Key Takeaways:
- BASF SE's (BASFY, Financial) Q1 results indicate a slight decline in revenue and earnings per share.
- Analyst price targets suggest limited downside potential from current levels.
- GuruFocus estimates hint at future valuation challenges for the stock.
BASF SE (BASFY) recently reported its first-quarter earnings, revealing a non-GAAP EPS of €1.57 and generating €17.4 billion in revenue. This represents a marginal 0.9% decline compared to the same period last year. Despite achieving an EBITDA of €2,177 million, the company's cash flows from operating activities took a hit, dropping by €468 million to -€982 million. Despite these figures, BASF SE continues to uphold its 2025 outlook.
Analyst Insights and Price Targets
According to projections from two analysts, the average one-year price target for BASF SE (BASFY, Financial) stands at $12.50. While the high estimate reaches $13.00, the low estimate is pegged at $12.00. Currently priced at $12.74, the average target implies a potential downside of 1.88%. Investors seeking more detailed estimate data can explore the Basf SE (BASFY) Forecast page.
Brokerage Recommendations
The consensus among two brokerage firms scores BASF SE (BASFY, Financial) with an average brokerage recommendation of 3.0, suggesting a "Hold" status. On a scale of 1 to 5—where 1 indicates a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell—this rating suggests a more neutral stance from analysts.
GF Value and Investment Implications
According to GuruFocus estimates, the one-year GF Value for BASF SE (BASFY, Financial) is projected at $10.68. This points to a potential downside of 16.17% from its current stock price of $12.74. The GF Value is a proprietary metric that reflects the fair value a stock should achieve, calculated using historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future business performance projections. For a deeper dive into these calculations, visit the Basf SE (BASFY) Summary page.
In summary, while BASF SE remains committed to its future outlook, current analyst recommendations and valuation metrics suggest a cautious approach may be warranted for potential investors.
