Analyst consensus rating

Becton, Dickinson and Company Analyst Rating: Buy

BDX is rated Buy by 12 analysts with a $194.42 target. As of 2026-08-15.

Direct answer

Becton, Dickinson and Company's consensus rating is Buy.

12 analysts are included in the current consensus when a coverage count is available.
The same consensus reports an average price target of $194.42.
Forecast evidence checked August 15, 2026.

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Verified data

Current price
$183.40
Average price target
$194.42
High price target
$225.00
Low price target
$170.00
Low target gap
-7.3%
Target upside
+6%
High target gap
+22.7%
Target range width
30%
Consensus rating
Buy
Analysts
12
Evidence date
August 15, 2026
Valid through
August 22, 2026

Read the frequently asked questions.

What is the analyst consensus rating for Becton, Dickinson and Company?

Becton, Dickinson and Company has a verified Buy consensus. The same dataset has an average price target of $194.42.

How far are Becton, Dickinson and Company's low and high targets from the recorded price?

The low target implies -7.3%, while the high target implies +22.7%.

How many analysts are included in Becton, Dickinson and Company's consensus?

The verified consensus includes 12 analysts.

How is Becton, Dickinson and Company's target upside or downside calculated?

The average target of $194.42 is divided by the recorded price of $183.40, then one is subtracted to produce +6%. This does not guarantee a future return.

When was Becton, Dickinson and Company's analyst forecast verified?

The data was verified on 2026-08-15. The dataset is valid through 2026-08-22.