Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for BAX?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for BAX is "Buy" based on 5 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for BAX?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for BAX is $21.25, representing an upside of 2.5% from the current price of $20.74.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Jan 28, 2026	Zacks Equity Research	Zacks Equity Research	Initiates Coverage	Buy	-
Jan 9, 2026	Matt Miksic	Barclays	Maintains	Buy	$36.00 → $30.00 -6.00 (-16.7%)
Dec 26, 2025	Zacks Equity Research	Zacks Equity Research	Initiates Coverage	Buy	-
Dec 12, 2025	Larry Biegelsen	Wells Fargo	Maintains	Hold	$21.00 → $19.00 -2.00 (-9.5%)
Dec 11, 2025	Joanne Wuensch	Citi	Maintains	Hold	$21.00
Dec 2, 2025	Patrick Wood	Morgan Stanley	Maintains	Sell	$19.00 → $15.00 -4.00 (-21.1%)

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