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 March 2, 2026, Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $98.40, based on estimates from 34 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $104.86, this represents a potential downside of -6.2%. The company has a market capitalization of $24.82B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $82.00 to a high of $110.00, representing a 28% spread in expectations. The median target of $100.00 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 34.7x and forward P/E of 27.8x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +22.6% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $119.44, with bear and bull scenarios of $69.78 and $174.78 respectively. Model confidence stands at 76/100, indicating high predictability in the company's fundamentals.
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Start ComparisonWall Street's consensus price target for CHD is $98.4, -6.2% from its current price of $104.86. The below-market target from 34 analysts suggests limited near-term appreciation.
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 $98.4 implies -6.2% downside from current levels.
CHD trades at a forward P/E of 27.8114x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $98.4 (-6.2% implied move), the stock appears close to fair value.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $110 for CHD, while the most conservative target is $82. The consensus of $98.4 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $175 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 $98.4, with estimates ranging from $82 (bear case) to $110 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $119, with bear/bull scenarios of $70/$175.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates CHD's fair value at $119 (base case), with a bear case of $70 and bull case of $175. 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 27.8x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 34.7x. 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.
Analysts are cautious on CHD, with 1 Sell ratings and a price target of $98.4 (-6.2% from current price). The "Buy" consensus suggests careful evaluation before buying. 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 $110, a 28% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $98.4 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $70-$175 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.