CDZI trades 161.8% below Wall Street's consensus target of $10.00.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes CDZI achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of historical averagesx. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 2 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of September 24, 2026, Cadiz Inc. (CDZI) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $10.00, based on estimates from 2 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $3.82, this represents a potential upside of +161.8%. The company has a market capitalization of $321M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $10.00 to a high of $10.00, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $10.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 2 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,0 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, CDZI trades at a trailing P/E of -8.0x. Analysts expect EPS to grow -26.8% over the next year.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 MSEXMiddlesex Water Company | $999M | $53.65 | $65.00 | +21.2% | Buy | 20.1x | 4 |
 YORWThe York Water Company | $501M | $30.93 | $31.00 | +0.2% | Hold | 19.0x | 4 |
 ARTNAArtesian Resources Corporation | $348M | $33.75 | — | — | Buy | 14.9x | 4 |
 CWCOConsolidated Water Co. Ltd. | $449M | $28.09 | — | — | Buy | 30.9x | 6 |
 GWRSGlobal Water Resources, Inc. | $232M | $8.08 | $12.50 | +54.7% | Buy | 83.6x | 4 |
 AWRAmerican States Water Company | $3.3B | $83.24 | $89.50 | +7.5% | Hold | 22.8x | 10 |
 CWTCalifornia Water Service Group | $2.8B | $46.07 | $53.50 | +16.1% | Buy | 17.8x | 10 |
 AWKAmerican Water Works Company, Inc. | $26.4B | $133.06 | $140.50 | +5.6% | Buy | 21.9x | 30 |
 WTRGEssential Utilities, Inc. | $11.4B | $40.18 | $44.50 | +10.8% | Buy | 18.0x | 18 |
 ERIIEnergy Recovery, Inc. | $351M | $6.80 | $10.00 | +47.1% | Buy | — | 16 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CDZI stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for CDZI is $10, representing 161.8% upside from the current price of $3.82. With 2 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
CDZI has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 2 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 2 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $10 implies 161.8% upside from current levels.
CDZI's current price is $3.82 with a consensus target of $10 (161.8% implied move). Analyst estimates suggest the stock is undervalued at current levels.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $10 for CDZI, while the most conservative target is $10. The consensus of $10 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
CDZI is lightly followed, with 2 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 2 have Buy ratings, 0 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 CDZI stock forecast based on 2 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $10, with estimates ranging from $10 (bear case) to $10 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on CDZI, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $10 price target (161.8% upside). 2 of 2 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.
CDZI analyst price targets range from $10 to $10, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $10 consensus represents the middle ground.
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