POSTConsumer Defensive · Packaged FoodsThe 7 Wall Street analysts covering Post Holdings, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $102 — +26.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 63 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Post Holdings, 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
Value (92): The shares cost little relative to the profits and assets behind them — which can mean the market is too gloomy, or that the business really is in trouble.
Momentum (26): The shares have been drifting down relative to others.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on POST, 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 +26.0% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 0 moved their price target up and 8 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | $106 → $95 |
| 10 Aug 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | Outperform | $128 → $121 |
| 10 Aug 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | $116 → $99 |
| 10 Aug 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $98 → $86 |
| 23 July 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 23 July 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | Outperform | $131 → $128 |
| 21 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | $119 → $106 |
| 21 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 20 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | $119 → $116 |
| 20 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 8 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $110 → $98 |
| 8 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 14 Apr 2026 | BTIG | Initiates | Neutral | — |
| 8 Apr 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 9 Feb 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 1 Dec 2025 | Mizuho | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 25 Nov 2025 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 24 Nov 2025 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | Outperform | — |
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. POST 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 48% of US stocks
Cheaper than 85% of US stocks
Cheaper than 69% of US stocks
Cheaper than 47% of US stocks
Higher than 25% of US stocks
Higher than 12% of US stocks
Higher than 33% of US stocks
Higher than 64% of US stocks
Higher than 56% of US stocks
Higher than 60% of US stocks
Higher than 72% of US stocks
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
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Post's third-quarter fiscal 2026 results came in slightly ahead of its expectations, aided by stronger-than-anticipated food service performance. Management maintained the midpoint of its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook and narrowed its guidance range.
Why it matters — A POST watcher would note that the company beat expectations and tightened its full-year guidance, signalling steadier performance and outlook discipline.
Post Holdings reported Q3 earnings that beat estimates, driven by foodservice strength, even as sales declined on weaker volumes and higher costs pressured results.
Why it matters — The earnings beat signals that foodservice demand is helping offset volume and cost headwinds for Post Holdings.
Post Holdings, Inc. released the transcript of its Q3 2026 earnings call, published by Seeking Alpha. The document contains the company's financial discussion for the period.
Why it matters — The Q3 2026 earnings call transcript provides POST watchers with official management commentary on the company's latest quarterly results.
Post Holdings reported Q3 earnings of $1.78 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.63 per share, though below the $2.03 per share earned in the same quarter a year ago.
Why it matters — The earnings beat indicates Post Holdings exceeded analyst expectations for the quarter, which is a notable development for investors tracking its financial performance.
Zacks Investment Research reports on Post Holdings' third-quarter earnings for the period ended June 2026. The article examines how the company's revenue and EPS, along with other key metrics, compare with Wall Street estimates and year-ago figures.
Why it matters — A Post Holdings watcher would care because the report offers insight into how the company's quarterly performance measures against analyst expectations and prior-year results.
The 7 Wall Street analysts covering Post Holdings, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $102, with estimates ranging from $86 to $125. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 7 analysts covering Post Holdings, Inc., 5 rate it a Buy, 2 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Post Holdings, Inc. 63 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.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Post Holdings, Inc. ranks 63 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 Value (92 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 7 analysts implies +26.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Post Holdings, Inc. 63 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Post Holdings, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for POST are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $86 to $125 over the next 12 months.
Post Holdings, Inc. returned -25.6% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Post Holdings Inc. is a food manufacturing company that plays a vital role in the consumer goods sector.
The most recent item we track (MarketBeat, 9 Aug 2026): "Post Q3 Earnings Call Highlights". Post's third-quarter fiscal 2026 results came in slightly ahead of its expectations, aided by stronger-than-anticipated food service performance. Management maintained the midpoint of its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook and narrowed its guidance range.
Post Holdings Inc. is a food manufacturing company that plays a vital role in the consumer goods sector. It is primarily known for producing, marketing, and distributing a diverse range of packaged consumer food products. The company operates through several segments, including Post Consumer Brands, Post Refrigerated Retail, Post Foodservice, and BellRing Brands, catering to various taste preferences and nutritional needs. Post Holdings Inc. offers a wide array of products, including breakfast cereals, refrigerated foods, and active nutrition products, serving markets in the United States and internationally. By maintaining a diverse portfolio of recognizable brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats, Malt-O-Meal, Bob Evans, and PowerBar, Post Holdings Inc. influences both the grocery retail landscape and foodservice industry. Given its robust distribution network and strategic acquisitions, the company holds a significant position within the consumer packaged goods market, constantly adapting to evolving consumer trends and dietary preferences. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Post Holdings Inc. continues to expand its global reach while emphasizing innovation and consumer engagement in its product offerings.
CEO Mr. Robert V. Vitale · 11,480 employees · United States · https://www.postholdings.com