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title: "SM Energy Company Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $40.4, Implies 45% Upside"
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description: "SM Energy Company's average 12-month price target was lowered from $40.8 to $40.4 by 15 analysts, with forecasts ranging between $31 and $60. Based on the July 7 closing price, this implies a 45% upside potential. The consensus rating remains 'Buy' among 17 covering analysts, comprising 11 buys, 6 holds, and no sells."
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# SM Energy Company Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $40.4, Implies 45% Upside

-   According to estimates from 15 analysts, SM Energy Company stock's average price target has fallen from $40.8 to $40.4, with forecasts ranging from $31 to $60 per share
-   Based on the Jul. 7 closing price, the updated target implies approximately 45% potential upside
-   Consensus rating remains at “Buy” across 17 covering analysts, with 11 Buys, 6 Holds and 0 Sells

Explore more price target data and ratings for SM Energy Company on the , and track all previous and future analyst recommendations for SM Energy Company in the dedicated News Flow.

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