The Implied Analyst 12-Month Target For MGC
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 01 2025
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Should l Buy ADSK?
Source: NASDAQ.COM
ETF Analyst Target Prices: The Vanguard Mega Cap ETF (MGC) has an implied analyst target price of $243.37 per unit, indicating a potential upside of 25.66% from its recent trading price of $193.68. Notable underlying holdings with significant upside include Boeing Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc., and Autodesk Inc.
Investor Considerations: Analysts' target prices may reflect optimism about future performance, but investors should assess whether these targets are justified or overly optimistic based on recent developments in the companies and their industries.
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Analyst Views on ADSK
Wall Street analysts forecast ADSK stock price to rise
23 Analyst Rating
21 Buy
2 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 247.540
Low
319.00
Averages
373.10
High
400.00
Current: 247.540
Low
319.00
Averages
373.10
High
400.00
About ADSK
Autodesk, Inc. is engaged in three-dimensional (3D) design, engineering and entertainment technology solutions, spanning architecture, engineering, construction, product design, manufacturing, media and entertainment. Its architecture, engineering, construction and operations products improve the way building, infrastructure, and industrial projects are designed, built, and operated. Its product development and manufacturing software provides manufacturers in the automotive, transportation, industrial machinery, consumer products, and building product industries with comprehensive digital design, engineering, manufacturing, and production solutions. Its product offerings include AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Build, BIM Collaborate Pro, Building Connected, Revit, Tandem, AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Inventor, Vault, Maya, 3ds Max, Flow Production Tracking, among others. AutoCAD Civil 3D solution offers surveying, design, analysis, and documentation solution.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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