GSMBasic Materials · Other Industrial Metals & MiningThe 2 Wall Street analysts covering Ferroglobe PLC hold a median 12-month price target of $6 — +47.1% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 48 of 100 as at 21 Aug 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Ferroglobe PLC on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Growth (74): Sales and profits are climbing, and climbing faster than before.
Quality (31): Profits are thin or unreliable for the size of the business, or they are not turning into cash.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on GSM, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +47.1% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov 2025 | B. Riley Securities | Maintains | Buy | $8.00 → $6.00 |
| 24 Feb 2025 | Seaport Global | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 27 Feb 2023 | B. Riley Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 14 Sept 2022 | B. Riley Securities | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 14 Feb 2022 | Seaport Global | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 14 Feb 2019 | Jefferies | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 27 Nov 2018 | Oppenheimer | Downgrade | Perform | — |
| 13 July 2018 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 13 July 2018 | Stifel Nicolaus | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 23 May 2018 | B. Riley FBR | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 23 May 2018 | B. Riley Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 23 May 2018 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 5 May 2018 | B. Riley FBR | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 26 Oct 2017 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 26 Oct 2017 | Stifel Nicolaus | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 18 Aug 2017 | Jefferies | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 19 Sept 2016 | Baird | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 29 Aug 2016 | B. Riley Securities | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 29 Aug 2016 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 29 Aug 2016 | Stifel Nicolaus | Maintains | Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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. GSM appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 65% of US stocks
Cheaper than 80% of US stocks
Cheaper than 71% of US stocks
Cheaper than 20% of US stocks
Higher than 24% of US stocks
Higher than 33% of US stocks
Higher than 56% of US stocks
Higher than 72% of US stocks
Higher than 26% of US stocks
Higher than 38% of US stocks
Higher than 40% of US stocks
Higher than 34% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
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Ferroglobe PLC held its Q2 2026 earnings call, and a transcript of the call has been published by Seeking Alpha. The transcript covers the company's quarterly results discussion.
Why it matters — A GSM watcher would care because the earnings call transcript provides the company's own account of its Q2 2026 performance and outlook.
Ferroglobe reported higher shipments, revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and free cash flow in Q2 2026, driven by increased silicon metal volumes and stronger fixed-cost absorption, despite ongoing import pricing pressure.
Why it matters — The improvement in key financial metrics signals that Ferroglobe is managing to grow its business and profitability even in a challenging pricing environment.
Globe Specialty Metals reported break-even earnings per share for Q2, versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.07 per share. This compares with a loss of $0.08 per share in the same quarter a year ago.
Why it matters — A GSM watcher would care because the company came in better than analysts expected and improved on its year-ago loss.
Ferroglobe reported second quarter 2026 results with sequential shipment growth driven by increased silicon metal volumes in EMEA and the U.S., adjusted EBITDA of $13.1 million, total cash of $93.2 million and net debt of $37.7 million. Second-quarter sales were $378.6 million, and net profit attributable to the parent was $60.4 million versus a loss in the prior quarter. The company noted advancing critical materials initiatives and paid a quarterly dividend of $0.015 per share on June 30, with a matching dividend payable on September 29.
Why it matters — The quarter shows a swing to profitability from a prior-period loss, stronger shipments and a stable dividend, alongside cash and debt levels and progress on strategic critical materials initiatives relevant to Western supply chains.
The 2 Wall Street analysts covering Ferroglobe PLC have a median 12-month price target of $6, with estimates ranging from $6 to $6. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 2 analysts covering Ferroglobe PLC, 1 rate it a Buy, 1 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Ferroglobe PLC 48 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 21 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 21 Aug 2026, Ferroglobe PLC ranks 48 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 Growth (74 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 2 analysts implies +47.1% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Ferroglobe PLC 48 out of 100 as at 21 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Ferroglobe PLC publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for GSM are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $6 to $6 over the next 12 months.
Ferroglobe PLC returned -1.0% over the 12 months to 21 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Ferroglobe PLC is a leading producer of silicon and specialty metals, focusing on the manufacturing and supply of silicon-based products, metal alloys, and mineral raw materials. The company plays a crucial role in the metal and mining sector, providing essential components used in the fabrication of various industrial and consumer goods.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 5 Aug 2026): "Ferroglobe PLC (GSM) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript". Ferroglobe PLC held its Q2 2026 earnings call, and a transcript of the call has been published by Seeking Alpha. The transcript covers the company's quarterly results discussion.
Ferroglobe PLC is a leading producer of silicon and specialty metals, focusing on the manufacturing and supply of silicon-based products, metal alloys, and mineral raw materials. The company plays a crucial role in the metal and mining sector, providing essential components used in the fabrication of various industrial and consumer goods. Its primary function is to supply high-purity silicon, silicon-based alloys, and manganese-based alloys, which are integral to numerous industries, including automotive, construction, solar energy, and electronics. With significant operations situated in the United States and Europe, Ferroglobe's strategic presence spans vital markets and caters to a global clientele. By managing a diversified portfolio of mining, production, and distribution facilities, Ferroglobe ensures a reliable supply chain for its customers. The company's role in the market is significant due to its large production capacity and extensive distribution networks, which help meet the growing demand for high-quality metallic and mineral solutions worldwide. With its commitment to sustainable practices and technological advancement, Ferroglobe continues to impact various sectors, influencing industrial transformations and efficiency improvements.
CEO Dr. Marco Levi · 2,920 employees · United Kingdom · https://www.ferroglobe.com