Forecast & Rating14 analysts currently cover Becton Dickinson and, with about 50.0% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $195.67, about 9.2% upside from the current price of $179.10. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 7.8% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means institutional views on Becton Dickinson and are split — bulls and bears coexist, so you'll need to weigh it against your own judgment. Data as of Sep 8, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Sep 8, 2026
Price forecast
$195.679.25%
Forecast & RatingBuy
14analysts
Strong buy42.86%
Buy7.14%
Hold50.00%
Sell0.00%
Strong sell0.00%
Strong buy
6
Buy
1
Hold
7
Sell
0
Strong sell
0
Target price forecast
Forecast dateSep 7, 2026
Forecast met11.5%
Stock price$179.10
Avg. target$195.7
High target$225
Low target$170
Avg. target
$195.7
High target
$225
Low target
$170
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.