PLOWConsumer Cyclical · Auto PartsThe 3 Wall Street analysts covering Douglas Dynamics, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $55 — +31.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 94 of 100 as at 17 Aug 2026 — among the strongest tenth. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Douglas Dynamics, Inc. 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
Volatility (91): The share price has been relatively steady.
Accruals (37): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
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The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +31.4% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 3 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Aug 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Neutral | $56 → $50 |
| 11 May 2026 | Freedom Broker | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 11 May 2026 | Freedom Broker | Upgrade | Buy | $48 → $55 |
| 6 May 2026 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 6 May 2026 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | $55 → $60 |
| 3 Mar 2026 | Freedom Broker | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 3 Mar 2026 | Freedom Capital Markets | Downgrade | Hold | $39 → $48 |
| 26 Feb 2026 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 25 Feb 2026 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 8 Dec 2025 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 6 Nov 2025 | Freedom Broker | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 27 Oct 2025 | Freedom Broker | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 22 July 2025 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 25 Feb 2025 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 30 Oct 2024 | Baird | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 30 Apr 2024 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 8 Apr 2024 | Baird | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 19 Apr 2023 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 18 Apr 2023 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 18 Apr 2023 | DA Davidson | Reiterates | 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.
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During its second-quarter earnings call, Douglas Dynamics raised its 2026 outlook, citing strong preseason attachment demand and lean dealer inventories as supportive of near-term shipment confidence, according to Zacks Investment Research.
Why it matters — The company's raised 2026 outlook and improved shipment confidence point to a favorable near-term demand environment for PLOW watchers.
Douglas Dynamics, Inc. shares dropped sharply following its Q2 results, despite reporting revenue growth and EPS beats versus analyst expectations. The company raised its full-year revenue guidance to $765–$805 million and EPS to $2.90–$3.40, with Work Truck Attachments driving gains while Work Truck Solutions faced soft commercial demand and is undergoing cost optimization.
Why it matters — PLOW watchers would care because the company raised full-year guidance despite the share drop, signaling confidence in its growth initiatives even as one segment faces demand softness.
Seeking Alpha published the transcript of Douglas Dynamics, Inc.'s (PLOW) Q2 2026 earnings call. The transcript covers management's discussion from the quarterly earnings call.
Why it matters — PLOW watchers can read management's own remarks on the quarter directly from the earnings call transcript.
Douglas Dynamics reported record second-quarter results for 2026, driven by strong pre-season demand in Work Truck Attachments and continued municipal-market strength in Work Truck Solutions. The company also raised its full-year sales, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted EPS outlook.
Why it matters — PLOW watchers would care because the company posted record quarterly results and raised its full-year guidance, pointing to solid demand across both of its reporting segments.
Douglas Dynamics reported Q2 earnings of $1.22 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.93 per share and up from $1.14 per share in the same quarter last year.
Why it matters — The earnings beat signals stronger-than-expected quarterly performance, which shareholders and analysts tracking PLOW would note as a positive surprise relative to consensus forecasts.
The 3 Wall Street analysts covering Douglas Dynamics, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $55, with estimates ranging from $50 to $57. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 3 analysts covering Douglas Dynamics, Inc., 2 rate it a Buy, 1 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Douglas Dynamics, Inc. 94 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 17 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 17 Aug 2026, Douglas Dynamics, Inc. ranks 94 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 Volatility (91 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 3 analysts implies +31.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Douglas Dynamics, Inc. 94 out of 100 as at 17 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Douglas Dynamics, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for PLOW are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $50 to $57 over the next 12 months.
Douglas Dynamics, Inc. returned +31.5% over the 12 months to 18 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Douglas Dynamics Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer, specializes in engineered vehicle attachments and equipment. Its primary purpose is to offer innovative snow and ice control solutions for commercial vehicles, making it a critical player in industries requiring dependable equipment for winter weather management.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 4 Aug 2026): "PLOW Q2 Earnings Call Details Preseason-Led Outlook Raise". During its second-quarter earnings call, Douglas Dynamics raised its 2026 outlook, citing strong preseason attachment demand and lean dealer inventories as supportive of near-term shipment confidence, according to Zacks Investment Research.
Douglas Dynamics Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer, specializes in engineered vehicle attachments and equipment. Its primary purpose is to offer innovative snow and ice control solutions for commercial vehicles, making it a critical player in industries requiring dependable equipment for winter weather management. The company's product lineup includes snow plows, sand and salt spreaders, and other proprietary snow and ice control gear, serving key markets such as transportation, construction, and municipal services. Established in 1948 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Douglas Dynamics benefits from its strong distribution network across the United States and Canada. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its reputation as a market leader, providing reliable solutions that ensure year-round operational efficiency for its clients. As a pivotal entity in its sector, Douglas Dynamics not only impacts winter maintenance activities but also plays a significant role in maintaining infrastructure safety and functionality during inclement weather conditions.
CEO Mr. Mark Van Genderen · 1,764 employees · United States · https://www.douglasdynamics.com