Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated May 1, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of May 7, 2026, Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $99.60, based on estimates from 34 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $94.96, this represents a potential upside of +4.9%. The company has a market capitalization of $22.49B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $82.00 to a high of $112.00, representing a 30% spread in expectations. The median target of $101.00 aligns closely with the consensus average.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 18 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,15 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, CHD trades at a trailing P/E of 31.4x and forward P/E of 25.3x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +21.9% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $109.77, with bear and bull scenarios of $65.16 and $163.24 respectively. Model confidence stands at 76/100, indicating high predictability in the company's fundamentals.
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The consensus price target for CHD is $99.6, close to the current price of $94.96 (4.9% implied move). Based on 34 analyst estimates, the stock appears fairly valued near current levels.
CHD has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 34 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 18 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $99.6 implies 4.9% upside from current levels.
CHD trades at a forward P/E of 25.295x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $99.6 (4.9% implied move), the stock appears close to fair value.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $112 for CHD, while the most conservative target is $82. The consensus of $99.6 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $163 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
CHD is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 34 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 18 have Buy ratings, 15 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 CHD stock forecast based on 34 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $99.6, with estimates ranging from $82 (bear case) to $112 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $110, with bear/bull scenarios of $65/$163.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates CHD's fair value at $110 (base case), with a bear case of $65 and bull case of $163. 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 76/100.
CHD trades at a forward P/E ratio of 25.3x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 31.4x. 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.
CHD appears fairly valued according to analysts, with a "Buy" rating and minimal upside to the $99.6 target. Consider your investment thesis and risk tolerance. 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.
CHD analyst price targets range from $82 to $112, a 30% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $99.6 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $65-$163 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.