Analysts See Significant Upside for WisdomTree ETF and Key Stocks
In our analysis at ETF Channel, we have examined the underlying holdings of various ETFs in our coverage universe. We compared the trading price of these holdings against the average analyst’s 12-month forward target price, which helped us compute the weighted average implied analyst target price for the ETF itself. For the WisdomTree U.S. LargeCap Dividend Fund ETF (Symbol: DLN), we determined that the implied analyst target price based on its holdings is $90.03 per unit.
Currently, DLN is trading at about $78.86 per unit. This indicates that analysts project a 14.16% upside for this ETF based on the average target prices of its underlying holdings. Among DLN’s holdings, three stocks show particularly significant upside potential: Raymond James Financial, Inc. (Symbol: RJF), Norfolk Southern Corp (Symbol: NSC), and Labcorp Holdings Inc (Symbol: LH). While RJF’s recent share price is $141.06, analysts have set an average target of $176.28 per share, suggesting a potential increase of 24.97%. Similarly, NSC, priced at $231.75, looks to have a 19.92% upside to an average target of $277.92. Meanwhile, analysts expect LH’s target price to reach $278.06, which is an 18.72% increase from its current price of $234.21. Below is a chart illustrating the 12-month price history of RJF, NSC, and LH:
For a clearer overview, see the summary table of the current analyst target prices:
| Name | Symbol | Recent Price | Avg. Analyst 12-Mo. Target | % Upside to Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WisdomTree U.S. LargeCap Dividend Fund ETF | DLN | $78.86 | $90.03 | 14.16% |
| Raymond James Financial, Inc. | RJF | $141.06 | $176.28 | 24.97% |
| Norfolk Southern Corp | NSC | $231.75 | $277.92 | 19.92% |
| Labcorp Holdings Inc | LH | $234.21 | $278.06 | 18.72% |
These targets raise important questions: Are analysts being too optimistic about the future prices of these stocks? Do they have a solid rationale for their forecasts, or are they behind in their assessments due to recent company or industry changes? A high target price relative to a stock’s trading price might suggest optimism but could also precede potential downgrades if those targets are outdated. These considerations warrant thorough research by investors.
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