Analyst consensus rating

SLM Analyst Rating: Buy

SLM is rated Buy by 11 analysts with a $28.55 target. As of 2026-08-25.

Direct answer

SLM's consensus rating is Buy.

11 analysts are included in the current consensus when a coverage count is available.
The same consensus reports an average price target of $28.55.
Forecast evidence checked August 25, 2026.

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Verified data

Current price
$26.47
Average price target
$28.55
High price target
$35.00
Low price target
$23.00
Low target gap
-13.1%
Target upside
+7.9%
High target gap
+32.3%
Target range width
45.3%
Consensus rating
Buy
Analysts
11
Evidence date
August 25, 2026
Valid through
September 1, 2026

Read the frequently asked questions.

What is the analyst consensus rating for SLM?

SLM has a verified Buy consensus. The same dataset has an average price target of $28.55.

How far are SLM's low and high targets from the recorded price?

The low target implies -13.1%, while the high target implies +32.3%.

How many analysts are included in SLM's consensus?

The verified consensus includes 11 analysts.

How is SLM's target upside or downside calculated?

The average target of $28.55 is divided by the recorded price of $26.47, then one is subtracted to produce +7.9%. This does not guarantee a future return.

When was SLM's analyst forecast verified?

The data was verified on 2026-08-25. The dataset is valid through 2026-09-01.