What Analysts Are Saying About Maplebear Stock
In the last three months, 18 analysts have rated Maplebear (NASDAQ:CART), showing a mix of bullish to bearish sentiments. The average 12-month price target is $57.72, up 7.71% from $53.59. Recent actions include Wells Fargo raising its target to $57.00 and Citigroup raising its rating to Buy with a target of $65.00. Maplebear's market cap, revenue growth of 11.06%, and strong net margin of 12.47% indicate a solid market position, despite trailing industry peers in growth. Analysts emphasize the importance of their ratings in guiding investor decisions.
Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 18 analysts have published ratings on Maplebear (NASDAQ:CART) in the last three months.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 5 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 4 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $57.72, a high estimate of $67.00, and a low estimate of $42.00. This current average has increased by 7.71% from the previous average price target of $53.59.
Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Maplebear. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ken Gawrelski | Wells Fargo | Raises | Equal-Weight | $57.00 | $55.00 |
| Colin Sebastian | Baird | Lowers | Outperform | $60.00 | $65.00 |
| Scott Devitt | Wedbush | Lowers | Underperform | $42.00 | $55.00 |
| Brian Nowak | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Equal-Weight | $48.00 | $45.00 |
| John Colantuoni | Jefferies | Raises | Hold | $55.00 | $50.00 |
| Scott Devitt | Wedbush | Raises | Neutral | $55.00 | $46.00 |
| Ronald Josey | Citigroup | Raises | Buy | $65.00 | $57.00 |
| Ken Gawrelski | Wells Fargo | Raises | Equal-Weight | $55.00 | $47.00 |
| Andrew Boone | JMP Securities | Raises | Market Outperform | $60.00 | $55.00 |
| Mark Kelley | Stifel | Raises | Buy | $64.00 | $55.00 |
| Mark Zgutowicz | Benchmark | Announces | Buy | $67.00 | - |
| Ross Sandler | Barclays | Raises | Overweight | $65.00 | $61.00 |
| Justin Post | B of A Securities | Raises | Neutral | $58.00 | $53.00 |
| Bernie McTernan | Needham | Raises | Buy | $66.00 | $56.00 |
| Mark Kelley | Stifel | Raises | Buy | $55.00 | $54.00 |
| Nikhil Devnani | Bernstein | Raises | Outperform | $60.00 | $55.00 |
| Colin Sebastian | Baird | Raises | Outperform | $52.00 | $47.00 |
| Andrew Boone | JMP Securities | Maintains | Market Outperform | $55.00 | $55.00 |
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Maplebear. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
- Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Maplebear compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Maplebear's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.
To gain a panoramic view of Maplebear's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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About Maplebear
Maplebear (Instacart) operates a leading grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada. The company partners with various regional and national grocers, which offer their selection of food and other goods to customers through Instacart's ubiquitous platform. Once an item is ordered through Instacart's site, the item is picked and delivered to the customer's home by one of the platform's 600,000 shoppers, who are classified as independent contractors. Instacart earns fees based on average order value and leverages its platform's high usage to sell advertising, mainly to consumer-packaged goods companies. Instacart currently has about 8 million monthly active users (or orderers) on its platform.
Maplebear: Delving into Financials
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Maplebear's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 11.06%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Maplebear's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 12.47%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Maplebear's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.52%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Maplebear's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.61%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01, Maplebear adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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