Analysts at J.P. Morgan shares positive outlook for JB Hi-Fi (ASX: JBH)

May 10, 2024 04:17 PM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media
 Analysts at J.P. Morgan shares positive outlook for JB Hi-Fi (ASX: JBH)
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Shares of JB Hi-Fi (ASX: JBH), a prominent discretionary retailer in Australia, surged by up to 2.1% to reach AU$58.44 during the early trading hours on 10 May 2024, marking its most significant intraday percentage gain since March 21. Later, it entered into red zone to trade at AU$56.07 apiece, 2.06% lower than previous’ day close.

The positive momentum in JB Hi-Fi's stock was buoyed by an optimistic outlook from analysts at J.P. Morgan, who raised the price target (PT) on the retailer's shares to AU$63 from A$60. Additionally, they upgraded their rating on the stock to "overweight" from "neutral," indicating a more bullish stance on JB Hi-Fi's prospects.

J.P. Morgan expressed confidence in JB Hi-Fi's potential capital management initiatives, particularly highlighting the company's efforts to bolster its capital position by AU$200 million ($132.22 million) as of FY24. They emphasized the retailer's solid earnings outlook, attributing it to effective cost control measures and forecasting an EBIT margin of 7% for FY25.

Furthermore, the brokerage applauded JB Hi-Fi's strong operational execution and favorable product cycle trends in key categories such as computing and telecommunications, which are expected to drive growth and profitability in the upcoming quarters.

Despite the optimistic sentiment from J.P. Morgan, the broader analyst consensus on JB Hi-Fi remains mixed. Out of 14 analysts covering the stock, four rate it as "buy" or higher, while seven recommend "hold," and three suggest "sell." The median PT for JBH stands at AU$59.07, reflecting a divergence in opinions among market experts.

JB Hi-Fi's stock has demonstrated resilience and upward momentum throughout the year, posting an impressive 8% increase year-to-date as of the last close. This consistent growth trajectory underscores the retailer's ability to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities in the competitive retail landscape.

Overall, JB Hi-Fi's strong performance, coupled with favourable analyst outlook and market sentiment, positions the retailer for continued success and growth in the foreseeable future. Investors are optimistic about the company's ability to drive shareholder value and deliver sustained returns amid evolving market dynamics.


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