Summit Therapeutics Stock Surpasses Analyst Target Price of $35.57
Recently, shares of Summit Therapeutics Inc (Symbol: SMMT) reached a price of $36.70, surpassing the average analyst 12-month target price of $35.57. When a stock achieves its target price, analysts typically face two options: downgrade the stock on valuation or revise their target price upward. The choice often hinges on the underlying business developments that are propelling the stock price. If positive indicators emerge for the company, a higher target price could be warranted.
Among the analysts in the Zacks coverage universe, seven contribute to the average price target for Summit Therapeutics Inc. While the stated $35.57 is an average, individual targets vary significantly. For instance, one analyst expects the price to hit $30.00, while another sets an ambitious target of $44.00. The standard deviation among these targets is $5.442, illustrating some differences in expectations.
The significance of the average target lies in its ability to aggregate multiple expert opinions rather than relying on a single analyst’s perspective. With SMMT moving beyond the average target price, investors face a pivotal moment. They need to evaluate whether $35.57 is merely a stepping stone to a higher valuation or if the current price indicates a stretched valuation that warrants a reconsideration of their investment strategy. Below is a breakdown of the current analyst ratings for Summit Therapeutics Inc:
| Recent SMMT Analyst Ratings Breakdown | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| » | Current | 1 Month Ago | 2 Month Ago | 3 Month Ago |
| Strong buy ratings: | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Buy ratings: | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hold ratings: | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Sell ratings: | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Strong sell ratings: | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Average rating: | 1.0 | 1.22 | 1.29 | 1.29 |
The average rating in the above table ranges from 1 to 5, where 1 signifies a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Strong Sell. This article utilized data provided by Zacks Investment Research via Quandl.com.
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