CSGP trades 28.7% below Wall Street's consensus target of $36.36.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes CSGP achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 20.7x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 27 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of September 24, 2026, CoStar Group, Inc. (CSGP) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $36.36, based on estimates from 27 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $28.26, this represents a potential upside of +28.7%. The company has a market capitalization of $11.45B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $26.00 to a high of $44.00, representing a 50% spread in expectations. The median target of $34.00 differs from the mean, suggesting potential outlier estimates.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 16 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,9 rating it Hold, and 2 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, CSGP trades at a trailing P/E of 1702.4x and forward P/E of 20.7x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +645.9% over the next year.
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CSGP stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for CSGP is $36.36, representing 28.7% upside from the current price of $28.26. With 27 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
CSGP has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 27 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 16 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $36.36 implies 28.7% upside from current levels.
CSGP trades at a forward P/E of 20.6821x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $36.36 (28.7% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $44 for CSGP, while the most conservative target is $26. The consensus of $36.36 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
CSGP is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 27 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 16 have Buy ratings, 9 recommend Hold, and 2 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month CSGP stock forecast based on 27 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $36.36, with estimates ranging from $26 (bear case) to $44 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
CSGP trades at a forward P/E ratio of 20.7x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 1702.4x. 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.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on CSGP, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $36.36 price target (28.7% upside). 16 of 27 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.
CSGP analyst price targets range from $26 to $44, a 50% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $36.36 consensus represents the middle ground.
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