LION trades 50.5% below Wall Street's consensus target of $16.80.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes LION achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 27.9x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 8 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of October 3, 2026, Lionsgate Studios Corp. (LION) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $16.80, based on estimates from 8 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $11.16, this represents a potential upside of +50.5%. The company has a market capitalization of $3.32B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $15.00 to a high of $20.00, representing a 30% spread in expectations. The median target of $17.00 aligns closely with the consensus average.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 7 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,1 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, LION trades at a trailing P/E of -16.2x and forward P/E of 27.9x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +198.5% over the next year.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 WBDWarner Bros. Discovery, Inc. | $77.6B | $30.94 | $31.00 | +0.2% | Hold | — | 32 |
 FOXFox Corporation | $24.5B | $55.89 | $84.75 | +51.6% | Hold | 11.0x | 43 |
 AMCAMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. | $1.6B | $2.77 | $2.50 | -9.7% | Hold | — | 28 |
 DISThe Walt Disney Company | $177.5B | $102.19 | $125.67 | +23.0% | Buy | 14.8x | 64 |
 NFLXNetflix, Inc. | $279.2B | $67.06 | $91.00 | +35.7% | Buy | 18.6x | 100 |
 AMZNAmazon.com, Inc. | $2.7T | $251.52 | $326.83 | +29.9% | Buy | 19.7x | 94 |
 CMCSAComcast Corporation | $76.5B | $21.57 | $27.68 | +28.3% | Buy | 6.2x | 61 |
 SONYSony Group Corporation | $141.0B | $23.82 | $24.00 | +0.8% | Buy | 0.1x | 16 |
 CNKCinemark Holdings, Inc. | $4.2B | $36.05 | $38.67 | +7.3% | Hold | 15.0x | 31 |
 IMAXIMAX Corporation | $2.9B | $52.72 | $53.89 | +2.2% | Buy | 28.6x | 25 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LION stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for LION is $16.8, representing 50.5% upside from the current price of $11.16. With 8 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
LION has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 8 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 7 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $16.8 implies 50.5% upside from current levels.
LION trades at a forward P/E of 27.914x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $16.8 (50.5% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $20 for LION, while the most conservative target is $15. The consensus of $16.8 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
LION is moderately covered, with 8 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 7 have Buy ratings, 1 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 LION stock forecast based on 8 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $16.8, with estimates ranging from $15 (bear case) to $20 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
LION trades at a forward P/E ratio of 27.9x 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.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on LION, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $16.8 price target (50.5% upside). 7 of 8 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.
LION analyst price targets range from $15 to $20, 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 $16.8 consensus represents the middle ground.
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