SGS (SGSN) Stock Overview
Operates as a testing, inspection, and certification company in the Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and America. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CHF 84.64 |
| 52 Week High | CHF 97.48 |
| 52 Week Low | CHF 79.68 |
| Beta | 0.59 |
| 1 Month Change | 0.64% |
| 3 Month Change | -8.79% |
| 1 Year Change | 4.86% |
| 3 Year Change | 5.33% |
| 5 Year Change | -22.46% |
| Change since IPO | 689.55% |
Recent News & Updates
SGSN: AI Safety And Autonomous Systems Expansion Will Support CHF 112 Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on SGS by about CHF 0.08. This reflects small adjustments to fair value assumptions and updated views on future P/E and margins following recent mixed target changes from Citi, JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley.SGSN: AI Safety Services Will Support CHF 112 Upside Potential
Analysts have inched their average price target on SGS higher to a range of around CHF 100 to CHF 112, reflecting slightly stronger revenue growth assumptions and only modest tweaks to margins, the discount rate and future P/E in their updated models. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting their price targets into a CHF 100 to CHF 112 band, which suggests they see the current valuation as reasonable relative to their assumptions on earnings and cash flow.SGSN: Higher 2026 P E Assumptions Will Support CHF 112 Upside
Analyst price targets for SGS have shifted higher, with recent updates moving from CHF 100 to a range of CHF 102 to CHF 112. Analysts are factoring in revised assumptions around discount rates, future P/E levels and the sector outlook through 2026.Recent updates
SGSN: AI Safety And Autonomous Systems Expansion Will Support CHF 112 Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on SGS by about CHF 0.08. This reflects small adjustments to fair value assumptions and updated views on future P/E and margins following recent mixed target changes from Citi, JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley.SGSN: AI Safety Services Will Support CHF 112 Upside Potential
Analysts have inched their average price target on SGS higher to a range of around CHF 100 to CHF 112, reflecting slightly stronger revenue growth assumptions and only modest tweaks to margins, the discount rate and future P/E in their updated models. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting their price targets into a CHF 100 to CHF 112 band, which suggests they see the current valuation as reasonable relative to their assumptions on earnings and cash flow.SGSN: Higher 2026 P E Assumptions Will Support CHF 112 Upside
Analyst price targets for SGS have shifted higher, with recent updates moving from CHF 100 to a range of CHF 102 to CHF 112. Analysts are factoring in revised assumptions around discount rates, future P/E levels and the sector outlook through 2026.SGSN: Mixed Rating Shifts And CHF 102 Upside Will Frame 2026 Balance
Narrative Update on SGS The analyst price target for SGS has been revised higher in line with recent Street moves. Citi has lifted its target to CHF 112 and Morgan Stanley has edged its target up to CHF 102.SGSN: Revised Ratings And CHF 98 Fair Value Will Shape 2026 Balance
SGS’s analyst price target increases by CHF 1.81 to CHF 98.47 as analysts factor in updated views on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations, following recent target increases from CHF 103 to CHF 112 and from CHF 100 to CHF 102. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on SGS show a mix of optimism on valuation upside and some hesitation around execution and sector exposure.SGSN: Equal Weight Shift Will Shape A Balanced 2026 Risk Profile
Narrative Update on SGS The analyst fair value estimate for SGS has been revised modestly higher from CHF 95.53 to CHF 96.66. Analysts balance slightly adjusted assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E with a more neutral sector stance reflected in the recent shift to an Equal Weight rating and unchanged CHF 100 price target.An Intrinsic Calculation For SGS SA (VTX:SGSN) Suggests It's 32% Undervalued
Feb 02
SGSN: Mixed Rating Shifts Will Shape A Steady Forward Outlook
Analysts have slightly reduced their blended fair value estimate for SGS to about CHF 95.53 from CHF 96.08. This reflects mixed Street views, with some research maintaining targets around CHF 100 to CHF 103, while others have reset ratings closer to neutral.SGSN: Mixed Rating Shifts And ESG Alliance Will Shape Measured Outlook
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for SGS to CHF 96.08 from CHF 95.36, reflecting updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, alongside a mixed set of recent price targets that now range from CHF 100 to CHF 103. Analyst Commentary Recent research on SGS offers a split view, with some focusing on upside to the shares and others taking a more neutral stance as they reassess the sector into 2026.SGS SA's (VTX:SGSN) Popularity With Investors Is Under Threat From Overpricing
