PLOW trades 56.9% below Wall Street's consensus target of $57.00.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes PLOW achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 11.5x. 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 November 8, 2026, Douglas Dynamics, Inc. (PLOW) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $57.00, based on estimates from 8 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $36.34, this represents a potential upside of +56.9%. The company has a market capitalization of $840M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $57.00 to a high of $57.00, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $57.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 4 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,3 rating it Hold, and 1 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, PLOW trades at a trailing P/E of 13.0x and forward P/E of 11.5x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +13.6% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $49.59, with bear and bull scenarios of $31.24 and $65.34 respectively. Model confidence stands at 47/100, suggesting limited visibility into future performance.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PLOW stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for PLOW is $57, representing 56.9% upside from the current price of $36.34. With 8 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
PLOW has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 8 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 3 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $57 implies 56.9% upside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 11.4547x, PLOW trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $57 implies 56.9% appreciation, suggesting meaningful undervaluation.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $57 for PLOW, while the most conservative target is $57. The consensus of $57 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $65 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
PLOW is moderately covered, with 8 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 4 have Buy ratings, 3 recommend Hold, and 1 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month PLOW stock forecast based on 8 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $57, with estimates ranging from $57 (bear case) to $57 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $50, with bear/bull scenarios of $31/$65.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates PLOW's fair value at $50 (base case), with a bear case of $31 and bull case of $65. 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 47/100.
PLOW trades at a forward P/E ratio of 11.5x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 13.0x. 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 PLOW, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $57 price target (56.9% upside). 4 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.
PLOW analyst price targets range from $57 to $57, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $57 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $31-$65 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.
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