MH trades 25.6% below Wall Street's consensus target of $16.14.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes MH achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 7.0x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 9 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of October 3, 2026, McGraw Hill, Inc. (MH) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $16.14, based on estimates from 9 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $12.85, this represents a potential upside of +25.6%. The company has a market capitalization of $2.46B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $14.00 to a high of $17.00, representing a 19% spread in expectations. The median target of $16.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 8 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, MH trades at a trailing P/E of 67.6x and forward P/E of 7.0x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +279.3% over the next year.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 UDMYUdemy, Inc. | $677M | $4.63 | $13.72 | +196.3% | Hold | 8.6x | 12 |
 VSTAVasta Platform Limited | $394M | $4.90 | $5.75 | +17.3% | Buy | 2.1x | 7 |
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 MSFTMicrosoft Corporation | $3.8T | $517.53 | $563.50 | +8.9% | Buy | 26.2x | 82 |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MH stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for MH is $16.14, representing 25.6% upside from the current price of $12.85. With 9 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
MH has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 9 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 8 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $16.14 implies 25.6% upside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 6.9943x, MH trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $16.14 implies 25.6% appreciation, suggesting meaningful undervaluation.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $17 for MH, while the most conservative target is $14. The consensus of $16.14 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
MH is moderately covered, with 9 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 8 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 MH stock forecast based on 9 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $16.14, with estimates ranging from $14 (bear case) to $17 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
MH trades at a forward P/E ratio of 7.0x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 67.6x. 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 MH, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $16.14 price target (25.6% upside). 8 of 9 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.
MH analyst price targets range from $14 to $17, a 19% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $16.14 consensus represents the middle ground.
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