RBC raises UBS stock price target to CHF31.50, keeps Outperform rating

Published 21/05/2025, 09:10
RBC raises UBS stock price target to CHF31.50, keeps Outperform rating

On Wednesday, RBC Capital Markets adjusted its outlook on UBS Group AG (NYSE:UBSG:SW) (NYSE: UBS), increasing the bank’s price target from CHF30.00 to CHF31.50, while reiterating an Outperform rating on the stock. According to InvestingPro data, UBS, currently valued at $103.63 billion by market cap, is trading near its Fair Value. The revision comes amid anticipations of an upcoming government announcement, which is expected to clarify regulatory uncertainties that have been affecting the bank’s shares.

RBC Capital’s commentary highlighted the current market concerns stemming from potential regulatory changes. Analysts noted that press reports suggest foreign subsidiaries of banks may face stricter regulations. However, there is still ambiguity regarding the phase-in periods for these regulations, as well as possible mitigating factors and additional details that may emerge. Despite these uncertainties, InvestingPro data shows UBS has demonstrated resilience with a 9.27% year-to-date return and maintains a GOOD overall Financial Health Score.

The firm’s analysts have laid out their expectations for the government’s announcement, scheduled for early June. They anticipate this announcement will provide much-needed clarity and allow investors to refocus on UBS’s fundamental business aspects. RBC Capital’s base case scenario assumes a more extended implementation period for the regulatory changes. InvestingPro reveals that UBS has maintained dividend payments for 14 consecutive years and achieved strong returns over both the last month and five years. For deeper insights into UBS’s performance metrics and future outlook, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro.

The analysts at RBC Capital have conveyed that the early June update is likely to serve as a clearing event, which could dispel the overhang of regulatory uncertainty. This, in turn, is expected to redirect market attention towards the intrinsic value and performance metrics of UBS.

The new price target of CHF31.50 reflects RBC Capital’s confidence in UBS’s ability to navigate through the regulatory landscape and continue to perform robustly. The Outperform rating suggests that the firm believes UBS stock will outperform the overall market or its sector in the near future.

In other recent news, UBS Group AG has agreed to a $511 million settlement to resolve a U.S. investigation into Credit Suisse’s tax-related breaches, following UBS’s acquisition of Credit Suisse in 2023. Credit Suisse Services AG pleaded guilty to tax crimes and entered a non-prosecution agreement related to actions in Singapore. UBS plans to release some provisions set aside for potential legal issues in its upcoming second-quarter results, although it will record a charge related to the settlement. In another development, UBS is reportedly in talks to sell its hedge fund unit, O’Connor, to Cantor Fitzgerald, as part of its strategy to exit riskier businesses. This potential sale might include a revenue-sharing agreement, allowing UBS to receive a portion of the proceeds. Additionally, Deutsche Bank (ETR:DBKGn) has increased its price target for UBS stock to CHF32, maintaining a Buy rating, following UBS’s strong performance in the first quarter of 2025. Deutsche Bank highlighted UBS’s consistent performance and capital return strategies, although new capital requirements remain a concern. Meanwhile, private equity firm Cinven has engaged Goldman Sachs and UBS to explore a potential sale of Ufinet Group, valued at approximately €6 billion.

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