Highlights
- Zacks Research adjusted its Q2 2025 EPS estimate for Sanofi to $0.93, slightly decreasing from a prior prediction of $0.94.
- Sanofi's stock has experienced a consensus rating upgrade, with varied ratings from "hold" to "strong-buy" from different financial analysts.
- Significant institutional investments in Sanofi have been observed, with notable activity from firms such as Price T Rowe Associates and Boston Partners.
Sanofi (NASDAQ:SNY) has recently seen updated forecasts from financial institutions. Notably, Zacks Research revised its Q2 2025 earnings per share (EPS) estimate to $0.93, a minor decrease from the prior estimate of $0.94. Analyst K. Shah outlined potential outcomes in the upcoming fiscal years, including EPS predictions of $4.34 for the full year 2025 and $1.06 for Q2 2026.
The stock has garnered attention from other financial entities. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft elevated its rating on Sanofi from a "sell" to a "hold". Meanwhile, StockNews.com adjusted its rating from "buy" to "hold". However, Sanford C. Bernstein expressed optimism by assigning a "strong-buy" rating. Overall, data from MarketBeat.com reflects a consensus rating of "buy" with a price target of $60.00.
Market Performance and Institutional Investments
As of a recent Monday, Sanofi's shares opened at $54.46. Over the past year, the stock has fluctuated between a low of $45.22 and a high of $58.97. Sanofi's financial health is highlighted by a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.15 and a current ratio of 1.46. The company's market capitalization stands at approximately $138.21 billion.
Institutional investors have actively participated in Sanofi's market, reflecting varied engagement levels. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. significantly increased its holdings by 88.5% during the fourth quarter, accumulating 10,843,682 shares. Similarly, Boston Partners and Magnetar Financial LLC expanded their stakes by substantial percentages, showcasing confidence in the company's future prospects. Approximately 14.04% of Sanofi’s stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Sanofi operates as a prominent healthcare company, involved in the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of therapeutic solutions on a global scale. The company's operations span across Pharmaceuticals, Vaccines, and Consumer Healthcare segments. Sanofi offers a diverse range of products, including specialty care for conditions such as neurology and immunology, rare diseases, and oncology, along with medical solutions for diabetes and cardiovascular ailments.