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 March 1, 2026, Nova Ltd. (NVMI) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $489.50, based on estimates from 12 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $438.86, this represents a potential upside of +11.5%. The company has a market capitalization of $12.85B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $453.00 to a high of $520.00, representing a 14% spread in expectations. The median target of $492.50 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 12 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,0 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, NVMI trades at a trailing P/E of 76.3x and forward P/E of 42.8x. The forward PEG ratio of 1.18 indicates reasonable valuation for growth. Analysts expect EPS to grow +33.8% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $970.23, with bear and bull scenarios of $177.92 and $1119.32 respectively. Model confidence stands at 61/100, reflecting moderate uncertainty in projections.
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Start ComparisonNova Ltd. (NVMI) has a consensus 12-month price target of $489.5, implying 11.5% upside from $438.86. The 12 analysts covering NVMI see moderate appreciation potential.
NVMI has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 12 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 12 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $489.5 implies 11.5% upside from current levels.
At a forward P/E of 42.7918x, NVMI trades at a premium valuation. The consensus price target of $489.5 (11.5% upside) suggests analysts still see growth justifying the multiple.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $520 for NVMI, while the most conservative target is $453. The consensus of $489.5 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $1119 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
NVMI is moderately covered, with 12 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 12 have Buy ratings, 0 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 NVMI stock forecast based on 12 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $489.5, with estimates ranging from $453 (bear case) to $520 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $970, with bear/bull scenarios of $178/$1119.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates NVMI's fair value at $970 (base case), with a bear case of $178 and bull case of $1119. 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.
NVMI trades at a forward P/E ratio of 42.8x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 76.3x. 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 NVMI, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $489.5 price target (11.5% upside). 12 of 12 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.
NVMI analyst price targets range from $453 to $520, a 14% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $489.5 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $178-$1119 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.