Fair Isaac (FICO) Faces Sharp Decline Amid Regulatory Concerns

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May 25, 2025
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  • Fair Isaac (FICO, Financial) sees a significant 23.05% stock dip due to remarks from the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
  • Analyst forecasts suggest a potential upside of 33.26% with a strong "Outperform" rating.
  • GuruFocus estimates a potential downside of 9.27% based on fair value calculations.

Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO) recently faced a sharp decline of 23.05% after the Federal Housing Finance Agency made critical remarks regarding the company's pricing strategy for credit scores. Additionally, the agency hinted at the privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, influencing investor sentiment negatively and causing a substantial impact on the stock price.

Wall Street Analysts' Forecast

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Seventeen analysts have provided their one-year price targets for Fair Isaac Corp (FICO, Financial), with an average target price of $2,257.85. The highest projection stands at $3,700.00, whereas the lowest estimate is $1,364.00. This average target suggests a potential upside of 33.26% from the current share price of $1,694.36. For more in-depth estimates, please visit the Fair Isaac Corp (FICO) Forecast page.

The consensus recommendation from 19 brokerage firms positions Fair Isaac Corp (FICO, Financial) at a 2.3 average, categorizing it as "Outperform." This rating scale ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Sell).

GuruFocus Valuation Insights

According to GuruFocus estimates, the projected GF Value for Fair Isaac Corp (FICO, Financial) in one year is $1,537.32. This indicates a potential downside of 9.27% from the current market price of $1,694.36. The GF Value reflects GuruFocus' assessment of the stock's fair trading value, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance forecasts. For additional data, explore the Fair Isaac Corp (FICO) Summary page.

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