Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of February 28, 2026, Axcelis Technologies, Inc. (ACLS) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $110.00, based on estimates from 12 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $82.61, this represents a potential upside of +33.2%. The company has a market capitalization of $2.68B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $110.00 to a high of $110.00, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $110.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 8 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,3 rating it Hold, and 1 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, ACLS trades at a trailing P/E of 21.7x and forward P/E of 22.6x. The forward PEG ratio of 1.07 indicates reasonable valuation for growth. Analysts expect EPS to grow -5.6% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $84.89, with bear and bull scenarios of $26.91 and $266.32 respectively. Model confidence stands at 59/100, reflecting moderate uncertainty in projections.
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Start ComparisonThe consensus Wall Street price target for ACLS is $110, representing 33.2% upside from the current price of $82.61. With 12 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
ACLS has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 12 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 8 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $110 implies 33.2% upside from current levels.
ACLS trades at a forward P/E of 22.6434x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $110 (33.2% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $110 for ACLS, while the most conservative target is $110. The consensus of $110 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $266 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
ACLS is moderately covered, with 12 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 8 have Buy ratings, 3 recommend Hold, and 1 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month ACLS stock forecast based on 12 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $110, with estimates ranging from $110 (bear case) to $110 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $85, with bear/bull scenarios of $27/$266.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates ACLS's fair value at $85 (base case), with a bear case of $27 and bull case of $266. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 59/100.
ACLS trades at a forward P/E ratio of 22.6x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 21.7x. The higher forward P/E suggests near-term earnings pressure. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on ACLS, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $110 price target (33.2% upside). 8 of 12 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
ACLS analyst price targets range from $110 to $110, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $110 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $27-$266 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.