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GEF Stock Forecast: Greif, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 14 Aug 2026
$87
−1.37% on the day

The 6 Wall Street analysts covering Greif, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $90 — +3.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 65 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.

Market cap
$5.0B
Ticker Nerd rank
65 / 100
Median analyst target
$90
Analysts covering
6
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
−1.5%
1M
+21.9%
YTD
+31.2%
1Y
+32.7%
From 52W high
−3.1%
From 52W low
+58.0%
$55
$90
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

GEF stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Greif, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 15 Aug 2026
65 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Issuance
99
Momentum
83
Revisions
80
Volatility
74
Accruals
58
Quality
41
Growth
27
Value
26
Size
26

Issuance (99): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.

Value (26): The shares cost a lot relative to the profits and assets behind them.

Size (26): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs quant trader with fourteen years in markets.

Wall Street

GEF stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on GEF, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$50$60$70$80$90$100Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26GEFHigh $100Median $90Low $74

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

What Wall Street says6 analysts
1 Buy4 Hold1 Sell
Low $74Median $90High $100

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +3.0% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 3 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
4 Aug 2026Truist SecuritiesReiteratesHold$78 → $97
30 July 2026Wells FargoMaintainsEqual-Weight$74 → $90
15 July 2026Wells FargoMaintainsEqual-Weight$70 → $74
15 July 2026Wells FargoMaintainsEqual-Weight—
4 May 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainsHold$79 → $78
4 May 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainsHold—
20 Mar 2026Wells FargoMaintainsEqual-Weight—
19 Feb 2026Wells FargoMaintainsEqual-Weight—
29 Jan 2026Wells FargoMaintainsEqual-Weight—
6 Jan 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainsHold—
6 Jan 2026Wells FargoDowngradeEqual-Weight—
7 Nov 2025Wells FargoMaintainsOverweight—
15 Oct 2025Wells FargoMaintainsOverweight—
8 Sept 2025Truist SecuritiesMaintainsHold—
2 Sept 2025B of A SecuritiesMaintainsNeutral—
22 Aug 2025Wells FargoMaintainsOverweight—
9 July 2025B of A SecuritiesDowngradeNeutral—
6 June 2025Wells FargoMaintainsOverweight—
3 June 2025Wells FargoMaintainsOverweight—
22 Apr 2025Truist SecuritiesMaintainsHold—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

This page is one stock. Monday covers all of them.

Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.

Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. GEF appears on the weeks it earns a place.

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Estimates

GEF analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
+11.1%
Analysts raising
0
Analysts cutting
4
Fundamentals

Greif, Inc. (GEF) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
36.1×

Cheaper than 23% of US stocks

Price / sales
1.2×

Cheaper than 67% of US stocks

Price / book
1.7×

Cheaper than 53% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
10.5×

Cheaper than 37% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
3.5%

Higher than 35% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
42.0%

Higher than 72% of US stocks

Gross margin
23.4%

Higher than 26% of US stocks

Operating margin
10.6%

Higher than 65% of US stocks

Net margin
24.7%

Higher than 86% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
12.0%

Higher than 68% of US stocks

Return on assets
4.0%

Higher than 71% of US stocks

Dividend yield
2.8%

Higher than 63% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Peers

GEF vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelPackaging & Containers
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
GEFGreif, Inc.$5.0B
65
SLGNSilgan Holdings, Inc.$4.5B
59
REYNReynolds Consumer Products, Inc.$5.5B
78
SONSonoco Products Co.$5.7B
81
GPKGraphic Packaging Holding Co.$3.4B
26
AMBPArdagh Metal Packaging SA$3.1B
84
CCKCrown Holdings, Inc.$13.3B
98

Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.

The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own Greif, Inc. — and when they’d sell — is the membership. See the Ticker Nerd 20 →

News

Latest GEF news & analysis

Greif Q3 Review: Slightly Overpriced, But I Got My Eyes On It

Seeking Alpha · 5 Aug 2026neutral

Greif reported mixed Q3 results, with strong performance in Polymer Solutions driven by volume growth, pricing power, and the Envaplast acquisition, while Sustainable Fiber Solutions continued to weaken with flat volumes expected. Management raised FY26 adjusted EBITDA guidance to $615–$635 million and reiterated free cash flow guidance, reflecting improved cost discipline and confidence.

