Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for MIDD?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for MIDD is "Buy" based on 4 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for MIDD?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for MIDD is $163.33, representing a downside of 0.1% from the current price of $163.56.

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 14, 2026	Tami Zakaria	JP Morgan	Maintains	Hold	$125.00 → $140.00 +15.00 (12.0%)
Dec 26, 2025	Zacks Equity Research	Zacks Equity Research	Initiates Coverage	Buy	-
Dec 10, 2025	Saree Boroditsky	Jefferies	Upgrades	Strong Buy	$130.00 → $175.00 +45.00 (34.6%)
Dec 5, 2025	Brian McNamara	Canaccord Genuity	Maintains	Strong Buy	$171.00 → $175.00 +4.00 (2.3%)

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