← Analyst Upside

AU · rank #15 · 2026-10-19

BVI

PARIS · EUR · $13.85B (USD)

SignalBuy1.5strength 1.5 / 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.
0.566
EPS revisions (30d)
Change in consensus EPS estimate over the past 30 days ($/share).
+$0.01
Net revisions (30d)
Number of analysts revising upward minus downward.
5
Insider signal (90d)—
Analyst upside
Consensus target $32.78
+17.7%
Momentum acceleration
3-month minus 12-month momentum.
+1.51%
Analyst rating
5 = Strong Buy, 1 = Strong Sell.
4.35
Gross margin TTM+29.4%
52w high$30.18
Market cap (USD)$13.85B

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Summary

Bureau Veritas is a global testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) provider that verifies safety, quality, regulatory, and sustainability compliance across industrial supply chains.

Rationale

The analyst upside signal is supported by 100% 30-day positive EPS revision agreement and 17.7% target upside following the company's September 2026 guidance upgrade and elevated double-digit 2027–2028 growth targets.

Material risks

  • 1Large industrial and technology clients developing internal testing, data-assurance, and AI-compliance capabilities that reduce reliance on third-party TIC services.
  • 2Commoditization of routine inspection and ESG reporting services driven by automated sensing, digital tools, and standardized regulatory platforms.

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