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 February 28, 2026, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $111.00, based on estimates from 46 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $109.47, this represents a potential upside of +1.4%. The company has a market capitalization of $12.54B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $70.00 to a high of $140.00, representing a 63% spread in expectations. The median target of $110.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The wide target spread reflects significant disagreement on fair value.
The current analyst consensus rating is Hold, with 20 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,22 rating it Hold, and 4 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The mixed ratings reflect uncertainty about near-term direction.
From a valuation perspective, EL trades at a trailing P/E of -34.8x and forward P/E of 49.1x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +557.0% over the next year.
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Start ComparisonThe consensus price target for EL is $111, close to the current price of $109.47 (1.4% implied move). Based on 46 analyst estimates, the stock appears fairly valued near current levels.
EL has a consensus rating of "Hold" based on 46 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 22 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $111 implies 1.4% upside from current levels.
At a forward P/E of 49.1007x, EL trades at a premium valuation. The consensus price target of $111 (1.4% upside) suggests analysts may view current valuations as stretched.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $140 for EL, while the most conservative target is $70. The consensus of $111 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
EL is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 46 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 1 have Strong Buy ratings, 19 have Buy ratings, 22 recommend Hold, and 4 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month EL stock forecast based on 46 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $111, with estimates ranging from $70 (bear case) to $140 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Hold".
EL trades at a forward P/E ratio of 49.1x 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.
EL appears fairly valued according to analysts, with a "Hold" rating and minimal upside to the $111 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.
EL analyst price targets range from $70 to $140, a 63% wide spread indicating significant analyst disagreement. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $111 consensus represents the middle ground.