Update shared on08 Oct 2025
Fair value Increased 1.42%The analyst price target for Norsk Hydro has increased modestly, with the consensus fair value estimate rising from NOK 65.93 to NOK 66.87. Analysts cite slightly improved profit margins and recent upward price target revisions despite lingering market uncertainty.
Analyst Commentary
Recent commentary from major financial institutions highlights differing perspectives on Norsk Hydro's outlook, reflecting a balance of positive momentum and ongoing caution regarding the company's valuation, end markets, and growth trajectory.
Bullish Takeaways- Bullish analysts have raised their price targets, with some new valuations reaching as high as NOK 73 and NOK 79. This signals optimism around Norsk Hydro's ability to capitalize on improving market conditions.
- There is confidence in the company's execution and profit margin improvements, which are viewed as factors supporting higher fair value estimates.
- Some analysts maintain a positive outlook on Norsk Hydro's growth prospects and are keeping Overweight or Neutral ratings while still increasing price targets.
- Higher target prices from several sources suggest expectations for further upside potential if market conditions remain favorable.
- Bearish analysts highlight persistent uncertainty in Norsk Hydro's end markets, which has led to more cautious stances, including rating downgrades.
- Some upward price target revisions have been modest, reflecting lack of conviction about immediate, robust growth for the company.
- Certain firms have lowered their price targets slightly, underscoring mixed views on Norsk Hydro's near-term potential in the broader European Metals & Mining sector.
- Concerns remain around the company's ability to sustain improved margins in a less predictable macroeconomic environment.
What's in the News
- Hydro initiates a cost-cutting program targeting annual savings of NOK 1 billion and plans to reduce its workforce by 750 positions. This move aims to strengthen long-term resilience and adapt to strategic changes (Key Developments).
Valuation Changes
- Consensus Analyst Price Target (Fair Value) has risen slightly from NOK 65.93 to NOK 66.87, reflecting incremental analyst optimism.
- The discount rate increased moderately from 7.16% to 7.34%, suggesting a marginally higher risk premium applied to future cash flows.
- The revenue growth projection declined further from -1.14% to -1.24%, indicating slightly increased expectations of weaker top-line performance.
- The net profit margin estimate improved marginally from 7.20% to 7.23%, signifying small anticipated gains in profitability.
- The future P/E ratio rose slightly from 10.29x to 10.40x, signaling elevated forward valuations.
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