equity ratings are based on combination of fundamental analysis and risk-adjusted market performance.

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The data published in Builders FirstSource's official financial statements usually reflect Builders FirstSource's business processes, product offerings, services, and other fundamental events. But there are other numbers, ratios, or fundamental indicators derived from these statements that are easier to understand and visualize within the underlying realities that drive quantitative information of Builders FirstSource. For example, before you start analyzing numbers published by Builders accountants, it's critical to develop an understanding of what Builders FirstSource's liquidity, profitability, and earnings quality are in the context of the Building Products space in which it operates.
Please note, the presentation of Builders FirstSource's financial position, as portrayed in its financial statements, is often influenced by management's estimates, judgments, and sometimes even manipulations. In the best case, Builders FirstSource's management is honest, while the outside auditors are strict and uncompromising. Whatever the case, the imprecision that can be found in Builders FirstSource's accounting process means that the reasonable investor should take a skeptical approach toward the financial statement analysis of Builders FirstSource. Please utilize our Beneish M Score to check the likelihood of Builders FirstSource's management manipulating its earnings.