Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for VRTS?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for VRTS is "Sell" based on 4 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for VRTS?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for VRTS is $175.00, representing an upside of 26.8% from the current price of $138.03.

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
Feb 4, 2026	Crispin Love	Piper Sandler	Maintains	Buy	$218.00 → $206.00 -12.00 (-5.5%)
Feb 3, 2026	Michael Cyprys	Morgan Stanley	Maintains	Sell	$168.00 → $155.00 -13.00 (-7.7%)
Jan 15, 2026	Benjamin Budish	Barclays	Maintains	Sell	$158.00 → $166.00 +8.00 (5.1%)
Jan 14, 2026	Bill Katz	TD Cowen	Maintains	Hold	$180.00 → $173.00 -7.00 (-3.9%)
Dec 23, 2025	Crispin Love	Piper Sandler	Maintains	Buy	$225.00 → $218.00 -7.00 (-3.1%)
Dec 17, 2025	Michael Cyprys	Morgan Stanley	Maintains	Sell	$173.00 → $168.00 -5.00 (-2.9%)
Dec 12, 2025	Benjamin Budish	Barclays	Maintains	Sell	$175.00 → $158.00 -17.00 (-9.7%)

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