SFL trades 34.1% below Wall Street's consensus target of $14.50.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes SFL achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 34.9x. 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 June 22, 2026, SFL Corporation Ltd. (SFL) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $14.50, based on estimates from 9 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $10.81, this represents a potential upside of +34.1%. The company has a market capitalization of $1.44B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $13.00 to a high of $16.00, representing a 21% spread in expectations. The median target of $14.50 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Hold, with 3 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,6 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The mixed ratings reflect uncertainty about near-term direction.
From a valuation perspective, SFL trades at a trailing P/E of -54.0x and forward P/E of 34.9x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +30.6% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $7.49, with bear and bull scenarios of $4.72 and $9.87 respectively. Model confidence stands at 47/100, suggesting limited visibility into future performance.
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SFL stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for SFL is $14.5, representing 34.1% upside from the current price of $10.81. With 9 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
SFL has a consensus rating of "Hold" based on 9 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 6 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $14.5 implies 34.1% upside from current levels.
SFL trades at a forward P/E of 34.871x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $14.5 (34.1% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $16 for SFL, while the most conservative target is $13. The consensus of $14.5 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $10 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
SFL is moderately covered, with 9 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 3 have Buy ratings, 6 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 SFL stock forecast based on 9 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $14.5, with estimates ranging from $13 (bear case) to $16 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Hold". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $7, with bear/bull scenarios of $5/$10.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates SFL's fair value at $7 (base case), with a bear case of $5 and bull case of $10. 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.
SFL trades at a forward P/E ratio of 34.9x 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 SFL, with a "Hold" consensus rating and $14.5 price target (34.1% upside). 3 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.
SFL analyst price targets range from $13 to $16, a 21% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $14.5 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $5-$10 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.
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