RIG trades 29.7% below Wall Street's consensus target of $6.63.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes RIG achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 40.5x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 64 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of June 28, 2026, Transocean Ltd. (RIG) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $6.63, based on estimates from 64 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $5.11, this represents a potential upside of +29.7%. The company has a market capitalization of $4.62B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $6.00 to a high of $7.50, representing a 23% spread in expectations. The median target of $6.50 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 25 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,25 rating it Hold, and 14 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The mixed ratings reflect uncertainty about near-term direction.
From a valuation perspective, RIG trades at a trailing P/E of -1.7x and forward P/E of 40.5x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +105.1% over the next year.
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying RIG stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for RIG is $6.63, representing 29.7% upside from the current price of $5.11. With 64 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
RIG has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 64 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 25 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $6.63 implies 29.7% upside from current levels.
At a forward P/E of 40.4913x, RIG trades at a premium valuation. The consensus price target of $6.63 (29.7% upside) suggests analysts still see growth justifying the multiple.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $7.5 for RIG, while the most conservative target is $6. The consensus of $6.63 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
RIG is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 64 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 25 have Buy ratings, 25 recommend Hold, and 14 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month RIG stock forecast based on 64 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $6.63, with estimates ranging from $6 (bear case) to $7.5 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
RIG trades at a forward P/E ratio of 40.5x 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 RIG, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $6.63 price target (29.7% upside). 25 of 64 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.
RIG analyst price targets range from $6 to $7.5, a 23% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $6.63 consensus represents the middle ground.
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