- Equinix (EQIX, Financial) faces stock pressure amid growth concerns, prompting analyst downgrades.
- Wall Street remains optimistic, projecting significant upside potential for EQIX.
- GuruFocus metrics suggest a fair value estimate with a notable upside.
Equinix Inc. (EQIX) has experienced a notable decline in its stock price following concerns over future growth prospects highlighted at the company's 2025 analyst day. This bearish sentiment was further fueled by downgrades from Raymond James and BMO, resulting in a 9.57% dip to $745.41. As a leading data center REIT, Equinix anticipates its annual Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) to grow between 5% and 9% through 2029; however, it acknowledges a slower growth trajectory in the short term.
Wall Street Analysts’ Perspective
In an analysis involving 23 top Wall Street analysts, the average one-year price target for Equinix Inc. (EQIX, Financial) stands at $1,017.22. Estimates range from a high of $1,200.00 to a low of $837.00. This average target hints at a significant upside potential of 35.14% from the current price of $752.73. Investors can explore more detailed forecast information on the Equinix Inc. (EQIX) Forecast page.
Brokerage Recommendations
Equinix has garnered positive attention from 27 brokerage firms, with a consensus average recommendation of 1.8, categorized as "Outperform." This rating uses a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 represents a Strong Buy recommendation and 5 suggests a Sell. Such a rating underscores Wall Street's confidence in Equinix's prospects despite recent challenges.
GuruFocus Value Estimation
According to GuruFocus, the estimated GF Value of Equinix Inc. (EQIX, Financial) one year from now is projected to be $901.84. This figure anticipates approximately a 19.81% upside from the current trading price of $752.725. The GF Value is calculated using historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance projections. To explore more comprehensive data, investors can visit the Equinix Inc. (EQIX) Summary page.
