Piper Sandler boosts LabCorp target to $300, up from $270
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Piper Sandler raised LabCorp's price target to $300 from $270, reflecting analyst optimism and aligning with the FactSet average of $301.41, though challenges like pricing pressures persist.
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Piper Sandler boosts LabCorp target to $300, up from $270
Piper Sandler Adjusts LabCorp Price Target to $300, Reflecting Analyst Optimism
On February 23, 2026, Piper Sandler revised its price target for LabCorp (LH), raising it to $300 from $270, signaling renewed confidence in the healthcare diagnostics company's outlook. This adjustment follows a prior reduction in the price target to $270 from $280 in an earlier assessment. The updated projection aligns with broader analyst sentiment, as LabCorp's average price target across analysts polled by FactSet stands at $301.41, with an "overweight" rating, indicating a generally positive outlook for the stock.
The move by Piper Sandler comes amid ongoing scrutiny of LabCorp's financial performance and market positioning. While the firm's shares have experienced volatility in recent months, the adjusted price target suggests analysts are factoring in potential improvements in revenue growth, operational efficiency, or industry tailwinds. However, investors should note that Piper Sandler's previous cautious stance—evidenced by its earlier lowered target—reflects challenges such as pricing pressures in the healthcare sector and macroeconomic uncertainties.
The updated $300 target represents a 11.1% increase from the prior $270 level and brings Piper Sandler's projection closer to the FactSet mean of $301.41. This alignment highlights a consensus-building trend among analysts, though individual firm forecasts may vary based on diverging assumptions about LabCorp's execution risks and market opportunities. Investors are advised to evaluate these dynamics alongside broader industry trends and LabCorp's recent earnings reports for a comprehensive view.
As with any investment decision, stakeholders are encouraged to monitor upcoming earnings releases, industry developments, and additional analyst commentary to gauge the sustainability of this optimistic outlook.
According to data: Piper Sandler previously lowered its LabCorp price target to $270 from $280.
FactSet reports: FactSet reports an average analyst price target of $301.41 for LabCorp.
