CELH Stock Rises on Analyst Upgrade

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Mar 31, 2025
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Celsius Holdings Inc (CELH, Financial) saw a notable price increase of 5.85%, with shares trading at $35.62. This surge follows an analyst upgrade from Truist, shifting the rating from Hold to Buy, accompanied by a price target adjustment from $35 to $45, reflecting optimistic projections for the company's future prospects.

Celsius Holdings Inc (CELH, Financial), a key player in the energy drink segment, has demonstrated robust financial health. The company boasts a market capitalization of $8.375 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio (PE) of 81.32, which is significantly higher than the industry average, indicating strong earnings expectations by the market. Celsius also enjoys a strong financial position, evidenced by its solid financial strength indicators such as a high Altman Z-score of 10.62 and a Beneish M-Score of -2.5, suggesting minimal risk of financial manipulation.

The GF Value for Celsius Holdings has been estimated at $81.57. For more details on the GF Value, visit the GF Value page.

In terms of recent performance, Celsius has been on an upward trend with a 35.23% year-to-date increase, and a 38.65% gain over the past month. Despite this, the stock experienced a 57.04% decline over the previous year, indicating volatility in its price movement. The price change dynamics are further amplified by the insider transactions, with three insider selling actions reported in the last three months, totaling 84,188 shares sold.

Celsius Holdings’ innovative approach, including its partnership with PepsiCo, which holds an 8.5% stake in the company, reinforces its strategic market positioning. With a strong emphasis on natural ingredients and fitness-oriented products, Celsius continues to attract a broad consumer base in North America, contributing to its revenue growth of 62.8% over the past three years.

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