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$216.19$301.9B
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Royal Bank of Canada (RY) Research Brief

Wall Street consensus, price target range, and equity research thesis

Hold30 Analyst Coverage
Consensus Target
$225+4.1% Upside
Current: $216.19
Analyst Range
Low $225High $225
12-Month High/Low Spread
Ratings Mix
13 Buy·16 Hold·1 Sell
Earnings & Valuation
EPS Beat 1.1%
Forward P/E: 13.4x

Executive Summary & Research Take

Wall Street currently rates RY hold with a 12-month price target of $225 (+4.1% upside). The sections below cover the bull case, key risks, and latest earnings context for Royal Bank of Canada.

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Analyst Research Summary

Investment Thesis: Bull Case & Risk Factors

A structured look at the bull case, the risks, and the most recent earnings execution for RY.

Current setup

RY beat estimates last quarter. Below are the key reasons analysts remain constructive and the risks that could change that view.

Bull Case

What keeps the long thesis intact

  • Strong Analyst Consensus100% of analysts recommend a 'Strong Buy' for RY, with a median price target of $181.30, indicating a 2.0% upside.
  • Robust Financial PerformanceRY has a return on equity of 15.37% and a profit margin of 33.1%, showcasing strong financial health.
  • Consistent Dividend GrowthThe bank's quarterly dividend is C$1.54 per share, yielding 3.47%, providing a steady income stream for investors.
  • Significant Market CapitalizationRY's market cap stands at C$251.32 billion, reflecting its stability and strong market presence.
  • Positive Technical IndicatorsTechnical indicators suggest a strong bullish trend, with moving averages leaning positively.

Wall Street rates RY hold, giving the bull case institutional backing from 30 analysts.

Watch Out For

What can break the setup quickly

  • Valuation ConcernsSome analyses suggest RY may be fully priced, with a target price of $161.34 indicating limited immediate upside.
  • Insider Selling Raises ConcernsRecent insider selling by a senior officer could indicate a lack of confidence in future performance.
  • High Payout RatioRY's payout ratio is 49.49%, which may limit reinvestment in growth opportunities.
  • Weakening Technical MomentumTechnical indicators show the stock trending below its 50-day moving average, signaling potential caution.
  • Economic HeadwindsPotential macroeconomic challenges and credit quality issues due to higher interest rates could impact performance.

Watch whether new negative commentary on RY points to these structural risks or is simply reacting to short-term price moves.

RY Earnings Reaction — What the Last Quarter Showed

Last Quarter

EPS
$2.84 vs $2.81 est.Beat 1.1%
Revenue
$12.8B vs $12.7B est.Beat 0.8%
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RY — Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about buying RY stock.

What is the analyst consensus on RY?
Verdict

RY appears fairly valued near today's $216.19 — the consensus rating is "Hold" with a $225 target (+4.1%). This is informational only — verify the data and consider your own risk tolerance before deciding.

What are recent analyst rating changes for RY?
Timing

Timing depends on your horizon, but the data signals are: consensus rating "Hold" with +4.1% upside to the $225 target.

What is the price target for RY stock?
Price Target

RY's consensus 12-month price target is $225, set by 30 Wall Street analysts. The bull case high is $225 and the bear case low is $225. From the current price of $216.19, this implies +4.1% upside.

Is RY overvalued or undervalued?
Valuation

RY appears fairly valued — the $225 consensus target is roughly in line with today's $216.19 (+4.1%). It trades at a forward P/E of 13.4x. Targets range from $225 (bear) to $225 (bull), reflecting different assumptions about growth and margins.

What were RY's latest earnings results?
Earnings

RY reports next quarter. Earnings-week moves are volatile — historically, analyst targets revise upward after a beat and downward after a miss. The current consensus is "Hold" with a $225 target. Consider position sizing rather than going all-in pre-print.

What is the bull case for RY?
Coverage

Of 30 analysts covering Royal Bank of Canada (RY): 0 Strong Buy, 13 Buy, 16 Hold, 1 Sell, 0 Strong Sell — a "Hold" consensus. The 12-month price target is $225 (range $225–$225). Bullish analysts outnumber bearish by more than 2-to-1.

What are the risks of investing in RY?
Risks

1 of the 30 analysts covering RY rate it Sell or Strong Sell. Common concerns include valuation stretch, slowing growth, and sector-specific headwinds — see the Bull vs. Risk cards above for the specific theses on Royal Bank of Canada.

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