Analyst Upside

AU · rank #20 · 2026-07-20

AKZA

AMSTERDAM · EUR · $11.28B (USD)

SignalBuy1.0strength 1.0 / 10
verdict · PROCEED

The exact numbers the algorithm saw.

Factor scores and the inputs behind this pick.
Composite score
Z-score blend of all factors below.
0.022
EPS revisions (30d)
Change in consensus EPS estimate over the past 30 days ($/share).
+$0.04
Net revisions (30d)
Number of analysts revising upward minus downward.
4
Insider signal (90d)
Analyst upside
Consensus target $63.69
+10.6%
Momentum acceleration
3-month minus 12-month momentum.
+13.47%
Analyst rating
5 = Strong Buy, 1 = Strong Sell.
3.82
Gross margin TTM+40.1%
52w high$67.64
Market cap (USD)$11.28B

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Summary

Akzo Nobel NV is a major global paints and coatings manufacturer that produces decorative paints and performance coatings for marine, industrial, and automotive markets.

Rationale

The positive analyst revisions and 10.6% target upside are supported by consecutive quarters of margin expansion, a Q1 EBITDA beat, and strategic value validation from the pending Axalta merger.

Material risks

  • 1Resurgent raw material cost inflation from supply chain disruptions could squeeze margins before planned price increases can take effect in upcoming quarters.
  • 2Prolonged construction and industrial demand weakness in Europe and key emerging markets could put sales volumes under severe pressure.

AI verdict council

Each pick is reviewed independently by 3 models before any order. 2 of 3 voted to proceed.

OpenAI
Proceed
Claude
Caution
Gemini
Proceed