Jan 06SGSN: Raised Price Views And ESG Partnership Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have modestly lifted their price target on SGS to CHF 103 from CHF 95, citing a slightly lower discount rate, marginally stronger long term revenue growth and steady profitability assumptions that support a higher valuation multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SGS reflects a more balanced stance, with some analysts turning less negative as operational trends and valuation converge toward fair value.These 4 Measures Indicate That SGS (VTX:SGSN) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
Dec 16SGSN: Upgraded Views And ESG Partnership Will Shape Balanced Forward Outlook
Analysts have adjusted their price target on SGS slightly lower to CHF 95.36 from CHF 95.44, citing a modestly richer future earnings multiple despite marginally softer assumptions for growth and profitability. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SGS reflects a more constructive stance overall, with upward revisions to price targets and a moderation of previously negative views, even as valuation and execution risks remain in focus.SGSN: Margin Improvements And Risk Management Will Drive Measured Outlook
The consensus analyst price target for SGS has increased from CHF 93.17 to CHF 95.44. This reflects analysts' greater confidence in the company's margin improvements and a reassessment of near-term growth prospects.Are Investors Undervaluing SGS SA (VTX:SGSN) By 36%?
Oct 17ESG Trends And Digital Shifts Will Redefine Global Markets
The analyst price target for SGS SA increased to CHF 100 from CHF 97. Analysts note the company's high quality and restructuring initiatives are expected to drive further growth.Return Trends At SGS (VTX:SGSN) Aren't Appealing
Sep 20ESG Trends And Digital Shifts Will Redefine Global Markets
Analysts have raised their price target for SGS to CHF94.29, citing improved confidence in sustainable earnings following restructuring efforts, strategic acquisitions, and limited downside risk at current valuations. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight SGS’s “restructuring story” with expectations for operational improvements at an already high-quality business.Does SGS (VTX:SGSN) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Aug 15Is There An Opportunity With SGS SA's (VTX:SGSN) 40% Undervaluation?
Jul 17Some Confidence Is Lacking In SGS SA's (VTX:SGSN) P/E
Jun 13
New Initiatives And Acquisitions Will Strengthen Future Prospects
Bolt-on acquisitions and ongoing investments in growth areas are set to strengthen SGS's portfolio and drive revenue growth.Shareholder Returns
| SGSN | CH Professional Services | CH Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -1.0% | -0.3% | -0.9% |
| 1Y | 4.9% | -28.5% | 8.3% |
Return vs Industry: SGSN exceeded the Swiss Professional Services industry which returned -29% over the past year.
Return vs Market: SGSN underperformed the Swiss Market which returned 7.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| SGSN volatility | |
|---|---|
| SGSN Average Weekly Movement | 3.2% |
| Professional Services Industry Average Movement | 5.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 4.4% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CH Market | 8.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CH Market | 2.2% |
Stable Share Price: SGSN has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Swiss market.
Volatility Over Time: SGSN's weekly volatility (3%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1878 | 83,000 | Geraldine J. M. Picaud | www.sgs.com |
SGS SA operates as a testing, inspection, and certification company in the Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and America. It operates in two segments, Testing & Inspection and Certification. The company offers testing services, such as crop production testing, agricultural commodities testing, field studies, laboratory studies, seed quality control, and seed research and development; and inspection services, including draft survey and marine services, e-certificates, loading and discharge supervision, pre-shipment inspection, quality and quantity inspection, and tally.
SGS SA Fundamentals Summary
| SGSN fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CHF 16.74b |
| Earnings (TTM) | CHF 668.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CHF 6.95b |
Is SGSN overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| SGSN income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | CHF 6.95b |
| Cost of Revenue | CHF 3.87b |
| Gross Profit | CHF 3.08b |
| Other Expenses | CHF 2.41b |
| Earnings | CHF 668.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
Jul 24, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 3.38 |
| Gross Margin | 44.32% |
| Net Profit Margin | 9.62% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 435.9% |
How did SGSN perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/30 15:52 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
SGS SA is covered by 35 analysts. 17 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Christian Weiz | Baader Helvea Equity Research |
| James Rowland Clark | Barclays |
| James Rosenthal | Barclays |