Update shared on 23 Nov 2025
Fair value Increased 0.30%Analysts have raised their price target for Fortescue slightly, increasing it to approximately A$18.99 per share from A$18.93. This adjustment follows minor revisions to revenue growth and profit margin forecasts based on their review of recent results.
Analyst Commentary
Recent research on Fortescue has highlighted a mixed outlook, with analysts providing both optimistic and cautious perspectives based on the latest fiscal report and forward-looking projections.
Bullish Takeaways- Bullish analysts believe Fortescue's solid revenue base continues to underpin its valuation, even in the face of short-term headwinds.
- They highlight steady operational execution and suggest that management's cost discipline should support sustainable profit margins.
- Some point to the unchanged price target from certain firms, indicating confidence in Fortescue's long-term strategic positioning within the sector.
- Expectations for stable demand in iron ore markets are seen as a supportive factor for future growth.
- Bearish analysts caution that the company's valuation appears stretched compared to historical norms and peers, which has led to recent rating downgrades.
- Concerns have been raised about the impact of rising costs on future profit margins, particularly if global demand moderates.
- The muted price target revisions following the fiscal report suggest skepticism about the pace of future earnings growth.
- Some analysts highlight sector-wide challenges, including evolving regulatory and environmental risks that could impact execution.
What's in the News
- Fortescue announced an ordinary fully paid, fully franked dividend of AUD 0.60 per share for the twelve-month period ending June 30, 2025. The ex-date is September 1, 2025, the record date is September 2, 2025, and payment will be made on September 26, 2025. (Company announcement)
Valuation Changes
- Consensus Analyst Price Target has risen slightly to approximately A$18.99 per share from A$18.93.
- Discount Rate increased marginally from 7.86% to 7.87%.
- Revenue Growth forecast contracted further, now at -1.68% compared to the previous -1.61%.
- Net Profit Margin edged down from 18.83% to 18.66%.
- Future P/E ratio rose modestly from 16.97x to 17.16x.
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