Why it matters — GEF watchers would care because the raised FY26 adjusted EBITDA guidance signals improved cost discipline and management confidence, even as the Sustainable Fiber Solutions segment continues to drag on results.

Greif, Inc. (GEF) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha · 29 July 2026neutral

Seeking Alpha published the transcript of Greif, Inc.'s Q3 2026 earnings call.

Why it matters — The transcript gives investors direct access to management's discussion of Greif's Q3 2026 results and outlook.

Greif Earnings Beat Estimates in Q3 on Pricing & Cost Optimization

Zacks Investment Research · 29 July 2026positive

Greif (GEF) reported third-quarter earnings and revenue that beat analyst estimates, driven by stronger pricing, cost optimization, and lower interest expenses.

Why it matters — The earnings beat on pricing and cost controls, along with intact guidance, signals operational discipline that shareholders would view favorably.

Greif Q3 Earnings Call Highlights

MarketBeat · 29 July 2026positive

Greif reported fiscal third-quarter 2026 results, which management attributed to structural cost reductions, improved commercial execution, and resilient profitability despite geopolitical disruption and uneven industrial demand.

Why it matters — The quarterly report provides GEF watchers with insight into how the company is managing profitability and execution amid ongoing industrial and geopolitical headwinds.

Greif Reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2026 Results

GlobeNewsWire · 28 July 2026neutral

Greif, Inc. announced its fiscal third quarter 2026 results on July 28, 2026, via a press release issued through GlobeNewsWire.

Why it matters — Quarterly results provide the latest financial performance snapshot for the company, which GEF shareholders and analysts use to assess the business's trajectory.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about GEF stock

What is the GEF stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 6 Wall Street analysts covering Greif, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $90, with estimates ranging from $74 to $100. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is GEF stock a buy right now?

Of the 6 analysts covering Greif, Inc., 1 rate it a Buy, 4 a Hold and 1 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Greif, Inc. 65 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank GEF?

As at 15 Aug 2026, Greif, Inc. ranks 65 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (99 of 100).

Will GEF stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 6 analysts implies +3.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Greif, Inc. 65 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the GEF stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering Greif, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for GEF are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $74 to $100 over the next 12 months.

How has GEF stock performed over the past year?

Greif, Inc. returned +32.7% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does Greif, Inc. do?

Greif Inc., a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, specializes in providing a comprehensive range of containers made from various materials like steel, plastic, and fiber. Greif's primary function is to cater to industries requiring reliable and sustainable packaging solutions, ensuring the safe transport and storage of essential goods.

What is the latest news on GEF?

The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 5 Aug 2026): "Greif Q3 Review: Slightly Overpriced, But I Got My Eyes On It". Greif reported mixed Q3 results, with strong performance in Polymer Solutions driven by volume growth, pricing power, and the Envaplast acquisition, while Sustainable Fiber Solutions continued to weaken with flat volumes expected. Management raised FY26 adjusted EBITDA guidance to $615–$635 million and reiterated free cash flow guidance, reflecting improved cost discipline and confidence.

Company

About Greif, Inc.

Greif Inc., a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, specializes in providing a comprehensive range of containers made from various materials like steel, plastic, and fiber. Greif's primary function is to cater to industries requiring reliable and sustainable packaging solutions, ensuring the safe transport and storage of essential goods. Notably, Greif impacts sectors such as chemicals, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture through its innovative designs and customizable options. The company's operations span across multiple continents, underscoring its significant presence in international markets. Headquartered in Delaware, Ohio, Greif Inc. is not only crucial for its tangible products but also for its focus on sustainability and environmental consciousness. By promoting circular economy principles and aiming for reduced carbon footprints, Greif helps clients meet increasingly stringent regulatory requirements and supports their efforts in corporate social responsibility. Founded in 1877, Greif Inc. continues to adapt to the ever-evolving needs of its diverse clientele by investing in research and development, thereby maintaining its pivotal role in the global industrial packaging industry.

CEO Mr. Ole G. Rosgaard · 14,000 employees · United States · https://www.greif.com