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AU · rank #6 · 2026-10-26

DIM

PARIS · EUR · $22.95B (USD)

SignalStrong Buy3.6strength 3.6 / 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.
1.175
EPS revisions (30d)
Change in consensus EPS estimate over the past 30 days ($/share).
+$0.06
Net revisions (30d)
Number of analysts revising upward minus downward.
3
Insider signal (90d)—
Analyst upside
Consensus target $246.86
+17.2%
Momentum acceleration
3-month minus 12-month momentum.
+23.90%
Analyst rating
5 = Strong Buy, 1 = Strong Sell.
4.50
Gross margin TTM+44.6%
52w high$225.00
Market cap (USD)$22.95B

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Summary

Sartorius Stedim Biotech provides single-use bioprocessing assemblies, filtration systems, bioreactors, and laboratory equipment used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Rationale

The analyst upside signal is supported by an 80% positive revision agreement, +5.7% 30-day EPS estimate upward revisions, and confirmed FY 2026 constant-currency revenue growth guidance supporting 17.2% upside to consensus price targets.

Material risks

  • 1Commoditization of standard single-use bags and tubing combined with biopharma customers developing process capabilities in-house could weaken recurring consumable growth and gross margins.
  • 2Customer compensation for U.S. tariff surcharges of up to €35 million and broader trade tensions could drag on top-line revenue and EBITDA margin expansion.

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