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, Eli Lilly and Company (LLY) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $1214.28, based on estimates from 44 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $1052.20, this represents a potential upside of +15.4%. The company has a market capitalization of $941.74B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $830.00 to a high of $1350.00, representing a 43% spread in expectations. The median target of $1255.00 aligns closely with the consensus average.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 32 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,10 rating it Hold, and 2 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, LLY trades at a trailing P/E of 89.9x and forward P/E of 30.9x. The forward PEG ratio of 5.02 reflects a premium valuation. Analysts expect EPS to grow +66.5% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $2643.17, with bear and bull scenarios of $762.90 and $2469.69 respectively. Model confidence stands at 61/100, reflecting moderate uncertainty in projections.
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Start ComparisonEli Lilly and Company (LLY) has a consensus 12-month price target of $1214.28, implying 15.4% upside from $1052.1999. The 44 analysts covering LLY see moderate appreciation potential.
LLY has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 44 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 32 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $1214.28 implies 15.4% upside from current levels.
LLY trades at a forward P/E of 30.8566x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $1214.28 (15.4% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $1350 for LLY, while the most conservative target is $830. The consensus of $1214.28 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $2470 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
LLY is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 44 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 32 have Buy ratings, 10 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 LLY stock forecast based on 44 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $1214.28, with estimates ranging from $830 (bear case) to $1350 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $2643, with bear/bull scenarios of $763/$2470.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates LLY's fair value at $2643 (base case), with a bear case of $763 and bull case of $2470. 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 61/100.
LLY trades at a forward P/E ratio of 30.9x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 89.9x. 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 optimistic on LLY, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $1214.28 price target (15.4% upside). 32 of 44 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.
LLY analyst price targets range from $830 to $1350, a 43% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $1214.28 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $763-$2470 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.