Nvidia (NVDA) Stock: Earnings, Predictions & Analyst Ratings | 2024-2026 Outlook

Nvidia’s stock is attracting considerable attention from analysts, with a consensus “Strong Buy” rating and an average price target suggesting substantial upside potential. As the company approaches its earnings release, the outlook remains overwhelmingly positive, though scrutiny is intensifying as valuations climb.

As of February 13, 2026, Nvidia (NVDA) was trading at $182.81, down -$4.13, or 2.21%. After-hours trading saw a slight recovery to $182.88, up +$0.07, or 0.04%. Despite the recent dip, analysts, on average, predict a 39.94% increase in the stock price over the next year, setting an average price target of $255.82. Price targets range significantly, from a low of $100 to a high of $352, reflecting varying degrees of optimism about the company’s future growth.

The analyst consensus is based on assessments from 39 firms covering the stock. Recent commentary reinforces the bullish sentiment. Blayne Curtis at Jefferies maintains a “Strong Buy” rating with a price target of $275, representing a potential increase of 50.43%. Srini Pajjuri at RBC Capital initiated coverage with a “Buy” rating and a $240 target, anticipating a 31.28% rise. Vijay Rakesh of Mizuho also maintains a “Buy” rating, raising the price target to $275, also suggesting a 50.43% upside. Ruben Roy at Stifel reiterated a “Strong Buy” rating with a $250 target, forecasting a 36.75% increase, while William Stein at Truist Securities similarly reiterated a “Strong Buy” with a $275 target, also indicating a 50.43% potential gain.

The optimism is underpinned by strong financial performance. Revenue for the current year is estimated at $217.26 billion, a substantial increase of 66.48% from $130.50 billion the previous year. Looking ahead, revenue is projected to reach $335.09 billion next year, representing a further increase of 54.24%. Earnings per share (EPS) have also seen significant growth, rising from $2.94 to $4.77 this year, a 62.23% increase. Analysts forecast EPS to climb to $7.87 next year.

Analysts are closely watching Nvidia’s quarterly results. Yahoo Finance data indicates that for the quarter ending January 31, 2026, the average revenue estimate is $65.58 billion, with a low estimate of $62.31 billion and a high of $68.75 billion. The average EPS estimate for the same period is $1.52, with a range of $1.49 to $1.59. These estimates reflect a significant year-over-year increase in sales, with projected growth of 71.20%, and EPS growth of 71.20%.

Looking further ahead, analysts anticipate continued growth in subsequent quarters. For the quarter ending April 30, 2026, the average revenue estimate is $70.8 billion, and for the full year 2026, it’s $213.34 billion. Next year, 2027, revenue is projected to reach $326.46 billion. Similarly, EPS estimates show a steady climb, with projections of $1.65 for the next quarter, $4.69 for the current year, and $7.74 for next year.

Analyst sentiment has been trending positively. Over the past seven days, five ratings have been upgraded, while one rating was downgraded. Over the past 30 days, seven ratings were upgraded and one downgraded. This suggests a growing conviction among analysts regarding Nvidia’s prospects. The company’s strong position in the artificial intelligence market is a key driver of this optimism, with analysts citing the company’s broader AI outlook as a significant factor in their positive assessments.

While the consensus remains strongly bullish, the wide range in price targets underscores the inherent uncertainties in forecasting future performance. Investors will be closely scrutinizing Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report for confirmation of these projections and further insights into the company’s growth trajectory.