Forecast & Rating28 analysts currently cover Merck, with about 71.4% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $148.73, about 1.1% downside from the current price of $150.33. Price targets range from $105.00 to $186.00 — a wide spread, showing clear disagreement over just how much Merck can rise. Historically, about 68.6% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means most professionals who study Merck closely still see room for the stock to rise. Data as of Aug 31, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Aug 28, 2026
Price forecast
$148.73-1.06%
Forecast & RatingBuy
28analysts
Strong buy53.57%
Buy17.86%
Hold28.57%
Sell0.00%
Strong sell0.00%
Strong buy
15
Buy
5
Hold
8
Sell
0
Strong sell
0
Target price forecast
Forecast dateAug 31, 2026
Forecast met71.2%
Stock price$150.33
Avg. target$148.7
High target$186
Low target$105
Avg. target
$148.7
High target
$186
Low target
$105
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.