Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 21, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of February 27, 2026, Baidu, Inc. (BIDU) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $158.55, based on estimates from 52 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $132.65, this represents a potential upside of +19.5%. The company has a market capitalization of $11.07B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $110.00 to a high of $215.00, representing a 66% spread in expectations. The median target of $155.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The wide target spread reflects significant disagreement on fair value.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 39 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,13 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, BIDU trades at a trailing P/E of 13.8x and forward P/E of 2.3x. The forward PEG ratio of 0.04 suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its growth. Analysts expect EPS to grow +116.5% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $714.96, with bear and bull scenarios of $226.77 and $1392.20 respectively. Model confidence stands at 56/100, reflecting moderate uncertainty in projections.
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Start ComparisonBaidu, Inc. (BIDU) has a consensus 12-month price target of $158.55, implying 19.5% upside from $132.65. The 52 analysts covering BIDU see moderate appreciation potential.
BIDU has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 52 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 39 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $158.55 implies 19.5% upside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 2.3093x, BIDU trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $158.55 implies 19.5% appreciation, suggesting meaningful undervaluation.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $215 for BIDU, while the most conservative target is $110. The consensus of $158.55 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $1392 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
BIDU is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 52 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 39 have Buy ratings, 13 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month BIDU stock forecast based on 52 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $158.55, with estimates ranging from $110 (bear case) to $215 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $715, with bear/bull scenarios of $227/$1392.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates BIDU's fair value at $715 (base case), with a bear case of $227 and bull case of $1392. 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 56/100.
BIDU trades at a forward P/E ratio of 2.3x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 13.8x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are optimistic on BIDU, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $158.55 price target (19.5% upside). 39 of 52 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.
BIDU analyst price targets range from $110 to $215, a 66% wide spread indicating significant analyst disagreement. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $158.55 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $227-$1392 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.