YPF (YPF) Stock Boosted by HSBC Upgrade and Argentine Reforms

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Apr 14, 2025
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Investment Highlights:

  • YPF shares surged 9.5% following an upgrade by HSBC, reflecting increased investor confidence.
  • Analysts forecast a 34.72% upside potential with an average target price of $44.28.
  • YPF is currently rated as "Outperform" with a GF Value predicting a 14.27% potential gain.

YPF (YPF, Financial) experienced a notable 9.5% increase in trading after HSBC upgraded its rating to Hold, accompanied by a new price target of $33. This positive momentum comes on the heels of economic reforms in Argentina, including an agreement with the IMF, bolstering investor confidence in YPF's energy initiatives and financial prospects.

Wall Street's Analyst Projections

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According to the one-year price targets from 12 analysts, the average target price for YPF SA (YPF, Financial) stands at $44.28. Projections range from a high of $62.00 to a low of $21.00, suggesting an impressive 34.72% upside potential from the current price of $32.87. Investors seeking detailed estimate data can visit the YPF SA (YPF) Forecast page.

The consensus recommendation from 13 brokerage firms indicates that YPF SA is currently rated at 2.2, which translates to an "Outperform" status. This rating is based on a scale from 1, representing a Strong Buy, to 5, denoting a Sell.

Evaluating YPF's GF Value

GuruFocus' estimate for YPF SA's (YPF, Financial) GF Value in one year is predicted to be $37.56, indicating a potential upside of 14.27% from the current price of $32.87. The GF Value is calculated by evaluating the historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. For more in-depth data, please visit the YPF SA (YPF) Summary page.

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