BW trades 561.5% below Wall Street's consensus target of $21.50.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes BW achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 22.4x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 7 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of November 8, 2026, Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc. (BW) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $21.50, based on estimates from 7 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $3.25, this represents a potential upside of +561.5%. The company has a market capitalization of $484M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $20.00 to a high of $23.00, representing a 14% spread in expectations. The median target of $21.50 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Hold, with 1 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,5 rating it Hold, and 1 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The bearish sentiment suggests caution about the stock at current levels.
From a valuation perspective, BW trades at a trailing P/E of -5.4x and forward P/E of 22.4x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +124.1% over the next year.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 GEGE Aerospace | $335.4B | $323.24 | $385.00 | +19.1% | Buy | 39.6x | 36 |
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 CWCurtiss-Wright Corporation | $17.1B | $463.47 | $697.67 | +50.5% | Buy | 30.2x | 27 |
 HUBBHubbell Incorporated | $22.7B | $429.45 | $559.29 | +30.2% | Hold | 20.9x | 18 |
 ERIIEnergy Recovery, Inc. | $369M | $7.15 | $9.50 | +32.9% | Buy | — | 16 |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BW stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for BW is $21.5, representing 561.5% upside from the current price of $3.25. With 7 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
BW has a consensus rating of "Hold" based on 7 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 5 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $21.5 implies 561.5% upside from current levels.
BW trades at a forward P/E of 22.4138x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $21.5 (561.5% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $23 for BW, while the most conservative target is $20. The consensus of $21.5 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
BW is moderately covered, with 7 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 1 have Buy ratings, 5 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 BW stock forecast based on 7 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $21.5, with estimates ranging from $20 (bear case) to $23 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Hold".
BW trades at a forward P/E ratio of 22.4x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates. 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 BW, with a "Hold" consensus rating and $21.5 price target (561.5% upside). 1 of 7 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.
BW analyst price targets range from $20 to $23, a 14% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $21.5 consensus represents the middle ground.
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