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Ryanair: Suffering Boeing Delays And Lower Fares
The consensus price target hints at a 28.1% upside potential for Ryanair (RYAAY). While empirical research shows that this sought-after metric is hardly effective, an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean that the stock will witness an upside in the near term.
With earnings estimates soaring high, we are currently assessing the investment potential of Ryanair stock.
Jefferies analyst Jaina Mistry raised the firm's price target on Ryanair (RYAAY) to EUR 18.20 from EUR 17.10 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares. Q3 should see improving yield momentum, as inventory shifts back to online travel agencies, the analyst tells investors in a research note. The firm said it sees limited catalysts outside of greater confidence in the yield environment, and Boeing (BA) deliveries drive additional uncertainty. Ryanair +0.715 (+1.60%) Boeing -0.2 (-0.12%)
Passenger volumes are expected to cross 5 billion for the first time in 2025. Low fuel costs, too, are a positive.
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
RYAAY reports a load factor of 92%, which remained flat on a year-over-year basis.
The average of price targets set by Wall Street analysts indicates a potential upside of 28.8% in Ryanair (RYAAY). While the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric is questionable, the positive trend in earnings estimate revisions might translate into an upside in the stock.
Travel group On the Beach Group (LSE:OTB) enjoyed record-breaking customer volumes in the financial year ending 30 September, with summer 2024 passenger numbers up 13% compared to the previous year. Winter 2024 bookings are also currently at record levels, rising 25% year-on-year as Brits seek out warmer European climes.
With RYAAY shares moving south, we assess the current positioning of the stock to determine if it's a good investment at this juncture.
Spain's Ministry of Consumer Rights on Friday slapped a $179 million euro ($187 million) fine on five low-budget airlines for "abusive practices" such as charging additional cabin luggage fees. Ryanair was struck with the lion's share of the penalty, receiving a 107.78-million-euro fine.