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Investing.com - RBC Capital has raised its price target on Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY) to $542.00 from $468.00 while maintaining a Sector Perform rating on the stock. The company, currently trading near its 52-week high of $526.82, has delivered impressive returns with a 42.75% gain over the past year. According to InvestingPro analysis, the stock appears to be trading above its Fair Value.
The price target increase follows two days of management meetings with Toronto and Montreal investors, which RBC analyst Irene Nattel described as "very well-attended" and reinforcing the firm’s favorable view of Casey’s strategy and execution. The company’s solid fundamentals are reflected in its GREAT financial health score from InvestingPro, with particularly strong metrics in price momentum and profitability.
RBC expressed confidence in Casey’s ability to maintain its valuation premium, citing several factors including the company’s attractive inside-store mix, unit growth cadence, geographic concentration, and strong operational expense control.
The analyst also noted potential upside from the Fikes acquisition, which was completed in the third quarter of fiscal year 2025.
The $74 increase in the price target reflects multiples revision and valuation roll forward, while the maintained Sector Perform rating is based on relative valuation and implied upside to the price target.
In other recent news, Casey’s General Stores has seen several analysts raise their price targets following the company’s strong fourth-quarter performance. Jefferies increased its price target to $575 from $485, highlighting an 11% year-over-year revenue growth and better-than-expected margins. Evercore ISI also raised its target to $530, citing steady market share gains and effective cost control measures. Goldman Sachs set a new target of $450, noting a 13% growth in earnings per share, which surpassed estimates. BMO Capital increased its target to $515, acknowledging Casey’s consistent EBITDA growth over the years, although they maintained a neutral stance due to valuation concerns.
KeyBanc raised their price target to $550, recognizing strong fuel margins and market share gains despite adverse weather impacts. Analysts from these firms project Casey’s will achieve 10-12% EBITDA growth, aligning with the company’s guidance for fiscal year 2026. The company’s strategic acquisitions, such as the CEFCO and Fikes acquisitions, are expected to contribute positively to its growth trajectory. Despite some risks like wage inflation and commodity volatility, analysts generally view Casey’s business model favorably. The company continues to demonstrate resilience and adaptability in the convenience store sector.
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