Analyst Upside

AU · rank #8 · 2026-07-21

HEIA

AMSTERDAM · EUR · $48.99B (USD)

SignalStrong Buy4.2strength 4.2 / 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.
1.169
EPS revisions (30d)
Change in consensus EPS estimate over the past 30 days ($/share).
+$0.05
Net revisions (30d)
Number of analysts revising upward minus downward.
7
Insider signal (90d)
Analyst upside
Consensus target $86.24
+11.6%
Momentum acceleration
3-month minus 12-month momentum.
+15.29%
Analyst rating
5 = Strong Buy, 1 = Strong Sell.
4.09
Gross margin TTM+37.0%
52w high$78.85
Market cap (USD)$48.99B

The AI research card

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Summary

Heineken is a leading global brewer focused on premiumization, mainstream brands, and no/low-alcohol offerings with a strong presence in emerging markets.

Rationale

The analyst_upside signal of an 11.6% price target upside and 81.8% earnings revision agreement is supported by resilient Q1 2026 organic net revenue growth and confirmed full-year operating profit guidance, backed by an active €1.5 billion share buyback.

Material risks

  • 1Persistent consumer downtrading and volume pressures in mature European and American markets could derail the premiumization strategy and restrict top-line growth.
  • 2High exposure to volatile emerging market currencies and adverse foreign exchange translation, notably from Euro strength, may continue to drag on reported net revenues despite organic growth.

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