Citi maintains Buy on Vestas stock, reiterates DKK220 target

Published 13/05/2025, 09:16
Citi maintains Buy on Vestas stock, reiterates DKK220 target

On Tuesday, Citi analyst Martin Wilkie reaffirmed a Buy rating for Vestas Wind Systems A/S (ETR:VWSB) (VWS:DC) (OTC: VWDRY), maintaining the price target at DKK220.00. The stock, which has gained over 6% in the past week and currently trades at a P/E ratio of 27.28, appears undervalued according to InvestingPro analysis. Wilkie’s endorsement follows the release of the US House Ways and Means Committee’s text on the Inflation Reduction Act tax credits.

The analyst expressed optimism about the proposed changes to the Inflation Reduction Act, which are seen as more favorable than initially anticipated. The revisions include making the tax credits applicable from the in-service date of a project rather than from the construction start. Additionally, the 45Y clean electricity credit is set to phase out gradually for projects that commence service from 2028 through 2031, while the 45X manufacturing credit for wind will phase out after 2027. The proposal also specifies that these credits cannot be transferred and that projects associated with certain prohibited foreign entities will not be eligible for the credits.

Wilkie highlighted that these proposed adjustments provide a more extended support period for onshore wind projects in the United States than previously expected. This development is significant for Vestas, as it mitigates concerns over a potential abrupt decline in the US onshore wind sector post-2027, which had been a looming worry for the industry.

Vestas Wind (CSE:VWS) Systems, a Denmark-based company with a market capitalization of $17 billion, is a global leader in manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines. The company has demonstrated strong growth with revenue increasing 18.7% over the last twelve months, despite facing challenges with its gross profit margins of 12%. The company’s performance is closely tied to regulatory environments and incentive programs such as those outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act, which are critical for the renewable energy sector’s growth. For deeper insights into Vestas’s financial health and growth prospects, InvestingPro offers comprehensive analysis with 8 additional exclusive ProTips and detailed metrics.

The analyst’s reiteration of the Buy rating and price target suggests confidence in Vestas’s prospects, especially considering the legislative environment in the United States. The proposed legislative text offers a more stable outlook for the wind energy industry, potentially benefiting companies like Vestas that are invested in the US market. With a solid financial health score of FAIR from InvestingPro and strong cash position relative to debt, the company appears well-positioned to capitalize on these opportunities.

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