Analyst Expectations For Generac Hldgs's Future

13 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Generac Hldgs (NYSE:GNRC) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.

The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.

	Bullish	Somewhat Bullish	Indifferent	Somewhat Bearish	Bearish
Total Ratings	5	4	4	0	0
Last 30D	1	0	0	0	0
1M Ago	0	1	0	0	0
2M Ago	0	0	0	0	0
3M Ago	4	3	4	0	0

The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $174.92, a high estimate of $210.00, and a low estimate of $148.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 12.96% increase from the previous average price target of $154.85.

Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study

The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Generac Hldgs by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.

Analyst	Analyst Firm	Action Taken	Rating	Current Price Target	Prior Price Target
Jordan Levy	Truist Securities	Raises	Buy	$210.00	$170.00
Kashy Harrison	Piper Sandler	Maintains	Overweight	$175.00	$175.00
Tommy Moll	Stephens & Co.	Maintains	Overweight	$200.00	$200.00
Jeffrey Osborne	TD Cowen	Raises	Buy	$172.00	$144.00
Jerry Revich	Goldman Sachs	Raises	Buy	$148.00	$129.00
Stephen Gengaro	Stifel	Raises	Buy	$175.00	$145.00
George Gianarikas	Canaccord Genuity	Raises	Buy	$200.00	$177.00
Praneeth Satish	Wells Fargo	Raises	Equal-Weight	$156.00	$139.00
Michael Halloran	Baird	Raises	Neutral	$163.00	$142.00
Donovan Schafer	Northland Capital Markets	Raises	Outperform	$180.00	$160.00
Chip Moore	Roth MKM	Raises	Neutral	$160.00	$135.00
Tristan Richardson	Scotiabank	Raises	Sector Perform	$160.00	$147.00
Kashy Harrison	Piper Sandler	Raises	Overweight	$175.00	$150.00

Key Insights:

• Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Generac Hldgs. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
• Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Generac Hldgs compared to the broader market.
• Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Generac Hldgs's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.

Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Generac Hldgs's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.

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Discovering Generac Hldgs: A Closer Look

Generac designs and manufactures power generation equipment serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets. It offers standby generators, portable generators, lighting, outdoor power equipment, and a suite of clean energy products. Sales generated in the United States account for the majority of total sales.

Unraveling the Financial Story of Generac Hldgs

Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.

Revenue Challenges: Generac Hldgs's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.22%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.

Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 5.92%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.

Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.5%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.

Return on Assets (ROA): Generac Hldgs's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.15%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.

Debt Management: Generac Hldgs's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.72, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.

Analyst Ratings: What Are They?

Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter.

In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.

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